insert_link APO International Botswana innovator Sarah Molema has been shortlisted for the Aurora Tech Award 2024 Sarah Molema, the innovative founder of Deaftronics (Pty) Ltd in Botswana, has been shortlisted for the 2024 Aurora Tech Award, a prestigious accolade honoring women founders combating gender inequality in the tech industry. Chosen from 649 applicants, Molema's inclusion as one of the 20 global finalists not only highlights her personal achievements but also signifies Botswana's growing impact in the technological world. Her leadership at Deaftronics is pioneering in aiding […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 10
insert_link APO International Liberia: Following Inaugural Activities, Ghanaian President visits President Boakai at his Rehab Residence in Paynesville The President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo Addo paid a courtesy visit to President Joseph Nyuma Boakai at his Rehab Residence following inaugural activities on Capitol Hill. President Joseph Boakai welcomed his brother and thanked him for the visit. The two Presidents discussed Ghana Liberia -relations and agreed to strengthen their already friendly and longstanding relations. Liberia and Ghana shared cultural ties and common […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 1
insert_link APO International Liberia: His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sworn in as Liberia’s 26th President His Excellency, Joseph Nyuma Boakai has been sworn in as Liberia’s 26th President at an Inauguration Ceremony on the grounds of the National Legislature of Liberia. Administering the Oath of Office in keeping with Article 53 of the Constitution of Liberia, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Liberia challenged the President to perform his duties within the confines of the laws of the Republic of Liberia. Attending the […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 6
insert_link APO International United States Inaugural Delegation Visits President Boakai; Promises to Help Fight Corruption in Liberia United States President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. has congratulated His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai and Vice President Jeremiah K. Koung on their inauguration as President and Vice President of Liberia respectively with an affirmation of partnership and continuous support to Liberia’s development programs. This message was conveyed to President Boakai and Vice President Koung by the United States Ambassador to the United Nations and Special Envoy to the Inauguration of […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 5
insert_link APO International United Nations (UN) Women Malawi Ignites Change With a Pioneering HeForShe Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) & Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) In a powerful initiative fueled by UN Women Malawi, change agents gathered at the Makawa area in Mangochi, spearheading an awareness campaign focused on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and HIV prevention. This effort has ignited insightful discussions at an intergenerational community dialogue, championed by UN Women under the HeForShe banner. Community leaders, young minds, and dedicated partners came together, actively engaging in conversations that aimed to foster positive masculinities and combat […] todayJanuary 24, 2024
insert_link APO International Supporting survivors of sexual assault in Ethiopia, and working to stop violence before it starts Ayantu* was 14 when she was betrayed by someone society had taught her to trust. One night in February 2021, the teenager from the town of Bule Hora in southern Ethiopia, left her home following a heated argument with her family. Seeking out a relative at a local government office where they worked, Ayantu instead found herself stranded and alone, as her relative was not there. With dusk approaching, police […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 1
insert_link Namibia Invest in modern maize technologies: Venaani The president of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), McHenry Venaani, has urged the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform to modernise maize production for self-sufficiency. In a media statement issued on Monday, Venaani said Namibia imported approximately 82 000 tonnes of maize in 2023 alone. “With reports of a mere 42 per cent harvest projected for 2023/24, leaving almost 60 per cent of our white maize needs […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 18
insert_link Business / Economics Financial Resilience: Strategies for Navigating Economic Uncertainty in the New Year By Jo-Ann van Wyk, Client Relationship Consultant, Old Mutual Investment Group, Old Mutual Namibia Stepping into a new year requires more than normal financial planning in the ever-changing landscape of economic challenges. Financial resilience is a systematic strategy to navigating unpredictable market dynamics, geopolitical developments, and unanticipated global events. Building a strong financial foundation begins with the establishment of an emergency fund. Recent worldwide financial crises have highlighted […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 22
insert_link Sport England’s Stokes ‘devastated’ at Bashir visa row England skipper Ben Stokes said Wednesday he was "devastated" visa issues had stopped teammate Shoaib Bashir from entering India for a five-Test series, as his counterpart said he hoped the matter would be "quickly" resolved. Britain-born Bashir, a 20-year-old of Pakistani heritage, was unable to join the rest of the squad flying to India from a training camp in Abu Dhabi ahead of the opener in Hyderabad following a delay […] todayJanuary 24, 2024 7