insert_link APO International Uganda: Government moves to increase Supreme Court judges Government has tabled the Judicature (Amendment) Bill, 2023, seeking to increase the number of judges on both the Supreme Court and Court of Appeal. The Supreme Court is the highest Court of judicature in Uganda while the Court of Appeal, which also sits as the Constitutional Court, listens to appeals from the High Court. The Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Norbert Mao, tabled the bill during the sitting chaired […] todayNovember 23, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Mozambique: Authorities must investigate lethal use of force against protesters Mozambican police used excessive and lethal force against peaceful protesters and bystanders, including firing live ammunition and teargas, following disputed local elections in October, said Amnesty International. The Police of the Republic of Mozambique’s (PRM) response to widespread unrest that broke out on 12 October left at least 5 civilians dead, including three children, and a further 27 injured so far. “The use of excessive force by the PRM, which […] todayNovember 23, 2023 1
insert_link Namibia Excitement Builds for 2023 Nedbank Namibia National Marathon Championships By Dilia Mazula Windhoek, Namibia - The cycling community in Namibia is abuzz with anticipation as the 2023 Nedbank Namibia National Marathon Championships (XCM) gears up to kick off this Saturday, November 25, at the IJG Trails in Windhoek. Organized by the Rock and Rut Mountain Bike Club in collaboration with the Namibian Cycling Federation, this year's event promises to be a spectacle, with over 60 cyclists gearing up to […] todayNovember 23, 2023 12
insert_link World New York Governor says US-Canada bridge explosion not “terrorist activity The New York state Governor says there is "no evidence" the vehicle explosion at the US-Canada border was "terrorist activity". Two people died after a car went airborne, and crashed in a border checkpoint booth at the Rainbow Bridge crossing near Niagara Falls. The FBI is investigating and earlier the four border crossings in the area were closed. Governor Kathy Hochul briefed reporters on the latest. todayNovember 23, 2023 9
insert_link South Africa SA’s President Ramaphosa stresses the importance of improving the country’s ports SA's President Cyril Ramaphosa says port cruise terminals provide multi-modal connectivity to the region and the rest of the world, thus contributing to the growth of the tourism industry. He officially opened the Nelson Mandela cruise terminal in the Durban Port in KwaZulu-Natal yesterday evening. In 2019, the Mediterranean Shipping Company entered into a Public Private Partnership with Transnet to design, build, and operate a new cruise terminal at the […] todayNovember 23, 2023
insert_link Namibia PM urges local authorities to continue fostering development Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said local authorities play a leading role in fostering socio-economic development in their local areas, by ensuring efficient services and attracting and nurturing business activities. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila made the remarks during the official opening of the good governance, leadership and project management training for the Association of Local Authorities Namibia in collaboration with the Namibia University of Science and Technology in Ongwediva.She added that local authorities are […] todayNovember 23, 2023 8
insert_link Environment Integrated Farming System is Key to Sustainable Agriculture By: Erastus Ngaruka, Technical Advisor: Livestock & Rangeland Management Agricultural production in Namibia is highly susceptible to the effects of climate change and ultimately threatens food security and sustainable livelihoods. This vulnerability can however be reduced through the adoption of appropriate farming systems that foster sustainable agriculture. To this end, sustainable agriculture entails the continued production of food under appropriate farming practices that will not compromise the production environment. An […] todayNovember 23, 2023 10
insert_link APO International European Union (EU) member states must reverse deadly inaction on Central Mediterranean migration The deliberate inaction of European Union states on migration in the Central Mediterranean has led to 2023 becoming the deadliest year since 2017; a new MSF report outlines the EU’s dangerous policies and documents their practices which have directly led to people’s deaths; MSF urges the European Union and its member states to immediately prioritise the safety of those seeking sanctuary at European shores. With almost 2,200 children, women, and […] todayNovember 23, 2023 2
insert_link APO International Expanding partnerships: President Touray received delegations from Sightsavers international and coalition for the Sahel The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H. E Dr. Omar Alieu Touray has met with the Chief Executive Officer of Sightsavers International, Dr. Caroline Harper and the High Representative of Coalition for the Sahel, Mr. Hamadi Meimou in his office at the ECOWAS Commission in Abuja, Nigeria. While receiving the Sightsavers delegation, President Touray highlighted the work of the Commission in improving healthcare access in the region with collaboration with […] todayNovember 23, 2023