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Zawya
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
Free Livestream to Celebrate Africa's Innovation and Leadership
( opens free registration for the Africa in Motion livestream event, a vibrant celebration of African-led progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). On June 4, 2025, at 6:30 PM WAT, watch the event from anywhere in the world to experience real-time stories of innovation in health, gender equality, and economic opportunity, showcasing Africa's bold leadership. Themed ' The Future of Progress: Africa in Motion,' this dynamic event, will take place in Lagos, and feature a curated program of panel discussions, storytelling, and musical performances curated by Nigerian hip-hop pioneer MI Abaga. With Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, the charismatic host of Big Brother Naija and Rubbin' Minds, leading the evening. will connect a digital audience via livestream, amplifying impact from Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and beyond. Event Highlights: Inspiring Voices: Engage with Africa's change-makers, including: Ifeoluwa Dare-Johnson, CEO of Healthtracka, revolutionizing women's health with tools like the State of Women's Health Report – Nigeria and Lola AI chatbot. Lehlé Baldé, Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 media leader, whose global storytelling for the Gates Foundation and BBC champions African excellence. Folly Bah Thibault, Al Jazeera English presenter and founder of 'Elle ira à l'école' Fondation Kesso Bah, advocating for girls' education in Guinea. Eniola Mafe-Abaga, Global Advocacy Director at Bridges to Prosperity, connecting 3.2 million people to services through rural infrastructure. MI Abaga, whose music curation and TASCK agency are reshaping Africa's creative landscape, bringing a vibrant pulse to the event. African Solutions: Discover local innovations, from health tech breakthroughs to policy solutions, driving sustainable progress despite global challenges. Free Livestream Access: Register for free to watch the 75-minute program and join with a Pan-African community. Why It Matters: Africa's dynamic youth and innovation ecosystems are leading global progress, yet funding gaps persist. Africa in Motion spotlights how community-rooted solutions deliver lasting impact, proving Africa is shaping the future. This free livestream invites everyone to witness and join the movement. How to Register: Sign up for free at ( to watch the livestream in real time from anywhere. Follow #AfricaInMotion on social media for updates. Don't miss this chance to connect with Africa's vibrant spirit! 'Africa in Motion showcases the continent's unstoppable momentum, and we're pleased to offer free livestream registration so anyone, anywhere, can join us in real time,' said Teresa Clarke, Chair&CEO of 'This is your opportunity to witness the ideas and leaders shaping Africa's future.' Registration URL: Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Media Contact: Tobi Oguntola Email: About is a digital media company celebrating Africa's stories, culture, and innovation. With an authentic, vibrant, and unifying voice, we inspire and inform audiences about the continent's limitless potential.
Al Jazeera
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Jazeera
What could decide the election of the next pope?
Cardinals of the Catholic Church are gathering in Rome to elect the next pope. Whether a moderniser or conservative wins, big challenges await – both within the church and on the global political stage. So what are they? And what could be the future direction of the church? Presenter: Folly Bah Thibault Guests: Gerard O'Connell – Vatican correspondent for America magazine and author of The Election of Pope Francis: An Inside Account of the Conclave that Changed History Michel Mondengele – Country director for Sierra Leone and Liberia for the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development Stan Chu Ilo – Research professor of world Catholicism at DePaul University and president of the Pan-African Catholic Theology and Pastoral Network
Al Jazeera
28-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Jazeera
Will the ICJ hold Israel to account?
The Hague is hearing another case against Israel in what could be a test of Israeli defiance of international law. The International Court of Justice is holding hearings this week to determine what responsibilities Israel has to ensure aid gets to Palestinians in territory it occupies. But Israel has shown in the past it has no issue with ignoring international law or court rulings. So will any of these decisions have an impact on the 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza struggling to find food under an Israeli blockade that's now lasted nearly two months? Presenter: Folly Bah Thibault Guests: Sam Rose – senior acting director, UNRWA Affairs in Gaza Michael Lynk – human rights lawyer and professor emeritus, Faculty of Law, Western University in London, Ontario Gideon Levy – columnist, Haaretz newspaper
Al Jazeera
21-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Jazeera
What's the legacy of Pope Francis?
Pope Francis was widely regarded as the 'people's pope'. He was the first Latin American to lead the Roman Catholic Church, which has more than 1.4 billion followers worldwide. Often a voice for the poor, Francis also faced fierce resistance in his efforts to reshape the highly traditional and conservative church. His messages about peace, poverty and climate change have resonated loudly across Asia, Africa and the Middle East. But will his legacy translate into lasting change? And where does the Catholic Church go from here? Presenter: Folly Bah Thibault Guests: Reverend Munther Isaac – Palestinian pastor, author of the book Christ in the Rubble: Faith, the Bible, and the Genocide in Gaza Father James Oyet Latansio – Catholic priest and general secretary of the South Sudan Council of Churches Father Francis Lucas – Catholic priest and executive director of the Catholic Media Network
