Africa Rise And Shine

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** IGAD calls for an immediate ceasefire in South Sudan..... *** Zimbabwe's government says protesters will face the full wrath of the law... *** UK Prime Minister David Cameron prepares to hand over power.... *** In Economics: New report shows short-term Brexit implications for Africa... *** And In Sports: Rio Olympic Sevens rugby ball launched....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** South Sudan's Vice President Riek Machar goes into hiding.... *** Theresa May to become Britain's next prime minister...... *** Four South African terror suspects to appear in court... *** In Economics: South Africa and France boost trade relations.... *** And In Sports: British anti doping agency investigates Kenyan claims....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** UN calls on warring factions in South Sudan to stop fighting..... *** Pressure piles on Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe...... *** South African President Jacob Zuma kicks off state visit to France... *** In Economics: India signs five agreements with Tanzania.... *** And In Sports: South Africa's under 20 team beat Lesotho in AFCON qualifier....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** UN envoy expresses concerns over political situation in the DRC... *** Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins state visit to South Africa... *** Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meets his Ethiopian counterpart..... *** In Economics: IMF says South Africa is facing significant challenges.... *** And In Sports: South Africa's Under-20 soccer team ready for Youth Championship qualifier against Lesotho...

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Zimbabweans stay at home in protest against economic hardships... *** Red cross seeks more funds to tackle yellow fever outbreak in Angola ... *** In Economics: African exports under AGOA have reduced significantly since 2008.... *** And In Sports: 25 foreign coaches apply for Malawi national soccer team job...

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Oscar Pistorius to be sentenced today for murdering his girlfriend..... *** UN Envoy says Central African Republic needs more support... *** Kenya says Israel is a critical partner in Africa's fight against terrorism... *** In Economics: India to import pulses from Mozambique through government channels..... *** And In Sports: South Africa's Olympic body President excited about Team South Africa.....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** South Africa dismisses criticism for support of SADC candidate for AU chair.... *** Hundreds protest in Nairobi over the death of Kenyan rights lawyer.... *** Zimbabwe police fire teargas as taxi drivers' protest turns violent... *** In Economics: Vodafone says it may shift headquarters after Brexit..... *** And In Sports: South African Olympic body refutes false reports in media regarding athletes travelling to Rio....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Bangladesh mourns victims of Dhaka terror attack.... *** Burundi's President Pierre Nkurunziza calls for unity... *** MSF calls for resumption of aid and protection for Syrian refugee.... *** In Economics: South African motorists brace themselves for another petrol price hike.. *** And In Sports: France beats Iceland to reach Euro 2016 semifinals......

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_________________________________________________ TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Democratic Republic of Congo marks 56th independence anniversary.. *** Record number of parties to contest local government elections in South Africa... *** Ukraine warring sides urged to respect ceasefire agreement.... *** In Economics: South Africa improves in World Bank Logistics Performance Index... *** And In Sports: South African olympic soccer team beaten by Japan

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Southern African Development Community gives Lesotho an ultimatum... *** Drought in Zimbabwe threatens the well-being of around four million people... *** Concerns over humanitarian situation in Africa's Sahel region...... *** In Economics: Rwanda's Central bank leaves repo rate unchanged... *** And In Sports: Top Kenyan athletes prepare for Olympic trials....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** SADC Double Troika summit gets underway in Gaborone today..... *** UN agency encourages Somali nationals to leave Dadaab camp in Kenya... *** In Economics: Zimbabwean government fail to reach agreement with civil servants on delayed salaries... *** And In Sports: Iceland beat England to reach Euro 2016 quarterfinals...

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Experts call for unity to fight cross-border crimes in East Africa... *** MSF expresses concerns over humanitarian situation in South Sudan... *** South African DJ Black Coffee wins prestigious BET award..... *** In Economics: Africa's richest man shifts focus from cement to oil and gas..... *** In Sports: Lionel Messi retires from international football ....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** DRC opposition leader Moise Katumbi sentenced to jail.... *** Malawian legislator leads half naked protests over albino killings... *** In Economics: IMF extends loan program for drought hit Malawi... *** In Sports: FIFA 2018 World Cup draw to take place in Egypt today......

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Britain votes today on whether to remain part of the EU or leave the block... *** South Africa's electoral body condemns violent protests in Pretoria.... *** Experts say torture victims right to rehabilitation is often neglected.... *** In Economics: Emirates Global Aluminium to press ahead with Guinea bauxite mine.. *** In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana advance to COSAFA Cup Final....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Congolese politician Jean-Pierre Bemba sentenced to 18 years in prison.... *** UN Envoy hopes to resume intra-Syrian peace talks in July... *** South African government condemns violence in Pretoria... *** Tanzania to host the International Forum For Investments.... *** In Sports: Croatia hand Spain their first Euro defeat since 2004…..

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** Mysterious disease kills seven people in Tanzania.... *** New report reveals grim refuugee situation in Africa...... *** SADC Ministers meet to discuss energy and water crisis... *** In Economics: MTN appoints new CEO amid challenging economic climate... *** And In Sports: South Africa's Bafana Bafana prepares for COSAFA Cup semi-final.....

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** UN Envoy says Liberia now ready to manage its own security.... *** African countries urged to to do more to stop Albino attacks.... *** MSF rejects EU funding over Turkey refugee deal.... *** In Economics: Cash strapped Zimbabwean government to delay military salaries... *** In Sports: Egyptian giants Zamalek beat Nigeria's Enyimba in CAF Champions League..

* The African Union is happy that the continent is making progress when it comes to organizing and participating in elections. * The UN says women with disabilities face "specific challenges" which are not common to men with disabilities. * Business news: South Africa's energy company Sasol continues to invest in Mozambique... * Sports news: Stephen Keshi Junior expresses family dissatisfaction about his father's burial.

TOP STORIES ON AFRICA RISE AND SHINE THIS HOUR... *** UN condemns terrorist attack on a gay nightclub in Florida.... *** UN peacekeeping chief, Hervé Ladsous visits South Sudan...... *** Mali prepares to host France Africa Summit.... *** In Economics: MTN to take immediate steps to list in Nigeria...... *** And In Sports: Lesotho claims their biggest ever victory in COSAFA Castle Cup..