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HealthTech Hub launched
At the 2024 YouthConnekt Africa Summit in Kigali, the HealthTech Hub was launched by Timbuktoo Africa Innovation Foundation in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Government of Rwanda.
During the launch on November 9, President Paul Kagame made powerful remarks on the role of African youth in addressing healthcare challenges by scaling up such initiatives.
"We have to put in more energy, resources and ideas and scale it up to reach wherever we intend and for many to benefit from it.'
In the same spirit, The UN Assistant Secretary-General and UNDP Africa Regional Director, Ms. Ahunna Eziakonwa, highlighted the significance of nurturing the youth.
During the launch, the first cohort of 40 young innovators from 21 African countries was unveiled, selected from over 957 applicants, to participate in the startup accelerator programme that is designed to provide early-stage startups with comprehensive support, including access to mentorship, funding, and cutting-edge resources.
Will Jonas Vingegaard Finally Race in the Kigali 2025 Cycling World Championships?
Jonas Vingegaard's absence from the Cycling World Championships has sparked debate in Danish cycling circles.
The Tour de France champion has yet to compete in a World Championship as a pro, but the challenging 2025 World Championship in Rwanda may change that. The course promises a grueling 5,500 meters in elevation, which could suit Vingegaard's strengths.
Teammate Magnus Cort is urging him to participate, saying, "It's always more fun with a stronger team, and Jonas would be our best card."
Although Vingegaard's focus is typically on multi-stage races, his potential in one-day events is undoubted. Despite ending his season early due to a demanding schedule and family commitments, hopes are high for his future participation, with Visma team manager Frans Maassen envisioning success in Montréal's 2026 World Championship.
New Scandal Brews in Balthazar Divorce Drama
A video circulating on social media, allegedly showing Samantha Geminta, wife of Equatorial Guinean businessman Bello Balthazar, has stirred new controversy around the couple's already tumultuous divorce.
Following recent leaks of compromising videos involving Bello, this rumored footage of Samantha has reignited public interest and speculation. While the video's authenticity is unconfirmed, it has intensified the media scrutiny on Samantha, who recently expressed her desire for divorce.
She said, 'Our children reject him; I want a divorce.' This unfolding scandal highlights the pressures faced by high-profile couples amid publicized relationship issues.
Calm returns to Maputo as Mozambique resumes operations amid post-election unrest
Maputo has returned to a semblance of normalcy after police deployed force to disperse large protests following disputed elections.
"At least five people died and 120 were injured," reported the Centre for Democracy and Human Rights, after security forces confronted demonstrators moving toward Maputo's center, creating an 'insurmountable barrier' of trucks and soldiers.
Last week's violent scenes led to the closure of Mozambique's main border with South Africa and suspended operations at Maputo port, crucial for the nation's exports. Grindrod Ltd., owner of Maputo's terminals, confirmed operations resumed, as did some public transport.
Opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane called the unrest 'a revolution' and vowed protests would continue. Despite government warnings to stay off the streets, Mondlane claims the election, which showed the ruling party's candidate winning 71% of votes, was "fraudulent." The opposition has filed an appeal, with Mozambique's top court expected to verify results in the coming weeks.
Musk raises questions on voter ID rules after US election Results
Elon Musk has stirred the voter ID debate with a post suggesting an unusual pattern in the recent U.S. Presidential election. The billionaire shared a map on X, pointing out that most states won by Vice President Kamala Harris either don't require voter ID or accept non-photo IDs.
"Must be a coincidence 🙄," Musk wrote, sparking renewed discussion over election integrity and ID requirements. His post aligns with a longstanding Republican stance that looser ID laws could lead to voter fraud, countering Democratic arguments that strict ID requirements restrict voter access.
Trump, who served as the 45th President of the United States, pulled off a comeback to the White House after winning 312 electoral college votes against Harris' 226 in the elections held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.
Musk's commentary highlights the contentious and ongoing debate surrounding election security and voting accessibility in the U.S.
COP 29 begins in Baku, Azerbaijan
Calls for an increase in climate financing are expected to dominate talks as world leaders gather in Baku, Azerbaijan for the COP 29, which kicks off today until November 22.
The United Nations meeting comes at a time when there is a growing need to fund climate adaptation through capacity building and technology transfer to mitigate the effects of climate change.
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