Africa can increase fishery output by at least 1 million tons annually, report finds
Africa has the potential to increase its freshwater fishery output by at least 1 million metric tons (MT) annually by reviewing current regulations on harvesting, according to a new report. “Developing the potential of inland fisheries is a major challenge but can also be viewed as an opportunity to meet Africa’s growing need for fish and, hence, better nutrition,” the report said. Conversely, the conventional single-species fisheries management approach that most fisheries in Africa take to harvesting has, for decades, failed to “prevent overfishing, lacking control over the continuous increase in fishing capacity or the technological developments that went with it,” according to the report. “Conventional fisheries management [also] fails to take into account the interactions between species and that the structure of ecosystems, by focusing heavily on target selectivity, has been severely impacted despite all the conservation measures implemented,” the report said. To warm the industry up to the new approach, the report recommends educational programs targeting such stakeholders as fishery managers, tourism fishing captains, conservationists, and civil society organizations on the principles of balanced harvesting.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 09:01 UTC
Great minds against themselves: Purcell's 'Dido and Aeneas' returns to the stage
The Baroque opera Dido and Aeneas, composed by Henry Purcell with lyrics by Nahum Tate, is returning in a new psychological production of the Bertini Choir directed by Iris Goren. A sorceress (Uri Elkayam) mimics the will of the gods, who command Aeneas to leave North Africa and sail to Italian lands. Lyrics that remain forever“The lyrics Tate wrote are immortal,” Czarny told The Jerusalem Post. “Dido is presented to us as a little doomed from the start,” Elkayam told the Post. “When Dido enters the stage, she is already wrapped in them – Belinda and the maids untie her.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 08:53 UTC
SA startups can apply for funding from newly-launched develoPPP Ventures
The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), has launched develoPPP Ventures, a new funding scheme for South African startups. The funding is decided within the framework of regular competitions, with startups receiving grants of up to EUR 100,000 (US$110,000) towards a growth investment to scale up their development-relevant business model. develoPPP Ventures financing is tailored to raise these companies above the first threshold of becoming attractive enough for commercial investors or financial institutions. GIZ is supported by the international startup ecosystem-building organization VC4A and community-driven angel investment group Jozi Angels in implementing develoPPP Ventures in South Africa. Applications for the first develoPPP Ventures competition for South Africa are open here until June 30.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 07:42 UTC
Canon Academy Video Roadshow Lands in Kenya to Empower Aspiring Filmmakers
The Canon Academy Video Roadshow, Canon’s immersive learning experience for aspiring filmmakers and content creators, sets its sights on Kenya. The Canon Academy Video platform, launched in 2022, provides a comprehensive online film school accessible in English and French. The Canon Academy Video platform has already garnered an overwhelming response, with over 14,000 aspiring filmmakers registering to hone their skills. In response to their desire for a more practical experience, Canon is bridging the gap between online learning and real-world application with the Canon Academy Video Roadshow. INVESTING IN THE FUTURE OF AFRICAN FILMMAKINGLed by industry experts, the Canon Academy Video Roadshow empowers aspiring filmmakers with practical knowledge and the confidence to pursue their creative visions.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 07:22 UTC
Sudan: Catastrophic Hunger Amid Conflict Creates a Crisis of Instability Across Northeast Africa
Sudan, the third largest country in Africa, is on the verge of a food crisis of epic proportions. Moreover, peace remains elusive without well-functioning agricultural systems, and it is unreasonable to expect viable agricultural production without peace. Extreme uncertainty in conflict zones hampers interventions designed to reduce dependency on food aid and increase the resilience of local farming systems. Close Sign up for free AllAfrica Newsletters Get the latest in African news delivered straight to your inbox Top Headlines Sudan Conflict Aid and Assistance By submitting above, you agree to our privacy policy. D. in BioscienceEngineering – Soil Science from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Belgium, has received multiple awards for his work on developing sustainable intensification of small-scale farming systems.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 07:15 UTC
Casablanca hosts first Texcare Forum in Africa
The decision to choose Casablanca as the venue for the Texcare Forum was based on its importance as the economic centre of the entire Maghreb region. With over 100 million inhabitants, a strong tourism industry and a significant textile industry, it is a promising location for the textile care sector. On June 4, Casablanca hosted the first Texcare Forum in Africa, attracting 120 participants from the laundry and dry cleaning industry. The conference topics at a glanceAt the heart of the Texcare Forum Casablanca was a comprehensive conference programme. In addition to the classic trade fair format, the Texcare Forum events offer discussions, knowledge transfer and insider information on new markets.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 06:57 UTC
How recently-funded YC alumni Chowdeck was born from a positive COVID-19 test
This frustrating experience, he said, “felt very off,” and planted the initial seed for what would become Chowdeck. Shortly after, Akuko was on a work trip in Dubai, a country with a more developed food delivery scene. He was so impressed with the on-demand delivery services available, that he knew he had to replicate it in Nigeria. Indeed, by the end of 2023, Jumia Food and Bolt Food had exited the Nigerian market, leaving Glovo as Chowdeck’s main competition. Beyond food delivery, we have expanded our services to include groceries, pharmaceutical products and more.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 06:54 UTC
UK to experience first 29C heatwave this year as North African plume arrives
The latest weather maps indicate that the UK could soon be enjoying its first 29C heatwave of the year. With peak temperatures barely exceeding 25C, there has been no sign of sustained hot weather hitting the UK. However, a North African plume could hit the country before the end of the month. Counties such as Kent, Essex, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Greater London, Surrey, and Berkshire are due to experience highs of 28C. The Met Office's long-range forecast doesn't hint at a heatwave, but it does suggest temperatures are set to rise.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 05:55 UTC
Power utility Eskom creating a drag on South African economy
The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of South Africa – a good measure of the health of the country’s economy – shrank slightly by 0.1% in the first quarter of 2024. In their review, TIPS said this economic volatility resulted, in part, from extraordinary fluctuations in world mining prices and shortfalls in South African infrastructure. The private sector has been quick to provide alternatives to Eskom and Transnet, mitigating the impacts on growth. In part, their struggles reflected the decline in Eskom and Transnet capacity over the previous decade. TIPS said that a sharp fall in manufacturing sales over the first quarter of 2024 contributed to slow overall growth.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 05:52 UTC
iQIYI brings premium Chinese content to MENA viewers
MENA audiences can have access to premium Chinese entertainment content on streaming service STARZ ON thanks to a new agreement between iQIYI and evision, the media and entertainment arm of e&. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]iQIYI, China’s leading online entertainment service, signed a collaboration agreement with evision, the media and entertainment arm of e&, a state-owned telecommunications company in the UAE, on Friday. The strategic partnership looks to distribute popular Chinese dramas, animation and movies to Middle East and North Africa (MENA) viewers through STARZ ON, evision’s free streaming service, empowering it to become the go-to destination for captivating Chinese entertainment in the MENA region, according to iQIYI. Yang Xianghua, iQIYI’s senior vice-president, said, “This partnership marks a milestone for iQIYI’s global presence. By bringing premium Chinese content to MENA audiences, we believe this collaboration with evision will resonate deeply and create new, diverse business opportunities.”“We are excited to deliver a superior viewing experience to evision’s users while expanding the reach of Chinese content,” he added.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 05:51 UTC
Manufacturing a renewable energy value chain in South Africa
The market is set to increase further with massive investment in utility-scale renewable energy generation capacity and the drive by the private sector as well as households to install and/or procure renewable energy for their own use and, increasingly, export to the grid.”Have you read? The renewable energy and battery storage industrial value chain is restructuring. He sees this rise of renewable energy creating an opportunity to drive industrial development in the value chain in SA. Manufacturing in the South Africa renewables sectorRenewable energy value chain“In the solar PV value chain, local industries have capabilities in the assembly of mounting structures and trackers as well as modules. Further reading: TIPS Policy Brief on South Africa’s capacity in the renewable energy value chain, Bridging the gap between aspiration and reality: What would it take to localise the renewable energy value chain in South AfricaSign up for our premium, curated insights and news
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 17, 2024 05:46 UTC
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June 16, 2024 23:43 UTC
On GPS: Unpacking Hamas’ end game in Gaza
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Source:The North Africa Journal
June 16, 2024 19:37 UTC
What to know about Trump's outreach with Arab Americans led by his daughter Tiffany's father-in-law
What to know about Trump’s outreach with Arab Americans led by his daughter Tiffany’s father-in-lawLANSING, Mich. (AP) — Donald Trump’s allies are working to win over Arab American voter s who are unhappy with President Joe Biden’s support for Israel. Many Arab Americans remain offended by Trump’s ban, while in office, on immigration from several majority Muslim countries and other remarks they consider insulting. Before the 2020 election, Boulos assisted with Arab American outreach in a minor role. He conducted individual meetings with several prominent community leaders and organized larger gatherings, each drawing nearly 50 Arab American community members. They note a lack of substantial evidence supporting the assertion that Trump is the better candidate for Arab Americans.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 16, 2024 19:30 UTC
Morocco’s efforts to settle artificial conflict over Sahara highlighted in London – The North Africa Post
Morocco’s tangible efforts to put an end to the artificial conflict over the Sahara were hailed by participants in a round table held on Friday in London by the British think tank The Royal United Service Institute (RUSI). The speakers exchanged views on the artificial conflict over the Sahara, including legal, geopolitical, economic and human development points of view, while highlighting the British government’s position and the timeliness of its evolution in a changing national and international context. The participants also expressed deep concern about the alarming humanitarian situation in the Tindouf camps in Algeria and warned against exploiting the status quo to spread extremism and terrorism in the region. Discussions on the development of the Southern Provinces and the implementation of advanced regionalization enabled participants to learn about concrete progress on the ground. Around twenty high-level participants took part in the round table, including officials from the British Foreign Office and Ministry of Defense, former British ministers and diplomats, as well as experts and researchers in geopolitics and defense.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 16, 2024 17:59 UTC