Se espera que el temporal deje hasta 100 litros en 12 horas. En los municipios más vulnerables, como Álora, se recomienda a los vecinos de zonas rurales que se trasladen al caso urbano Leer

[Nile Post] Despite identifying digital transformation as a key driver in its National Development Plan III (NDP III), Uganda continues to fall behind Africa's tech giants in digital inclusiveness and tech investment.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is in the spotlight over insufficient measures to protect consumers from data bundle expirations and frequent internet disruptions by major Internet Service Providers (ISPs) like Safaricom, Airtel, and Telkom.

[Africa CDC] As the use of digital tools for effective healthcare delivery gradually takes foothold in Africa, the Africa CDC has unveiled a new platform that caters for differing needs in technology, including access, cost and infrastructure to member states.

[New Zimbabwe] ZIMBABWE'S Information Communications Technology Minister, Tatenda Mavetera, has described as 'false' reports claiming government is gravitating towards penalising WhatsApp group administrators, clarifying that such fines would only apply to platforms or administrators who collect Personally Identifiable Information (PII) for business or commercial use.

[Prosper Africa] Cape Town, South Africa -- The Prosper Africa Tech for Trade Alliance is excited to announce a Request for Applications (RFA) from African companies with innovative, technology-driven solutions that can accelerate commerce and trade across the continent. This RFA seeks to identify scalable solutions that can address key challenges within Africa's trade ecosystem, boosting economic integration and growth.

[This Day] The long awaited flight between Nigeria and Italy has become a reality as Italian flag carrier, Neos Airline has announced commencement of direct flight service between Lagos and Milan end of October.

[New Times] Investors are increasingly eyeing tourism and hospitality projects along Rwanda's twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera, aiming to transform the area into a vibrant tourism hub, The New Times has learned.

[The Herald] Somewhere in the rugged and picturesque village of Nyamaropa, Nyanga, nestled in the heart of Zimbabwe's Eastern Highlands, old Saunyama sits with a faraway look in his eyes as he recalls a fateful day that still haunts him.

[GroundUp] Heuningvlei was devastated by flooding for two consecutive years but the residents are determined to keep their town alive

[Daily Maverick] Once a popular tourism destination along Nelson Mandela Bay's beachfront, the 'Golden Mile', a hub of luxury hotels and guesthouses, has become a crime hotspot. The community is calling for decisive action, but the metro is still crafting its plan.

[Africa Check] Kenyan news outlet did not claim national assembly speaker couldn't be minister because of travel restrictions

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Passengers entering Kenya will soon be required to declare their mobile phones, including their International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers, as part of a new compliance measure by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

[Capital FM] Nairobi Kenya -- The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has exempted tourists from the requirement to declare their gadgets' International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers upon arrival, to support tourism and ensure ease of access.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has exempted tourists from declaring the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of their gadgets upon arrival, aiming to maintain seamless entry for visitors while enhancing tax compliance.

Pamela Falk, CBS News Foreign Affairs Analyst, discusses if there will be a ground invasion by the thousands of Israeli troops on the Gaza boarder.

Dr. Jessica Shepherd, Assistant Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Illinois College of Medicine explains why the FDA discourages use of a laparoscopic surgery for hysterectomies and removal of uterine fibroids.

Bob Schieffer, Chief Washington Correspondent and Anchor of Face The Nation, joins UTTM to discuss Pres. Obama's prime time speech presenting his plan to defeat ISIS.

Eboni Williams, CBS News Legal Analyst, discusses the prosecution resting their case in the Boston marathon bombing trial and the controversial religious freedom legislation in Indiana.

Paula Reid, CBS News Justice Department Reporter, discusses why a national uproar over religious freedom and gay rights is now focused on Arkansas and Indiana.

Mark Rosenker, CBS News Transportation Safety Analyst, discusses a new revelation in the plane crash in the French Alps.

Maj. Mike Lyons (Ret.) CBS News Military Analyst, discusses the latest ISIS propaganda video featuring British hostage John Cantlie.

Chris Wallace dropped a bombshell late Monday evening announcing that he is leaving CNN after a three-year run. Wallace explained his decision in an exclusive interview with The Daily Beast, where he also revealed his intention to pursue independent opportunities in the streaming and podcast space. "This is the first time in 55 years I've...

[Shabelle] Riyadh, Saudi Arabia -- In a compelling speech at the Extraordinary Summit of the Arab States and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia underscored the dire necessity of establishing a Palestinian state as crucial for enduring peace in the Middle East.

[Leadership] The quest to resolve the power crisis in Northern Nigeria appears increasingly bleak as new revelations have surfaced regarding the mismanagement and neglect that have plunged the region into prolonged darkness.

[Addis Standard] Addis Abeba -- Drivers in Hawassa, the capital of Sidama Regional State, report an acute and worsening fuel shortage, which they attribute to widespread black market sales within the city.

[This Day] On the back of galloping inflation, regulating expenses, and devaluation of the local currency, a total of 23 leading companies on the Nigeria Exchange Limited (NGX), reported a whooping N5.1 trillion operating expenses in the half year (H1) ended June 2024.

[This Day] Lagos Fashion Week, in collaboration with the U.S. government initiative Prosper Africa and Style House Files, hosted the "Bridging Markets" panel discussion for leading fashion and trade experts aimed at strengthening access for African fashion designers to the U.S. market. The panel discussion took place as part of Lagos Fashion Week, highlighting the immense potential of African fashion on the global stage.

[Premium Times] MTN Nigeria hopes to use the cash to bridge the working capital gap in the short term.

[The Herald] Pick n Pay's Boxer subsidiary, which will list on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) before the end of 2024, has an ambitious plan to double its turnover within five years.

“Instant gratification” isn’t a phrase typically associated with Bollywood’s methodical star Ayushmann Khurrana — except when he’s talking about live performance. Speaking with Variety ahead of his November U.S. tour with band Ayushmann Bhava, the actor-singer opens up about his return to American stages after an eight-year hiatus. “As an artiste, I always look forward […]

Indonesia’s JAFF Market is set to welcome two Australian projects at its JAFF Future Project platform, marking a collaboration with Adelaide Film Festival (AFF). The inaugural JAFF Market takes place alongside the Jogja-Netpac Asian Film Festival (JAFF) in Yogyakarta from Dec. 3-5. The partnership, backed by the Australian Government, brings “Raesita Grey” from Katrina Irawati Graham […]

Prime Video has launched a raft of add-on subscriptions and its Prime Video Store in New Zealand. These expand the selection of content available with the aim of making the platform into a one-stop entertainment destination for Amazon customers and for non-subscribing members. For a monthly subscription fee, payable directly to Prime Video, subscribing members […]

COLDPLAY: HOTTER THAN EVER Due to fan demand, British rock band Coldplay has announced a fourth show in India for its “Music of the Spheres” world tour. The band will perform at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on Jan. 25, 2025, for a potential audience of 100,000 fans, making it the biggest stadium show of their career. The multiple Grammy-award winning band is already […]

As I battled a pre-Oscars bug, "Silver Linings Playbook" won four awards including top feature at today's Independent Spirit Awards. Details here. Was happy to see "Middle of Nowhere" win the Cassavetes Award for truly low-budget feature filmmaking.

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Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), chairwoman of the Oversight and Accountability Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, IT and Innovation, is asking for a briefing by Oct. 3.

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Joe Balchune, vice president and general manager of Federal Markets at Motorola, joins host John Gilroy on this week's Federal Tech Talk to explain how his company provides mission critical communications for many federal agencies. 

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New Federal Labor Relations Authority training video for federal employees, unions and managers highlights types of work included as part of official time.

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Labor Dept. feds will soon have to work onsite at least half the time, the agency announced. But the federal union representing those workers is pushing back.

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Host Bob Leins, CPA® welcomes Karen Schaeffer, CFP®, and Kaitlin Schaeffer Yardley, CFP®.

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Our guest today will talk about cash flow planning and debt payoff strategies for Federal employees and retirees. 

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Host Bob Leins, CPA®, welcomes Bob Braunstein, Federal Benefits Specialist. 

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Host Bob Leins, CPA® welcomes Marc Levine, Esquire. 

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In today's Federal Newscast, after fake notifications were sent out, the Army reiterates, despite rising tensions with Iran, there are no plans to initiate a draft.

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