Russian Arms Exports to the Middle East and North Africa
Overview of Russian Arms Exports—Middle East and North AfricaIn 2009-2013 and 2014-2018, overall arms exports to the Middle East increased by 77%. These figures show that total exports of major arms to the Middle East increased in 2009-2013 and 2014-2018, while Russia’s share of those arms exports simultaneously decreased. In 2009-2013, Russian arms transfers made up 7% of total arms sales to GCC countries. In 2019-2023, transfers of major arms from Russia to Iran accounted for just 0.2% of all Russian arms exports. In 2019-2023, arms imports by Iran accounted for 0.1% of arms imports in the Middle East, while Saudi Arabia and Qatar accounted for 28% and 25% respectively.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 13:43 UTC
Nyayo Tea Zones output dips as private farmers reap big
Tea production by State-owned Nyayo Tea Zones Development Corporation (NTZDC), which runs plantations on buffer farm belts around the country’s forests, declined by 10.35 percent in the first quarter of the year, even as private tea growers enjoyed bumper harvests due to good rains. Data from the Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) shows that tea output from the zones shrunk to 1.34 million kilogrammes (kg) between January and March compared to an output of 1.5 million kilogrammes during the same period last year. The buffer zones cover an area of 9,289 hectares and straddled 10 forests across the country and are managed by NTZDC. The others are Kakamega, Nandi North, Nandi South and Kaptagat. Tea bushes cover 43 percent of the Nyayo Tea Zones while the remaining 57 percent is under assorted tree species.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 13:07 UTC
Applications open for Just Transition Innovation Programme
The Green Innovation Hub (GiH) at the African Centre for a Green Economy has announced a call for applications for its Just Transition Innovation Programme (JTIP), which is seeking innovative green enterprises ready to drive Africa’s climate action and low-carbon transition. The Just Transition Innovation Programme is designed to support green enterprises through formal business development training, personalised coaching, and enhanced visibility. “Our aim is to prepare entrepreneurs to scale their enterprises, create job opportunities, and help countries achieve their climate adaptation and mitigation goals. The programme offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to refine their business models, access mentorship and funding, and scale their ventures for maximum impact. Applications are open here until July 31.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 13:06 UTC
SA Web3 startup Momint secures $50k DFINITY Foundation grant as it positions itself for global expansion
South Africa-based Web3 platform Momint has secured a US$50,000 grant from the DFINITY Foundation, a Swiss non-profit organization known for having the largest blockchain R&D team globally, to help it further expand globally. The grant was obtained through the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP) Hub of Southern Africa, also known as Mzansi Web3 (MW3), which is funded by DFINITY. Momint will use the grant to integrate the ICP blockchain towards enhancing its business operations. “The innovation and opportunities presented by ICP in relation to the South African startup scene is immense. The fact that Momint, the very best Web3 startup in Africa, is using our blockchain protocol to tokenise their real world assets offers a strong case study.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 12:02 UTC
59club appoints new managing partner for Europe West & North Africa
59club has announced the appointment of Maxence Boireau as its new Managing Partner for 59club Europe West & North Africa overseeing operations in France, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Tunisia, and Morocco. “I’m thrilled to join 59club at such a pivotal time,” said Maxence. “59club has a long-standing reputation for helping businesses across golf and hospitality deliver exceptional customer experiences. I am excited to join 59club as they enter this exciting phase of growth. “We are confident that Max is the right person to lead 59club Europe West & North Africa into the future,” said Simon Wordsworth, founder of 59club.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 11:58 UTC
What’s at Stake for UK North Sea as Labour Government Sets Out Its Energy Policy
A year ago, the Conservative government estimated that out of the 283 then active UK North Sea fields, about 65% will have ceased production by 2030. What does this policy shift mean for UK oil and gas production, and the nation’s carbon emissions? North Sea ProductionAssuming the Labour government sticks to its licensing pledge, what does the future of UK oil and gas production look like? About three quarters of UK energy comes from oil and gas, 40% of which is currently imported, according to Offshore Energies UK. “Evidence on new UK oil and gas production is not clear-cut,” according to the Climate Change Committee.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 11:54 UTC
Royal Air Maroc Cargo goes digital with cargo.one
Royal Air Maroc Cargo and cargo.one announced a global partnership that brings the Moroccan national carrier’s cargo capacity to the platform for digital air cargo bookings. Royal Air Maroc Cargo customers can now book digitally for general cargo shipments up to 1,000 kg (wide body) and 500 kg (narrow body), and perishable shipments in the coming weeks, according to an official press release from cargo.one. Freight forwarders using cargo.one can book Royal Air Maroc Cargo capacity for general cargo from selected EMEA markets with many additional markets including North America and the Middle East being added in the coming weeks. Yassine Berrada, VP-Cargo, Royal Air Maroc says: “Partnering with cargo.one enables us to enter the digital market strongly and deliver our customers a world-class digital booking experience. For Royal Air Maroc Cargo, we will of course apply our experience from digitalising the sales functions of over 60 airlines globally, to power its digital strategy and strengthen its future growth.”
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 11:38 UTC
Tunisia : Italy's Casillo extends foothold in wheat market
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Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 10:42 UTC
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Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 10:32 UTC
Ghana: Stolen transformer replaced after prolonged power outage
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has replaced a 100kVA transformer that was stolen three weeks ago in Bunson, Abuakwa South Municipality of the Eastern Region. The theft had resulted in a prolonged power outage, leaving institutions and households in nearby areas without electricity for almost a week. Emmanuel Halm, the Eastern Regional Communications Officer for the ECG, advised: “Power supply was restored after the replacement of the transformer. Power in Ghana – FAQsWhat is the power problem in Ghana? Ghana’s power supply is sourced from hydroelectricity, thermal energy fueled by crude oil, natural gas, diesel, solar energy, and imports from Cote D’Ivoire.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 10:04 UTC
Google Cloud arrives in South Africa: A game changer for Lekker local businesses – Intelligent CIO Africa
Louis-Philip Shahim, Google Cloud Practice Lead at Synthesis, tells us what the expansion of Google Cloud in South Africa has in store for businessses in the region. Louis-Philip Shahim, Google Cloud Practice Lead at SynthesisThe arrival of Google Cloud in South Africa is a game changer for businesses in the region. Now, with Google Cloud physically present in South Africa, the Synthesis team has been able to communicate smoothly and joint efforts to evangelise Google Cloud has become much more efficient. By working closely with Google Cloud’s on-the-ground experts, we have been able to leverage their knowledge of Google Cloud’s data and analytics suite and seamlessly integrate it with our own development expertise. By adopting Google Cloud, businesses can improve their operational efficiency, make data-driven decisions and unlock new growth opportunities.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 09:39 UTC
Israel Is Stuck in the Year 2000
Both policies would pose political dilemmas for which Israel has never found lasting solutions. By the turn of the 21st century, Israel was confronted with at an impasse with Lebanon. He made the case that Israel’s investment in southern Lebanon was hardly worth it. A quick Israeli withdrawal would likely result in the return of Hezbollah, rendering the conflict strategically meaningless for Israel. Analysts and policymakers should not be surprised if the future of Gaza and southern Lebanon looks eerily similar to the recent past.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 09:05 UTC
Budget wishlist of logistics industry: Ease of doing business, incentives for green initiatives
"The Budget could include incentives and benefits for green initiatives in logistics which aligns with the overall decarbonisation goals of the government and the private sector," Soomar said. "As we approach the Union Budget 2024-25 announcement, TCI is optimistic about the government's commitment to bolstering the logistics sector. Emphasis on infrastructure development, streamlined regulations, workforce upskilling, and enhanced investment in technology will drive efficiency and sustainability," TCI Managing Director Vineet Agarwal said. For enhanced operations and transparency, embracing technology like AI and IoT needs incentives," iThink Logistics Co-founder Zaiba Sarang said. "By addressing these issues, the industry will contribute more to India's economic development," Sarang added.
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 19, 2024 00:18 UTC
Israeli minister Itamar Ben-Gvir makes provocative visit to al-Aqsa compound – video
Israel’s extremist national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has visited the holiest Muslim site in Jerusalem, the al-Aqsa compound, in a provocative move as he seeks to disrupt ceasefire talks. Ben-Gvir, an ultranationalist and scion of the settler movement, recorded footage at the compound, also known to Jews as the Temple Mount. Visits by Israeli ministers to the site or incursions by Israeli security forces have proved to be a trigger for protests and violence in the past. Under an existing agreement called the status quo, Muslims are allowed to pray on the site whereas people from other faith communities can only visit
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 18, 2024 23:54 UTC
Tender: Procure a solar plus battery storage system in Mozambique
The Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy of Mozambique has received funds for a tender programme to procure a decentralised utility solar photovoltaic (PV) plus battery energy storage system project. DEADLINE: 13 September 2024 at 12pmThe tender programme will be executed under the Energy Regulatory Authority of Mozambique (ARERE). ARERE intends to select two experienced and qualified independent power producers to develop, finance, construct, own, operate and transfer two lots of solar PV plus battery energy storage system sub-projects in the provinces of Nampula, Zambézia, Sofala and Gaza. Further tender details for Mozambique projectA complete set of prequalification documents in English and Portuguese can be downloaded free of charge by registered users through the data room of ARENE. To register, interested firms must contact ARENE by email at [email protected].
Source:The North Africa Journal
July 18, 2024 23:34 UTC