insert_link South Africa Former South African President Zuma withdraws his support of the ANC ahead of general elections Advocate Modidima Mannya, speaking to Newzroom Afrika, stressed that as a member of the African National Congress, former South African President Jacob Zuma is obligated to follow the party's constitution. This follows Mr. Zuma's withdrawal of support for the ANC in the upcoming general elections. The ANC currently faces challenges, with recent polls suggesting it may secure less than 50% of next year's votes, potentially leading to the need for […] todayDecember 18, 2023 18
insert_link Business / Economics The Bank of Namibia considers banking sector resilience buffer The Bank of Namibia is considering adding a counter-cyclical capital buffer to improve resilience in the banking sector. This buffer, a macroprudential policy tool, recognises the dynamics of financial markets and economic activity. Its purpose is to strengthen banks against potential losses during economic stress periods. BoN Governor Johannes !Gawaxab says the central bank will begin consultations with the industry regarding the buffer's implementation. todayDecember 18, 2023 13
insert_link Namibia Namibia implements visas on arrival Travelers to Namibia via the Katima Mulilo, Ngoma, and Impalila border posts in the Zambezi Region can now obtain visas upon arrival. Some countries without diplomatic representation in Namibia no longer require prior visa applications for entry or transit. The Ministry of Home Affairs advocates electronic transfers for visa payments to enhance financial transaction management instead of cash payments. Visas upon arrival apply to diplomatic, official, and ordinary passport holders. […] todayDecember 18, 2023 35
insert_link APO International His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid Arrives in Kuwait to Represent His Majesty the King at Presentation of Condolences Following death of His Highness Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah His Royal Highness Prince Moulay Rachid arrived, on Monday in Kuwait, to represent His Majesty King Mohammed VI at the presentation of condolences following the death of the Emir of the State, HH Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah. Upon his arrival at the princely airport, HRH Prince Moulay Rachid was welcomed by the Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs of the Emir of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah […] todayDecember 18, 2023 5
insert_link APO International Dominic Ongwen transferred to Norway to serve his sentence of imprisonment On 18 December 2023, Dominic Ongwen was transferred to a prison facility in the Kingdom of Norway to serve his sentence of imprisonment. Mr Ongwen is the fifth person transferred by the International Criminal Court ("ICC" or "Court") (www.ICC-CPI.int) to a State that has indicated its willingness to accept sentenced persons. On 9 November 2023, the Presidency of the ICC designated (https://apo-opa.co/478ubKS) Norway as the State of enforcement for the sentence […] todayDecember 18, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Media accreditation process for The Best FIFA Football Awards™ launched FIFA (https://www.FIFA.com) is pleased to announce that the media accreditation process for The Best FIFA Football Awards™ 2023, which will take place at the Eventim Apollo in London on Monday, 15 January 2024 has now been launched. The deadline for submitting accreditation requests is 8 January 2024. The process will be handled via the FIFA Media Hub (https://apo-opa.co/3TvKQF9) for written press and photographers. Please note that there is limited space available at the event. Please ensure […] todayDecember 18, 2023
insert_link APO International The Nexus of Food, Water & Energy: A Key Element to Egypt’s Climate Efforts Egyptians are experiencing firsthand the impacts of climate change as temperatures soar, droughts are more frequent and future water supply is less certain. That is why Egypt has put climate change as one of its top development priorities. A key element of the Egyptian government’s efforts to address climate change is connecting the dots between the food, water and energy sectors. This was particularly evident during Egypt’s presidency of COP27 […] todayDecember 18, 2023 8
insert_link APO International President of Human Rights Council appoints members of new investigative mechanism on Sudan The President of the Human Rights Council, Václav Bálek (Czech Republic), has announced the appointment of Mohamed Chande Othman of Tanzania, Joy Ezeilo of Nigeria and Mona Rishmawi of Jordan/Switzerland to serve as the three independent members of the new Independent International Fact-Finding Mission for the Sudan. Mr. Othman will serve as Chair of the Mission. The Human Rights Council established the Fact-Finding Mission in October, through resolution A/HRC/RES/54/2, “to investigate […] todayDecember 18, 2023
insert_link APO International Seychelles: President Wavel Ramkalawan sends congratulatory message to His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Emir of the State of Kuwait The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, has sent a message of congratulations to His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, on the occasion of his accession as the Emir of the State of Kuwait. In his message, President Ramkalawan, stated: “On behalf of the Government and the people of Seychelles, and on my own behalf, I extend my warmest congratulations on Your Highness’ accession as the […] todayDecember 18, 2023