Unpacking FinTech: A financial journalism deep dive

Unpacking FinTech: A financial journalism deep dive

By Angie Scholtz 1. INTRODUCTION: The world over, the inclusion and advancement of technology in the financial services sectors and markets have become more and more prevailing to the extent where the accepted acronym for this has been determined to be FinTech which essentially relates to Financial Technology as a designated term. The world is aware of the various levels of information technology infrastructure in various countries which would by […]

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APO International

Argentina peerless, Panama buoyant

Last FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking (https://www.FIFA.com) of year largely unchanged; Argentina end 2023 on top; Panama crowned year’s biggest climbers. Only 11 men’s international matches have been played since the last FIFA/Coca-Cola Men’s World Ranking was released in November. Nine of those fixtures featured OFC teams who participated in the Pacific Games. The other two involved Colombia, who faced Venezuela and Mexico in friendlies. Given the lack of action, it is small wonder […]

December 21, 2023 1

Namibia

Cryptocurrency suspects granted bail

Five people accused in an alleged cryptocurrency scheme were each granted bail of N.dollars 20 000 in the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. Tango Muulyau, Shi Zi Jun, Lin Shu Lin, Chen You Yi, and Carlos Alejandro are implicated in an alleged cryptocurrency scam involving the recruitment of young Namibians. The suspects face charges alongside Fan Jia, Guo Linzie, Haifeng Zheng, Li Zirian, Chen Wuyu, Neng Jun Wu, Wu […]

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World

England’s hospitals are expecting major disruption once again

England's hospitals are expecting major disruption once again as junior doctors go on strike over a pay dispute. This will be their 26th day of strike action this year, and is due to last three days. Another six days of strike action will begin in the new year. Stuart Smith has more from London.

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Namibia

OTC invests 4.1 million in electrification projects

The Ongwediva Town Council has recently completed an electrification project in Sky Phase 3, investing N$4.1 million into the initiative. During the project's inauguration, Shalyefu highlighted the council's dedication to promptly delivering essential services to residents. This effort will provide electricity to 151 plots in the area. Additionally, Shalyefu mentioned the earlier completion of sewer projects in Sky Phase 1 and Extension 15, which occurred in July.

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South Africa

Health experts say vaping has not been shown to be effective for quitting smoking

Health experts say vaping has not been shown to be effective for quitting smoking. Instead, according to Wits University’s Guy Richards, e-cigarettes with nicotine are highly addictive. Statistics from the World Health Organisation show e-cigarettes have been banned in 34 countries. Speaking to eNCA, Richards called for urgent action to control e-cigarettes and protect children, as well as non-smokers.

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Africa

Mozambique: EIB Global and Moza Banco provide €20 million to grow women-led businesses

The EIB Global and Moza Banco initiative, as part of the EU’s Global Gateway strategy, will offer financing for small and medium-sized businesses in Mozambique, with a focus on businesses owned or run by women. Women are less likely to be able to access appropriate finance for their business, and the EIB-Moza Banco facility will address that financing gap. The project will support economic growth, […]

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Africa

Cameroonian girls combat menstrual stigma through school clubs and education

By Brenda Kiven, via bird story At 12 years old, a shy Wendy Musi had never heard of a menstrual cycle. The fourth child and one of two girls in a family with six boys, menstruation was simply not a topic discussed at home. Then, one day, Wendy’s world changed. When she got to school, she felt pains in her lower belly. When her French language teacher failed to […]

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World

US-Venezuela prisoner swaps sees Americans freed

Venezuela has released ten detained Americans in a move aimed at easing sanctions on the country, as announced by the government in Caracas. The release was part of a negotiated prisoner exchange facilitated by Qatar. In exchange, the United States freed an individual accused of money laundering, reportedly having close ties to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Our US Correspondent, Benji Hyer, provides further details on this agreement.

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