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The European Court’s Merits Judgment in Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russia: As Good as It Gets (Almost)
EJIL: Talk!
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July 10, 2025
In a landmark ruling, the Grand Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights yesterday delivered its much-anticipated merits judgment in Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russia (nos. 8019/16, 43800/14, 28525/20 and 11055/22). The judgment is here;...
Zohran Mamdani’s Democratic primary win is being celebrated as a win against Zionism and X is loving it
Dawn
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June 25, 2025
Uganda-born American Zohran Mamdani declared victory in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor after beating former New York governor Andrew Cuomo in a landslide win during the first round of voting. If elected, the 33-year-old democratic...
EU: Nigeria Should Lead in Women Representation in Africa
This Day
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July 11, 2025
Onyebuchi Ezigbo in Abuja The European Union (EU) has said Nigeria is capable of playing leadership role in advancing the cause of women participation in democratic governance, especially in Africa. Head of the European Union (EU) delegation to...
Vice President JD Vance Blasts NYC Mayoral Candidate for ‘Ungrateful’ July 4 Remarks: ‘Who the Hell Does He Think He Is?’”
[your]NEWS
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July 9, 2025
By Gloria Ogbonna Vice President JD Vance delivered a blistering rebuke of New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani over what he called an ungrateful and tone-deaf Independence Day message. Speaking at the Claremont Institute’s Statesmanship...
Ebury: Positive FX outlook for South African and Zambian currencies
CNBC Africa
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July 9, 2025
The foreign exchange landscape in Africa is witnessing a rich tapestry of developments as experts identify potential strengths in certain currencies amidst a backdrop of global economic uncertainty. According to Matthew Ryan, head of market...
The president who wasn’t there
EurActiv
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July 10, 2025
Welcome to the Capitals by Eddy Wax, with Nicoletta Ionta. We welcome feedback and tips here. Sign up here. In today’s edition: VDL is safe, and long gone Race to run DG COMP Budget digest Today's edition is powered by CEN and CENELEC Standards...
Nigeria has Africa’s worst record on women representation – PLAC
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 10, 2025
The Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) has expressed dissatisfaction over the low level of women representation in government, both at the state and national level. PLAC Executive Director, Clement Nwankwo, who made this observation in Abuja...
Kubu returns as Simbas name squad for World Cup qualifiers
The Standard
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Kenya Sevens star Jone Kubu in action against Spain at Hong Kong Sevens. [World Rugby] Fijian-born international Jone Kubu of Kabras Sugar will make his long-awaited return to the national team next week in Uganda after being named in the...
BOU Unveils Ambitious Treasury Bond Auction Calendar for 2025/2026
UBC - Uganda Broadcasting Corporation
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June 27, 2025
By David Mwanje Kampala- The Bank of Uganda (BOU), in partnership with the Treasury Office, unveiled a transformative treasury bond auction calendar for the financial year 2025/2026. The announcement, shared on their website , marks the official...
UAE's Raza grateful for chance to guide Dubai Capitals in Global Super League
The National News
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After guiding the UAE team for a number of years as their captain before transitioning to coaching, Ahmed Raza will add another feather to his cap after being entrusted with coaching DP World International League T20 champions Dubai Capitals in...
UAE v Sri Lanka: Lineout practice in hotel ballrooms, torrential rain, and a vital Rugby World Cup qualifier
The National News
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As they travel to Colombo to face Sri Lanka for their final game in the 2025 Asia Rugby Championship (ARC), the minds of UAE’s leading rugby players will be on one thing. Namely, doing everything they can to extend their dream of debuting in the...
Nigeria is in crisis: Enough of politicians; where are the statesmen?
Daily Trust
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July 9, 2025
Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will – Fred Douglass Murry Rothbard (1926-95) started his book ‘The Anatomy of the State” with a predictable quotation, “the greatest danger to the State is intellectual...
Analysis: Inside Simbas exciting roster for the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup
Citizen TV Kenya
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July 1, 2025
The Kenya Simbas’ 28-man squad for the 2025 Rugby Africa Cup in Uganda is a fascinating blend of club dominance, returning heroes, rising stars, and strategic inclusions that reflect both form and future planning. Kabras Sugar RFC’s grip on the...
How to watch England vs India on ICC TV (it's free) - England resume on 2-0
Tom's Guide
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July 10, 2025
You can watch all five days of the third test of England vs India live on ICC TV, streaming for free. The stream includes English commentary as Shubman Gill looks to lead his team from the front again at the Home of Cricket. The worldwide platform...
CAA U-18/20 Tourney: S’Africa, Kenya, Others Confirm Arrival Dates
New Telegraph
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July 10, 2025
With just few days to the start of the highly anticipated CAA African U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships, the atmosphere around major Nigerian airports is already buzzing with activity. Top African athletics powerhouses South Africa, Kenya,...
Over 1,400 patients turn up at Lubaga Hospital surgical camp
Independent (Uganda)
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June 22, 2025
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Over 1,400 patients have turned up seeking surgical services for a week-long surgical camp at Lubaga Hospital. This community-focused initiative, aims at improving access to affordable surgical care while...
What We Learned From The New York Times’ Anti-Zohran Crusade
The American Prospect
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July 9, 2025
The New York Times has it out for the Democratic nominee for New York City’s mayoralty, Zohran Mamdani. That much was clear after the paper’s editorial board announced that they would no longer be issuing endorsements for local political races...
74 visa-free destinations Filipinos can visit
Gulf News
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Ready to trade your screens for skylines? If your passport's feeling neglected and your feet are itching for an adventure, we’ve got just the ticket — or rather, 74 of them, as per Henley & Partners (H&P) and latest updates (as of July 8, 2025)....
Africa's Forgotten Fishes: One in four freshwater fish species in Africa threatened with extinction
WWF International
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Posted on July, 10 2025 Over 3,200 freshwater fish species have been recorded in Africa, with 28 new freshwater fish species described in 2024 alone. Africa has the world's highest per capita catch of freshwater fish: 2.56 kg per person per year,...
Jordan revamps rules of granting citizenship to foreign investors
The National News
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Jordan's move to revamp its Citizenship By Investment programme has opened up more pathways for foreign investors to obtain a passport, but it is unlikely to make an economic impact in the short term, analysts say. Amman will grant Jordanian...