Dieter Franke, Regional General Manager of IHG Egypt & North Africa, has recently announced the appointment of Ahmed Kamel as the new Hotel Manager of InterContinental Cairo Citystars, effective 1st October 2024. Known for his luxury global culture mindset and commitment to quality and continuous improvement, Kamel has a rich background in operational excellence. Kamel holds a bachelor's degree and an MBA in hotel management as well as international relations and diplomacy. “I am excited to join InterContinental Cairo Citystars,” said Mr. Kamel. InterContinental Cairo Citystars remains committed to excellence in service, and Mr. Kamel’s leadership is expected to play a pivotal role in achieving this vision.

Morocco are well on course to qualifying for the knockout stages of the CAF Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Egypt 2024 after securing their second win of Group A on Monday, 21 October in Hurghada. The North African nation, who are chasing a first ever finalist position and title, with their best finish being bronze in 2021 and 2022 easily brushed aside Ghana 5-2 to secure their second victory of the group. With the consecutive victory, Morocco reclaim the top spot ahead of their final group match on Tuesday against tournament hosts, Egypt who are spurred by the home crowd in Hurghada. Egypt are in action against a wounded, yet determined Tanzania who will be looking at securing their first win of the tournament. All CAF Beach Soccer AFCON Egypt 2024 fixtures are Live on CAF’s Official YouTube channel, CAF TV with exclusive content available on digital platforms using #BSAFCON2024

Municipal debt, electricity distribution industry reform, wheeling and costing of electricity tariffs at municipalities dominated the opening of the Association of Municipal Electricity Users Convention in Mbombela Municipality today (Monday 21 October). He pointed out that the municipalities under debt relief though seem to be in an even worse position that before. We definitely cannot continue on this trajectoryNersa awaits with keen interest to hear what the requirements will be for municipalities to participate in the electricity market that will be governed by the Market Operator. “The current business model, based on municipalities buying electricity in bulk is unsustainable.”“Other business opportunities for municipalities are needed in order to enhance revenues as well as ensure the sustainability of the municipalities. “When Eskom provides electricity to municipalities it is a sort of debt and then municipalities have to pay back [for the electricity].

The Champions League continues for FC Barcelona this week with a mouth-watering game at home to German giants Bayern Munich. It kicks off at 9pm CEST on Tuesday, and this page will help you work out what time that is where you are in the world. This page also lists the broadcasters that hold the rights to UCL games in different countries and regions. Please bear in mind that FC Barcelona has no direct control over television distribution rights, and you should check your local news and TV listings to confirm that they are televising this particular game. Do you want to see FC Barcelona vs FC Bayern München for the Champions?

BW LNG secures e-procurement deal with Procureship for global LNG fleetThe deal will enable BW LNG to leverage Procureship’s e-procurement platform, which extensively utilizes automation and Machine Learning, to bolster is purchasing capabilities. This will allow the Norwegian shipowner to…

The Tutsi-led M23 has been waging an insurgency in the central African country’s violence-torn east since 2022. Congo and the United Nations accuse neighbouring Rwanda of backing the group with its own troops and weapons. Rwanda denies this but says it has taken so-called defensive measures. Rebels had been stationed 10km from Kalembe for nearly eight months before they seized control of the town on Sunday morning from the Congolese armed forces and the Wazalendo alliance of armed groups loyal to the government, Kabaki Alimasi, an official from Walikale territory where Kalembe is located, told Reuters.

Dubai topped the Middle East and North Africa region in the 2024 Global Cities Index compiled by Kearney. It ranked 24th among 156 global cities. Chris Whiteoak / The National

We need an integrated approach… if you don’t have a balance sheet, you will not be able to participate in the future energy market.”De Beer called for a collective approach between the municipalities and Eskom as there is room for collaboration. Referencing several Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) like thermal power generation and PV plus storage at Joburg’s City Power utility, Vermeulen said these are needed to participate in the coming market. He said in the future electricity market, which will move away from a “linear grid“, multiple suppliers will enter via wheeling or DERs. “There is no silver bullet… collaboration is required,” Naidoo told the AMEU Convention. Panelists at AMEU Convention call for tariff reformsKadri Nassiep, Executive Director of Energy at the City of Cape Town said it was important to leverage public-private partnerships (PPPs).

Both a protean, multicultural region, but also a space of transitions and mobility, North Africa faces major challenges: accelerated urbanization (two-thirds of the population in North Africa lives in cities), socio-economic and societal imbalances. In this region, which concentrates 10% of the global actions of the AFD, and where France dedicates 25% of its Official Development Assistance (ODA) to Africa, the AFD Group works to strengthen the resilience of territories, support transitions, and consolidate the social contract. As a natural interface between Europe and Africa, North Africa is facing structural transformations and climate, social, and territorial challenges that it shares with the northern shore of the Mediterranean. By supporting public policies, local authorities, the entrepreneurial network, and civil society organizations to rebalance these situational asymmetries, the coordinated action of the AFD Group in the region has strengthened its offer to support the countries of the region towards development trajectories and transitions for new environmental and societal balances.

By Angelo Amante Italy set to adopt decree to overrule court objections on Albanian migrant campsROME, - Italy's government was set to adopt on Monday a decree aimed at overruling court objections to its flagship plan to set up migrant detention camps in Albania to deter sea arrivals from North Africa. The court based its verdict on a recent ruling by the European Court of Justice on a case involving the Czech Republic, which said a country outside the EU cannot be declared safe unless its entire territory is deemed free of danger. "The conflict with the European law - which is superior to the national legislation - remains ... unless Italy wants to say European sources are not binding on this matter," he told Reuters. By Angelo Amante ROME, - Italy's government was set to adopt on Monday a decree aimed at overruling court objections to its flagship plan to set up migrant detention camps in Albania to deter sea arrivals from North Africa. "The conflict with the European law - which is superior to the national legislation - remains ... unless Italy wants to say European sources are not binding on this matter," he told Reuters.

The second annual Africa Financial Inclusion Summit and Expo will be hosted in Johannesburg, South Africa on October 30-31. The Africa Financial Inclusion Summit and Expo returns after a successful inaugural summit in Cape Town earlier this year, and aims to drive and accelerate financial inclusion across the continent. It will explore the critical role of key financial services providers and stakeholders, fintechs, central banks and regulators, stock exchanges and capital markets in deepening financial inclusion in Africa. Registration is open here.

DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The "Global Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market (Alkaline, PEM & Solid Oxide): Insights & Forecast (2024-2028)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global hydrogen electrolyzer market holds a lucrative future due to the rising demand for clean and green hydrogen. Scope of the reportThe report provides a comprehensive analysis of the global hydrogen electrolyzer market. Global Market3.1 Global Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market by Value3.2 Global Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market Forecast by Value3.3 Global Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market Value by Product Type3.3.1 Global Alkaline Electrolyzer Market by Value3.3.2 Global Alkaline Electrolyzer Market Forecast by Value3.3.3 Global Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Electrolyzer Market by Value3.3.4 Global Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Electrolyzer Market Forecast by Value3.3.5 Global Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Market by Value3.3.6 Global Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Market Forecast by Value3.4 Global Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market by Regions4. Regional Market4.1 North America4.1.1 North America Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market by Value4.1.2 North America Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market Forecast by Value4.2 Europe4.2.1 Europe Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market by Value4.2.2 Europe Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market Forecast by Value4.3 Asia Pacific4.3.1 Asia Pacific Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market by Value4.3.2 Asia Pacific Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market Forecast by Value4.4 South America4.4.1 South America Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market by Value4.4.2 South America Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market Forecast by Value4.5 Middle East & Africa4.5.1 Middle East & Africa Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market by Value4.5.2 Middle East & Africa Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market Forecast by Value5.

Unidentified people abducted, beat and seriously injured a senior Tanzanian opposition party official before dumping her in a forest, her party said on Sunday, a month after a similar abduction and murder of another of its party leaders. Chadema, the leading opposition party, said its women's wing publicity secretary, Aisha Machano, was abducted in Kibiti town in the eastern part of the country while she was on official duties. Machano is the second senior opposition official to be abducted and tortured within two months. Kibao's body was later found on the outskirts of Dar es Salaam with signs he had been beaten and acid had been poured on his face, his party said then. In September, Chadema organised demonstrations against Kibao's death and other reported abductions and disappearances of individuals and opposition party officials in Dar es Salaam, which police thwarted.

Jet2 plc, the owner of the low cost airline Jet2.com and Jet2holidays, has been named 'AIM Growth Business of the Year' among companies whose shares are listed on London's Alternative Investment Market (AIM). At the awards on 13-Oct-2024 the group was cited for achieving record passenger numbers, revenue and profit. The Jet2 brand has also been a consistent winner of awards for its customer service. Management of Jet2.com, the UK's number four airline, is integrated with Jet2holidays, the UK's number one package holiday provider. This report considers Jet2.com's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.

The 2024 Global Conference on the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Advancing the Implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) will open Tuesday in Rabat to discuss the challenges and opportunities offered by AI in chemical disarmament and non-proliferation. The three-day event is organized by Morocco and the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) with the support of OPCW Member States including China, France, Germany, Republic of Korea, Qatar, and the United Kingdom. Participants will discuss the impact of AI on the chemical industry, including risk, safety and security management, chemical supply chain resilience, and cybersecurity management in chemical plants. They will also review the role of AI in preventing and detecting chemical terrorism and the role of counterterrorism efforts in advancing the CWC’s implementation. In Washington, the State Department announced the participation of Assistant Secretary for Arms Control, Deterrence & Stability Mallory Stewart in the Rabat conference.