In a dominant performance, South Africa's bowlers led the team to a convincing 10-wicket win over West Indies in their first match of the Women's T20 World Cup. Nonkululeko Mlaba's career-best figures of 4/29 and Marizanne Kapp's dismissals of key batters set the tone for the match. South African openers Laura Wolvaardt and Tazmin Britis then sealed the deal with an impressive display of batting, leaving West Indies defeated and in need of a strong comeback in their upcoming matches. With this strong start, South Africa looks to be a top contender for the T20 World Cup title.
South African fast bowler Nandre Burger's impressive performances in recent international matches have been cut short due to a lumbar stress reaction. After making his international debut in all three formats just last year, Burger's injury will force him to miss the remainder of the ODI series against Ireland and the upcoming Test tour of Bangladesh. With his replacement yet to be announced, Burger's absence will surely be felt as South Africa seeks to continue their recent success.
The National Cricket League's "Sixty Strikes" tournament in the United States receives the approval of the International Cricket Council, with South African businessman Haroon Lorgat announced as commissioner and Dubai-based SEE Holdings as a partner for sustainability. With the popularity of cricket on the rise in the US after a strong showing at the T20 World Cup 2024, the inaugural 'Sixty Strikes' tournament is expected to attract 4,000 attendees per match. The tournament also plans to integrate renewable energy at match venues and promote sustainable behaviour among fans, and will see cricket legends like Wasim Akram, Sir Vivian Richards, and Sanath Jayasuriya mentoring the teams.
South African fast bowler Nandre Burger will be missing from the three-match ODI series against Ireland and the Test tour of Bangladesh due to a lumbar stress reaction. In other unfortunate news for the Proteas, Tony de Zorzi has also been ruled out of the second ODI against Ireland and his participation in the upcoming Test tour is uncertain after sustaining a soft tissue injury in his right knee. These absences will undoubtedly pose a challenge for the team as they aim to extend their lead in the ongoing ODI series and perform well in the upcoming Test tour, but replacements are yet to be announced by Cricket South Africa (CSA).
In a statement issued from the Deputy Prime Minister's Office in Dar es Salaam, Doto Biteko urged African countries to tap into the potential of green hydrogen to drive sustainable development, transition to green energy, and lead the global energy revolution. Speaking at the Global African Hydrogen Summit in Windhoek, Biteko emphasized the need for increased energy access and the utilization of available resources such as hydro, natural gas, and renewables. He also highlighted the challenges and opportunities associated with investing in green hydrogen, calling for collaborative efforts and visionary leadership from African governments.
On Friday, Cricket South Africa (CSA) announced Quinton de Kock as the South African ODI Player of the Year for his outstanding performance in the 2023 World Cup. Despite his retirement from 50-over cricket, de Kock's contributions were widely recognized and praised by his peers. Other notable awards were given to Reeza Hendricks, Keshav Maharaj, and Marco Jansen. Others Cricket South Africa (CSA) Awards 2023-2024 Season Performances The CSA Awards for the 2023-2024 season were announced, honoring the top performers in South African cricket from May 2023 to April 2024. Among the recipients were Quinton de Kock for ODI Player of the Year, Reeza Hendricks for T20I Player of the Year, and David Bedingham for Test Player of the Year. The awards also recognized the outstanding contributions of Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen, Nqabayomzi Peter, Wiaan Mulder, and Mihlali Mpongwana in domestic and international cricket.
While speaking at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his admiration for US Vice President Kamala Harris and his preference for her to be the next US President. He praised her "infectious laugh" and noted that she is the first candidate of Asian American and African American descent. Putin also mentioned that he previously supported President Joe Biden, but since he has dropped out of the race, Russia would now support Harris in the November election. He also hinted that Harris' positive disposition could lead to less sanctions on Russia in comparison to former President Donald Trump. However, ultimately, Putin stated that the decision is up to the American people and Russia will respect their choice.
Malawi and Burundi will face off in a highly anticipated match as they begin their qualifying campaigns for the 2025 African Cup of Nations. After both teams missed out on the tournament earlier this year, they will be looking to make a statement and secure their spot in the competition. Malawi, who have struggled since the turn of the year, will be determined to bounce back and claim a win in front of their home fans, while Burundi, who have been on an unbeaten streak, will be aiming to maintain their momentum and secure their second consecutive win.
Despite global efforts to improve maternal healthcare, Kenya stands among the top five African countries with the highest death rates during childbirth. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) reported that the country's maternal mortality ratio is 594 deaths per 100,000 live births, a far cry from the UN SDG target of less than 70 deaths per 100,000. This reality confirms the dangerous undertaking of giving birth in Kenya, posing a challenge for the country's health policies.
This feature delves into the life and work of Bruce Onobrakpeya, a Nigerian artist who used innovative printing techniques and printmaking equipment to create new, vivid depictions of biblical figures that resonated with African Christians during the post-colonial era. From his humble beginnings, Onobrakpeya was able to cultivate a unique creative style and gain widespread recognition for his work, which is now being celebrated at a new exhibition in New York City. Through his use of technology, Onobrakpeya challenged the traditional depictions of biblical scenes and showed the power of art to transcend cultural and geographic boundaries.