India, Russia in discussions on thermonuclear research, transit potential of North sea: Rosatom CEO, ET EnergyWorld
"This is the largest nuclear power plant in India. The construction process of the nuclear power plant is in full swing. "Operating on longer fuel cycles increases the economic efficiency of a nuclear plant, since the unit is shut down less frequently for scheduled maintenance. "This is evidenced by the global demand for nuclear power plants of Russian design. Today, Rosatom projects account for 88 per cent of the exported construction of nuclear power in the world," he said.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 17:56 UTC
Geothermal energy to power data centre in Kenya
Kenya is set to develop a data centre powered by some of its vast untapped geothermal resources. Kenya is currently the eighth largest geothermal power user in the world, with it having more geothermal power capacity under construction than any other country. The country has indicated previously that it plans to nearly double overall geothermal power output by 2030. Looking to increase geothermal outputExploration for geothermal resources in Kenya dates back to the 1950s. It gained momentum in the 1960s when two wells were drilled at Olkaria, where the data centre is set to be developed.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 17:04 UTC
'Mamelodi Sundowns have entered the wrong door, no clean sheet for Williams because Young Africans play like big European clubs, Masandawana tired of playing North Africans' - Fans
Masandawana have been warned after they discovered who they will meet in the Caf Champions League quarter-finals. Mamelodi Sundowns were drawn against Young Africans in the quarter-final of the Caf Champions League. The Brazilians are pressing to win this continental crown for the first time since 2016 and they face the Tanzanians who are bidding for a maiden title. GOAL runs through how fans reacted to this particular pairing.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 16:51 UTC
Closing Circles: Iran’s Exclusionary 2024 Elections
Taken together, the population’s growing dissatisfaction and the system’s overt effort to deepen conservative political dominance underscore a widening divide between state and society. This change, most notably, gave the Council the power to disqualify politicians not just before the elections but even after voters had elected them. Anticipating unfair elections, many reformist figures, whose fortunes have dwindled in recent years, did not register at all. Thus, the elections were barely competitive in around half of Iran’s provinces, with the number of candidates less than twice the number of seats. The consolidation of power among the regime’s most conservative elements bodes ill for its ability to address Iran’s accumulating challenges.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 15:39 UTC
Call for nominations: Tamayouz Women in Architecture and Construction Award
Tamayouz Women in Architecture and Construction AwardThe Tamayouz Women in Architecture and Construction Award is an excellence award for women who have contributed to the fields of architecture and construction throughout the Near East and North Africa. Objectives:– Recognise the achievements of young women, celebrate their early success and encourage them to take it further. – Support women from the Near East and North Africa who are working in the fields of architecture, construction and landscape. EligibilityParticipation is open for women who are from the NENA region (see eligible countries below) and are either employed in the NENA region and specialise in architecture and construction or who are employed/living abroad but whose contribution has had a direct impact on the built environment in the NENA region. This medal will be given during the Tamayouz Award Ceremony, with flights and accommodation for those attending the ceremony to be covered by Tamayouz Award.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 14:17 UTC
Conference programme now available for Enlit Africa
Enlit Africa has launched its programme brochure for the 2024 conference and exhibition, which will be held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 21 to 23 May. Enlit Africa invites you to join the conversation on 21-23 May 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. How SAPVIA is strengthening solar PV energy through collaborationPacked Enlit Africa conference programmeAll conference sessions are CPD accredited for the members of the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers. Dominic Wilhelm of the Global Trust Project will deliver the Enlit Africa closing keynote on day three, sharing his insight into building trust. Fill in the form below to get your copy of the programme brochure for Enlit Africa 2024.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 13:57 UTC
Red Sea crisis continues; adverse impact on trade data will be visible in new fiscal: GTRI
It said that the disruption is significantly impacting Indian trade, especially with the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. India, heavily reliant on the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait for crude oil and LNG imports and trade with key regions, faces substantial economic and security risks from any disruption in this area.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 13:55 UTC
Sudan rejects reports of Iran’s bid for Red Sea navy base, as Russian base is on hold – The North Africa Post
Sudan has dismissed all reports of Iran’s intention to establish a naval base on the country’s Red Sea coast, which comes at a time when the creation of the Russian Navy in the country has been postponed indefinitely due to the ongoing fighting. The WSJ also claimed that the Iranian military installation “would have allowed Tehran to monitor maritime traffic to and from the Suez Canal and Israel,” according to a senior Sudanese intelligence official. Sudan’s top diplomat denied these claims, saying that Iran has “never asked Sudan to establish a base there. “Due to the dissolution of parliament, the Sudanese side has not yet been able to complete the necessary internal ratification procedures,” Andrei Chernovol, Russian Ambassador to Sudan, said recently. Plans for the creation of Russian military infrastructure in Port Sudan have now been discussed for more than four years.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 13:13 UTC
BTC Digital acquires North Carolina mining facility By Investing.com
BTCT -4.30% Add to/Remove from WatchlistSHENZHEN, China - BTC Digital Ltd. (NASDAQ: BTCT), a blockchain technology company, has announced the purchase of a mining facility in North Carolina for $3.4 million. In addition to cost savings, BTC Digital plans to offer advanced hosting services for mining rigs, aiming to meet the increasing demand for Bitcoin mining and reinforce its position in the digital currency mining industry. The management of BTC Digital views this acquisition as a key element of the company's strategic development and a proactive measure in response to the evolving trends within the digital currency mining sector. BTC Digital Ltd. is engaged in various blockchain-related businesses in North America, including cryptocurrency mining, mining farm construction, and mining pool and data center operation. The information about this acquisition is based on a press release statement from BTC Digital Ltd.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 12:36 UTC
PRESSR: Smart, sustainable and inclusive digital transformation: Huawei's commitments at MWC 2024, in Barcelona
On the sidelines of the MWC, during the Northern Africa OTF (Operations Transformation Forum) 2024 organized by Huawei on February 25th, the company launched the "Northern Africa Digital Intelligence Transformation Pioneer Club", in partnership with various African operators. Under the theme "Embracing the New Era of Digital Intelligence Transformation", the event brought together over 100 government representatives, operators, industrial organisations and regional analysts in order to share insights and best practices for intelligent digital transformation among telecommunications operators. During this Forum, Eric YUAN, President of Delivery & Service, Huawei Northern Africa, unveiled the launch of the xCare Digital Operation solution for the Northern Africa region, which will support regional operators in their digital transformation efforts. This was emphasised during a roundtable attended by Jeremy Lin, Executive Vice President of Huawei Northern Africa, as well as Adnane Ben Halima. Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organisation for a fully connected, intelligent world.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 10:57 UTC
Tunisians struggle with inflation as Ramadan starts – The North Africa Post
Once a month of joy and celebration, Ramadan this year has put the finances of ordinary Tunisians on strain as inflation bites, coupled with a shortage of basic goods and rampant unemployment. Tunisia’s February inflation was at 7.5% with prices set to further surge due to the high demand on foodstuff, particularly during the fasting month of Ramadan, according to the Tunisian national consumption institution (INC). As the government struggles to fill shelves, Tunisians, like their Algerian neighbors, are becoming used to queues and rationing of basic goods such as milk, flour, and sometimes coffee and fuel. The government is scapegoating hoarders for the foodstuff shortage in the domestic market. Economists are rather blaming the government’s failure to secure a deal with the IMF that would enable Tunisia to have a lifeline to continue to ensure availability of basic goods for ordinary citizens.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 10:33 UTC
Niger to start exporting oil to Benin in April – The North Africa Post
Niger is expected to increase its oil production five-fold thanks to a pipeline linking the country to Benin, which will start operating in April. Niger military ruler had announced that the initial shipment would take place in January this year but sources told S&P Global Commodity Insights that first oil deliveries will only take place in April. The lifting of sanctions by the ECOWAS on Niger enabled China National Petroleum Corporation to complete construction of the 2,000 km pipeline and crude was flowing through the conduit last week. The removal of sanctions ended restrictions such as the no-fly zone, border closures, and financial constraints on state assets, including Niger’s state-owned Sonidep. The pipeline would help Niger increase production from 20,000 barrels daily to 100,000 barrels, offering the landlocked country an export route.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 10:17 UTC
Nigeria’s Maliyo Games becomes 1st African developer to collaborate with Disney
Nigeria’s Maliyo Games, a leading African game developer, has partnered Disney Games to release a mobile game inspired by the new animated series Iwájú, now premiering on Disney+. Maliyo Games is a Lagos-based game development studio that creates African-inspired games for mobile users with over 40 games in its portfolio. “This collaboration resonates with Maliyo Games’ core mission: to unleash African talent and create high-quality games for a global audience. The Disney Iwájú: Rising Chef project exemplifies our team’s capacity to deliver exceptional mobile games. I am immensely proud of the dedicated team at Maliyo Games, who embraced this challenge with passion, poise, and creativity,” said Maliyo Games founder and CEO Hugo Obi.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 10:14 UTC
Turkish Tosçelik plans to increase its share in the green steel market
The company intends to continue investing in the decarbonization of capacitiesTurkish steelmaker Tosçelik, a subsidiary of Tosyali Holding, plans to expand its presence in the global clean steel market. In 2023, steel exports from the country decreased by 30.6% y/y to 10.5 million tons. In 2022, steel exports from Türkiye decreased by 23.5% y/y to 15.1 million tons. Analysts expect an improvement in the Turkish steel market this year, driven by global growth in steel demand, lower interest rates globally, etc. In its report for October 2023, the Worldsteel Association forecasts a 5% increase in steel consumption in Türkiye in 2024 – to 40.6 million tons.
Source:The North Africa Journal
March 12, 2024 09:12 UTC