In South African Elections, Zuma’s Return Spells Trouble for the ANC
South Africa’s ruling African National Congress party finds itself in uncharted political territory as it approaches national and provincial elections on May 29. Accustomed for so long to operating in a comfort zone of one-party dominance, the ANC now confronts a more challenging electoral landscape. Among the many problems the ANC currently faces, one stands out: the emergence of the newly created Umkhonto we Sizwe, or MK, Party. In the surprise of the campaign, the MK Party will contest the elections with former President Jacob Zuma at its head. Surveys of voting intentions show a steep fall in support for the ANC after a long period of poor governance and endemic corruption.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 13:40 UTC
World's first wooden wind turbine prototype installed in Germany
The world’s first prototype of 19.3-meter wooden wind turbine blades has been installed on an existing wind turbine in Breuna, Germany. German wooden wind turbine blade manufacturer Voodin Blade Technology announced the installation which uses laminated veneer lumber (LVL) as a material. Wooden wind turbines are a more sustainable solutionThe usual lifecycle of wind turbine blades is 20 to 25 years. The wooden wind turbine blades are a more sustainable solution and raw material than the currently used composite materials. The first prototype blades have been installed on an existing wind turbine in Breuna, Germany, near the city of Kassel.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 13:31 UTC
Egypt leads North Africa with its solar energy output
Countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) have increased their solar energy capacity in 2023 by 23% year-on-year, with Egypt one of the standout nations. The Middle East Solar Industry’s (MESIA) Solar Outlook Report 2024, said the region is experiencing a growing focus on renewable energy, particularly solar PV. Egypt, Morocco lead the wayStill, there has been a focus on investing in renewable energy projects. Solar energy investors have achieved a competitive rate of two US cents per kWh, while wind energy projects stand at 2.45 cents per kWh. TunisiaThe government is investing over a billion dollars in renewable energy projects, intending to reach 1,700MW of renewable energy production capacity by 2025.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 12:47 UTC
Dabur Q4 Results: Net profit jumps 16% YoY to Rs 350 crore; revenue rises 5%
(You can now subscribe to our(You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channelDabur India on Thursday reported 16% growth in its consolidated net profit at Rs 350 crore for the quarter ended March 2024. The quarter saw the oral care business swell by 22% with the toothpaste business reporting a 23% jump.The digestives business led by a strong performance of Hajmola, ended the quarter by reporting a growth of 16%. while the Turkey business was up 39% and the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) markets posted a growth of 6.3%. "We've ended the year with a steady performance underscoring the power of the Dabur's brands. We have been investing heavily behind our brands, which increased by 33%, to drive demand and also sustain the growth momentum.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 12:08 UTC
India’s Kerala shuts schools, colleges amid sweltering heat
With most parts of India reeling from high temperatures, the weather department has forecast an unusually high number of heatwave days for April to June, as the country stages a general election that has seen a low voter turnout. Heatwaves are rare in Kerala and data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) shows that the state recorded five heatwave days in April.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 11:08 UTC
Israel’s war on Gaza updates: First time aid enters Gaza via Beit Hanoon
Israel’s war on Gaza updates: First time aid enters Gaza via Beit HanoonUS Secretary of State Blinken, on a visit to Tel Aviv, says there should be ‘no delays, no excuses’ in reaching a ceasefire deal, claiming the only reason it may not happen ‘is because of Hamas’.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 10:09 UTC
10 Egyptian startups win VMS Bridge Programme awards
Ten Egyptian startups have won prizes at the culmination of the joint Saudi-Egyptian VMS Bridge programme. The VMS Bridge programme aims to provide opportunities for growth and expansion locally, regionally, and internationally, bridging the gap between the entrepreneurial ecosystems in Egypt and Saudi Arabia. Ten Egyptian startups have been named winners of the first edition, with five companies winning a prize that includes a four-day visit to Saudi Arabia, where they will have the opportunity to meet investors and explore investment opportunities. Additionally, three companies focused on environmental preservation and community service won a prize from Arweqah, which includes free access to Arweqah’s training programme. These three winning companies were AgriCash, a digital platform specialized in financing small farmers; ReNile, which operates in the field of Internet of Things in agriculture; and ICareer, a platform specialised in education for employment.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 09:09 UTC
Planning cities amid climate change
One promising approach is green urban planning, which integrates environmental considerations into urban planning policies, processes, and practices. Green urban planning offers a holistic approach to address climate change while also tackling social and economic issues within . Therefore, urgent action is needed to embrace green urban planning principles and develop infrastructure that can support the future. Local knowledge and expertise must be leveraged to make green urban planning context-specific and culturally appropriate. However, challenges such as lack of awareness, coordination, capacity, and resources can impede the adoption of green urban planning.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 08:53 UTC
Startups Without Borders’ 5th edition kicks off in Cairo this month
The fifth edition of the Startups Without Borders annual summit will take place on May 10–11 in Cairo. Set for Kamelizer Spaces, in District 5, the Startups Without Borders event will take place under the theme “Break Borders, Build Global Horizons”, and bring together 3,000 innovators from around the world alongside key players in the tech industry. Content will focus on helping entrepreneurs build businesses with global scope. Alongside talks and panels with all-star speakers, the event will host the Investor Room, where 460 meetings were hosted between startups and investors in 2023. Startups participate, get matched with an investor according to industry, geography and ticket size, and take part in 101 meetings with investors from leading global VCs and investors.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 07:03 UTC
Morocco : Oracle and Huawei battle for the favours of Maroc Telecom
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May 02, 2024 06:56 UTC
Libya : TotalEnergies plans to push strategic projects with new Libya boss
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May 02, 2024 06:55 UTC
How pan-African Rwazi is using AI to help global brands make use of consumer data
Africa-born, but active globally, Rwazi is an AI market intelligence platform that helps global brands access zero-party consumer data on who is buying what, for how much, from where, when, and why, to help them drive revenue and expand. We’ve developed a system capable of capturing, validating, verifying, and enriching zero-party consumer data in ways that were previously unimaginable. “Those not leveraging zero-party consumer data are witnessing a significant erosion of their market share and are embroiled in heavy competition. “The growing demand for our services is a testament to the changing tide in consumer market intelligence. “The demand for our unique blend of real-time, ground-level consumer insights is rising, reflecting in our growing subscriber base and increasing interest across various industries.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 06:14 UTC
Médecins sans frontières (MSF) warns of catastrophic malnutrition crisis in Zamzam camp amidst escalating violence in North Darfur
In response to the escalating fighting in North Darfur, Sudan, MSF has treated over 100 war-wounded patients – including 11 children, many with gunshot wounds – at South Hospital, El Fasher, over the past two weeks. We are also simultaneously scaling-up our response to the major malnutrition crisis in Zamzam camp, where the situation is becoming even more critical. As we do so, we call on the warring parties to ensure the protection of civilians, healthcare structures and staff, so that vital assistance for the tens of thousands of people whose lives are at-risk can be effectively provided before it is too late.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 06:05 UTC
Learning gaps widen as extreme heat shuts schools for millions in Asia, North Africa
We’ve not seen such unbroken and expansive heatwaves before,” Bangladesh Meteorological Department senior forecaster Muhammad Abul Kalam Mallik told AFP. Thousands of schools in the Philippines and in India followed suit in late April, closing classrooms to more than 10 million students. On Wednesday, Cambodia ordered all public schools to slash two hours off the school day due to avoid peak heat at midday. In Bangladesh last year, schools were closed for 6-7 days, said Save the Children’s Sengupta. Between 40pc and 60pc of US schools are thought to have at least partial air conditioning, according to various surveys.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 04:58 UTC
Inaugural Saudi WoodShow 2024: Bridging Giga Projects with Wood and Woodworking Machinery Potential
Saudi WoodShow LogoRIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, May 1, 2024 / EINPresswire.com / -- As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia embarks on its ambitious Giga projects, the inaugural Saudi International Wood and Woodworking Machinery Exhibition (Saudi WoodShow) is set to play a pivotal role in linking these grand endeavors with the burgeoning wood and woodworking machinery market. Organized under the banner of the renowned WoodShow Global platform, Saudi WoodShow is slated to take place in Riyadh from May 12 to 14, 2024.Saudi WoodShow capitalizes on Saudi Arabia's Giga projects, like NEOM and the Red Sea Development Project, fostering growth in the woodworking industry. McKinsey forecasts a tripling of Saudi Arabia's annual spending on projects, exceeding $175 billion by 2024. Alongside international exhibitors and partner associations, the event will feature country pavilions representing Turkey and China, showcasing their respective contributions to the wood and woodworking machinery industry. Additionally, local Saudi exhibitors will highlight the Kingdom's growing presence and potential in the sector.With an expected turnout of 8,000 visitors and more than 150 exhibitors, Saudi WoodShow is poised to be a landmark event in the region's wood and woodworking machinery calendar.
Source:The North Africa Journal
May 02, 2024 00:48 UTC