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This is a unique photography exhibition designed to enable people with sight loss to better engage with the visual world. It is designed for everyone- blind, partially sighted, and sighted - by transforming how we all experience photography. “Canon Central and North Africa’s participation at GITEX Africa is a testament to understanding and addressing the unique needs of the African region. Our dedicated team focuses on six programmes under the umbrella of Canon's World of Education: the Miraisha Programme, Canon Academy Juniors, Canon Academy Photo, Canon Academy Video, Canon Print Hub, and the Canon Student Development Programme. Canon invites visitors to GITEX Africa to experience this unique, inclusive exhibition.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 12:56 UTC
Qatar Aims to Increase its Influence in the Realms of Art and Film
The future of art is very much the theme of “Your Ghosts Are Mine: Expanded Cinema, Amplified Voices,” a film and video installation that coincides with this year’s Venice Biennale. Organized by Qatar Museums and featuring some 40 artists from the region, it speaks to the emergence of the Middle East as a force in various art forms, not to mention a force in changing the narrative on how the region is portrayed in film and art. The future is on the mind of Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the chairwoman of Qatar Museums and the Doha Film Institute. Al Mayassa sees this year’s Art for Tomorrow conference in Venice, convened by the Democracy & Culture Foundation, with panels moderated by New York Times journalists, as a chance to improve the profile of artists from her home country of Qatar and beyond. Among the events at the conference is a tour of the installation at the ACP Palazzo Franchetti, a Biennale venue.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 12:52 UTC
Ghanaian clean-tech startup Kofa to take its battery swapping system to Kenya, Togo
Ghanaian startup Kofa, a forerunner in battery network solutions which is currently rolling out an e-motorcycle in its home market, plans to take its battery swapping solution to Kenya and Togo in the neat future. It has developed a multi-use high-capacity battery system named Kore2, alongside a battery swapping network, as it bids to foster a sustainable energy future in West Africa. Kofa has strategically partnered with TAIL-G, a globally recognised e-motorcycle manufacturer, to design the Jidi e-motorcycle, which is tailored for the African market. The Jidi e-motorcycle, equipped with Kofa’s Kore2 battery, boasts a range of over 100km, catering to the mobility needs of the region with a sustainable solution. While other companies focused on importing ready-made EVs into the market, Kofa focused on creating a market for efficient batteries and the charging infrastructure to support battery users.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 12:41 UTC
Saudi Arabia's expanding role in advanced technologies
n February 2024, Saudi Arabia established Alat, an advanced technology firm owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF). Alat and, more broadly, the Kingdom's transition away from being solely an oil–based economy, will significantly impact Saudi Arabia's foreign and domestic politics. Alat and Saudi Arabia's innovation effortsWhen Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced the creation of Alat in February 2024, he stressed the vital role this organization will play in Saudi Arabia's economic development. Last year, China brokered a historic deal between Saudi Arabia and Iran, two hostile countries. Despite Vision 2030's efforts, Saudi Arabia's private sector's share of GDP was 41% in 2022—it has increased in recent years, but it is still lower than that of other competitors.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 12:33 UTC
‘The first wave went through hell’ – how the 16th Infantry Regiment’s heroism helped bring victory on D-Day
Among the many Allied military units storming the Normandy coast on June 6, 1944, was the 16th Infantry Regiment of the U.S. Army’s 1st Infantry Division. Ted Lombarski, a sergeant in the 16th’s F Company, recalled:“We were the first wave to hit the beach, Companies E and F of the 16th Infantry. The first wave went through hell that day.”As they approached Omaha Beach, the men of the 16th Infantry Regiment were met with a wall of enemy fire. Heavy casualtiesDespite the heavy losses and powerful German defense, as the day wore on it became clear that the 16th Infantry Regiment had secured a foothold on Omaha Beach. They were among the nearly 1,000 casualties of the 16th Infantry killed, wounded or missing on D-Day.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 11:36 UTC
GE Vernova: Bernard Dagher speaks on the grid of the future
Watch this ESI Africa interview with Bernard Dagher, Chief Strategy and Growth Officer in the Middle East and Africa for Grid Solutions at GE Vernova. Broadcasting from the studio on-site at Enlit Africa 2024, Dagher unpacks the historical electricity grid, how the energy transition impacts the future grid and the solutions to strengthen the system. Find out more about GE Vernova.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 11:31 UTC
Algeria wants tourists but has yet to improve its perception, infrastructure – The North Africa Post
Despite its diversified landscape, monuments and vast desert, Algeria failed to attract tourists, partly because of a rigid visa policy that thwarts visitors. Insecurity is another factor that has been discouraging tourists from visiting the country, where a constellation of terrorist groups operate in the country’s south. By imposing strict visa processes, Algeria is sending the world a message that it does not want tourists. Some analysts deem that Algeria is only interested in domestic tourism since it cannot protect foreign tourists. In Algeria, tourists cannot leave big cities without heavy police presence.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 11:28 UTC
Morocco : African football boss Patrick Motsepe keeps Rabat waiting over AFCON
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Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 10:44 UTC
Morocco : South Korea's Dae Sun to build second oil tanker for Morocco
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Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 10:43 UTC
Situation in Gaza: Morocco stresses importance of US President’s proposals; hopes parties concerned will commit to implementing roadmap – The North Africa Post
Morocco has stressed the importance of the proposals put forward by US President Joseph R. Biden, aimed at, among others, promoting a lasting ceasefire in Gaza, and expressed hope that the various parties concerned will commit to implementing the roadmap proposed. The Kingdom “hopes that the various parties concerned will adhere to this initiative and commit to implementing its different stages,” the ministry underlined in the statement. The roadmap to an enduring ceasefire was detailed by President Biden in remarks he made end of last week at the White House. Besides, hundreds of thousands of temporary shelters, including housing units, would be delivered by the international community. A major reconstruction plan for Gaza constitutes another phase of the roadmap.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 10:33 UTC
Lex Mundi adds Tunisian firm to network
Lex Mundi adds Tunisian firm to networkPublished by: Natasha Doris at 04/06/2024The international legal network has added a North African location to its web of over 150 law firms. The international legal network has added a North African location to its web of over 150 law firms. Lex Mundi has expanded its reach to Tunisia with the addition of Bennani & Associés. The law firm network announced its step into the North African country on 30 May. Lex Mundi president and CEO Helena Samaha added: “Bennani & Associés LLP’s office in Tunisia is a welcome expansion to our global network.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 10:02 UTC
Egypt’s ITIDA, Techne sign MOU for 3-year AI-focused programme
Egypt’s Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA) has partnered Techne Summit in a bid to revolutionise the landscape of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa, with a specific focus on Egypt. The MOU outlines a three-year programme aimed at integrating AI into the fabric of economic and social ecosystems, creating a sustainable, tech-driven future. At the heart of the initiative is the Corporate Innovation Programme, which serves as a bridge connecting AI startups with established corporates. This programme offers a comprehensive ecosystem of support including advanced mentorship, technical resources, and strategic business guidance. Corporate partners like Nvidia and Novartis play a crucial role here, leveraging their global expertise and resources to help startups refine their innovations and scale effectively.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 09:24 UTC
Egyptian fintech startup Thndr expands into UAE
Egyptian digital investment platform Thndr has expanded its services to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) after acquiring a Category 3A license with retail endorsement from the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). It has now announced its market entry into the UAE following the acquisition of a Category 3A license with retail endorsement from the ADGM FSRA. Thndr will initially provide direct access to US-listed securities, including stocks, exchange traded funds (ETFs), and fractional shares. “We at Thndr are thrilled to announce our official entry into the UAE market. We’d like to express our sincere gratitude to the FSRA for their openness and for welcoming Thndr to the UAE’s dynamic financial landscape,” said Salah Kaddoura, UAE general manager at Thndr.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 08:55 UTC
Canon demonstrates the power to drive positive change at drupa 2024 through charity and start-up support initiatives
Printworks B2B partnershipsThe ‘Printworks’ area of the Canon stand is about ‘People, Planet and What’s Possible’. This year’s winner, Bower Collective, a provider of natural household and personal care products in reusable packaging, has its products and story on display on the Canon drupa stand. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA). Media enquiries, please contact:Canon Central and North AfricaMai Youssefe. Mai.youssef@canon-me.comAPO Group – PR AgencyRania ElRafiee. Rania.ElRafie@apo-opa.comAbout Canon Central and North Africa:Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) (www.Canon-CNA.com) is a division within Canon Middle East FZ LLC (CME), a subsidiary of Canon Europe. CCNA also demonstrates Canon’s commitment to operating closer to its customers and meeting their demands in the rapidly evolving African market.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 07:39 UTC
Yola Fresh banks $7m to end smallholder farmer reliance on middlemen and boost access to fair pricing
Cutting out the middleman in fresh produce“Our system is anchored on delivering fresh produce at the right price in a timely manner,” Youssef Mamou, co-founder and co-CEO of Yola Fresh tells AgFunderNews. Yola Fresh addresses the fresh produce supply chain’s fragmentation problem by sourcing fresh produce directly from farmers and delivering it to retail outlets and food service companies in Morocco’s capital Casablanca, where Yola Fresh is currently concentrating its operations. The entire Yola Fresh system reduces loss and translates into higher farmer and retailer incomes, reduced food spoilage, and fresher, more affordable options for consumers. Unlike other marketplace startups, Yola Fresh does not own warehouses or trucks and does not hold inventories. Yola Fresh also sees opportunities in providing smallholder farmers with access to finance, which will help increase production.
Source:The North Africa Journal
June 04, 2024 07:29 UTC