IEA urges countries to accelerate renewables deployment
To reach the 11 GW, the IEA said the pace of deployment “needs to accelerate” in most regions and most countries, including the European Union, the United States and India. The report noted the need for more deployment in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Sub-Saharan Africa. “This report makes clear that the tripling target is ambitious but achievable – though only if governments quickly turn promises into plans of action,” said IEA Executive Director Fatih Birol. Solar accounts for half of the future capacity explicitly identified by governments across the world, the IEA said. It predicted that if countries meet their ambitions for 2030, installed solar capacity would surpass hydropower as the world’s largest source of installed renewable capacity.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 07, 2024 01:31 UTC
North Carolina GOP lawmakers agree to add a health exemption to a bill that limits masking
The state Senate passed the new masking bill — negotiated by both chambers to remedy concerns on the removal of a pandemic-era health exemption — in a 28-0 vote that Senate Democrats were absent from in protest. Republicans supporters say the legislation was prompted in part by the widespread use of masks by those protesting on college campuses nationwide against Israel’s war in Gaza — including at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Another addition to the bill would allow some federal political committees greater latitude in moving contributions to county and state parties in North Carolina. Senate Republicans said that language would remove obstacles for groups like the Republican Governors Association and the Republican Attorneys General Association to give directly to the North Carolina Republican Party to assist in future elections. Now, Pare told The Associated Press she was happy with the health provision, saying it was “the right thing to do.” The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services drafted that specific language, she said.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 07, 2024 00:45 UTC
Morocco’s BCIJ arrests four Daesh supporters – The North Africa Post
Morocco’s Central Bureau of Judicial Investigations (BCIJ) arrested this Thursday four supporters of the terrorist organization “Daesh” for their alleged involvement in preparing terrorist plans aimed at undermining public order. The Special Forces of the General Directorate of Territorial Surveillance (DGST) launched intervention and arrest procedures as part of separate and simultaneous operations targeting the suspects, aged 21 to 41, in the cities of Salé, Tangier, and Tetouan, BCIJ said in a press release. According to preliminary investigations, the suspects, steeped in the extremist ideology of “Daesh” and pledged their allegiance to the so-called “emir” of this organization. they were planning extremely dangerous terrorist projects targeting vital and sensitive facilities in the Kingdom, the press release noted, adding that the suspects were effectively observing and identifying the targets. Investigations have been opened to identify all their terrorist plans and projects, and their connections with other terrorist organizations abroad.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 23:37 UTC
D-Day Lessons For Business and Future Service Members
Captain Bill Gara in North Africa in 1942 Veterans of the 1st Engineer BattalionThe 1st Engineer BattalionReflecting on historical events reveals crucial insights. Colonel William “Bill” Gara led the 1st Engineer Battalion during D-Day and through May of 1945. Today, with the military services in need of young people to serve their country, what does your business do to encourage military service? Encouraging Military Service TodayAs we recognize the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Invasion, businesses must recognize the strategic importance of encouraging military service. While serving a cause greater than themselves, they will learn prodigious leadership skills that will endure long after military service.
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June 06, 2024 23:12 UTC
South Korea sign agreements on minerals with African countries
South Korea intends to secure supply chains and pave the way for its companies to expand its presence in Africa with a focus on several sectors, including critical minerals and energy. This included South Korea signing 12 agreements and 34 memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with several African nations. Super-charge the critical minerals value chainImage Source: XDelegations from 48 African nations visited South Korea to attend the two-day summit. The summit was the first of its kind hosted by South Korea for African nations and the largest multilateral summit since the Yoon Suk Yeol administration took office in May 2022. South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol and Tanzania President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan at the Summit.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 23:00 UTC
Years of experience prepared Williamsburg admiral for D-Day
He was commander of Amphibious Task Force “0” during the D-Day invasion, landing troops at Omaha. That successful duty was the culmination of years of practical experience of amphibious landings and maneuvers that he perfected. In February 1943, Hall became commander of the Amphibious Task Force for the U.S. Eighth Fleet off North Africa. During a London planning meeting in February 1944, Hall declared that he would not have enough firepower to support the assault. With the successful D-Day landings and the push of Allied troops across Europe in late 1944, Hall was transferred to the Pacific Theater of operations.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 20:17 UTC
FREE TO READ: Clough was WWII Army nurse in North Africa, Italy
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June 06, 2024 16:37 UTC
North Carolina Republicans seek fall referendum on citizen-only voting in constitution
Republicans have enough General Assembly members on their own to initiate the referendum if they remain united on the idea. Republican legislatures in at least six states already have agreed to place noncitizen voting measures on the fall ballots, including Wisconsin, another presidential battleground. The proposal “makes it absolutely clear and removes all reasonable doubt that only citizens can vote in our state’s elections,” he said. Roy Cooper’s veto, proposals can’t be brought before voters unless 72 of the House’s 120 members and 30 of the Senate’s 50 members vote yes. We’ll see if there’s enough support.”___ This story has been corrected to show that the group is Americans For Citizen Voting, not Americans For Citizens Voting, and its representative is Kevrick McKain, not Kevrick McCain.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 16:31 UTC
Rhythmix Presents AZA at Littlejohn Park on June 15
Grab your chairs and blankets, pack a picnic lunch, and head to Littlejohn Park to enjoy the outdoors and AZA, in a free afternoon celebration of North African music and history on Saturday, June 15, at noon. Littlejohn Park is located at 1422 Buena Vista Ave., and is easily accessible by both bike and AC Transit. Presented by Rhythmix Cultural Works and Alameda Recreation & Parks Department, AZA unites traditional North African Tamazight music—often incorrectly labeled as “Berber” music—with the global influences of its members. They formed AZA in Santa Cruz, California, after moving to the United States more than 20 years ago. The concert at Littlejohn Park is FREE for all ages.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 15:59 UTC
Eco Atlantic expands exploration position offshore southern Africa
Offshore staffTORONTO, Canada — Eco (Atlantic) Oil & Gas is farming into one exploration block offshore South Africa and exiting another. Tosaco intends to transfer its remaining 25% share to OrangeBasin Oil and Gas, a newly formed South African entity. Block 1 covers 19,929 km; its eastern side is about 174 km offshore while its western section extends about 263 km into deep water. Eco has decided to relinquish its 50% operated stake in offshore Block 2B, where in 2022 it drilled the Gazania-1 well offsetting Soekor’s AJ-1 oil discovery. There are inboard gas discoveries on the block, Kudu to the north, and multiple discoveries in the Ibhubesi Field to the south.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 15:55 UTC
BDSwiss Secures Key UAE License to Expand Services in MENA
Traditional investment paradigms shift in a lower interest rate environment, compelling investors to reassess their asset allocation and trading strategies. Traditional investment paradigms shift in a lower interest rate environment, compelling investors to reassess their asset allocation and trading strategies. Traditional investment paradigms shift in a lower interest rate environment, compelling investors to reassess their asset allocation and trading strategies. Traditional investment paradigms shift in a lower interest rate environment, compelling investors to reassess their asset allocation and trading strategies. Traditional investment paradigms shift in a lower interest rate environment, compelling investors to reassess their asset allocation and trading strategies.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 15:38 UTC
Construction to start on solar plant at Richards Bay
Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) has appointed a consortium to construct and operate its first 20MW solar PV plant at the Port of Richards Bay. TNPA said the plant’s construction is part of its commitment to decarbonise its port operations under its Renewable Energy Purchase programme. TNPA anticipates that the design and construction of the plant will start in June 2024 and that it will be operational by 31 May 2026. Consortium to operate solar plant for seven years – TransnetThe appointment of Amulet Group Consortium follows a Request for Proposals procurement process, which TNPA embarked on in May 2023. Nigeria: Solar energy to provide electricity at container terminalAmulet Group Consortium consists of Amulet Group and LTM Energy Group, bringing in skills and experience obtained primarily in the energy industry.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 15:12 UTC
Why North Africa's nomad community needs climate finance
Frontline communities around the world are shouldering the deleterious injustices of climate change, especially in Africa despite it emitting only around 4% of total global carbon emissions. As someone familiar with the experience of displacement, I have witnessed how climate change strikes at the heart of our culture and identity. Now, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change predicts a doubling of drought frequency in North Africa to come. Conflicts over territory and diminishing water-dependent resources, once unthinkable, now disrupt the social cohesion and hospitality for which nomadic communities are renowned. Rich historic-emitter countries must honour their obligations to provide climate finance under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 14:49 UTC
D-Day: Parades and beacons in Wales to mark 80th anniversary
Parades and beacons mark D-Day 80th anniversary15 hours ago By Jordan Davies , Catriona Aitken , BBC News ShareBBC "It's difficult to tell people about it," says 104-year-old veteran Jim LewisThe 80th anniversary of D-Day has been marked with events across Wales. The allied liberation of Europe has been celebrated by veterans and families, while remembering those who lost their lives during World War Two. In Swansea, Blind Veterans UK organised a ceremony at the Grand Hotel for veterans from across south Wales. The procession marched to the Normandy veterans’ memorial at Bodhyfryd, where a wreath-laying service took place. People have gathered at events across the country to pay their respects to fallen soldiers while celebrating the success of the D-Day landings
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 14:48 UTC
GITEX GLOBAL to launch groundbreaking GITEX NIGERIA – Intelligent CIO Africa
GITEX GLOBAL, one of the world’s largest tech and start-up shows announces further expansion into Africa with the launch of GITEX NIGERIA. Taking place in both Lagos and Abuja, the most strategic and business influential cities in Nigeria, GITEX NIGERIA is poised to become be the largest in-market access event of the decade to discover Nigeria’s vast tech ecosystem. Bringing GITEX to Nigeria gives us the opportunity to export Nigerian technology to the world.”CEO of KAOUN International, Trixie LohMirmand, organiser of GITEX NIGERIA, said: “The format of GITEX NIGERIA will be unique. GITEX NIGERIA shines a spotlight on the country’s exponential growth sectors in AI, Future Finance, Digital Health, Start-ups and Scale-ups. It will integrate the Nigerian tech ecosystem firmly into GITEX AFRICA Morocco and extend its reach into GITEX GLOBAL in Dubai and GITEX EUROPE in Berlin.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 06, 2024 13:57 UTC