Africa

Africa

Jul
12
2023
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By Ahmed Ture
West and Central Africa urged by Amnesty Int’l to combat corruption.

West and Central Africa urged by Amnesty Int’l to combat corruption.

Africa, Breaking, Nigeria, Opinion, Politics, , ,
On Tuesday, Amnesty International urged governments in West and Central Africa to combat corruption and cease "persecuting" those who speak out in support of human rights. The group condemned the "arrests," "harassment," "detention," and "even death" of human rights advocates battling corruption in the 19 countries of West and Central Africa in a report released in honor of Africa Anti-Corruption Day. These individuals are essential to the battle against corruption and, by extension, the defense of fundamental rights. Yet when they come forward with the truth, they become the focus of assaults, intimidation, harassment, and persecution, according to Agnès Callamard,…
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Jul
09
2023
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By Ahmed Ture
Rwanda: What is the truth behind John Ntwali’s death?

Rwanda: What is the truth behind John Ntwali’s death?

Africa, Breaking, Opinion
The death in January of Rwandan journalist John Ntwali following an accident has led to vociferous claims and counter claims, that he was in fact a victim of the government’s ‘repressive’ measures. But what is the truth behind these claims, loudly broadcast by the foreign media, asks Vincent Gasana? Journalists are often on the receiving end of harsh criticism, even condemnation. On occasion, such censure is amply deserved, but a line is drawn at lying – and news organizations will part company with an employee who deliberately engages in falsehoods. Unless that it is, the story is about Rwanda, then anything…
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Jul
09
2023
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By Ahmed Ture
Why smallholder farmers are key to African, global food security

Why smallholder farmers are key to African, global food security

Africa, Breaking, ,
One of the main challenges before the 5th United Nations Conference on Least Developed Countries (LDC5) taking place in Qatar is how to unlock the potential of smallholder farmers. What can be done to increase their prosperity and improve food security? Global agriculture is at a crossroads. The planet is home to 8 billion people, a total which the UN predicts will rise to 10 billion by 2050. At the same time global food insecurity is rising due to the unprecedented rate of soil degradation and the increased frequency and severity of climate shocks, the pandemic, and regional conflicts. To…
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Jul
09
2023
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By Ahmed Ture
Afropolitan: Can a digital nation create abundance for Africa?

Afropolitan: Can a digital nation create abundance for Africa?

Africa, Breaking, Technology
Is it possible to build the type of country that meets the needs of its citizens without the misaligned values that stand in the way today? Moky Makura explores a bold new vision aimed at building a digital nation across Africa and the diaspora. A very patriotic friend recently shared his frustrations and some of the challenges he experienced serving his country in a highly political role on the continent.  I could discern the strong sense of loyalty and love-for-country underlying the deep feelings of disappointment and dissatisfaction at the status quo. It felt like he had given up on his Africa dream…
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Jul
09
2023
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By Ahmed Ture
The desire to foster greater banking competition in Ethiopia

The desire to foster greater banking competition in Ethiopia

Africa, Breaking, Economy,
By Comr Amos Kalu The National Bank of Ethiopia unveiled new plans in May to let foreign competition enter the nation's banking industry. The state-owned Commercial Bank of Ethiopia currently controls the nation's banking sector. According to a 2019 estimate by Cepheus Growth Capital Partners, an investment management company with headquarters in Addis Ababa, the bank holds 62% of the country's assets and deposits. There are 29 banks in total in the nation, all of which are privately owned. Ethiopia intends to allow foreign competition in the nation's banking industry. What does this mean for businesses and people? However, the…
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