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The Brazilian international moved to United in a high-profile £85m deal, but the negotiations were drawn out, leaving Antony frustrated. During the transfer saga, he reportedly missed training sessions and matches, prompting Ajax to fine him for absenteeism.

The fines, reportedly amounting to several hundred thousand euros, were deducted from his wages, even after the deal was finalized. Antony has since contested the fines, bringing the matter to the arbitration committee of the Dutch football association.

The hearings are going on near Utrecht, with the player seeking restitution for what he claims was 'unlawful' behavior by Ajax. According to Dutch outlet AD, Antony first approached the committee six months ago.

Ajax’s former manager, Alfred Schreuder, addressed the situation at the time, stating: 'I only want players who are fully focused on Ajax. We have talked about it, and I think it is a difficult situation.'

Antony’s career at Manchester United has been inconsistent since his move. While he made a promising start, scoring on his debut against Arsenal in a 3-1 win, his form has faltered.

Across three seasons, he has managed just 12 goals in all competitions, with only one coming this season in a League Cup match against Barnsley. The arbitration committee’s decision is expected within a month.

On 23 February 2020, Ajax signed Antony on a five-year deal but now he has dragged his former bosses to court.

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The leadership group will guide the institution as it continues its mission to promote academic excellence and innovation in governance across the African continent. The ASG initiative, launched in October 2024, aims to be a transformative force in leadership development across Africa.

In a statement, Professor Kingsley Moghalu, President of ASG, highlighted the significance of the appointments, emphasizing that the new leadership team is composed of world-class executives committed to advancing governance education.

'This exceptional group of leaders embodies the values of the African School of Governance. Their collective expertise, vision, and commitment to education and governance will drive our mission to shape the next generation of leaders in Africa,' Prof. Moghalu said.

Professor Anna Lucy Mdee, a renowned academic in the Politics of Global Development, has been appointed Acting Vice-President of Academic Affairs. Prof. Mdee, currently based at the University of Leeds, UK, brings over 25 years of experience in development research across Africa, with a focus on sustainable development, local governance, and social protection. She holds multiple degrees, including a PhD in International Development from the University of Bradford, UK.

Dr. Edward Kadozi has been appointed Director of Academic Affairs. With a PhD in Economics from the University of Amsterdam and vast experience in environmental economics and development economics, Dr. Kadozi previously taught at the University of Rwanda and Kigali Independent University. He is also the founder of the Center for Development Policy, a Pan-African research think tank.

Dr. Lite J. Nartey has been named Director of Executive Education. Holding a PhD from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Dr. Nartey has extensive experience designing educational programs at top global institutions such as INSEAD and Tufts University. She is also a Managing Partner at Saense Strategy Consulting LLC.

In addition to the academic leaders, Ms. Ngozichukwu C. Njemanze has been appointed Director and Senior Policy Adviser to the President of ASG. A governance expert with vast experience in corporate governance, Ms. Njemanze has previously worked at the World Bank and the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Ms. Aissatou Diajhate will serve as the Director of External Affairs and Acting Director of Admissions. With a strong background in institutional partnerships and philanthropy, Ms. Diajhate has held leadership roles at institutions such as Mastercard Foundation and Suffolk University.

The appointments mark a new phase for ASG, which is committed to shaping future African leaders capable of tackling the continent’s governance challenges. The institution’s curriculum will integrate African socio-economic contexts, offering Master’s programs such as the Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) for professionals.

ASG is also building research centres dedicated to generating evidence-based solutions tailored to African governance challenges. These initiatives will engage with governments and other stakeholders to promote good governance and sustainable development across Africa.

With its distinguished leadership team and continued focus on innovation in governance education, ASG is poised to play a critical role in advancing leadership and governance excellence on the continent.

The African School of Governance is a pioneering institution focused on transforming leadership and governance in Africa.

ASG offers graduate-level programs and conducts research to develop innovative solutions to governance challenges.

The institution is backed by leading African figures, including President Paul Kagame and former Ethiopian Prime Minister Hailemariam Desalegn, and receives support from the Mastercard Foundation.

Professor Kingsley Moghalu, President of the newly established African School of Governance (ASG) university, located in Kigali, Rwanda.

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This 15th edition of the training program was attracted 45 participants, including 15 officers from South Sudan, 21 from the Rwanda National Police (RNP), three from the National Intelligence and Security Services (NISS), four from the Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB), and two from the Rwanda Correctional Service (RCS).

Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) in charge of Operations, Vincent Sano, officiated the closing ceremony, emphasizing that capacity-building is key to addressing evolving security challenges in an increasingly dynamic world.

'In today’s security operations, it is essential for personnel across all relevant institutions to possess the necessary knowledge and skills to address security threats effectively within our countries, the region, and globally. This is why the Government of Rwanda, particularly the Rwanda National Police, invests heavily in capacity building,' said Sano.

He highlighted the importance of the training for all participants: 'The training you completed today is significant for the Rwanda National Police, the South Sudan National Police, and for you as individuals.
Successfully completing it is an achievement that reflects your journey, the dedication of the institution’s leadership, faculty, and the collaboration among yourselves.'

Sano encouraged the graduates to apply the skills and knowledge gained during the program while upholding discipline and a strong work ethic in their respective roles.

'This training aims to equip participants with advanced skills in strategic thinking, planning, and implementing security operations beyond traditional methods, aligned with modern challenges. The expertise and professionalism you have gained, combined with your exemplary conduct and commitment, will enable you to excel in your assignments and deliver impactful results,' he added.

This 15th edition of the training program was attracted 45 participants.

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CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced on last week that the winner’s prize money had been raised to $3.5 million, sparking discussions in both nations.

Initially, Egypt and Algeria had pulled out of the tournament, citing scheduling conflicts. However, the substantial prize boost has led both countries to call emergency meetings to reassess their decisions.

The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) is reportedly considering sending its U23 team to participate in the tournament, which will be hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.

Similarly, Algeria is also revisiting its stance and evaluating the possibility of rejoining the competition.
If both countries confirm their participation, the total number of teams in the tournament will rise to 21, promising an even more competitive and dynamic CHAN finals.

CAF’s prize increase has reinvigorated interest in the tournament, demonstrating its commitment to enhancing the profile of African football on the global stage.

Algeria and Egypt meet during a FIFA Arab Cup in 2021. Both teams have renewed their interest in participating in the 2024 CHAN tournament.

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Ugandan President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni called for an end to subsistence farming, emphasizing the importance of commercial agriculture to secure food and economic prosperity.

Highlighting Uganda’s progress, Museveni said, '67% of Ugandan homesteads are now part of the money economy compared to only 9% at independence.' He credited strategies like improved seed distribution, farmer sensitization, and disease control for this success.

'With these measures, Africa will be a superpower economically. This Africa of having no food and begging is not the real Africa but a shameful legacy of colonialism,' he declared.

Museveni underscored the need to add value within Africa to retain wealth and jobs. 'A shirt like the one I’m wearing now involves six job levels—from growing cotton to tailoring. Africa often stops at level two, exporting raw materials while losing jobs and money,' he said.

He also called for environmental preservation and innovative solutions like desalinization technologies to address water challenges.

Leaders at the summit agreed to remove non-tariff barriers and strengthen intra-African trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). 'Non-tariff barriers are crippling intra-African trade. We must eliminate these obstacles urgently,' Museveni added.

African leaders have pledged renewed action to transform the continent’s agricultural sector.

The African Union Commission Chairperson, Moussa Faki Mahamat, lamented the slow progress in implementing the agricultural targets set in the 2003 Maputo and 2014 Malabo Declarations.

'Despite 60% of the world’s uncultivated land and a youthful population, millions of Africans remain food insecure,' Faki said. He called for increased investment in mechanization, modern farming technologies, and governance reforms to ensure accountability.

Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie emphasized linking smallholder farmers to urban markets. 'The AfCFTA provides a vital framework to allow African agricultural products to compete freely across the continent,' he said, urging member states to implement the CAADP Kampala Declaration effectively.

Angolan President João Lourenço stressed the need for rigorous monitoring of commitments. 'We must double our efforts to meet the targets outlined in our action plans, including producing fertilizers and vaccines for food security,' he said.

Norway’s State Secretary for International Development, Bjorg Sandkjær, reaffirmed international support for Africa’s agricultural agenda. 'The bold vision of the new CAADP strategy aligns with Africa’s broader goals for resilience and prosperity,' she said, pledging continued financial and technical assistance.

The summit adopted the CAADP Kampala Declaration, a ten-year blueprint emphasizing agricultural modernization, climate resilience, and value addition.

The summit adopted the CAADP Kampala Declaration, a ten-year blueprint emphasizing agricultural modernization, climate resilience, and value addition. Uganda’s Agriculture Minister, Frank Tumwebaze, hailed the summit as a milestone. 'The Kampala Declaration validates Uganda’s remarkable journey in agricultural development,' he noted.

As leaders return to their countries, the challenge remains to translate these commitments into concrete actions, unlocking Africa’s potential to ensure food security and economic prosperity for its 1.4 billion citizens.

Leaders at the summit agreed to remove non-tariff barriers and strengthen intra-African trade.

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Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Friday officially launched the country’s first stock exchange in more than 50 years, describing it as a “historic milestone” for the nation’s economy.

The Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX) is seen as a significant step toward establishing “a vibrant capital market ecosystem” in the East African nation, aligning with the Ethiopian government’s recent efforts to liberalize the country’s economy and financial sector.

“In a historic milestone for our economic and financial landscape, we have officially rung the bell to launch the Ethiopian Securities Exchange,” Abiy said after ringing the bell to mark the opening of the stock exchange.

The launch of the ESX would enhance the country’s financial system and contribute to the development of an inclusive economy, he said, adding that the government has invested significant time and conducted extensive research to ensure the exchange’s effectiveness.

The ESX, which operates across various market segments and offers a range of financial products and services tailored to businesses, government entities and institutions, will serve as a platform for both Ethiopian and foreign investors to easily trade in listed equity and debt instruments.

The Ethiopian government said that the ESX aims to provide “a modern, reliable and efficient environment for securities trading through adaptation of modern exchange business operations, skill, technology and trust.”

It also noted that the establishment of Ethiopia’s stock exchange would significantly boost the country’s economic development while building “a sustainable institution that meets the needs of both Ethiopian and regional issuers and investors.”

Meanwhile, Abiy invited investors to explore opportunities in Ethiopia, saying it is “a fast-growing economy with immense potential and a dynamic trajectory toward prosperity.”

The launch of the ESX marks the first stock exchange in Ethiopia since the fall of Emperor Haile Selassie in 1974.

As part of its recent economic liberalization measures, the Ethiopian government last year opened the retail sector to foreign investors, a move that reversed its previous policy of reserving the sector exclusively for local entrepreneurs.

According to the World Bank, Ethiopia, with a population of about 126.5 million, is the second most populous nation in Africa after Nigeria and one of the fastest-growing economies in the region.

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on Friday officially launched the country’s first stock exchange in more than 50 years, describing it as a “historic milestone” for the nation’s economy.

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In collaboration with Ishuri-Umuco, a cultural school established by Rwandans living in the city of Liège, journalist Hélène Annet and filmmaker Yvan Gorré, a journalist at the Belgian national television station RTBF, traveled to Rwanda with children from the Ishuri-Umuco school.

They were led by Eric Twagirimana, the school’s founder and director, alongside his colleague Karurenzi Donatille.

While visiting Rwanda, they produced the documentary, showcasing the children’s experiences, particularly regarding the history of the genocide and how their parents had lived through it.

It also highlighted how Rwanda has rebuilt itself. Donatille Karurenzi, a survivor from Kabgayi, shared her testimony, which added a unique perspective to the film by combining the children’s conversations with her personal story.

The visual footage and music used in the documentary also contributed to its powerful impact.

Ishuri-Umuco was founded in late 2019 by Rwandans in the diaspora from DRB-Rugari Liège, who came together to provide solutions for their children and help them unite and preserve Rwandan culture.

The documentary, titled 'La Force des Racines' (translated as “The Strength of Roots”), was chosen from 19 other films to win the Journalism Prize 2024 at the Brussels Parliament.

The jury selected this 26-minute film due to its thoughtful and careful approach, which made it an excellent educational tool for young people to understand the history of the Genocide against the Tutsi and learn about Rwanda’s progress today.

This award, presented by Speaker Benoit Dispa and other Belgian parliamentarians, journalists, researchers, and others, highlights the value of the media as a tool for education and advocacy for positive change. It also underscores the importance of living in peace.

Through the film, Hélène Annet and Yvan Gorré made a significant contribution to explaining the difficult experiences of Rwandans and encouraged young people to confront global issues like violence and discrimination.

Hélène Henet explained that the film was created to highlight the events of the Genocide against the Tutsi using the testimony of Donatille Karurenzi, who was 13 years old in 1994 and survived in Kabgayi.

'For us, it was essential to make this film to revisit the history of the Genocide against the Tutsi that happened 30 years ago in Rwanda.

'Even here in Europe, the seeds of hatred, violence, and denial continue to persist, sometimes in small ways. Our goal is to show that what happened in Rwanda can happen anywhere. It’s a warning for the youth to be alert, understand history, respect one another, and avoid conflicts over differences like race, language, and origins,' she said.

Director Yvan Gorré explained that the documentary sought to highlight the historical ties between Belgium and Rwanda and stressed the relevance of learning from past mistakes.

'Some of these links are difficult,' he noted, 'but there is also a present and a diaspora here, including survivors living in Belgium. What was important for us was to exercise a right to memory—not as a passive view of history, but as a positive action,' he noted.

In an interview with IGIHE, Donatille Karurenzi expressed her joy about the award, noting how it would help further spread the film’s impact.

Since its release, teachers and students in Belgium have been using the film in schools, occasionally inviting genocide survivors to share their testimonies for a deeper understanding.

She said, 'Beyond the award, we are grateful for the journey that led to the making of this documentary. It gave us the strength to continue teaching children about their country, its history, and the experiences their parents went through. That’s why it’s called 'La Force des Racines.’'

This award is not just recognition but also honors those affected by and survivors of the Genocide against the Tutsi. It serves as a reminder to people around the world to build a better future based on peace and mutual support.

Eric Twagirimana, the director of Ishuri-Umuco de Liège, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the National Academy of Culture, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Rwanda National Police and the Ministry of Unity and Civic Engagement for their significant support in the journey that led to the creation of this film.

He also thanked everyone who contributed to making this project a success.

'I also want to thank the parents who work with us to teach our children about culture and all that comes with it in Liège. Keep it up!' he said.

Commenting on the award, Annet emphasized the importance of preserving history to ensure that the Genocide against the Tutsi, which occurred 30 years ago, is not forgotten.

Director Yvan Gorré explained that the documentary sought to highlight the historical ties between Belgium and Rwanda and stressed the relevance of learning from past mistakes.

Donatille Karurenzi, who represented the Liège Cultural School at the award ceremony for the documentary titled “La Force des Racines.”

Eric Twagirimana, the head of Ishuri-Umuco de Liège, expressed his sincere gratitude to the National Academy of Culture, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation, and the Ministry of Unity and Civic Engagement for their invaluable support throughout the journey that led to the creation of this film.

Journalists Hélène Annet and Yvan Gorré received the award at the Brussels Parliament.

Journalists Hélène Henet, Yvan Gorré and Donatille Karurenzi.

The award was presented at the Brussels Parliament.

Donatille Karurenzi during an interview with IGIHE after the award ceremony.

The Speaker of the Brussels Parliament, Benoit Dispa with the filmmakers and other members of the assembly and jury during the award presentation ceremony.

Journalist Hélène Henet and Yvan Gorré in an interview with IGIHE

Some of the photos of the children and parents from Ishuri-Umuco de Liège during their journey in Rwanda served as the inspiration for this documentary film

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The report shows that electricity transmitted to Uganda’s Kisoro region via the Cyanika border reached 7.57 million kilowatt-hours (KWh) in 2023, up from 6.76 million KWh in 2022.

Similarly, electricity generated at the Mururu II hydropower plant and supplied to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) increased to 240,000 KWh in 2023, compared to 106,000 KWh in 2022.

Further, electricity exported to the DRC through the Kamanyola border rose to 2.83 million KWh in 2023, up from 2.25 million KWh in the previous year.

In total, Rwanda’s electricity exports to Uganda and the DRC amounted to 10.65 million KWh in 2023, a significant rise from 9.12 million KWh recorded in 2022.

Meanwhile, electricity imports into Rwanda surged in 2023, with the country receiving 213.60 million KWh, a sharp increase of 54.47% from the 97.27 million KWh imported in 2022.

Additionally, Uganda’s UNEB delivered 85.25 million KWh of electricity to Rwanda in 2023, a significant jump from 7.03 million KWh in 2022.

The reliance on electricity imports often arises when a country experiences power shortages or when its energy production facilities undergo maintenance.

Recognizing the need for a regional approach to address power deficits, countries in the Great Lakes Region established SNELAC in 1983 as a collective solution.

Domestically, electricity usage within Rwanda also showed substantial growth.

By the end of 2023, 1,504,128 households had access to electricity, including 307,997 in Kigali, 232,194 in the Northern Province, 287,484 in the Southern Province, 354,007 in the Eastern Province, and 322,446 in the Western Province.

This represents an addition of 96,685 households connected to electricity in 2023, compared to the 1,407,443 households recorded in 2022.

Electricity consumption among Rwandan households in 2023 reached 211.16 million KWh, an increase from 178.97 million KWh in the previous year.

Other sectors also contributed significantly to the overall electricity consumption.

Water distribution stations, treatment facilities, and communication towers used 238.30 million KWh, while industries consumed 338.68 million KWh.

Media outlets and broadcasting towers accounted for 5.21 million KWh of electricity usage, and street lighting consumed 26.47 million KWh.

Additionally, healthcare facilities utilized 22.65 million KWh, and statistics institutions used 2.27 million KWh.

Electricity consumption among Rwandan households in 2023 reached 211.16 million KWh, an increase from 178.97 million KWh in the previous year.

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As of 6 p.m. local time on Friday, a total of 119 cholera cases have been recorded, with 14 cases confirmed through laboratory testing, while 12 samples remained under analysis.

In the past 24 hours, 24 new cholera cases were identified, with 20 concentrated in Cacuaco Municipality, the epicenter of the outbreak. Cacuaco, a suburban area in Angola’s capital province of Luanda, is home to over 1.2 million people.

Of the 119 cases reported, 53 percent are female and 47 percent male. Eleven of the 12 deaths occurred in Cacuaco.

The bulletin defines a cholera case as “a patient with severe or extreme dehydration, or death due to acute watery diarrhea, with or without vomiting, in individuals over the age of two in areas where cholera is present.”

A confirmed case is “a suspected case where the cholera vibrio has been isolated in stool samples.”

A timeline chart in the bulletin indicated cholera symptoms were first observed in a patient on December 31, 2024.

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