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Across the NBA, teams and arena staff are taking steps to protect the Earth, enacting new green initiatives to improve efficiency and create a cleaner, cooler future. As we celebrate this past Earth Day, learn about some of the new ways the NBA is working to make our game and our world more sustainable. Atlanta Hawks: As of May 2021, State Farm Arena has diverted at least 90% of fan-generated waste, keeping it out of landfills. In 2023, the site saved over 3 million pounds of potential trash and containers through reductions, reuse, recycling and composting. “Achieving this was only…

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 24 April 2024 – Supporting President Biden’s Digital Transformation Initiative with Africa and building on the US Department of Commerce’s pan-Africa strategy, NBA Africa announced the launch of “Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator”, a continent-based startup accelerator focused on early-stage African startups. Details Triple-Double: NBA Africa Startup Accelerator will support Africa’s tech ecosystem and the next generation of African tech entrepreneurs by providing them with access to mentoring and capital that will help grow the sports and creative industries.Operates from ALX Venturesa leading technology incubator that provides the continent’s technology leaders with access to the skills and…

Rapper star Medikal has arrived in London ahead of his 02 Indigo concert in MayMedikal received a warm welcome in a chauffeur-driven Rolls-Royce CullinanVideos of his reception at Heathrow airport have sparked a backlash from fansGhanaian rapper Medikal is seriously gearing up for his highly anticipated maiden concert in the United Kingdom (UK).Ahead of her May 3 show at Indigo 02 in London, Medikal has already arrived in the British capital.The Omo Ada hitmaker arrived at Heathrow airport with his team on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. The team was accompanied by blogger GH Kwaku.Medikal arrives in London to a warm…

Extreme rainfall in east Africa has led to dozens of deaths in recent weeks, with Burundi appealing for international aid, while in Kenya the streets of the capital turned into rivers. With Kieren Williams, news reporter Wednesday 24 April 2024 18:58, United Kingdom Devastating floods have hit eastern Africa, with extreme rainfall wreaking havoc in many countries. Dozens of deaths have been reported in the region in recent weeks due to torrential rains, which are expected to peak in the coming days.The situation has worsened so much that last week, Burundi – one of the world’s poorest countries – asked…

The main air traffic controllers’ union called off the strike. Photo: JULIEN DE ROSA / AFPSource: AFPHundreds of flights were canceled at French airports on Thursday, despite the country’s main union of air traffic controllers withdrawing a call for a one-day strike after agreeing on higher wages.In Paris about 75 percent of flights to Orly and 55 percent to Charles de Gaulle airport will be grounded on Thursday, civil aviation authority DGAC told airlines in a notice seen by AFP on Wednesday.About 65 percent of services at Marseille airport and 45 percent elsewhere in France will also be cancelled, he…

In the Afigya Kwabre district of Ghana’s Ashanti region, people like Kingsley Owusu are known to grow some of the country’s most important cash crops.Owusu and his community are growing cacao beans Over 30 years. For many years, thanks to the cocoa harvest, he was able to take care of his children, who grew into adults. But now, at 60, Owusu worries about his livelihood. “The decline in production levels was due to climate change And sick. And illegal mining activities also contribute to this,” Owusu told DW, adding that he barely earns enough to survive. Owusu used to produce…

Minister of Energy, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh and Chairman of CNNC, Mr. Yu Jianfeng On the sidelines of the 26th World Energy Congress in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Nuclear Power Ghana Limited and China National Nuclear Corporation Overseas Limited (CNNC) signed a cooperation agreement and framework for the construction of the HPR 1000 Technology Nuclear Power Project and the upgrade of the Ghana grid .This is in line with Cabinet approval to include nuclear in Ghana’s energy mix.Ghana renewed its nuclear program in 2008 to meet the country’s energy demand.Based on the support of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), some countries…

By Samukele Mkhize, Head of Country Compliance/MLRO South Africa for BinanceAs a global leader in the cryptocurrency industry, Binance recognizes its importance Financial Sector Conduct Authority of South Africa (FSCA) recent decision to include cryptocurrencies in licensing legislation. This move comes at a critical time for the evolution of crypto as an investment asset class in South Africa, signaling the maturation of the local crypto market and a step towards integrating digital assets into the mainstream investment ecosystem. Its licensing crypto asset service providers (CASP) aligns with global compliance standards for crypto investments and coincides with the recent dramatic increase…

Ghanaian bride Abena made a beautiful bride as she wore a classy kente dress for her traditional weddingThe beautiful bride looked chic with natural hair and make-up for her plush eventSome social media users commented on the glamorous bride’s stunning Instagram wedding videosGhanaian woman Abena is the first bride in 2024 to marry in a lavish traditional wedding without walking down the aisle in a white dress.The beautiful designer looked gorgeous in a colorful one-armed kente gown with unique beading details.Ghanaian bride Abena and her sister rock kente dresses. Photo: @houseofpaon.Source: InstagramThe Ghanaian bride wore a simple natural ponytail and…

Each business will receive funding, up to $200,000, and will also receive 18 months of targeted company-building support tailored to their specific needs. Madica, an African structured investment program targeting pre-stage entrepreneurs, today announced its first round of investments in three startups. Each business will receive funding, up to $200,000, and will also receive 18 months of targeted company-building support tailored to their specific needs. Among the support offered to investee companies is a tailored curriculum, hands-on and executive coaching, and access to Madica’s global investor network for further funding. The first start-ups to be invested in are:• Kola Market…