The recent DR Congo-Rwanda crisis is propelled by historic tensions
According to Al Jazeera, tensions have escalated recently, particularly around a town called Sake, located approximately 20 kilometres (12 miles) from Goma. Historical facts about the Rwanda-DRC hostilityRwanda once had three major ethnic groups – the Hutus, the Tutsis and the Twas. Thus, between April to July 1994, the Rwandan genocide was staged. The main perpetrators of the Rwandan genocide were the Interahamwe, a Hutu paramilitary organization currently active in DRC and Uganda. When a new Tutsi government was established in Rwanda after the genocide, more than two million Hutus sought refuge in eastern DR Congo.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 22, 2024 10:47 UTC
Beyond Borders: Webb Fontaine’s Port Community System (PCS) Redefining Global Trade Logistics
In the dynamic world of global trade, Webb Fontaine’s Port Community System (PCS) (https://www.WebbFontaine.com) emerges as a transformative force, heralding a new era in the automation of port logistics and trade facilitation. It goes beyond merely streamlining operations; it ensures secured payments and expedites the release of goods, paving the way for a transformative shift in the dynamics of global trade. A standout feature is Webb Ports’ adaptability to diverse countries and ports, coupled with a turnkey approach that ensures rapid implementation. In essence, Webb Ports serves as a catalyst for a new era in ports logistics automation and trade facilitation. As governments navigate the complexities of their trade infrastructure, the PCS emerges as a compelling answer—a journey towards simplification, efficiency, and economic growth in the global trade landscape.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 22, 2024 08:13 UTC
Dr. Michael Braz's meaningful Moroccan adventure
Grice Connect recently spoke with Dr. Braz to get a recap of his Moroccan experiences and a few meaningful highlights from his travels abroad. In late December 2023 into early January 2024, Dr. Michael Braz traveled to Morocco for a simple leisure vacation. Its history, geography, and arts and culture scene defines this North African kingdom, and Dr. Braz shares a few highlights from his Moroccan adventure. Photo courtesy of Dr. Michael Braz. Dr. Braz also purchased and took home a meaningful, handwoven Desert-motif carpet from a group called "The Women's Cooperative."
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 22, 2024 06:47 UTC
Impact investment makes a difference to Africa’s green economy
The effect of impact investment for people on the ground is starting to become more than a nice to have, but a deciding factor in how investors choose where to funnel their money. – Iain BannerIn welcoming attendants to the keynote address at the opening of Africa’s Green Economy Summit(AGES) in Cape Town, various speakers mentioned how impact investment was influencing their broader strategies. Africa’s triple juggling act: Economy, green energy and investmentRoothman thirdly highlighted the importance of social impact in investment. That’s important.”“We started on this journey a few years ago with impact investment. Everything we do in South Africa and indeed Africa, we measure the impact, the jobs we create, our impact on climate, it’s incredibly important,” he explained.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 22, 2024 06:39 UTC
Yango Unveils Yango Play in Middle East and North Africa (MENA): An Artificial Intelligence (AI)-Powered Entertainment Super App with Movies, Series, Music, and Mini-Games
Yasmina: The Arabic-Speaking AI AssistantYasmina, the bilingual AI assistant integrated into Yango Play, interacts with users in Arabic and English and redefines their entertainment experience. Yasmina guides you through the Yango Play app and makes your experience more enjoyable. About Yango Play:Yango Play (https://Play.Yango.com), an all-in-one entertainment super app, is a pioneering AI-powered entertainment service that combines video, music streaming, and mini-games into a single platform. Available on both Google PlayStore (https://apo-opa.co/3OPwAnq) and iOS App Store (https://apo-opa.co/49p8cBA), Yango Play stands out for its diverse content library and personalized entertainment experience. For more information about Yango Play and its offerings, visit https://Play.Yango.com
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February 22, 2024 05:27 UTC
Company briefs
Emcare introduces SOS phoneEmcare has launched an easy-to-use mobile phone for subscribers to its monitoring services. www.emcare360.com1021 service extended to mobileGo mobile customers can now call abroad from their mobile using the ‘1021’ service. Customers can now call any country in the EU using the 1021 service for €0.25 cents per minute. Calls to North Africa, USA, Canada and Australia cost €0.30 cents per minute while calls to the rest of the world cost €0.35 cents per minute. www.go.com.mtPwC rolls out digital servicesPwC announced the formation of its digital services business, with over 2,000 digital consulting professionals around the world committed to helping clients thrive in an increasingly digital world.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 22, 2024 05:08 UTC
King Mohammed VI hosts luncheon in honor of President of Spanish government – The North Africa Post
King Mohammed VI hosted in Rabat on Wednesday a luncheon in honor of the President of the Spanish government, Pedro Sanchez, and his accompanying delegation that included Foreign Affairs Minister José Manuel Albares. The President of the Spanish government, Pedro Sanchez, arrived in Morocco earlier on Wednesday on an official visit to the Kingdom, his first to the North African Kingdom since his government took office in January. During his official trip to Morocco, Pedro Sánchez will hold talks with senior Moroccan officials, including his counterpart, Aziz Akhannouch. Pedro Sánchez’s previous official visit to Morocco dates back to February 2, 2023, when he co-chaired with Akhannouch the 12th high-level meeting between the two countries. Sources from the Spanish government highlighted, according to the Spanish official news agency EFE, the importance of this trip, which comes at the beginning of the legislature presided over by Sanchez.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 22, 2024 04:50 UTC
ADNOC CEO: Global Energy Demand Growth Is Unsustainable
Last month, U.S. oil and gas supermajor Exxon Mobil Corp. (NYSE:XOM) released its long-term global energy outlook report. Al Jaber, chief executive officer of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) and president of last year’s Cop28 summit says that the current trajectory of rapid energy demand growth is unsustainable. Last year, ExxonMobil and Saudi Aramco pushed back on a prediction by Bloomberg that global oil demand will peak in 2027. Exxon says efficiency gains in developed countries will be more than enough to offset energy demand growth due to population growth. Nasser has predicted that global oil demand will hit 110 million barrels per day (bpd) by 2030, up from 102 million b/d in 2023.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 22, 2024 04:38 UTC
Chinese EV maker Xpeng establishes strategic partnership with UAE’s Ali&Sons
The announcement adds to Xpeng’s partnerships with local firms for the Egypt, Azerbaijan, Jordan and Lebanon markets. Multiple Xpeng models will go on sale and be delivered to five Middle East and North Africa countries from the second quarter, the company said in a statement on its WeChat account. (Reporting by Beijing newsroom; Editing by Jacqueline Wong)
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 22, 2024 04:38 UTC
CMA CGM applies new PSS from Europe to India, Middle East Gulf and Red Sea
CMA CGM applies new PSS from Europe to India, Middle East Gulf and Red SeaShare This News Story:MARSEILLE : French ocean carrier CMA CGM announced that it will implement the following peak season surcharges, effective from 1 March. For dry cargo from North Europe, Scandinavia, Poland, Baltic, East & West Mediterranean, Adriatic, Black Sea and North Africa to the Indian ports of Nhava Sheva, Mundra and Hazira, the surcharge will be US$200 per container. Additionally, the Marseille-based box line will apply a PSS of US$200 per dry container from North Europe, Scandinavia, Poland and Baltic to the Middle East Gulf, Djibouti and Yemen. Furthermore, the company said that a new peak season surcharge of US$300 per dry box will be introduced from East & West Mediterranean, Adriatic, Black Sea and North Africa to the Middle East Gulf, Djibouti and Yemen.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 22, 2024 03:03 UTC
Winter drought grips southern Europe, northern Africa
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February 21, 2024 23:57 UTC
The rise of nearshoring FDI close to Europe
Greenfield foreign direct investment (FDI) into factories in nearshoring locations close to western Europe has also been on an upward trajectory since the Covid-19 pandemic. AdvertisementTo be classified as a nearshoring destination in the study, these 15 countries needed to have at least 25% of their greenfield FDI in manufacturing since 2010 and have attracted at least five FDI manufacturing projects in 2023. AdvertisementMajor economies in CEE have been the main beneficiaries from the move to build out strategic supply chains in Europe. Manufacturing FDI into Romania, Slovakia and North Macedonia all more than doubled in the latest two-year period, compared to 2018/19. While shifting production to markets close to western Europe aims to boost resilience to multinational supply chains, this is not without its pitfalls.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 21, 2024 23:44 UTC
Africa’s Mining Olympics to take place at Mining on Top Africa in Paris
Mining on Top Africa (#MOTA) 7th Congress in Paris unites mining leaders, fostering Europe-Africa partnerships for responsible investment. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, February 21, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Mining on Top Africa (#MOTA), the 7th Annual African Mining Congress will return once again to Paris, France for a crucial pre-Olympics meeting of the industry’s highest level mining decision makers. About AMETRADEWe are the leading independent business to business event organiser in Africa, with over 20 years of working experience in over 30 countries. About Mining On Top Africa (#MOTA)Mining On Top Africa is a premier annual conference that brings together mining professionals, government officials, investors, and industry stakeholders to discuss and strategize the future of mining in Africa. With a commitment to fostering sustainable practices, technological innovation, and responsible mining, MOTA is a key platform for shaping the trajectory of the mining sector on the continent.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 21, 2024 23:23 UTC
Debut Sighting of African-Mediterranean Wader Bird Marks a Historic First in India
Known for their gregarious nature, these avian wonders utilize a repertoire of vocalizations to attract mates, defend territory, and signal threats. With variable breeding seasons dictated by their extensive range, Spur-Winged Lapwings engage in solitary monogamous pairs and often join mixed-species bird nesting colonies for protection against predation. Capturing the elusive beauty of a rare bird making its inaugural visit to India is a profound honor. In the enchanting tapestry of incredible India, this moment becomes an indelible record, marking the bird’s historic debut on Indian soil. The lens becomes a storyteller, freezing in time the wings of this extraordinary visitor, an ambassador of avian wonders.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 21, 2024 18:26 UTC
19,000 live cattle discovered on ship in Cape Town: Activists call for ban
A ship docked in the South African city’s harbour, carrying 19,000 live cattle. The Australian RSPCA, opposed to live export in any form, reported that more than 550,000 animals died en route during live export journeys between 2000–2012. In March last year, the Australian government announced plans to phase out live sheep exports by sea. In April 2023, New Zealand brought in a ban on all live exports by sea for cattle, sheep, deer and goats for slaughter, fattening and breeding. That means that a Northern Irish ban on live exports is not likely any time soon.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 21, 2024 16:08 UTC