Heavy rains and flooding ravaged parts of Kenya on Friday, sweeping away homes and livestock and destroying roads and electric transmission lines, authorities said. At least two people were killed and at least one was missing. One of the victims died after a house collapsed under heavy rains in the coastal city of Mombasa, police said, while the second was swept away by floods in Meru County in central Kenya. In Mombasa, heavy rains caused flash floods, which swept away homes and businesses. Dramatic footage also emerged Thursday of a wildlife conservancy chopper crew rescuing eight people who were in a truck that was being swept away by raging floodwaters in Samburu county.

South Africa look to end India’s winning run at majestic Eden Gardens in Cricket World CupEvery time India has played in the Cricket World Cup, the fans have come out in large numbers to support the home team

Data shows quakes have not only become more frequent over the past century — likely due to the improvements in earthquake detection technology — but are also causing much more destruction due to the growing population and construction densities.

Calling to “break with economic neocolonialism” and to make education and training a priority for the future of the African continent, CESE president noted that the geographical proximity between Europe and Africa has developed a rich common history, thus forging deep and lasting bonds that share universal values. Slaoui highlighted the “duality” between Africa’s status as a continent with a young and growing population, endowed with invaluable resources, and Europe’s status as a considerable market with deep historical ties to Africa. Addressing the importance of the New Development Model focused on meeting citizens’ needs, reducing disparities and inequalities, and achieving social and territorial justice, Yousra El Hatib underscored the importance of digitalization as a powerful driver of transformation. This event will be followed by the holding in Dakhla Nov.4-6 of the General Assembly of the African Federation of ENA Alumni in Africa. The General Assembly offers a platform for exchange and development for alumni on the African continent.

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A shift to ‘strategic interdependence’ could revive the EU’s troubled policy on North AfricaHafed Al-GhwellShort Url https://arab.news/wpps4For every theory of foreign policy, there is an equal and opposite alternative. The EU has traditionally viewed North Africa through an array of prisms, including migration management, counterterrorism, and resource trade. Strategic interdependence in the EU’s North Africa policy will certainly enhance the bloc’s interactions with the region, although a growing undercurrent of Western antipathy will complicate such a pivot. However, this does not mean that the pathway to strategic interdependence would be devoid of challenges. Over time, acknowledging strategic interdependence and its nuanced approach to collaboration will demand acceptance of a new, fractured global order.

A very low percentage of ballots cast has failed to count based on the rules. County election offices can produce free voter ID cards. In North Carolina, Republicans pushed for voter ID for over a decade, saying it would discourage voter fraud and build confidence in elections. Critics say the threat of such fraud is extremely low and a voter ID mandate deters minority and low-income voters. “And I think it’s anti-American.”A 2013 voter ID law approved by the General Assembly was used by the state briefly in 2016 before federal judges struck it down.

Africa’s geothermal sector will attract at least $35 billion in investments by 2050, showing the critical role geothermal is set to play in meeting the continent’s rapidly growing energy demand. Kenya and Ethiopia will lead the growth of Africa’s geothermal sector, accounting for close to 90% of total capacity. Daniel Holmedal, senior supply chain analyst, Rystad EnergyGeothermal power has contributed to Africa's energy sector since the 1950s. International expertise and technical assistance have helped contribute to the growth of East Africa’s geothermal sector, in turn fostering the development of domestic expertise. Kenya and Ethiopia will lead the growth of Africa’s geothermal sector, accounting for close to 90% of total capacity.

Hizbollah’s declarations that it does not intend to go to war with Israel sit somewhat uneasily with standard party rhetoric. In his speech, Nasrallah warned that Hizbollah could escalate based on the extent of the Israeli war in Gaza and/or civilian casualties in Lebanon caused by Israeli bombing or shelling. The [Gaza] war has already dimmed prospects for improving Turkish-Israeli relations, which the sides fully restored a year ago after a turbulent decade. Gulf Arab StatesThe six members of the Gulf Cooperation Council (Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain) are divided over the latest Gaza war, as they are over many issues. But three weeks into the Gaza war, the Gulf Arab states’ positions have evolved.

Russia expels Bulgarian correspondent after Sofia kicks out Russian journalistRussia has stripped a Bulgarian Moscow correspondent of his accreditation, expelling him from the country. Angel Grigorov from Bulgarian National Radio has been ordered to leave Moscow. Bulgaria said Alexander Gatsak, a correspondent for the state-owned Rossiyskaya Gazeta, posed "a threat to national security". Announcing the decision to expel Mr Grigorov, Russia said it had been "forced to take reflective measures against the chief correspondent of Bulgarian National Radio in Moscow". Moscow said it was prepared to consider allowing Bulgarian National Radio back if Bulgaria accredited a correspondent from Rossiyskaya Gazeta again.

Morocco will host nine matches this current November, as part of the opening rounds of the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Nine of these qualifiers will be played in Morocco. The same day, Guinea will face Uganda at the Municipal Stadium in Berkane. The Grand Stadium of Marrakech will host the match between Niger and Tanzania on Nov. 18, while El Jaish Stadium in Oujda will be the playground for the match between Chad and Madagascar on Nov. 20. The same day, the Grand Stadium of Agadir will host the match between Sao Tome and Principe and Namibia.

Contra soldiers and their families go about normal activities Nov. 4, 1989 in Yamales, Honduras, in spite of Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega's recent statements about stopping the cease fire. Reports from the camps say that activities are normal and everything is quiet, but recently wounded soldiers are expected to arrive within a few days. Contra leaders and Ortega are expected to meet in the next couple of weeks. (AP Photo/Michael Straveto)

Mauritania will carry out a head count of its population, the fifth in its history, before the end of year, to gather data needed to prepare, implement, monitor, and evaluate the various development policies, the country’s National Agency for Statistics and Demographic and Economic Analysis has announced. Mohamed Mokhtar Ould Sidi, head of the agency, told the national committee for the census, the head count is carried out as part of the implementation of United Nations recommendations that member states organize a general population and housing census every ten years. Ould Sidi said the census will provide the data needed to prepare, implement, monitor, and evaluate the various development policies. The country currently has a population of 4.7 million people according to 2022 data by the World Bank. The latest census took place in 2013.

Open Extended ReactionsNorth Melbourne have secured a coveted double-chance in the AFLW finals with a 46-point belting of wooden-spooners Western Bulldogs. The finals-bound Kangaroos held the Dogs scoreless in the first half of their 7.13 (55) to 1.3 (9) victory on Saturday at the Whitten Oval. Decorated duo Jasmine Garner and Ash Riddell played starring roles as the Roos took third spot on the ladder. Garner scored the sole goal of the second term but the Roos failed to truly cash in on their control. The Bulldogs' sole goal came from Britney Gutknecht's opportunist left-foot snap early in the last quarter while Ellie Blackburn (30 disposals) and Elisabeth Georgostathis (23) led their resistance.

Image: (@PitsoMosimane/InstagramSouth Africa’s greatest football coach Pitso Mosimane, is reportedly nearing the exit gate at Al-Wahda in the UAE, and Egyptian giants Zamalek are on high alert. ALSO READ: Johnson reveals what Kaizer Chiefs bosses wantALSO READ: Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder buys QuantumsPITSO MOSIMANE TO LEAVE Al-WAHDA? “Egyptian club Zamalek has apparently renewed its interest in coach Pitso Mosimane. Mosimane is on his way out at UAE club, Al Wahda,” Tiyani Mabasa’s Unplayable reported via X.Mosimane in the UAE Pro League with Al Wahda. Image via Instagram @therealpitsomosimaneMeanwhile, DStv Premiership giants Kaizer Chiefs are also linked with the former Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana tactician.