(2024-11-21). China-Indonesia shared growth vision hailed. ecns.cn China is a key partner in Indonesia's economic and trade landscape, says Arsjad Rasjid, chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, highlighting the deep-rooted and complementary nature of bilateral relations and the tangible benefits they bring to both nations.
(2024-11-21). "Pay Up!": At COP29, Poor Countries Demand $1 Trillion a Year in Climate Finance. democracynow.org 
As the U.N. climate summit nears its close, we examine a proposed climate finance deal that is already being contested by participants. Among the major issues is the absence of a firm number in the draft text on how much rich countries will pay. Poorer nations bearing the brunt of the climate crisis say at least $1.3 trillion a year is needed, a target that comprises just 1% of the global economy. "We're here to negotiate a global settlement on climate finance, which is all about getting the funds that the poor world needs in order to cut greenhouse gas emissions, shift to a low-carbon economy and ada…
(2024-11-21). BRICS+: Towards a New International Order. infobrics.org Are we heading for an alternative international order? What are the strategic advantages of the BRICS+? Can they embody the voice of the global South? Interview with Jean-Joseph Boillot, Associate Research Fellow at IRIS, specialised in the Indian economy and the emerging world…
(2024-11-21). 'Do you sell cars?': Jaguar's rebrand prompts mockery, confusion online. aljazeera.com British luxury automaker's advertising campaign features models of varying ages, genders and races – but no cars.
(2024-11-21). Musk, Ramaswamy outline plans for 'drastic' cuts as gov't efficiency tsars. aljazeera.com Trump allies say they will 'liberate individuals and businesses from illicit regulations never passed by Congress'.
(2024-11-21). Combatting Insurance Fraud: Creating a Trustworthy Insurance Landscape. devdiscourse.com As the world marks International Fraud Awareness Week 2024, the spotlight turns to the persistent issue of insurance fraud and the collective efforts needed to tackle it. The general insurance sector plays a pivotal role in the economy, offering financial security across industries including automotive, healthcare, and agriculture.
(2024-11-21). US-backed Venezuelan Opposition Never Tried To Win The Presidency. popularresistance.org "On the campaign trail, she [María Corina Machado] was received almost as a religious figure, often wearing white, promising to restore democracy and reunite families torn apart by an economic crisis and mass migration. 'María!' her followers shouted, before falling into her arms," the New York Times reverently reported. | Indeed, Machado's personally chosen surrogate to contend in last July's Venezuelan presidential election, Edmundo González, did fall into her arms. But that was because her infirm disciple had trouble, both literally and figuratively, standing on his own two feet.
(2024-11-21). Aleida Guevara on the US Elections: 'The Same Dog with a Different Collar'. orinocotribune.com Cuban Doctor, Aleida Guevara's, interview with Brazil de Fato in the context of the G20. | Following in the footsteps of her father, the Cuban Revolution guerrilla Ernesto Che Guevara, Aleida studied medicine in Cuba, specializing in pediatrics. But above all, she is a communist revolutionary, as she likes to describe herself. Present at the G20 Social Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Aleida Guevara, 63, gave an exclusive interview to Brasil de Fato, in which she talked about the economic blockade against Cuba, its effects, the change of government in the United States, and Brazil's position on the elections in Venezuel…
(2024-11-21). Economic ties between Iran and Venezuela discussed. plenglish.com Tehran, Nov 21 (Prensa Latina) Representatives from Iran and Venezuela are working together to promote economic and commercial cooperation, technology transfers and joint investments, it was reported today in this capital.
(2024-11-21). US-backed Venezuelan Opposition Never Tried to Win the Presidency. dissidentvoice.org "On the campaign trail, she [María Corina Machado] was received almost as a religious figure, often wearing white, promising to restore democracy and reunite families torn apart by an economic crisis and mass migration. 'María!' her followers shouted, before falling into her arms," the New York Times reverently reported. Indeed, Machado's personally chosen surrogate to …
(2024-11-21). Will the dollar system come to an end? uwidata.com 
By Hakan Topkurulu Today, the foundation of the world economic system is the Atlantic system headed by the USA. The other countries at the top of this system are Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, and other western European countries led by Germany and France, as well as the United Kingdom and Japan, Canada and Australia …
(2024-11-21). UAE and Egypt sign several MoUs to advance energy security and economic growth. tvbrics.com 
The agreements focus on renewable energy, industrial integration, and advanced infrastructure development…
(2024-11-21). Iranian archaeologists unearth prehistoric relics to shed new light on prehistoric settlements. tvbrics.com 
These finds offer compelling insights into the daily lives, economic activities, and societal structures of prehistoric communities…
(2024-11-21). ECB: Europe is Heading for Another Sovereign Debt Crisis. thesiriusreport.com 
We discuss the annual Financial Stability Report produced by the ECB, which suggests another sovereign debt crisis is on the horizon in Europe and how, in an ironic move, Europe is now demanding technology transfer from China.
(2024-11-21). The Precarious Precariat and the Garrison State. counterpunch.org 
If the Garrison State isn't already here, it's sure to be here very soon. Wait and watch and observe the arrival of a suped-up American political and economic system buttressed anew by the military. True, all eyes, or at least a great many of them across the US and around the world, have been focused on Washington D.C., the White House and Trump's controversial appointees to cabinet positions.
(2024-11-21). Free Trade's Legacy of Grief for Families of the Disappeared in Mexico. counterpunch.org 
In Mexico today, thousands of families are searching for loved ones who have disappeared amid the violence associated with "the war on drugs." Although disappearances in Mexico trace back to the Cold War and the repression of guerrilla movements in the 1960s and 1970s, they have expanded in scale and taken on new dimensions in the neoliberal era. Trade agreements like NAFTA, intended promote economic growth, have inadvertently fueled drug-trafficking across the U.S.-Mexico border, contributing to a crisis of violence that disproportionately impacts marginalized communities—those already vulnerable due to po…
(2024-11-21). President Ramaphosa to officiate National Presidential MSME and Cooperative Awards. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa to officiate National Presidential MSME and Cooperative Awards | The importance of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and cooperatives' development in advancing South Africa's broader economic goals will come in to focus at the National Presidential MSME and Cooperatives Awards on Friday. | President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to address the awards ceremony at Gallagher Convention Centre, in Midrand. | This premier event, hosted by the Department of Small Business Development, is dedicated to recognising outstanding Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and cooperatives. | Th…
(2024-11-21). Will the dollar system come to an end? unitedworldint.com 
On functions, history, weakness, and reasons of the decline of the currency. By Hakan Topkurulu Today, the foundation of the world economic system is the Atlantic system headed by the USA. The other countries at the top of this system are Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, and other western European countries led by Germany and …
(2024-11-21). Corporate entities should seek beyond profits, do more in communities. independent.co.ug 
OPINION | George Mubiru | In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, companies have the opportunity and responsibility to impact more than just the bottom line. Corporations now play an integral role in shaping a nation's socioeconomic health, transcending profit margins to foster resilience and well-being in the communities around them. As we adapt to an ever-changing …
(2024-11-21). Stock Market Tensions: Nvidia's Forecast and Global Geopolitics Shake Markets. devdiscourse.com On Thursday, U.S. stock index futures remained subdued as Nvidia's revenue forecast failed to match investor expectations. This dip in confidence comes on the heels of growing tensions between Russia and Ukraine.
(2024-11-21). Musk and Ramaswamy's Plan "Could Have a Devastating Impact on Americans" truthout.org The two right-wing billionaires President-elect Donald Trump has tasked with spearheading a new "government efficiency" commission outlined their vision Wednesday for the mass firing of federal employees, large-scale deregulation, and major spending cuts that could impact antipoverty programs, drug research and development, and more. For the first time since Trump announced plans to create… |
(2024-11-21). Tributes pour in for former Labour deputy prime minister John Prescott who has died aged 86. leftfootforward.org "John was not only a Labour legend but an inspiration to me and a dear friend. He will be greatly missed by so many."
(2024-11-21). Watchdog rejects Tory claims accusing Labour of cronyism. leftfootforward.org The Civil Service Commission has cleared the Labour government over allegations of wrongdoing and cronyism made by the Tories. | The Commission launched an investigation in August after the Tories claimed that appointments to the new Labour government were evidence of a "culture of cronyism", and were made without going through proper procedure. | A focal point of the review was around "exception" appointments, whereby the normal civil service recruitment rules are bypassed. Exception appointments can be made in certain circumstances, for example if it is a temporary appointment, if the job requires "highly sp…
(2024-11-21). NDN Collective Completes Landback Deal In Alaska. popularresistance.org Cordova, AK —Last week, NDN Collective through our community development arm, NDN Holdings, finalized a LANDBACK deal with the Eyak Community Land Trust in Alaska and transferred title to two acres of land back to the Eyak people. | In October 2021, NDN Collective was made aware of an opportunity to purchase land along Eyak Lake on the southern coast of the state. NDN Holdings purchased the land and began working with the Eyak community to transfer ownership. | As of this week, the two acre property will now be wholly owned by Eyak Community Land Trust, which was established in collaboration with Native Con…
(2024-11-21). Dubai Industrial City Turns 20. ummid.com Dubai Industrial City Thursday November 21, 2024 celebrated its 20th anniversary as the Middle East's leading manufacturing and logistics hub demonstrating the collaborative power of the public and private sectors.
(2024-11-21). Oregon's defeated GOP Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer running as Trump's Labor Secretary. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—An Oregon Republican lawmaker opposed by organized labor, Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer, who narrowly lost her U.S. House seat on Election Day is apparently in the running to become Republican President-elect Donald Trump's Secretary of Labor—with the backing of Teamsters President Sean O'Brien. Politico reported Chavez-DeRemer, the daughter of a Teamster, won O'Brien's support, though the …
(2024-11-21). BRICS Climate Collaboration at UN Climate Conference in Baku. infobrics.org The Russian Business Day at COP29 served as a platform for showcasing BRICS climate efforts, emphasizing cooperation among BRICS countries and highlighting best practices in decarbonization…
(2024-11-21). (VIDEO) Mpox strain detected in new regions: A Mayo Clinic expert explains. newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org A colorized transmission electron microscopic image of mpox virus particles (red), found within an infected cell (blue), that had been cultured in the laboratory. The image was captured and color-enhanced at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), Integrated Research Facility (IRF), located in Fort Detrick, Maryland. Mpox, a disease caused by the monkeypox virus, is a global health concern, with outbreaks in Western and Central African countries spreading into other regions. Recently,…
(2024-11-21). Activist Points Out Rich Countries' Hypocrisy at COP29 as Negotiations Stall. truthout.org We continue our look at COP29's ongoing negotiations for an international climate finance agreement, which is still under contention as of Thursday morning due in large part to wealthy countries' refusal to commit to a proposed monetary target on the financing of developing nations' transition from fossil fuels. Countries that have already industrialized off the backs of fossil fuel exploitation… |
(2024-11-21). Thank You for Emitting: The Hypocrisies of COP29. counterpunch.org 
COP29 was always going to be memorable, for no other reason than the hosting country, Azerbaijan, is a petrostate indifferent to the issue of emissions and scornful of ecological preachers. It has seen its natural gas supply grow by 128% between 2000 and 2021. Between 2006 and 2021, gas exports rose by a monumental 29,290%. A dizzying 95% of the country's exports are made up of oil and gas, with much of its wealth failing to trickle down to the rest of the populace.
(2024-11-21). "They're Expanding Fossil Fuels": Indian Activist Harjeet Singh on Rich Countries' Hypocrisy at COP29. democracynow.org 
We continue our look at COP29's ongoing negotiations for an international climate finance agreement, which is still under contention as of Thursday morning due in large part to wealthy countries' refusal to commit to a proposed monetary target on the financing of developing nations' transition from fossil fuels. Countries that have already industrialized off the backs of fossil fuel exploitation have a "responsibility" to offset these "injustices," according to Indian climate activist Harjeet Singh. "Developed countries are trying to pose themselves as climate leade…
(2024-11-21). Man in northern Israel killed in latest barrage; IDF: 10 rockets fired from Lebanon. haaretz.com ISRAEL – LEBANON: Man in northern Israel killed in barrage of rockets from Lebanon; Hezbollah chief says the group has passed on its cease-fire demands and is awaiting an Israeli response ‚ñ GAZA: U.S. vetoes UN Security Council resolution on a cease-fire; Israeli strikes kill at least 33 Palestinians across Gaza on Wednesday; food prices spike after the looting of aid trucks ‚ñ SYRIA: State media says Israeli attack on Palmyra kills 36 people and wounds 50…
(2024-11-21). Israeli army releases name of soldier killed in southern Lebanon alongside elderly civilian. haaretz.com ISRAEL – LEBANON: Over two dozen missiles were fired at northern Israel in a single barrage; Hezbollah chief says the group has passed on its cease-fire demands and is awaiting an Israeli response ‚ñ GAZA: U.S. vetoes UN Security Council resolution on a cease-fire; Israeli strikes kill at least 33 Palestinians across Gaza on Wednesday; food prices spike after the looting of aid trucks ‚ñ SYRIA: State media says Israeli attack on Palmyra kills 36 people and wounds 50…
(2024-11-21). Cybercrime network neutralized in Türkiye. plenglish.com/feed/ Anadolu informed that those arrested were using illicitly obtained personal data for organizational activities. | The criminal network, which was deciphered during the operation, carried out illegal data trafficking through foreign platforms and used advanced methods and techniques to conceal these activities. | The investigation revealed that the suspects used significant information obtained through their cooperation with international criminal networks both for financial gain and use it against Türkiye. | Recent investigations have shown that young people are increasingly turning to cybercrime in the las…
(2024-11-21). Central Bank of Chile warns about geopolitical tension. plenglish.com Santiago, Chile, Nov 21 (Prensa Latina) The Central Bank of Chile on Wednesday published its Financial Stability Report for the second half of 2024, in which it warns that the main source of risks for the country is geopolitical tensions abroad.
(2024-11-21). Kerala's Plea: A Call for Urgent Aid Amid Political Strife. devdiscourse.com In a scathing address, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan lambasted the Central government for its failure to provide financial assistance to Wayanad's landslide-hit regions. Speaking at a pre-parliamentary meeting in Kerala, Vijayan urged MPs to vocally address the issue in Parliament, highlighting the state's persistent efforts to secure aid.
(2024-11-21). Vision Group losses double to shs11billion as revenues fall. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The New Vision Group has finally released its financial performance reports, showing a further plunge into losses for the year ended June 2024. The results were due to be released two weeks ago, but Company Secretary Gervase Ndyanabo told shareholders and the general public that this would be delayed for …
(2024-11-21). Israel carries out field executions, massacres in north Gaza. electronicintifada.net Israeli airstrikes, new waves of displacement in Lebanon.
(2024-11-21). COP29: Rich countries slammed for spending more on war than climate change. peoplesworld.org 
Rich countries received strong criticism at the COP29 conference in Azerbaijan today for wanting to spend more on wars and weapons than on preventing climate change. "Global military spending stands at $2.5 trillion ( £1.9trn) annually," Panamian climate envoy Juan Carlos Monterrey Gómez told delegates at the faltering annual talks sponsored by the United Nations. "For …
(2024-11-21). UK's Starmer to visit Saudi Arabia, UAE for investment boost. newarab.com 
British Prime Minister Another source briefed on Starmer's UAE travel plans confirmed the
(2024-11-21). Exploring Long-term Debt Schemes: Understanding Macaulay Duration. devdiscourse.com In the world of finance, understanding investment timelines and risks is paramount. One such tool is the Macaulay duration, particularly used in debt schemes. A recent focus has been on an open-ended debt scheme, with investments tuned to instruments that extend beyond a 7-year Macaulay duration.
(2024-11-21). House Passes Chilling "Nonprofit Killer" Bill With 15 Democrats Voting "Yes" truthout.org The House easily passed a bill that would give Donald Trump and future presidents a bludgeon to target and silence dissenting nonprofits on Thursday, in what opponents warned is a step toward allowing the executive branch to wield unchecked, authoritarian power. H.R. 9495, nicknamed the "nonprofit killer" by critics, passed 219 to 184 with 15 Democrats voting "yes." The legislation… |
(2024-11-21). House passes dangerous bill that targets nonprofits, pro-Palestine groups. mondoweiss.net 
(2024-11-21). The House Just Blessed Trump's Authoritarian Playbook by Passing Nonprofit-Killer Bill. theintercept.com 
A bill that would give President-elect Donald Trump broad powers to target his political foes has passed a major hurdle toward becoming law. | The House of Representatives on Thursday passed the Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act in a The bill, also known as H.R. 9495, would empower the Treasury secretary to unilaterally designate any nonprofit as a "terrorist supporting organization" and revoke its tax-exempt status, effectively k…
(2024-11-21). President Ramaphosa refers RICA Amendment Bill to National Assembly. sanews.gov.za President Ramaphosa refers RICA Amendment Bill to National Assembly | President Cyril Ramaphosa has requested the National Assembly to consider afresh the Regulation of Interception of Communications and Provision of Communication-Related Information Amendment (RICA) Bill. | In a statement on Thursday, The Presidency said that this is out of concern by the President that the draft law may be vulnerable to constitutional challenges., , The President has conveyed his concern in writing to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Thoko Didiza, and has brought this referral to the attention of the relevant Ministers.,…
(2024-11-21). UTB cracks down on non-compliant hotels. independent.co.ug 
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) has launched a nationwide operation to enforce compliance with the Tourism Accommodation Facility Regulations. Supported by the Uganda Police Force, the UTB enforcement team is conducting inspections across various accommodation facilities to ensure they meet the required standards. This crackdown, guided by the Uganda Tourism …
(2024-11-21). Some Thoughts on THE ELECTION. dissidentvoice.org In the wake of the election — THE ELECTION, in capital letters and with strong emphasis — I have read many insightful and thoughtful assessments of how we have arrived at the point where Donald Trump was re-elected. I highly recommend the recent scathing essay by my colleague at Marxism-Leninism Today, Chris Townsend, on the …
(2024-11-21). China launches 5G+ industrial internet programme. tvbrics.com 
Nanjing, Wuhan and Qingdao are among the cities where the programme has been launched…
(2024-11-21). How do you define climate adaptation? Here are 10,000 ways. grist.org 
The essence of the Paris climate agreement was distilled into a single number. The almost 200 countries that signed the pact in 2016 agreed they would try to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. Over the past decade, as these countries have rolled out renewable energy installations and decommissioned coal plants, we have been able to evaluate their efforts against this number. (The results have But…
(2024-11-21). Great American Smokeout Æ Recognized by County and City Officials. urbancny.com 
The third Thursday of November marks the annual observation of the Great American Smokeout Æ (GASO). To recognize the event, Onondaga County Executive Ryan McMahon and City of Syracuse Mayor Ben Walsh issued a proclamation to the Tobacco Action Coalition of Onondaga County and Tobacco-Free CNY highlighting the day and the progress made in decreasing tobacco use. The City of Syracuse has made great effort to reduce youth tobacco use by reducing tobacco retailers over time, making sure retailers don't open near schools and parks, and by helping to enforce NYS minimum age to purchase tobacco products through t…
(2024-11-21). Milei and Trump: allies in the battle for "freedom" and to combat "wokeism" peoplesdispatch.org Last week, Argentina's far-right president Javier Milei traveled to the United States to show his total support for US president-elect Donald Trump. His visit marked Trump's first encounter with a foreign leader since winning the elections on November 5. The Argentine head of state was an honored guest and speaker at two major conservative events held at Donald Trump's own resort Mar-a-Lago where he denounced the evils of socialism and social justice. | Milei had previously promised fellow right-wing president Daniel Noboa of Ecuador that he would attend the Ibero-American Summit held in Cuenca from November 14-1…
The president's brother's insights about Uganda's political economy and what it tells us about our country THE LAST WORD | Andrew M. Mwenda | And so, on Monday this week I visited Gen. Salim Saleh in Gulu and we sat down to a long conversation about Uganda's economic woes. Saleh has been studying Uganda's history focusing a lot …
We will tell you what has happened in economics, politics, culture, science and education in the BRICS countries…
A significant shift is underway in the electric car segment. No, I'm not talking about the shift to EVs. That's still progressing despite a few manufacturers A type of lithium-ion battery called lithium iron phosphate, or LFP, is becoming increasingly prevalent in EVs around the world. Manufacturers like Ford, Mercedes-Benz, Rivian, Tesla, and…
Kakumiro, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged leaders and residents of the Bunyoro sub-region to embrace the four-acre model farming system, which he believes will unlock economic opportunities and ensure sustainable livelihoods for communities across Uganda. While launching the four-acre model campaign for Bunyoro at Kikwaya Primary School playground in Kikwaya …
LIMA, Peru | Xinhua | Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday met with U.S. President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the 31st APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Lima, Peru. Noting that he was pleased to meet with Biden again, Xi said China-U.S. relations over the past four years have gone through ups and downs, but …
In coming years, eco-apartheid will become more prominent worldwide as colonial violence is used to maintain and safeguard Western interests and profits. We are seeing this future in Gaza today.
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | At least 170,000 coffee farmers and value-chain actors have been registered in Uganda's national database as the country approaches the December 31st deadline to comply with the European Union Deforestation Regulations (EUDR). According to Israel Ssebugenyi, the Technology Development Manager at the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), this number has …
The political philosophy of classical liberalism, which provided the basis for liberal political praxis, was sustained by a long tradition of bourgeois economic thought, straddling both classical political economy and neo-classical economics.
ISAS academic Amitendu Palit notes that with four major Southeast Asian countries as partners, the BRICS is on its way to becoming a representative bloc from the global south with multiple regional identities. Greater economic integration through the launch of BRICS Pay will also help Russia and Iran increase their presence in the global economy.
As the chaotic but iconic blonde with a chequered personal past took up the highest office in the land, it seemed like nothing could stop him. | What could stand in the way of his big economic policy goal of national exceptionalism? He would erect trade barriers against capitalists from competing nations. He would stop freedom of movement and protect his labour force. And, though appealing to the public about their pocketbook issues, the new leader's administration would open the way to a raft of crony appointments and favours to his super-rich backers. | Many said his coalition would dominate the nation…
I am deeply honored by the trust the people of the 50th State Senate District have placed in me. With the majority of ballots scanned and the margin greater than than the outstanding ballots remaining, I am proud to declare victory. Throughout the campaign, I listened to your concerns and hopes for our future. You've called for a senator who will fight for good-paying jobs, quality schools, health care access, safe and affordable communities, and smart economic investments for the future. Now, I am ready to get to work delivering on these issues. As a lineman who fought to save hundreds of jobs as a local union p…
Rediscovering the 1974 National March Against Racism and Labor-Left Organizing in Boston's School Desegregation Era JAMES GREEN MEMORIAL LECTURE AND PEOPLE'S HISTORY WALKING TOUR FIGHTING RACISM, DEFEATING FASCISM Date: Nov. 23 Location: Democracy Brewing, 35 Temple Place, Boston, 02111 10: 00 a.m. — 11: 30 a.m. WW PHOTO archives Fifty years ago, . . . | 
For the last few years, the monthly Second Sunday Dialogue public meetings of the Disability Justice and Rights Caucus of Workers World Party (DJRC) have been discussing the idea of a transitional demand: a "Disability Justice, Full Employment, Health care and Education Second Bill of Rights" amendment to the U.S. . . . | 
"Avenge every attack of the enemy and spread the struggle like waves! This is the only path, the only tested path for self-defense, and there is no other path. This is how a revolutionary peasant army can be built. This is so, because you are today the only revolutionary force, . . . | 
UTB embarks on Explore Uganda campaign on Expedia Group Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda has launched a fresh new campaign dubbed "Uniquely Yours" to promote the country's iconic sustainable tourist experiences including gorilla tracking, bird watching and adventure tourism activities. Uganda Tourism Board has eyes particularly on the lucrative core source markets of United Kingdom, United …
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Most African countries rely on fossil fuels for energy and export revenue. Yet, development finance institutions, including the World Bank, are pulling back on fossil fuel investments ANALYSIS | AGENCIES | The eighth annual Babacar Ndiaye Lecture, held at Washington D.C.'s Four Seasons Hotel on October 26, highlighted the pressing need for African nations to balance …
The government outlined efforts to formalize small-scale miners activities, including providing training and resources Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda is calling on international mining giants to invest in the country's rich deposits of critical minerals to drive its clean energy ambitions and economic growth. Dr. Luisa Moreno, Advisor on Minerals to President Yoweri Museveni, …
The International The step falls short of granting Palestine full membership, but gives it new rights and privileges within ILO activities and conferences, The ILO is the UN age…
Three dozen UK NGOs call on David Lammy to clarify his position on genocide | The organisations say UK foreign secretary's statements about genocide in Parliament undermine international law | | British Foreign Secretary David Lammy speaks on the first day of the Labour Party conference In…
Israel's military has achieved nothing but war crimes. One war criminal is made to take the fall by another for domestic consumption Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has sacked Yoav Gallant as defence minister over a supposed 'crisis of trust'. Both men have been critical of each other. More importantly, both are the subject of UN …
Airtel Money remains a cornerstone of the Group's profitability strategy, facilitating financial inclusion through reliable and accessible digital transactions Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Airtel Africa, a leading telecommunications provider and Airtel Money services operator across 14 African countries, has announced substantial growth in profitability, attributed to its refined strategy aimed at enhancing customer experiences …
Israeli settlers carried out multiple arson attacks in the occupied West Bank town of The settlers first stormed the city's industrial zone before setting the cars ablaze, local sources and eyewitnesses told local media, as well as The New Arab's Arabic-language site, Al-Araby Al-Jadeed. | Videos…
At their summit meeting at the end of June 2024, the European heads of state and government (the European Council) decided that Portugal's former Prime Minister António Costa will succeed the Belgian Charles Michel as their President. Ursula von der Leyen (UvdL) was confirmed for a second five-year term as President of the Commission. The Commission consists of one person from each of the 27 member states and is sometimes considered as the EU's executive body, although only the Commission has the right to make legislative proposals. The June summit also appointed Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas as the new…
The SCO Demonstration Zone is becoming a key trade platform promoting the development of international economic cooperation…
Over 7500 SACCOs targeted for the financial inclusion drive Nebbi, Uganda | THE INDPENDENT | The West Nile community has been called upon to embrace digital transformation as a gateway to economic empowerment, citing Wendi mobile wallet as a key driver towards scaling up financial inclusion in the region. This appeal was made during the …
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Uganda Baati under the Safal Uganda Baati Foundation has launched the second phase of its Economic Empowerment Skilling Program targeting out-of-school youth in Tororo District. The initiative aims to address pressing social issues, including high youth unemployment and teenage pregnancies, by equipping young people with practical, employable skills. Following the …
Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani outlined the move that would see "a significant increase of more than 200 percent in the country's military budget" at a news conference in Tehran, without elaborating. | Tehran ha…
The project has received over US$140 billion in investment…
The two sides discussed opportunities for Emirati investments in Egypt and exchange of experience in water resources management…
"We're not shying away from the challenges ⚪ challenges in relation to human resource and ability to execute," Mohammed al-Jadaan told a panel at the Future Investment Initiative in Riyadh, sometimes dubbed "Davos in the desert". | Because of these challenges the government was "recalibrating our plans", trying not to overh…
Seventeen days after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, tearing down power lines, destroying water mains, and disabling cell phone towers, the signs of relief were hard to miss. | Trucks formed a caravan along Interstate 40, filled with camouflaged soldiers, large square tanks of water, and essentials from pet food to diapers. In towns, roadside signs — official versions emblazoned with nonprofit relief logos and wooden makeshift ones scrawled with paint — advertised free food and water. | And then there were the generators. | The noisy machines powered the trailers where Asheville…
He cared about employees and citizens as well as profit OBITUARY | THANKOM ARUN | Professor of Global Development and Accountability, University of Essex Ratan Tata, who has died at the age of 86, was a giant of global industry, whose interests included cars, steel, hotels, travel and tea. But he was also hailed as a visionary …
On Oct. 25, 2024, Joe Biden, the first U.S. president to formally apologize for the policy of sending Native American children to Indian boarding schools, called it one of the most "horrific chapters" in U.S. history and "a mark of shame." But he did not call it a genocide. Yet, over the past 10 years, many historians and Indigenous scholars have said that what happened at the Indian boarding schools "meets the definition of genocide." 
Spain's Interior Ministry said on Tuesday it was cancelling a contract to buy ammunition from an Israeli firm, widening a Spanish pledge Cadena Ser radio earlier reported that the Guardia Civil police force had agreed to buy more than 15 million 9-mm rounds for six million euros ($6.48 million) from Guardian LTD Israel. | Spain said it would stop arms sales to Israel in October 2023 when Israel's war on the devastated territory began. | "The Spanish gover…
For decades, the cultural phenomenon known as Americanisation has taken place with diffusing ease. Momentum was gained with the retreat of communism from Europe's eastern states with the end of the Cold War and the eventual termination of the Soviet Union in 1991. Global brands of Americana from fizzy drinks to Dallas became pervasive cultural presences. Not even children's programming 
The programme plays an important role in achieving the government's goal of doubling exports in priority sectors…
Richard Medhurst's MP told Starmer state's targeting of journalists is 'restrained' Security minister Dan Jarvis, a former soldier and Labour right-winger — of course, since he's in Keir Starmer's government — has given a chilling reply to Sarah Owen, the MP of journalist Richard Medhurst, who was targeted by anti-terror police as he returned to …
The Al-Mezan Center for Human Rights has issued the following statement: The Israeli military is currently besieging and targeting the three main hospitals in the North Gaza Governorate—Al-Awda Hospital, Kamal Adwan Hospital, and the Indonesian Hospital—ordering everyone inside to leave the facilities. Medical personnel, the wounded, sick patients, including children and newborns, women in labor, …
PostBank's 5-year transformation journey bears fruit ANALYSIS | THE INDEPENDENT | Over the past few years, PostBank Uganda has embarked on an ambitious journey to revamp its operations, harness technology, and redefine customer experience. For a fully government owned financial institution, embracing transformation has been a strategic imperative. In a rapidly evolving financial landscape, innovation and …
Today, we are smothered in a fake storyline, a fake origin myth for economics. Margaret Thatcher typifies this attitude. You have to pay the debts. You have to let the rich people take over because they get wealthy. And unequal wealth is what civilization is all about. The ability of wealthy people to crush and destroy civilization is Western progress. 
The Republican candidate's camp has filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission in Washington, calling for an investigation into what it termed apparently ille…
The over-focus on expanding housing supply through for-profit development misses a key contributor to the housing crisis: the concentration of wealth and power. The challenges of the U.S. housing crisis go beyond supply or fixing local land use regulations. The billionaire class and billionaire-backed private equity investors have become a driving force in the U.S. housing crisis. 
On the second day of the BRICS Summit in Russia, the leaders of developing countries issued the Kazan Declaration. It outlines common goals in global issues, with more cooperation to de-escalate conflicts and work on improving the financial system. Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed the importance of the role of the bloc's members in an increasingly turbulent world. | Our guests: | Anton Fedyashi…
"UNIFIL Peacekeeper Patrols 'Blue Line'" by United Nations Photo is licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0. By The Cradle Israel's military has attacked UNIFIL troops deployed on the Lebanon—Israel border a dozen times, including possibly with white phosphorus, the Financial Times (FT) reported on 22 October. According to a confidential report prepared by a country contributing troops to the UN mission, …
The polls are tightening as the presidential election races toward its final week, and it's clear that successfully blocking Trump is going to hinge on turnout. But with the Harris campaign spending considerable time showcasing its big-name Republican endorsers and refusing to differentiate itself from the Biden administration when it comes to enabling Israel's genocide …
An increasingly assertive group of African nations are constraining the ability of Canadian companies to profit from resources.
The initiative to foster skilled artisans and modernise vocational education aims to boost industrial talent and drive national growth…