insert_link APO International Conference of the Parties (COP 28): A step in the right direction (By Landry Ninteretse) By Landry Ninteretse, Regional Director, 350Africa.org (www.350.org). World leaders have finally agreed that the world must abandon fossil fuels to avoid catastrophic climate change, after 30 years of intense and painful negotiations. This concession was obtained in the face of the outcry caused by the previous draft (https://apo-opa.co/3RNMWyY) which did not explicitly recognise the need to move away from fossil fuels. The Global Stocktake, although hailed by some as 'historic', does not however […] todayDecember 20, 2023 2
insert_link 1 Local Wernhil wishlist 2023: fulfilling dreams for little Jadyn Beukes As the festive season approaches and the magic of Christmas fills the air, Wernhil, managed by Broll Namibia - a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group - is thrilled to announce the continuation of its cherished annual tradition: the Wernhil Christmas Wish List Campaign. “It is a tradition that is deeply grounded in the O&L Persona of being authentic, passionate and caring. This heartwarming initiative has been […] todayDecember 20, 2023 17 1
insert_link Sport Vuelta a Espana 2024 route revealed The course for the 2024 Vuelta a Espana was announced on Tuesday, the 79th edition of the race will start in Portugal on August 17 and end September 8 in Madrid.The riders will get underway with a 12 km time trial in the Portuguese capital Lisbon, which in 1997 was the first city outside of Spain to host the Vuelta's grand depart.The race's opening three stages will take place in […] todayDecember 20, 2023 6
insert_link Sport Olympic surfing controversy deepens The International Surfing Association (ISA) said it proposed next year's Olympic competitions be judged remotely after plans to build a new tower at a famous Tahiti beach sparked fierce local resistance.A proposal made to Paris 2024 organisers and the Polynesian government suggested the use of "live images shot from land, water and drones" to judge events at Teahupo'o on the French Pacific island.The proposition, revealed by the ISA in a […] todayDecember 20, 2023
insert_link World Sandra Day O’Connor, first female Supreme Court Justice, hailed as “American Pioneer” Sandra Day O'Connor - the first woman to sit on the US Supreme Court - was remembered as a "force of nature" during a funeral service at the Washington National Cathedral on Tuesday. O'Connor died earlier this month, aged 93. Toni Waterman reports. todayDecember 20, 2023 6
insert_link South Africa Border Management Authority of South Africa is gearing up to enhance its activities The Border Management Authority of South Africa is gearing up to enhance its activities and streamline movement during the festive season, commencing with the initial phase of deployment at the Lebombo border in Mpumalanga on Saturday. Commissioner Mike Masiapato has articulated that this visit serves the purpose of showcasing the authority's readiness to oversee and support the lawful transit of individuals and commodities across entry points and law enforcement areas […] todayDecember 20, 2023 6
insert_link Sport Dortmund draw with lowly Mainz Borussia Dortmund were held to a 1-1 home draw with lowly Mainz in the Bundesliga on Tuesday, continuing their struggles and deepening coach Edin Terzic's woes.Dortmund impressed early and grabbed the lead thanks to a brilliant free-kick from Julian Brandt but Mainz hit back late in the first half, Sepp van den Berg heading in from close range.USA forward Gio Reyna had the ball in the net in the final […] todayDecember 20, 2023 6
insert_link Sport RG Snyman to move to Leinster South African two-time Rugby World Cup winner RG Snyman will move to Leinster from Irish rivals Munster next season, it was announced on Tuesday.The 28-year-old second row signed for Munster in 2020 but his time at the club has been affected by injuries, and he is sidelined currently with a shoulder problem.Snyman appeared six times off the bench for South Africa at this year's World Cup, as the Springboks beat New […] todayDecember 20, 2023 17
insert_link Sport Man City reach the Club World Cup final Manchester City will have to cope without Erling Haaland as they aim to lift the Club World Cup for the first time in Friday's final against Fluminense. The European champions shrugged off their sluggish Premier League form to cruise past Urawa Reds 3-0 in Tuesday's semi-final in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.Haaland watched on from the stands as Mateo Kovacic and Bernardo Silva struck after Marius Hoibraten's own goal opened the scoring.The […] todayDecember 20, 2023 3