Since its inception, almost 100 startups have gone through Google for Startups Accelerator programme in Africa, with 96 startups going on to raise $239m million in additional funding, and creating almost 4,000 jobs across Africa.

14 Nigerian soldiers were killed in an attack on a military base in the northeast of the country.

Nigerian military authorities say the jihadists from the Islamic State in West Africa (Iswap) group attacked the Jakana military base on Friday with machine guns and grenade launchers, an offensive followed by intense fighting.

The IS-affiliated group has recently intensified attacks on military and civilian targets in the region.

[Premium Times] The suspected thief was beaten to death, and his body was subsequently set on fire

[Ethiopian Herald] From the victory at Adwa to the establishment of the Organization of African Union (OAU) and many other continental achievements Ethiopia has been setting examples that promote the feeling of pan Africanism. The construction of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) also serves as an indication to its contributions of upholding the values of pan Africanism. Beyond supplying electric power to Ethiopia, the dam can also regulate the ecosystem of the region as well as help in controlling flood in the lowe

EDUCATION Minister Dr Nyan Gadsby-Dolly says the National Schools Dietary Services Ltd (NSDSL) is pleased with the government's decision to pay $1 more per meal for the school feeding programme.

She was speaking at a standing finance committee meeting in Parliament on Tuesday morning.

The 2024 budget draft estimates for expenditure list an allocation of $268,746,800 for the NSDSL.

Opposition whip David Lee asked if, given the continued increase in food prices, this total would be sufficient.

Gadsby-Dolly said in the last academic year, a $1 increase was approved.

"And, certainly, the caterers...that would have been a recommendation of the board...we looked at it, we looked at the costs that were submitted..."

Lee then asked if a $1 increase is sufficient "given what has happened with deflation (sic) and so on."

Gadsby-Dolly said the NSDSL was included in the discussions surrounding the decision.

"And therefore, we took their recommendation and they agreed that was sufficient."

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Serving an unprecedented five terms as the mayor of Los Angeles from 1973 to 1993, Thomas Bradley wielded two decades of influence on the growth and direction of the second largest city in the United States. A grandson of slaves, Bradley moved from Texas to Los Angeles with his family in 1924. In 1963, after […]

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THE ICAO-MANDATED ACTIVITY EVALUATES THE RESPONSE OF CRITICAL AGENCIES.

File photo: Getty Images The health system has been brought to its knees in Haiti following the gang blockade of the country’s principal fuel terminal in the capital Port-au-Prince, which began last month. Around three-quarters of major hospitals across the country, which rely on diesel generators for electricity, report being unable to provide regular … Continued

By Stacy M. Brown | NNPA (NNPA) - Phylicia Rashad, the renowned actress and stage director, has a remarkable journey that has taken her from her birthplace in Houston, Texas, to the pinnacle of success in the entertainment industry. As the current Dean of the Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts at Howard University, […]

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CHARLOTTE AMALIE — One person was injured after a vehicle overturned on Veteran’s Drive shortly before 3 a.m. today, AllAhWeTV reported on Facebook. The extent of the injured person’s injuries is currently unknown. Police and emergency personnel arriving on the accident scene found an overturned sedan in front of the

COVID-19 vaccines will be available at various sites across the island on Monday, October 18. Members of the public should note the locations and operating times below. Vaccination Centres: Princess Margaret Secondary School, Six Roads, St. Philip - 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sharon Moravian Church Hall, Sharon, St. Thomas - 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 […]

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NNPA NEWSWIRE — “The Joint Center and Black communities will forever be indebted to Spencer Overton for his amazing leadership over the ten years he served on the board and then as President,” The Joint Center’s Board of Directors Chairman Paul Thornell stated. “He kept the doors open when shuttering the organization was definitely one option. Indeed, that was no small feat, and one performed with great humility, creativity, and persistence over the years.”

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By ALEX VEIGA AP Business Writer Stocks are broadly higher in afternoon trading Friday, placing the market on track to close out a choppy week on Wall Street with modest gains. The S&P 500 was up 0.6%, clawing back all its losses from a day earlier. If the gains hold, the benchmark index would mark its third straight weekly gain. Health care, industrial and technology companies account for much of the gains. Retailers and other companies that rely on consumer spending are also up following a government report showing U.S. retail sales increased more than expected in September. Energy stocks […]

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The first case the country registered this month was a child nearly three years-old, sent to the Butsili hospital in Beni after presenting various symptoms related to Ebola. He died on October 6 and tested positive for Ebola, according to the research institute and the health ministry.

BEING a cricket selector is not an easy job. It requires a strong dose of cricket knowledge, most of which could only be had from a cricket player’s perspective.

In other words, to be an efficient and knowledgeable selector, one must have played a certain level of cricket to appreciate the game to an extent that one understands what is needed by participants in a cricket contest. The higher the level of cricket to be played, the more experience is necessary to choose the correct player for the position.

Consequently, it entails how to read the game so that the right selection can be made at the right time for the right reasons.

This is not only to facilitate the captain, but also the other players.

Character is a vital component of a cricketer and separates the strong consistent cricketer, whether batsman, bowler, wicketkeeper or fieldsman, from the average mediocre journeyman. And the selector has to know what the team needs to balance, improve and strengthen the side he’s selecting.

A selector ought to be able to distinguish the ordinary from the classy, the batsman with fighting qualities compared to the one who lacks the “never-say-die” attitude.

Without the playing experience combined with the right attitude, the selector would be unable to appreciate what is required to ensure a winning combination.

It is tricky, if not well nigh impossible, to be able to put forward an intelligent outlook to fellow selectors when one suffers from a shortage of knowledge caused by lack of playing experience. Apart from playing expertise, anyone who wants to be a selector should possess a natural psychological aptitude to be able to read the attitude of players on the field by their demeanour, through their posture and general disposition.

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On the one hand, team selectors want to choose a side to win whatever competition or tournament in which their side is involved; on the other hand, they ought to be aware of their side’s potential in the long term.

Additionally, they would want to examine the situation of their reserves in the event of injury, plus have some continuity, thus ensuring some opportunities for progress in the future.

Most importantly, he must have the talent to identify cricketers with ability.

I can’t say I feel satisfied about the selection of the squad to represent TT in the Cricket West Indies CG United Super50 Cup set to be played in Trinidad from October 17.

In the first instance, I would like to know who chooses the selectors, because I’ve seen no information about them. Is it the management committee of the TT Cricket Board? Is it a sub-committee of the board?

Who is Frank Simmons? The TTCB should give a brief biography of those chosen to select national teams. It’s important for the public to know who the selectors are: not just names, but their cricket background.

Also, nepotism should be avoided, as it makes a selection committee uncomfortable.

Is TT part of the West Indies, or have they deci

The trial between Madison County Sheriff John Mehr and the county fee is near the finish line after four days of testimony. Each side have completed calling witnesses and making…

A flash-flood warning is in effect for western and south western districts. This alert message is valid from 2 p.m. Sunday and will be terminated at 6 p.m. or sooner if conditions warrant. A flash-flood warning is issued when rapid flooding due to heavy or excessive rainfall in a short period of time (generally less […]

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South African tech company Snapt has shut down due to a shortage of funds.

From its launch in 2012, the startup disclosed over $4 million raised in funding: a $1 million seed round in 2016, and a $3 million Series A round in 2018.

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Ethiopia's government on Monday recommitted to peace talks over Tigray but did not address African Union appeals for a ceasefire, vowing instead to carry out "defensive measures" including seizing airports and other federal facilities in the region.

Fatigue from a rugged learning curve with lingering Internet connectivity woes appears to be whittling away at resistance to face-to-face classes amid the coronavirus pandemic. Less than two weeks after the resumption of the new academic year, the...

This short story competition is open for all persons of the Caribbean and Central American diaspora. Information on eligibility will be provided this Oct. 15.

President Irfaan Ali has issued a $50 million “presidential grant” to Region Six for works to be done on roads, which the regional administration says are urgently needed.

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Three men were killed and a fourth hospitalised after the motorcycles on which they were travelling collided with a truck along the Whithorn main road in Westmoreland on Monday. The deceased have been identified as 18-year-old Jermaine...

[Dabanga] Benghazi / Khartoum -- Two Sudanese football teams, El Merrikh and El Hilal, qualified for the CAF Champions League group stage this weekend, which will take place from February 10 to April 1, 2023, according to the Confederation of African Football.

This pivotal moment isn’t the result of four years of Donald Trump. It’s the culmination of 50 years of social decay.

HBCU homecoming season is in full swing and while the celebrations of these historic institutions take center stage, instances of violence can easily derail the fun and shift the narrative away from what these homecomings truly represent.

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After years of grueling as a domestic worker with little pay, terrible working conditions, and no respect, Bolden helped launch The National Domestic Workers Union of America in 1968. The labor union helped to advocate fair pay and better working conditions for nearly 10,000 of its Black female members for almost three decades.

The content originally appeared on: Trinidad and Tobago Newsday News File photo. An autopsy on the 58-year-old man whose body was found under a shed with a wound to the head on October 8 in central Trinidad found that his death was consistent with a fall. John “Bobb” Loubon’s death was initially reported as a suspected homicide. An autopsy on Friday at the Forensic Science Centre in St James by Dr Pramanik concluded that the cause of death was due […]

The public is asked to note that the Millie Ifill Fish Market in Weston, St. James, will close at 3:00 p.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, October 18. This is being done in anticipation of a service disruption of the water supply in the area as a result of the Barbados Water Authority valve replacement being conducted in […]

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NNPA NEWSWIRE — Before his departure, the White House reported that Biden talked with Middle Eastern leaders, including President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt. The discussions focused on collaborative efforts to alleviate the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza with the UN, Jordan, the Palestinian Authority, Israel, and other regional partners.

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[FrontPageAfrica] Kakata -- The Ministry of Education's Improving Results in Secondary Education (IRISE) Project with funding from the World Bank has turnover ten acres of land to a Liberian-owned JLN incorporated construction firm for the construction of a US$1.5 million state-of-the-act senior secondary school in Kakata.

The joint Egyptian-Sudanese Permanent Commission on the waters of the Nile is expected to meet again in early 2023. The

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The kidneys are two small bean-shaped organs that sit below the ribs on either side of the spine. Roughly the size of a fist, the kidneys are in charge of filtering the blood and removing toxic substances from the food we eat, expelling these toxins out in the form of waste products. Kidneys also help maintain the delicate balance of fluids in the body.

If the kidneys are not working properly, our body cannot function. The breakdown of kidneys can lead to chronic kidney disease, an umbrella term that covers various conditions that damage the kidneys and decrease their performance ability.

Chronic kidney disease can lead to complications like high blood pressure, low blood count, weak bones, poor nutrition and nerve damage, and can increase the risk of heart and blood vessel diseases

The damage caused by CKD occurs over a long period, and if left untreated, may lead to eventual kidney failure, which is treated by renal dialysis and kidney transplant.

The two main causes of CKD are high blood pressure and diabetes, and the various symptoms include fatigue, insomnia, muscle cramping, swollen feet and ankles, lack of appetite, trouble concentrating, puffy eyes, itchy skin and frequent need to urinate.

Anyone can be at risk of potential kidney disease, but maintaining a healthy lifestyle can dramatically decrease the risk.

Kidney disease risk factors

Red meat:

This is a great source of protein, but including too much meat in your diet can put you at risk of kidney disease. People who consume significant amount of red meat on a regular basis have a 40 per cent increased risk of developing end-stage renal disease.

Red meat when eaten in excess can produce waste products that damage kidney filtration and have a negative impact on your health. The protein found in red meat produces by-products that can put added stress on kidney function, and when this protein is broken down it releases a compound called urea. Too much urea can build up and contribute to kidney damage. especially if your kidneys are already weakened.

Red meats like beef, pork and lamb also contain more saturated fats and cholesterol than other types of meat, which can raise cholesterol levels, worsen heart disease and increase the risk of renal artery disease.

Alcohol:

Technically, alcohol is a depressant, which means it slows down your brain and affects the way it sends and receive messages. Alcohol can also badly damage the kidneys by changing the way they function.

Drinking alcohol frequently can increase the risk of high blood pressure and diabetes, which can be a precursor to kidney disease and can lead to eventual kidney failure.

Moderate alcohol consumption is not considered a risk to healthy kidneys, but for those who have onset kidney problems, the damage can be extensive. Aside from damage to your kidneys, excessive alcohol also puts you at a higher risk of hypertension and stroke.

Table salt:

Salt is essential for health: it helps to regulate blood pressure, control flui

Press Release - On 3 October 2022, the WHO Science Division organized an open webinar to introduce and discuss the new Global guidance framework for the responsible use of the life sciences: mitigating biorisks and governing dual-use research.

THE global COVID-19 pandemic has had devastating effects on the delivery of sexual reproductive health services and has rolled back several years of progress in improving maternal health. BY PHYLLIS MBANJE Zimbabwe is still among countries with high maternal mortality rate and research has proved that delays and even lack of access to proper healthcare is a major catalyst to the high mortality rate. “The pandemic has seen critical resources diverted to containing the virus at the expense of sexual reproductive health services,” Fungisayi Dube of the Citizens Health Watch said. “Maternal deaths, infant mortality rates, still births and unsafe home deliveries were on the rise with women failing to access contraception and maternal health care services.” Critical maternal health services, like antenatal care (ANC) were hugely disrupted with indications that visits declined by 45% in 2020 (April-July) compared to the same period last year. ANC is a means to identify high-risk pregnancies and educate women so that they experience healthier pregnancies. Most council-owned polyclinics were largely shut during the peak of the pandemic, forcing women to seek help from community birth attendants like Mbare’s Mbuya Gwena (Esther Zinyoro), who was inundated with several women seeking maternal care at her residence. “I could not just watch these women suffer and I had to do something. Many came to Edith Opperman, but it was closed and because I stayed close to them, would send them to my house so that I would assist them,” Mbuya Gwena said. She hit the news last year when she assisted over 400 women to give birth. But critics lambasted the government for failing to prioritise sexual reproductive health through proper funding. “Citizens Health Watch implores the government to put in place urgent measures to reinforce provision of sexual reproductive health services. “SRHR [sexual health reproductive rights] must become an integral part of COVID-19 response planning, in particular the provision of free maternal health care,” Dube said. The implementation of this policy has been inconsistent, with some charging fees, while many said they had no back-up funds for the policy. “A government must commit to securing funding for the provision of free sexual reproductive health services. “Government should desist from deceptive policies which are never accompanied by political will to implement them,” she said. Stakeholders have often raised concerns that there is no genuine political will and energy towards developing sustainable policies. Most women did not have access to sexual reproductive health services which include contraception, maternal health due to lockdown measures which curtailed movement. A local study (still under review for the journal BMC Pregnancy and childbirth) carried out at Mpilo Central Hospital noted that travel restrictions and emergency regulations have had negative impacts on maternity services, including staff shortages, resource stock-outs, and closure of antenatal clinics. “Estimates of the indirect impact of

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"Battle of the Bands: Tunes and Taco and Throw Down" at the Virgin Islands Montessori School & Peter Gruber International Academy on St. Thomas was a successful and uplifting event held on Saturday, Oct. 15, to benefit Nana Baby Children's Home.

By Phillip Washington Jr. | Dallas Weekly | Word In Black Thispostwas originally published onDallas Weekly (WIB) - In today’s discussion, we delve into the pressing issue of closing the wealth gap in Black America. Wealth in business and investing exists at the intersection of faith in the future and individual passions. It is important […]

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Majestic Star Casino partnered with Habitat for Humanity of NW Indiana to build walls for a new home being built for the Best Family in Gary, Indiana. Majestic Star Casino provided a volunteer group of 24 to build all 32 interior and exterior walls as well as funds to cover materials. All the walls were […]

We’ve all heard the saying if these walls could talk, and now at Fort McPherson you can experience the rich history of one of the most iconic military fortresses in our country, through the eyes of those who lived it. This interactive creative project is the brainchild of artist & filmmaker Althea Brown, and it … Continued

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TWO months after he was shot while liming, Lebanese building designer Elie Hajaly, 51, has died.

Hajaly died at the Port of Spain General Hospital on October 8. He is the second person killed after the gun attack at The Residence nightclub at One Woodbrook Place on August 13.

Businessman Nikhil Luthra, 34, of Pelican Road, Lange Park, Chaguanas and Hajaly, 51, of Westmoorings were shot while liming on the patio of the club at about 2.30 am. Luthra died that day.

A third person, Roger Ramdeo, 34, of Princes Town was shot but survived.

Hajaly, who came to Trinidad ten years ago and was involved in designing several major projects, was the intended target, police said.

Police reported that the three were sitting with their backs to the road when a man with a red bandanna across his face and a hoodie, opened fire on the group. The killer then escaped in a Toyota Axio.

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By: Adell Henderson While Clark Atlanta University students, alumni and community enjoyed being back on campus for it’s first whole in-person homecoming experience in two years, PUMA North America made the celebration much sweeter by presenting the school with a $1 million check which will be used to help accelerate the path for HBCU students … Continued

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MINISTER of National Security Fitzgerald Hinds says the police service will soon receive 3,120 additional body cameras to aid in fighting crime.

He revealed this at a standing finance committee meeting in Parliament on Monday.

The 2024 draft estimates say $67 million was allocated to the police service to purchase equipment.

Naparima MP Rodney Charles said the US State Department views extra-judicial killings in a negative light, so it is a worry in that country.

He said while he understands there are good officers who put their lives on the line, it is the government's responsibility to provide them with the necessary equipment to "exonerate themselves if they kill civilians...

"...In a situation where their lives are threatened or consistent with standard operational principles."

He then asked how many police officers currently have body cams.

But Hinds said these are not individually assigned but available for officers to use in their line of duty.

"(It is) not like a pants or a cap or a shirt."

Hinds said there are 1,121 available, 192 waiting to be cleared by customs, and an additional 3,120 will soon be purchased.

He then pointed out the issue he had with Charles' lead-up to his question.

Regarding the term extra-judicial killings, Hinds said, "That has certain implications, and I will not associate myself or the police service with that, regardless of who said it, locally, regionally or internationally."

He said all matters related to police-involved shootings are "thoroughly investigated.

"I do not think the member for Naparima as a member of the Parliament and wanting to be a member of government should be mouthing that form of recklessness."

Hinds said there are currently 1,369 functional vehicles in the service.

The 2024 draft estimates list $50 million as being allocated for the maintenance of police vehicles.

Asked by Opposition MP Saddam Hosein how many vehicles the service has, Hinds said 2,244.

However, he said 1,369 are operational, 260 are non-operational – but can be quickly repaired – and 611 beyond repair, meant for disposal.

In addition, he said the Coastal and Riverine Patrol Unit has four vessels.

In the 2024 budget presentation, Finance Minister Colm Imbert said $80 million will be allocated for new police vehicles.

Hinds admitted that TT's "crazy" roads contribute heavily to the wear and tear of vehicles.

The estimate for fuel and lubricants is the same as 2023 – $20 million.

The Opposition questioned why this figure did not increase since more vehicles were being bought.

Hinds said this has never really been an issue.

"It has never come to my attention...that there is any issue around fuel. And we are confident that the allocation here will deal with our fuel engagements, and if not, we have recourse to further sums to treat with it."

Charles asked if the government currently owes NP for providing fuel to police officers, adding that he worked there as the marketing manager for several years.

As laughter erupted in the Chamber, Hinds s

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The Biden-Harris administration officially launched the federal student loan debt forgiveness application on Monday after initially testing a beta version

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(Trinidad Guardian) British Member of Parliament Steven Baker has responded to criticisms levelled against him by Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley.

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Vernon Jones ignored the statistics about COVID-19 deaths.

Hundreds of people have been killed by the flood across the country.

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The rapper provided a glimpse into the inspiration behind his attacks on Jews.

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