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African Manager
02-07-2025
- Business
- African Manager
Call to allocate 30% of national tourism capacity to citizens
The Tunisian Organization for Consumer Information (OTIC) has called for an urgent legislative initiative to guarantee Tunisian citizens, especially low-income families the right to access at least 30% of the country's national tourism capacity. This access would be provided at preferential, transparent and clearly defined prices and subject to oversight by independent bodies. The organization also proposed the creation of a 'permanent national mechanism for social tourism', aimed at mobilizing unused public resources and facilities during school holidays, such as dormitories, school and university canteens, youth and cultural centers, campgrounds, and sports complexes. These would serve to provide accommodation and activities for children, pupils, students, and youth within structured recreational, cultural, and educational programs. Furthermore, OTIC reiterated the need to include a special clause in the upcoming Finance Law to establish a dedicated public fund to support social and domestic tourism, along with tax incentives for tourism establishments that adopt this approach. OTIC emphasized that citizens' right to leisure and to discovering the geographical and cultural wealth of their country is a civic right and a fundamental pillar of belonging, citizenship, and balanced development. FTH: 38% of Hotel Guests Are Tunisians JalelEddineHenchiri, Vice President of the Tunisian Hotel Federation (FTH), highlighted the growing importance of domestic tourism and its key role in supporting the national economy and promoting regional development. Speaking on Midi Express, Henchiri noted that in 2024, Tunisian residents spent over 5 million hotel nights, accounting for 21% of total overnight stays, and 38% of hotel guests were Tunisians. He stressed that domestic tourism goes beyond traditional hotels and underscored the value of alternative tourism. Henchiri also called for greater diversification in tourism offerings for local citizens. The Ministry of Tourism is currently conducting a comprehensive study to develop an integrated vision for domestic tourism in Tunisia. This includes updating regulations and specifications for alternative tourist accommodations. Tunisia boasts major assets that can help turn new forms of tourism into a real engine for regional development while appealing to tourists interested in culture, nature, and authenticity. Thanks to its ecological diversity and rich cultural, archaeological, and culinary heritage, Tunisia holds enormous potential for sustainable tourism, a concept that has emerged globally as a response to the harmful effects of mass tourism.
USA Today
26-03-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Damian Lillard injury update: Bucks star diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis
Damian Lillard injury update: Bucks star diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis Show Caption Hide Caption The best storyline in the NBA this season What is the NBA best storyline this season? There are plenty of good ones to choose from! The FTH make their picks here. This story was updated with new information Damian Lillard will miss time for the Milwaukee Bucks, less than a month before the NBA playoffs begin. He was listed as out on the team's injury report for Wednesday's game against the Denver Nuggets with a right calf strain in the early afternoon. Lillard was later diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot) in his right calf, the Bucks announced Tuesday night. A timetable for a possible return this season has not been reported. The veteran guard is "on blood-thinning medication, which has stabilized the DVT," the Bucks said. Lillard will continue with regular testing. "Damian's health is our No. 1 priority," Bucks GM Jon Horst said in the team's statement. "We will support him as he moves through this weekly process of strict criteria to ensure that it is safe for him to return to play. "Doctors have indicated that his situation is very unlikely to occur again. We are thankful that this was identified and medicated quickly, which helps with the recovery." The Bucks are fifth in the Eastern Conference standings with a 40-31 record as of Tuesday evening. Damian Lillard shares reaction Lillard provided a statement to NBA reporter Chris Haynes regarding the situation. 'It's unfortunate that something outside of my control would come up,' Lillard said. 'Along with the Bucks' medical staff, our priorities are to protect my health and safety. "As much as I love basketball, I need to be there for my kids and my family. I'm grateful the Bucks acted quickly on this. They've been supportive and proactive throughout this process. I look forward to moving past this and continuing my career.' What is deep vein thrombosis? Deep vein thrombosis occurs when a blood clot forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs, according to the Mayo Clinic. DVT can cause pain or swelling in the leg, but sometimes, there may not be any noticeable symptoms present. The main cause for DVT is damage to a vein from surgery or inflammation and damage caused by infection or injury. What other NBA players have had deep vein thrombosis? Victor Wembanyama was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder just days following the NBA All-Star Weekend in February.
USA Today
09-02-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Who is singing the Black national anthem at Super Bowl 59? What to know about Ledisi
Who is singing the Black national anthem at Super Bowl 59? What to know about Ledisi Show Caption Hide Caption Drafting the best Kendrick Lamar songs for Super Bowl halftime show What songs should Kendrick Lamar perform for the Super Bowl halftime show? The FTH squad drafted their best tracks to make their own set lists. Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Ledisi will perform the Black national anthem at the 2025 Super Bowl. For the fifth year in a row, the Super Bowl pregame show will feature a performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing," the song that's widely known as the Black national anthem. The tradition began in 2021 with a pre-recorded video of Alicia Keys performing the hymn. Gospel duo Mary Mary performed the song one year later in Los Angeles, and Sheryl Lee Ralph was in Glendale, Arizona to sing the anthem ahead of Super Bowl 57. Last year, Andra Day sang "Lift Every Voice and Sing" in Las Vegas before Super Bowl 58. This year, Ledisi will perform the Black national anthem in a pregame show that will also include Jon Batiste singing the American national anthem. Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle will also perform "America the Beautiful" before the game. Here's what to know about Ledisi: JON BATISTE: What to know about Super Bowl 59's national anthem singer Who is Ledisi? Ledisi is a Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter known for her incredible voice and fusion of music genres like R&B, soul, jazz and funk. She was born in New Orleans and lived there for 13 years. According to a 2011 interview with NPR, by the time she was eight years old, she was performing with the New Orleans Symphony Orchestra. Ledisi eventually moved to Oakland, California ahead of high school and studied opera and piano at the University of California, Berkeley. This year's Black national anthem singer points to Nina Simona as one of her biggest inspirations as a singer. In 2021, Ledisi released a tribute album called "Ledisi Sings Nina," which she will perform in New Orleans later this year to conclude her upcoming tour. Ledisi has also been in six theater productions (including two on Broadway), two TV episodes, nine movies and is set to star in "Verona's Romeo & Juliet," which is due for a release sometime this month. KENDRICK LAMAR: Everything to know about Super Bowl 59's halftime performer Ledisi tour Ledisi is touring for three months this year. According to her website, her tour begins with her pregame performance of the Black national anthem at the Super Bowl. The week after that, she's performing in Grand Prairie and Sugar Land, Texas. A week after her Texas stops, Ledisi is playing back-to-back days at Blues Jam 2025 in New York on Feb. 21 and 22. She'll take a two-month break after that before heading to Las Vegas for the Las Vegas City of Lights Jazz and R&B Festival on April 26. Ledisi's tour will conclude where it started when she performs at the New Orleans Jazz Fest on May 3. How to watch Super Bowl 59 Date: Sunday, Feb. 9 Sunday, Feb. 9 Time: 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT Location: New Orleans, Louisiana New Orleans, Louisiana Venue: Caesars Superdome Caesars Superdome Cable TV: Fox Fox Streaming: Tubi; Fubo (which offers a free trial) Stream the Super Bowl with Fubo Fox will broadcast Super Bowl 59. Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady will provide the commentary for the matchup as Fox's lead broadcast duo.
