Canon (https://en.Canon-CNA.com/) is taking its Miraisha Programme, in collaboration with The NRB Bus, to Kilifi County, to empower and skill up the youth through comprehensive training in photography and videography. This enduring partnership, established in 2018, is designed to support the creation of skilled jobs in the digital media industries in Kenya and wider East African region. “This partnership with the NRB Bus aligns perfectly with our mission to empower the next generation of digital media professionals in Kenya and beyond. Canon is excited to embark on this collaborative journey with The NRB Bus, empowering the next generation of digital media professionals in Kenya. This partnership signifies a remarkable step in their shared commitment to nurturing creativity, innovation, and skills development within the digital media landscape.

A350 To Spearhead Egyptair Fleet ExpansionThe North African carrier has ordered 10 of the A350-900 widebodies

Crypto exchange Crypto.com’s Dubai entity was granted a Virtual Assets Service Provider (VASP) license by the city’s regulator, pending operational approval. https://t.co/vCNztATkNg is proud to announce that we have been granted a Virtual Asset Service Provider Licence from Dubai's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, building on our position in the #UAE market. It received a provisional license from VARA in June 2022, followed by a minimal viable product (MVP) preparatory license in March this year. Related: Standard Chartered’s venture arm to set up crypto fund in UAEWith United States regulators taking action against crypto firms, Dubai has become a sought-after destination for crypto businesses seeking legal clarity — with many firms eyeing the crypto-friendly jurisdiction as an emerging digital assets hub in the Middle East. Binance Dubai General Manager Alex Chehad said that unlike the U.S., Dubai and the United Arab Emirates have provided a clear regulatory framework for crypto firms to follow, which made it easier for large companies like Binance to establish permanent headquarters in the region.

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The inaugural ‘ESG MENA Bank Tracker’ report by EY found that nearly three-quarters of the MENA banks currently have well-developed ESG strategies in place. “This showcases the growing recognition of the significance of ESG factors in the region’s banking sector and underscoring the commitment of MENA banks to sustainability and responsible financial practices,” said Charlie Alexander, who leads EY’s Financial Services practice in the MENA region. The report also highlights that less than 20% of the banks have developed climate risk policies, and only a fifth have created robust ESG frameworks backed up by key performance indicators. “It’s inspiring to see many banks in the region expanding their offerings of sustainable finance products, particularly in key markets,” said Jessica Robinson, MENA Sustainable Finance Leader at EY. “Nevertheless, given the MENA region’s heightened vulnerability to the effects of climate change, it is imperative that banks act swiftly to incorporate climate risk assessments into their comprehensive risk management frameworks.

DAKAR, Nov 13 (Reuters) - At least 70 civilians have been killed, mainly elderly people and children, in an attack on a village in northern Burkina Faso earlier this month, a prosecutor said in a statement on Monday. Unidentified assailants attacked the village of Zaongo in Burkina Faso's northern Centre-North region on Nov. 5, killing residents and setting property on fire. A judicial team sent to investigate on Nov. 11 found that at least 70 people had died. Most of the victims were children and elderly, a state prosecutor said in a statement. Burkina Faso is one of several West African countries battling a bloody jihadist insurgency that took root in neighbouring Mali in 2012.

First Saudi Arabia had to cancel its summit with the African Union, followed by a similar decision from the EU. The EU had previously let the Polisario attend its meetings due to the institutional character of its ties with the African Union. The African Union sapped its potential as a result of Polisario’s membership in its ranks. Even Russia, Algeria’s arm provider, refused to invite the Polisario to its African summit last July. So far 37 African states, demand back Morocco’s autonomy plan for the Sahara territory where 40% of African states have already opened consulates.

In 2024, Nigeria is expected to see about 26.5 million people grappling with high levels of food insecurity, as disclosed by the Government of Nigeria and its partners during the unveiling of the October 2023 Cadre Harmonisé analysis on food insecurity. Persistent violence in the north-eastern states of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe (BAY) hinders food availability and access. Of the 18.6 million people who experience food insecurity today, 3.3 million live in the northeastern states of the BAY region. This number might rise to 26.5 million nationwide by the height of the 2024 lean season ( and to 4.4 million in the BAY states) if immediate action is not taken. Trend analysis for the northeastern states indicates consistently high or rising food insecurity levels since 2018.

CIPD’s annual survey finds that workforce planning and building skills and capacity are vital focus areas for businesses in the MENA region. Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion is a key workforce priority for businesses in Saudi Arabia, specifically. CIPD finds that 80% of respondents in the Middle East and North Africa upskilled in the last 12 months, compared to 69% of global respondents. Nearly a fifth of respondents in Egypt cite building specialist HR expertise as a critical improvement area, compared to 26% of professionals in KSA and 22% in UAE. The survey finds that 42% of people professionals believe their role is changing significantly due to technology, suggesting that job roles are evolving alongside the impact of digital transformation.

The Mohammed VI Investment Fund is a pivotal mechanism that represents Morocco’s steadfast resolve to strengthen its socio-economic foundations, AfDB President, Akinwumi Adesina, was quoted in a joint statement as saying. For his part, Director General of the Mohammed VI Fund for Investment, Mohamed Benchaâboun welcomed this new partnership with such a strong and credible institution in Africa. This partnership translates the Fund’s commitment to Africa as it will help boost private investment in the continent, Benchaâboun said. The Mohammed VI Investment Fund has launched three major initiatives to catalyze productive investment in Morocco. Mohammed VI Investment Fund is one of the key pillars of the recovery plan announced by King Mohammed VI in July 2020.

Defending champions of the CAF Women’s Champions League managed to retain their chances of defending their title after a 2-0 victory over Mali’s AS Mande saw them finish Group B equal on six points with Ampem to secure a place in the semi-finals. The results means there will be a north vs south clash in the semi-finals when the defending champions meet last season’s silver-medallists, Mamelodi Sundowns in the semi-finals on Wednesday evening. With their backs against the wall following a nervy start to the competition, the defending champions seems to have finally found the rhythm to set up what promises to be an exciting clash against the South Africans. It is clear, it is the state of mind and the determination which made the difference. Moustapha Traoré, coach of AS Mandé"We have to admit that today we played badly.

Savills said on Monday that it has appointed David Lipson as the new chief executive of its North America business with effect from 1 January 2024. Lipson replaces Mitch Rudin, who has been CEO since July 2020 and will become chairman of Savills North America on his appointment. Lipson has been with Savills North America - and its predecessor firm Studley Inc - since 1987, and until his appointment as president of Savills North America in January 2021 headed its Washington office. Savills said he will be responsible for leading the next stage of the business’s growth. Chief executive Mark Ridley said: "His experience will be instrumental in leading a strong management team to deliver our growth aspirations for the business over the coming years."

Fighting resumed Sunday (12 November) between Mali’s armed forces and Tuareg separatist rebel groups in the country’s northern region, after the soldiers reportedly closed in on the strategic town of Kidal. Malian army’s clashes with with Tuareg separatist and rebel groups could signal the start of fighting for the strategically important northern crossroads. The Kidal desert area is a key site on the road to Algeria and a historic hotbed of insurrection. Military, political and rebel sources all reported the clashes, but details could not be confirmed independently in the remote region. But residents in the area have been braced for a confrontation since the Tuareg rebellion took up arms again in August.

Royal Air Maroc has confirmed a repeat order for two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. The North African airline, currently operating nine Dreamliners, underscores the efficiency and flexibility of the 787 family in its strategy to modernize and grow its widebody fleet. According to Abdelhamid Addou, Chairman and CEO of Royal Air Maroc, “The two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners will enable Royal Air Maroc to expand in the short-term its long-haul network in response to the highly favorable market conditions in 2023.”This order comes at a pivotal moment for the airline, as it actively pursues a significant tender with aspirations to quadruple its fleet before 2037. The US manufacturer revealed during the Dubai Airshow 2023 that the state-owned carrier’s commitment was previously attributed to an unidentified customer and includes a mix of 787-8s and 787-9s, showcasing Royal Air Maroc’s commitment to diversifying its widebody airplane count. Royal Air Maroc, a member of the oneworld Alliance, serves 82 destinations in 41 territories globally, with a focus on major capitals in Europe, Africa, North America, and the Middle East.

With an urban area of some 3,357sq km (1,296sq miles), the City of Gold is about nine times larger than Gaza. Its urban city sprawls an area of 641sq km (247sq miles), making it about twice the size of Gaza. The technologically advanced city spans 605sq km (233sq miles) in area, making it almost twice the size of Gaza. Its city limits cover an area of 2,194sq km (847sq miles), making it about six times the size of Gaza. The length of Gaza is equivalent to the distance between the centre of Tokyo to Yokohama, while its width is the distance from Bunkyo City to Sumida City.