insert_link South Africa GOOD Party in SA says it is concerned about reports that the Tshwane Economic Development Agency has not attracted a single cent The GOOD Party in SA says it is concerned about reports that the Tshwane Economic Development Agency has not attracted a single cent in foreign direct investment, despite the 500-million-rand in funding over ten years by the City of Tshwane. The agency was established in 2006 as a means of facilitating economic development in the capital city, especially through foreign direct investment. The GOOD party’s, Sarah Mabotsa, says this shows […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 19
insert_link Business / Economics Thought leadership By Etienne Steenkamp-franchise director at Pupkewitz Motors Mastering Success: Embracing the Kaizen Way for Continuous Improvement and Innovation Kaizen, a term originating from Japanese meaning "change for the better," embodies a philosophy deeply rooted in the pursuit of constant progress. It's not merely about monumental shifts but the accumulation of small, consistent improvements that elevate various aspects of life over time. Consider the minutiae of a morning routine, organizing […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 1
insert_link APO International Horn of Africa: Impunity Fueling Abuses Horn of Africa governments grappled with rampant wartime atrocities and humanitarian crises throughout 2023 with meager international assistance, Human Rights Watch said today in its World Report 2024. Unaddressed historical grievances and impunity for serious crimes continued to spur widespread violations against civilians in the region. The conflicts in Sudan and Ethiopia have had a staggering impact on civilians, resulting in massive loss of life, destruction of property and large-scale displacements. Instead of treating these […] todayJanuary 11, 2024
insert_link APO International United Nations Resident Coordinator Pays Courtesy Call on Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio, Commits to Supporting Government’s Development Priorities His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio has received and welcomed the new United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sierra Leone, Madam Seraphine Wakana, who was appointed by Secretary General, Mr. António Guterres, in November 2023. The envoy, who was accompanied by the Senior Human Rights Advisor, Uchenna Emelonye, Peace&Development Advisor, Simonetta Rossi and Communication and Advocacy Lead, Osman Benk Sankoh, expressed gratitude to the President for accepting her appointment. She […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 4
insert_link APO International Djibouti – Conversation between Catherine Colonna and her Djiboutian counterpart, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Catherine Colonna spoke today by telephone with her Djiboutian counterpart, Mr. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, about the situation in the Red Sea and Sudan. Ms. Colonna reiterated the importance of respecting the freedom of navigation, which is a fundamental principle of international law, and said that France would continue to take all appropriate measures to guarantee safety at sea, as it did through the deployment of […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 9
insert_link APO International The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) is Now Accepting Applications for the Class of 2025 The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST Africa) (https://Meltwater.org/), a leader in tech entrepreneurship training in Africa, announces the opening of applications for the Class of 2025. This 12 month, fully sponsored program, based in Accra, offers a unique training program to help budding entrepreneurs transform their ideas into viable startup businesses through various modules including software development, go-to-market strategies, sales strategies, UI/UX Design, communications and more. The one year […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Ondonga Traditional Authority spokesperson Enkali Frans said they are planning to maximise their harvest Ondonga Traditional Authority spokesperson Enkali Frans said they are planning to maximise their harvest by growing maize meal to assist their people during the drought season. Frans said it is only the government that tries to assist the nation when disaster strikes, hence the need to plan to reserve some food for difficult times. The traditional authority, he said, currently does not receive any financial income from the government so […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 19
insert_link South Africa SA’s National Student Financial Aid Scheme board chairperson has taken a leave of absence SA's National Student Financial Aid Scheme board chairperson, Ernest Khosa, has taken a leave of absence following allegations of corruption levelled against him by the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse. A report by Outa alleges service providers contracted by the scheme paid millions of rand in kickbacks to the minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Blade Nzimande, Khosa and the SACP. The scheme’s spokesperson, Ishmael Mnisi, says Khosa has reiterated […] todayJanuary 11, 2024 15
insert_link World World Bank says China’s economy will slow down further this year Some diverging predictions for China's economy: the World Bank says it will slow down even further this year, compared to 2023, but a Chinese state institute says things are going to get better. Here's Andrew Wood in Hong Kong. ENG CHINAS ECONOMY WORLD BANK todayJanuary 11, 2024 34