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President Ruto Meets Catholic Bishops After Protests Rejecting Proposed Tax Hike
28 Jun

President Ruto Meets Catholic Bishops After Protests Rejecting Proposed Tax Hike

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President William Ruto held a meeting with Catholic Bishops at State House, Nairobi, in a significant step towards addressing the widespread protests against the proposed tax increase, known as #RejectFinanceBill2024. The delegation was led by Archbishop Maurice Muhatia, Chairman of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops. The meeting comes after days of demonstrations across Kenya, with citizens voicing their opposition to the proposed tax hikes outlined in the Finance Bill 2024. “We welcome the commitment by the Catholic Church to participate in a multi-sectoral engagement that seeks solutions to the issues facing our country. Through this collective approach, we will…
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Education CS Machogu: Government Prioritizes Employment of 46,000 JSS Teachers
28 Jun

Education CS Machogu: Government Prioritizes Employment of 46,000 JSS Teachers

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Cabinet Secretary for Education, Ezekiel Machogu, has announced the government's plan to prioritize the employment of Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 47th Kenya Secondary Schools Heads Association (KESSHA) conference, Machogu outlined the government's commitment to addressing the staffing needs of JSS. “We are going back to our drawing board as government to set our priorities and what we can cater for. One of the key issues we are going to give priority to is the employment of the 46,000 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers,” Machogu stated. Machogu assured the media that the government…
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UNFPA launches digital strategy and toolkit to end female genital mutilation in Africa
28 Jun

UNFPA launches digital strategy and toolkit to end female genital mutilation in Africa

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With the clock ticking towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency announced a groundbreaking new initiative to help create a safer world where women and girls can live free from violence and harmful practices, to achieve their fullest potential. The Social Innovation Toolkit, a central component of the Regional Innovation and Digital Transformation Strategy for East Africa, aims to address critical challenges such as female genital mutilation (FGM) and child marriage, and empower young people through digital innovation. The initiative was unveiled at the Financing Innovation and Digital Transformation in Africa…
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Nigeria Rugby Federation Signs Multi -Year Partnership with Flovale Consulting
28 Jun

Nigeria Rugby Federation Signs Multi -Year Partnership with Flovale Consulting

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Ahead of the kickoff of the Africa Rugby Sevens tournament in Mauritius, the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has taken a significant step in repositioning rugby in the country by signing a three-year partnership deal with Flovale Consulting. The partnership will enable Flovale Consulting to create a dedicated channel and focus efforts on making rugby one of the most popular sports in Nigeria, while also promoting the development of both body and mind. This collaboration aims to lay a strong foundation for the future growth of Nigerian rugby. "We are passionate about developing rugby as a government agency responsible for…
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‘UAE AI Award’ application deadline extended until 12th July, 2024
28 Jun

‘UAE AI Award’ application deadline extended until 12th July, 2024

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The UAE Council for Artificial Intelligence has extended the application deadline for the UAE Artificial Intelligence Award until 12th July. This extension aims to provide a greater opportunity for participants from federal, local, and semi-governmental entities to participate in the award, in line with the award's goals of shaping the digital future and enhancing the country's competitiveness. The award extension also aligns with the national movement towards innovating solutions that promote the adoption of the best AI practices. The Award categories include the Service Excellence Category, the Decision-Making Category, the Operational Efficiency Category, and the Emirati AI Solutions Category. The…
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UAE donates US$8 million to WHO to support humanitarian Efforts in Sudan
28 Jun

UAE donates US$8 million to WHO to support humanitarian Efforts in Sudan

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In a significant collaboration aimed at addressing the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, the United Arab Emirates has committed US$8 million to the World Health Organisation (WHO). This agreement, signed at the WHO headquarters in Geneva, will fund critical health initiatives in Sudan, aiming to alleviate the dire conditions faced by its population. The agreement, formalised between the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) and WHO, was signed on behalf of the UAE by Sultan Al Shamsi, Assistant Minister for International Development Affairs in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and on the behalf of WHO by Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General,…
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China to launch asteroid probe next year
28 Jun

China to launch asteroid probe next year

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China plans to carry out a series of massive space programs in the near future, according to a senior official of the China National Space Administration. Bian Zhigang, deputy director of the space administration, said on Thursday at a news conference in Beijing that the administration is working on two new lunar expeditions and three deep-space exploration missions. "We are developing the Chang'e 7 and Chang'e 8 robotic probes. Chang'e 7 will be sent to the lunar South Pole region on the moon to conduct environmental and resources surveys, while Chang'e 8 will undertake technology demonstrations for in-situ resources utilization,"…
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Dubai Airports sets new standards with AI-powered inventory forecasting
28 Jun

Dubai Airports sets new standards with AI-powered inventory forecasting

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Dubai Airports, the operator of Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in the UAE, has revealed the results of its Material Requirement Planning (MRP) tool, powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, which transformed behind-the-scenes supply management operations. This innovative approach has enhanced service levels, streamlined inventory management, and boosted operational efficiency across the organisation, contributing to a superior experience for airport guests. Over the past year, the MRP tool helped the inventory team predict future spare parts consumption. With parts on hand, the team can promptly execute engineering work orders, resulting in quicker maintenance responses and…
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Disrespect for immunity of countries could be step toward war — Medvedev
28 Jun

Disrespect for immunity of countries could be step toward war — Medvedev

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Failure to recognize that countries and their officials have immunity can sometimes be a step toward war, Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said. "As for immunity, this topic has already come up here, and I have already talked about it. In short, failure to recognize the immunity of a country, including immunity of property, immunity of officials, is a most decisive step toward the beginning of war, and in some situations even a world war," he said. He was commenting on arrest warrants issued by the International Criminal Court against former Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu and Chief…
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