Africa - Nomad Press

08 Sep

Sudanese mother suffers tragedy before perilous escape to Libya

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaSudan

Tahani Hamid, 35, remembers her former life as a housewife in Sudan’s Darfur region as peaceful and happy, caring for her three young children and preparing meals for them and her husband, a local policeman. But as rivalry between two Sudanese military factions erupted into full-blown conflict in April last year, a series of calamities shattered that tranquil life, changing it forever. In the weeks before the outbreak of the conflict, armed skirmishes broke out in their neighbourhood in Neyala and a stray bullet pierced the metal roof of their mud-brick house, hitting Hamid just above the left elbow. She…

08 Sep

IAEA Completes Safety Review of Koeberg Nuclear Power Plant

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaIAEA, South Africa

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts concluded a comprehensive review of the Koeberg Nuclear Power Plant's long-term operational safety today. This Safety Aspects of Long Term Operation (SALTO) follow-up mission, conducted from September 3 to 6, was requested by Eskom, the plant's operator. Koeberg, located about 30 kilometers north of Cape Town, South Africa, is the continent’s only commercial nuclear power station. Since its Units 1 and 2 began operation in 1984 and 1985, respectively, the plant has been pivotal in supplying roughly 5% of South Africa’s electricity and reducing reliance on coal. Koeberg’s Unit 1 recently…

08 Sep

EU Fisheries Chief to Visit Tanzania for High-Level Blue Economy Talks

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaCharlina Vitcheva, European Union

European Commission’s Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Charlina Vitcheva, will visit Tanzania from September 9 to 11, 2024, to participate in key discussions on sustainable fisheries and the blue economy. The visit will culminate in her attendance at the 8th Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Oceans, Inland Waters, and Fisheries of the Organization of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS), set to take place at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre on September 11. The event is expected to be inaugurated by President Samia Suluhu Hassan. Vitcheva’s visit marks another step in strengthening ties between the European Union (EU)…

08 Sep

Less Than Half of Algerians Vote in Presidential Election

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaAbdelmadjid Tebboune, Algeria

Less than half of Algeria's eligible voters cast their ballots in Saturday's presidential election, according to preliminary figures released early Sunday by the country's electoral authority, ANIE. The turnout rate was reported at 48 percent, falling short of incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's hopes for a high voter turnout. Tebboune, 78, is widely expected to win a second term, facing two challengers: moderate Islamist Abdelaali Hassani, 57, and socialist Youcef Aouchiche, 41. His main challenge, however, was to improve voter participation following the 2019 election, which saw a historic abstention rate of over 60 percent. With more than 24 million Algerians…

31 Aug

President Museveni Appoints Dr. Crispus Kiyonga as New Vice Chancellor of Makerere University

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaCrispus Kiyonga, Makerere University, Yoweri Museveni

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has appointed Dr. Crispus Kiyonga as the new Vice Chancellor of Makerere University, one of Uganda's most prestigious institutions of higher learning. The announcement has been met with warm congratulations from the university's leadership. On behalf of the Makerere University Council, Vice Chancellor Barnabas Nawangwe extended his heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Kiyonga, stating, "We warmly welcome him to the service of Makerere University." Dr. Kiyonga’s appointment is seen as a significant milestone for the university. Born on January 1, 1952, Dr. Kiyonga brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having held numerous high-profile positions…

31 Aug

Ethiopia Raises Concerns Over Transition in Somalia Peacekeeping Mission

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaAbiy Ahmed, Ethiopia

Ethiopia has voiced serious concerns about the ongoing transition from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) to a new peace support mission, warning that the change could destabilize the Horn of Africa. In a press statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday, Ethiopia emphasized that the transition is fraught with risks, as the region enters what it described as "uncharted waters." The Ethiopian government criticized what it sees as the international community's failure to heed warnings from Ethiopia and other Troop Contributing Countries (TCCs). According to the statement, Ethiopia is being pressured to overlook hostile…

30 Aug

Over 6,000 murders in South Africa in the past three months

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaSouth Africa

South Africa's police figures reveal that nearly 6,200 people were murdered between April and June 2024, highlighting the country's ongoing struggle with violent crime. Police Minister Senzo Mchunu announced on Friday that 6,198 murders occurred during this period, marking a slight 0.5% decrease from the same timeframe last year. Despite this marginal improvement, the numbers continue to reflect the severity of the crime situation in South Africa. “These numbers tell a sobering story, reflecting the severity of the challenges we face,” Mchunu stated during a press conference in Cape Town. South Africa remains one of the countries with the highest…

30 Aug

Rwandan President Paul Kagame Dismisses Over 200 Military Officers in Major Shake-Up

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaMilitary, Rwanda

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has dismissed more than 21 senior and junior officers from the Rwanda Defence Forces (RDF). Among those dismissed are Major General Martin Nzaramba and Colonel Dr. Etienne Uwimana. Additionally, contracts of 195 other ranks within the RDF have been revoked, marking a considerable reshuffle within the nation's military. Uwimana, who until his dismissal was serving as a medic in charge of the medical imaging department at Rwanda Military Hospital, is among the key figures impacted by this decision. Nzaramba, a former Commandant of the Nasho Basic Military Training Centre, had retired from the military in August…

30 Aug

Uganda to Host Conference on Tax Incentives and Policies for Investors

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaTax, Uganda

The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development has announced a significant conference on tax incentives, policies, and administration for Ugandan investors, scheduled for September 4, 2024, at Hotel Africana in Kampala. This event is a key part of the government's ongoing efforts to stimulate investment and drive economic growth across the country. The conference will gather a wide range of stakeholders, including policymakers, investors, and members of the business community, to engage in discussions on the current tax framework and its impact on Uganda's economic development. The event will feature a comprehensive review of the nation's existing tax policies,…

29 Aug

Museveni to resolve compensation woes of Northern Uganda war claimants

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaUganda, Yoweri Museveni

President Yoweri Museveni has given the people of Northern Uganda reassurance that he will resolve the impasse in compensating war claimants in the region. “I will call a meeting and discuss with area Members of Parliament, Ministers and elders in the area. I heard that some of the money was initially taken by lawyers; so many problems but we are committed,” Museveni said. He made the commitment while opening the regional plenary sittings at the Kaunda Grounds in Gulu City on Thursday, 29 August 2024. According to the Deputy Attorney General, Jackson Kafuuzi, Shs2 trillion is required for compensation of…