African Development Bank (AfDB) Head Adesina backs infrastructure projects in strategic two-day visit to Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

African Development Bank (https://www.AfDB.org) President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has concluded a two-day visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo for high-level talks on accelerating strategic development projects in the country. The visit, which began on Friday January 19th, saw his participation in a breakfast meeting with several key cabinet ministers: Aimé Boji Sangara, Minister of State in charge of Budget; Minister of Industry Julien Palulu; José Mpanda, Minister of […]

January 24, 2024 4

APO International

World Health Organization Partners with Universidade Agostinho Neto to Strengthen Health Education and Research in Angola – Cloned

22nd January 2024 marks a momentous day for health and education in Angola, as the World Health Organization (WHO) and Universidade Agostinho Neto (UAN) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This event headed by the WHO Acting Representative in Angola, Dr. Humphrey Karamagi, and UAN's Rector, Professor Dr. Pedro Magalhães, symbolizes a significant stride in enhancing health education, research, and the strengthening of Angola's health system. Dr. Karamagi, addressing a […]

January 24, 2024 8

Africa

Liberia transferred power peacefully again: 3 reasons the calm is holding, and one red flag

By Charles Wratto, Babes Bolyai University Joseph Boakai was sworn in as Liberia’s 26th president on 22 January 2024. Boakai secured a six year term of office after defeating incumbent president George Weah in a keenly contested November 2023 poll with 50.9% of the votes cast. The west African country of 5 million people reached a major milestone on 17 November 2023, when Weah, of the Congress for […]

January 24, 2024 9

South Africa

Gauteng police have arrested a suspect in connection with the Usindiso building fire in Marshalltown, Johannesburg

Gauteng police have arrested a suspect in connection with the Usindiso building fire in Marshalltown, Johannesburg. A man, identified as Mr X, voluntarily testified in-camera at the Commission of Inquiry into the Usindiso building fire hearings yesterday that he started the fire that claimed the lives of 76 people last year. He told the inquiry that he started the fire on the ground floor of the building, after attempting to […]

January 24, 2024 9

World

South Korea Says North Fired Volley of Missiles into Yellow Sea

South Korea's military says North Korea fired a volley of cruise missiles into the Yellow Sea, heightening tensions in the region. Leader Kim Jong Un says he plans to boost the country's nuclear strike capabilities. Patrick Fok reports.

January 24, 2024 10

Namibia

Tragic Drowning Incident Unfolds at Swakoppoort Dam near Okahandja

In a somber event on Tuesday afternoon, an adult male reportedly drowned in the Swakoppoort Dam, located just 35 km west of Okahandja. According to Inspector Maureen Mbeha, the Namibian Police Force community affairs commander in the Otjozondjupa Region, the incident occurred around 5pm. The victim, who was alone on a foam boat, fell into the dam, leading to the tragic event. beha revealed in a media statement on Wednesday […]

January 24, 2024 4

Sport

Anderson out as England pick four spinners for India opener

England have picked four spinners and one fast bowler with Tom Hartley set for his Test debut in the opening match against India starting Thursday. The tourists opted for speedster Mark Wood ahead of veteran quick James Anderson at the start of the five-match series in Hyderabad. Ollie Pope, Ben Foakes, Rehan Ahmed and Jack Leach returned to the team after having not been part of the team's last […]

January 24, 2024 3

Sport

Chelsea hit Middlesbrough for six to reach League Cup final

Chelsea stormed into the League Cup final with a 6-1 thrashing of second-tier Middlesbrough to easily overturn a 1-0 first leg deficit at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday. The Blues struck four times before half-time as Jonny Howson's own goal, Enzo Fernandez, Axel Disasi and Cole Palmer put Mauricio Pochettino's men on the road to Wembley next month. Palmer and Noni Madueke piled the pain on Middlesbrough in the closing […]

January 24, 2024 4

APO International

#BlackExcellence in Healthcare: Dr. Ehsan Natour to Share Insights at Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024

As the world of medicine evolves and new technologies and breakthroughs are made, the value of inclusivity within the field becomes even more critical. As such, the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) (https://GlobalBlackImpact.com/) is proud to announce that Dr. Ehsan Natour has joined the highly anticipated event – taking place in Dubai on February 27 as a distinguished speaker. As a seasoned medical professional and an expert in his field, Natour […]

January 24, 2024 4

Month: January 2024