Central African Republic: Last News

With the Great British Bake Off 2022 now officially well and truly in full swing, week after week viewers at home have been treated to a visual feast as the bakers try their hand at cakes, biscuits, bread and even a very controversial taco recipe. Yet while many viewers have been delighted by the bakes themselves, some fans have been tuning in simply to catch a glimpse of Sandro Farmhouse, a London based contestant hoping to wow the judges with his stunning baking skills.

The U.S. has removed Uganda from the list of nations eligible to benefit from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) because of their enactment of the “Anti-Homosexuality Act.”

Marcus Mumford, Anna Calvi and Hozier are among the artists set to play a fundraising event for Turkey and Syria in London next month.On Saturday, April 15, the famous Royal Albert Hall will host the event, which will raise funds for War Child and the Turkey Mozaik Foundation in response to the deadly recent earthquake.The night will also feature guest appearances by Olivia Colman, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Omid Djalili, as well as the Turkish and Syrian Solidarity Ensemble.Olivia Colman said of her involvement: ‘Why would I NOT take part? If it was my family, people I knew and loved, I would hope people would do what they could to help me. I don’t know how anyone could read about another human’s suffering and not want to do something.”Marcus Mumford added: “I’ve been a Global Ambassador for War Child UK since 2014 and in that time I’ve been privileged to see their vital work in Central African Republic, Iraq, Gaza and Jordan.

viruses on the planet is feared to have claimed the lives of nine people, sparking fears of a wider outbreak.The deaths have occurred in Equatorial Guinea and are believed to have been caused by the Marburg virus. Not dissimilar to coronavirus, it causes its victims to bleed to death.

Marta Balaga Final Cut, a workshop supporting films in post-production from African and Arab countries – launched by the Venice Film Festival’s industry section, Venice Production Bridge – celebrates its 10th anniversary this week. Its goals have remained the same, however, as it continues to provide emerging filmmakers with concrete assistance as well as visibility, all the while strengthening Venice’s role as “bridge builder,” says Alessandra Speciale, its curator. The final selection features titles made by directors from nine different countries: Algeria, Jordan, Guinea, Egypt, Lebanon, Morocco, Palestine, Central African Republic and Tunisia.

asylum seekers to be flown out to Rwanda will arrive this week — and will be warmly welcomed to a resort-style hotel.Under the government’s controversial resettlement policy, the central African country will be the destination for 150 migrants who have arrived in the UK illegally.The decision, which has seen a legal challenge rejected by the high court, has been widely condemned, with even Prince Charles calling the move “appalling”. But the fate that awaits them 4,000 miles away in Rwanda stands in stark contrast to drab detention and processing centres back home.Hope Hotel, in the capital of Kigali, is a 50-room, four-storey establishment, set amid lush green lawns, with jacaranda plants adding a fragrant scent to the air while palm trees sway in the breeze.They will be given bathroom goodies, will be well fed in the restaurant, with three meals a day, while a volleyball court is being constructed outside just for them.There is also a ‘suggestion box’ where they can air their grievances, should they have any, while an array of new washing machines have been installed along with computers in special business areas.

Russian Wagner Group mercenary dubbed "The Executioner" has reportedly been taken out by a Ukrainian sniper. Vladimir Andonov, 44, is thought to have been shot dead in the Kharkiv region of Ukraine.

health officials are racing to find out whether it also spreads through sexual networks, too.There are thought to be two types of monkeypox, the west African and central African strain. Those recently diagnosed in the UK are believed to have the milder west African variant.

Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine will soon stall, as his faltering war machine is crippled by poor communications, outmoded tactics and devastatingly low morale.But even if the advancing columns of Russian tanks were to withdraw, Ukrainians’ misery might not be over.Dr Mike Martin, from The Department of War Studies at King's College in London, says that Putin’s most recent moves – such as signing up mercenaries from Syria and the Central African Republic to reinforce his demoralised troops - are “signs of desperation”.He rejected the notion that Middle Eastern and African fighters could boost the Russian war effort, claiming “they can’t tip up into a new theatre without kit and do anything except get massacred". But, Dr Martin warns, the next big danger for Ukraine could be civil war.

Vladimir Putin’s forces crossed Ukraine’s border on February 24, operatives from the shadowy Wagner Group had penetrated Ukraine ’s defences laying the groundwork for the Russian assault. The Wagner Group is modelled on private armies like American military contractors Blackwater, or South Africa-based Executive Outcomes.

invasion of Ukraine turns into a grim and costly slog, Russian leader Vladimir Putin is looking to his overseas allies to reinforce his flagging army. A video has emerged that appears to show a large group of Syrian mercenaries cheering as they prepare to ship out to Ukraine and Putin has announced that some 16,000 fighters from the Middle East will soon be deployed alongside Russian troops in Ukraine's Donbas region.

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) says Russia has confirmed the use of thermobaric rockets - often called vacuum bombs - in Ukraine and is also "likely" deploying private mercenaries.

In light of the ongoing war in Ukraine, sources tell Deadline that WME will not be hosting its agency’s Oscar party this year, and instead will be donating $1 million  to UNICEF to support families in Ukraine and other areas displaced by war.

Boxing legends Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko have reportedly both been placed on Vladimir Putin's 'kill list' of 24 targets the Russian president wants dead following the invasion of Ukraine. Russia invaded Ukraine last Thursday, and troops are now in northern districts of the capital Kyiv, where former heavyweight king Vitali is mayor.

Naman Ramachandran Netflix and Sky are co-producing for the first time on natural history series “Predators,” a six-parter that will follow six predators across changing landscapes. The series will premiere on Sky Nature in the U.K., Germany and Italy in winter 2022.

Tipping Point fans were scratching the heads of two contestants didn't know the acronym C.A.R stood for the Central African Republic. Contestants Sue and Norman didn't know the answer when host Ben Shephard asked them the Geography question based on countries in Africa.

Rangers have been dealt some good injury fortune for once as centre-back Leon Balogun will reportedly be OK to face Hearts this weekend.

Manchester United's next opponents Leicester City could be set for a huge injury boost ahead of their Premier League clash next weekend.

Rangers defender Leon Balogun silenced his Super Eagles critics when he netted his first ever goal for Nigeria.

Rangers defender Leon Balogun has been backed following his costly Nigeria error in the shock defeat to Central African Republic.

Calvin Bassey believes his Nigeria call up will make his mum's dream come true. The Ibrox defender was named in the Super Eagles squad for the first time as they prepare for World Cup qualifiers against Central African Republic this month.