insert_link Namibia Majority of Namibians still lack internet access Peya Mushelenga, the Minister of Information and Communication Technology, addressed Namibia’s stance on digital inclusion and accessibility challenges on Thursday in observance of the African Telecommunications/ICT Day. The minister stated that, presently, 56 per cent of Namibians have internet access, prompting a call for increased efforts to achieve universal connectivity. “We need to redouble our efforts to ensure we achieve a 100 per cent rate,” Mushelenga said in a statement […] todayDecember 8, 2023 1
insert_link Namibia Windhoek has enough land to cater for low-cost housing: Matyayi The Chief Executive Officer of the City of Windhoek, Moses Matyayi, has said that the City has sufficient land to support housing initiatives aimed at formalising informal settlements in the nation’s capital. The Windhoek municipality, together with the National Housing Enterprise (NHE) and the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development, is implementing a pilot project to construct low-cost housing in the city’s informal settlements. The Informal Settlement Upgrading Project (ISUP) […] todayDecember 8, 2023 13
insert_link APO International Rugby: Cape Town is the second round of HSBC SVNS 2024, featuring the top 12 men’s and 12 women’s teams in the world The stage is set for HSBC SVNS Cape Town on 9-10 December at DHL Stadium as the world’s best 12 men’s and women’s rugby sevens teams are ready to showcase their incredible talents on the pitch. Meanwhile a huge entertainment line-up, including live music, mass- participation sports activities and food from around the globe will create a vibrant festival experience for fans to enjoy off the pitch as the reinvigorated […] todayDecember 8, 2023 5
insert_link APO International Human Rights Day (December 10): Rugby as a Driving Force of Positive Changes in Africa (By Herbert Mensah) By President of Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com), Herbert Mensah. Sunday December 10 marks Human Rights Day. As the President of Rugby Africa, the continental governing body of rugby in Africa, I believe it is crucial for us to reflect on whether we, as a collective, cultivated environments that promote the fundamental rights for future generations regardless of gender, religion, race or any other factor. According to the United Nations, Africa is […] todayDecember 8, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Southern Africa’s Frontier Energy Developments to be Unpacked at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 Frontier developments in the southern African region will be on display at the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 forum in Paris, connecting European investors with Africa’s leading projects. The region is home to several new and emerging energy markets — namely, Mozambique, South Africa and Namibia – which offer first-mover advantages and access to transformative projects. These developments will be unpacked in further detail – and interested parties […] todayDecember 8, 2023 1
insert_link APO International LEAP Africa and Dow Unite Over 10,000 Volunteers in 28 African Countries Towards Achieving Sustainable Development Goals In commemoration of International Youth Day 2023, LEAP Africa (www.LeapAfrica.org), one of Africa’s leading non-profit organizations focused on youth leadership development; Dow, a global leader in materials science; and other strategic partners within the youth ecosystem announced the successful conclusion of the 2023 Youth Day of Service (YDoS) campaign, reaching 28 African countries and over 10,000 volunteers across different communities on the continent. The month-long campaign, which kicked off on […] todayDecember 8, 2023 6
insert_link APO International Fixed-wireless access 5G is key to bridging digital divide in Sub-Saharan Africa (By Rami Osman) By Rami Osman (https://apo-opa.co/3RuQqpU), Director for Business Development, MediaTek Middle East and Africa (https://www.MediaTek.com). Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) 5G is emerging as the technology of choice for closing the remaining digital divide in Africa and bringing the educational, entertainment, business and lifestyle benefits of fast broadband to a much wider population in Africa. This will lead to a 5G boom for the African telecoms sector over the next five years, […] todayDecember 8, 2023 2
insert_link APO International Tony Elumelu Convenes Global Leaders and Calls for Immediate Climate Action for Africa at Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai Tony Elumelu Foundation (https://www.TonyElumeluFoundation.org) Hosts US Administration, WTO, UNDP, IFC, UNICEF, Rockefeller Foundation Leaders; Champions equitable partnerships to catalyse a new generation of green entrepreneurs; Announces partnership to fund young African entrepreneurs in Green sector with Ikea Foundation, Dutch Government, and UNICEF Generation Unlimited; Secures commitments to support Africa’s youth to drive climate resilience from World Trade Organisation, World Bank, UNDP, Government of Sweden, IFC, US State Department, and others. At […] todayDecember 8, 2023 1
insert_link Namibia Apartheid in Namibia: why human rights and women are celebrated on the same day By Henning Melber, University of Pretoria, via the conversation 10 December is worldwide commemorated as Human Rights Day. It marks the anniversary of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted on that day in 1948. Many countries and organisations acknowledge this as a significant marker. It created a lasting, normative framework defining fundamental human rights. UN Member States, while in constant violation, have all ratified the principles. They remain […] todayDecember 8, 2023 13