Uganda’s electricity distribution is changing hands – what’s at stake: Uganda’s electricity sector is at a turning point, as Umeme Limited’s 20-year concession draws to a close. Umeme was the first private distribution operator in anglophone Africa. For nearly two decades, the listed company was the dominant distributor of electricity to the country’s 2.3 million …
Somaliland elections: what’s at stake for independence, stability and shifting power dynamics in the Horn of Africa: Somaliland is due to hold a presidential election on 13 November 2024. The results of the election will be important for two main reasons. First, what the leadership outcome will mean for Somaliland’s democratic credentials. Second, it will …
Hamas-Israeli conflict: what’s at stake for Egypt: As the Israeli-Hamas crisis continues, a great deal of focus is shifting to Egypt. Egypt shares a border with both Israel and Gaza – the narrow strip of Palestinian territory which is currently under blockade following the violent attack against Israel by Hamas, a radical Islamist organisation that …
Future of Welsh rugby at stake after misogyny allegations: Allegations of sex discrimination should be a watershed moment not only for Welsh rugby but the people of Wales Shutterstock When Prime Minister Harold Wilson said “a week is a long time in politics”, it’s unlikely that many thought Welsh rugby would one day be the …
‘Restitution’ of looted African art just continues colonial policies – much more is at stake: An artefact is returned to the king of Benin in Nigeria. Kola Sulaimon/AFP via Getty Images The violence of the past is far from over. But it is disguised in many ways, made invisible and normalised. What started with the …
William Ruto vs Kenya’s media: democracy is at stake: Photo by Simon Maina/AFP via Getty Images It’s a long-standing Kenyan tradition to offer congratulations in paid print and TV messages to an incoming president. The bulk of these messages are put out by government agencies – and county governments in recent years – but also …
South Africa in the news: COVID-19: What’s at stake in Sask. as Omicron approaches: Premier Scott Moe said the Omicron variant of COVID-19 could be Saskatchewan’s most formidable foe in the course of the pandemic. The new variant arrives on the eve of the holiday season and as …: “South Africa” – BingNews Omicron drives …
South Africa in the news: Christo Wiese sells 13% stake in Gemfields as evidence mounts of run on UK firm: Some 136.7 million shares were sold for R3.50 apiece, said Gemfields. Wiese, who is renowned in South Africa for building a retail empire, kept a beneficial interest of 0.49% in Gemfields which has …: “South …
South Africa in the news: Its relevance at stake, UN reaches toward a new generation: While the mega-popular BTS may croon that they don’t need “Permission to Dance,” the decision to allow the K-pop band to both give a serious speech to world leaders and film a sunny new music video at …: “South Africa” …
South Africa in the news: Its relevance at stake, UN reaches toward a new generation: While the mega-popular BTS may croon that they don’t need “Permission to Dance,” the decision to allow the K-pop band to both give a serious speech to world leaders and film a sunny new music video at …: “South Africa” …
South Africa in the news: South Africa: Mantashe won’t say how much government paid for stake in Sasol gas pipeline – Fin24: Mineral Resources and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe says government paid a market-related amount for a stake in the Republic of Mozambique Pipeline Company (Rompco) gas pipeline. The department now …: “South Africa” – …
Zambians go to elections amid turmoil. What’s at stake: Hakainde Hichilema (C), leader of the Zambia opposition party United Party for National Development. EPA-EFE/NIC BOTHMA As Zambia prepares to go to the general polls on 12 August, it does so in a context of political decay. It’s also in the midst of a serious economic …
South Africa in the news: My Right To Life At stake If I Go To Prison: Zuma: Spread This NewsTimesLIVE FORMER South Africa’s president Jacob Zuma’s “only sin” was that he wanted his dispute over the recusal of state capture commission chair Raymond Zondo to be decided before …: “South Africa” – BingNews The Dan …
South Africa in the news: SA, Mozambique exercise right on Rompco pipe stake: SA’s iGas and Mozambique’s Companhia Mocambicana de Gasoduto, or CMG, plan to acquire a 30% share of the line valued at R4.1bn according to a statement.: “South Africa” – BingNews South Africa to tighten COVID-19 restrictions for 14 days: South Africa will …
South Africa in the news: South Africa’s upstream petroleum bill proposes new SOE, 20% state stake and BEE rules: The Upstream Petroleum Resources Development Bill calls for the state to take a 20% stake in exploration and production ventures, and proposes the creation of a new state-owned enterprise (SOE), the …: “South Africa” – BingNews …
Scottish independence: what’s at stake in May elections: This is a transcript of episode 13 of The Conversation Weekly podcast “Scotland: why May election is crucial for independence movement, and the UK”. In this episode, as Scotland prepares to vote in landmark parliamentary elections on May 6, we explore why the question of independence from …
South Africa in the news: Nigeria’s Access Bank to buy Atlas Mara’s stake in BancABC: Nigeria’s biggest lender Access Bank said on Monday it has agreed to buy a majority stake in African Banking Corporation of Botswana for cash, a month after it acquired a South African bank. Access …: “South Africa” – BingNews India …
AI is increasingly being used to identify emotions – here’s what’s at stake: AI can be biased. aslysun/Shutterstock Imagine you are in a job interview. As you answer the recruiter’s questions, an artificial intelligence (AI) system scans your face, scoring you for nervousness, empathy and dependability. It may sound like science fiction, but these systems …