‘Let Communities Lead’ on World Aids Day 2023

‘Let Communities Lead’ on World Aids Day 2023

Despite efforts to eliminate AIDS by 2030, marked by World AIDS Day on 1 December 2023 under the theme "Let Communities Lead," UNAIDS has stressed that the task is incomplete with its new report suggesting that achieving the ambitious goal is still possible with full support for frontline communities. The Deputy Executive Director for the UN Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), Angeli Achrekar, says that so far, the “job isn't done.” […]

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Namibia

Oshana region records increase in GBV cases

The Oshana Region is fighting a rising number of Gender-Based Violence and rape cases, which has become a challenge for authorities. Regional Police Commander, Commissioner Naftal Lungameni Sakaria is calling for collaboration from all stakeholders to help the police in combating violence against women and children. Oshana Region Governor Elia Irimari addresses the issue.

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Business / Economics

Harold Pupkewitz Business School launches merger with the Centre for Enterprise Development

The Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business has officially launched its merger with the Centre for Enterprise Development, forming a dynamic Business School at the Namibia University of Science and Technology under the theme "Reimagining Business Education: A New Path for HP-GSB." The launch featured a speech by Namibia Wildlife Resorts Managing Director Matthias Ngwangwama. Here’s the NWR’s Nelson Ashipala.

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APO International

President Infantino stresses need for investment in women’s football in European Broadcasting Union (EBU) address

FIFA President (www.FIFA.com) attended the 91st European Broadcasting Union (EBU) General Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland; Updated agreement for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ resulted in the tournament being broadcast in 34 European territories; Mr Infantino highlighted the need for partnership with EBU to find the best solutions to promote and develop women’s football. Gianni Infantino has stressed the need for broadcasters to pay a fair price for the commercial […]

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World

U.S. Governors square off in televised debate

Florida's Republican Governor Ron Desantis and California's Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom will face off in a televised debate tonight. Ira Spitzer reports that it's an unusual event, especially since only one of the two men is running for the presidency.

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Namibia

NamPol launches festive season road safety campaign

The Namibian Police has officially launched the festive Season Road Safety Campaign at the Okapuka Road Traffic Checkpoint, between Windhoek and Okahandja. Here is Nampol's spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi.

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Namibia

Unemployed teachers protest poor leadership

Hundreds of unemployed teachers are protesting nationwide, blaming the Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture for inadequate leadership and poor planning. They argue that these issues are delaying the delivery of quality education in the country. Mahongora Kavihuha Secretary General of the Trade Union Congress of Namibia.

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World

If you’re heading to the Olympics in Paris next year, you’ll need a QR code

The Paris police chief says that a QR code will be needed by some people moving around Paris next summer during the Olympics. The Associated Press reports that that was the message from organisers of the Paris Olympics on Wednesday as they sought to reassure the French capital’s residents that security measures and traffic restrictions won’t make their lives nightmarish during the 26 July to 11 August 2024 event and […]

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Namibia

Otjozondjupa launches festive season road safety campaign

The road safety campaign for the Otjozondjupa Region was officially launched at the B1 police roadblock outside Otjiwarongo on Wednesday. Otjozondjupa Governor, James Uerikua urged road users passing through the Okahandja-Otjiwarongo as well as the Otjiwarongo-Otavi portions of the national road to adhere to the road traffic rules and regulations during the festive season. The Namibia Press Agency reports that due to anticipated high traffic volumes during the festive season, […]

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