insert_link APO International Liberia: President Boakai announces Tough Anti-Drugs measures, declaring Drugs National Public Health Emergency The President of the Republic, H.E. Joseph Nyuma Boakai has announced a series of critical measures aimed at combating the plague of substance abuse and drug addiction in the country. President Boakai declared the proliferation of drugs and substance abuse as National Health Emergency as further commit his government’s commitment to swiftly and decisively nip the problem in the bud. Delivering his Annual Message Monday, barely a week after assuming […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 7
insert_link APO International Liberia: President Boakai Rallies United Methodist University Graduates, Liberians to change their mindset The President of the Republic of Liberia H.E Joseph Nyuma Boakai has spoken highly of the need for Liberians to make strategic adjustments and changes to their mindsets, if the society is to transform. Serving as Commencement Speaker Tuesday, January 30, 2024 of the United Methodist University 19th Commencement Convocation in Doemah’s Town, Margibi County, President Boakai said change must first start with Liberians individually before it permeates to the […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 8
insert_link APO International Morocco-Panama: Key Points of the Joint Declaration The Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Mr. Nasser Bourita and his counterpart from Panama, Ms. Janaina Tewaney Mencomo proceeded, on Januray, 30, 2024 to the signing of a Joint Declaration, following their bilateral meeting by videoconference. In this Joint Declaration, the Republic of Panama and the Kingdom of Morocco reiterated their will to consolidate their excellent bilateral relations, which have experienced significant development in recent years. […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 4
insert_link APO International United States (U.S.) and Switzerland Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Support Agribusiness in the North of Mozambique On Monday in Nampula, the U.S. Government, represented by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) signed an agreement to promote market-based farming in the Nacala Corridor. Local farmers are the backbone of the region’s workforce, so the agreement promises new opportunities to boost incomes for farmers and small business owners. The agreement merges USAID’s $25.5 million Feed the Future […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 6
insert_link Environment Ocean heating breaks record, again, with disastrous outcomes for the planet By Elizabeth Claire Alberts via Mongabay New research shows that ocean temperatures are hotter than ever in the modern era due to human-driven global warming. High ocean temperatures are placing a strain on marine life and biological processes while also increasing extreme weather events on land. The world is also seeing an escalation in the frequency and intensity of marine heat waves, events in which sea temperatures exceed a certain […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 15
insert_link Sport England hint at all-spin attack as depleted India look to level series Ben Stokes' England side could go with an all-spin bowling attack against an inexperienced India batting line-up when the second Test begins in Visakhapatnam on Friday. Rohit Sharma's side suffered only their fourth home defeat in 47 Tests since 2013 last week in Hyderabad as England came from 190 runs behind on first innings to record a stunning 28-run victory. India will be without seasoned Test players Virat […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 9
insert_link Sport Saudi football chief brands Mancini penalty walkout ‘unacceptable’ The president of Saudi Arabian football said Roberto Mancini's disappearing act before the end of the penalty shootout in the team's Asian Cup exit was "completely unacceptable". The Italian did not stick around to see South Korea's Hwang Hee-chan eliminate his Saudi side in the last 16 in Doha with the decisive spot-kick. Following a 1-1 draw, South Korea won 4-2 on penalties on Tuesday and will face Australia […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 3
insert_link Opinion Pieces Labour hasn’t won a UK general election since 2010. Will 2024 be any different? By Rob Manwaring, Flinders University Democracy faces challenges around the globe in 2024: at least 64 countries will ask their citizens to elect a government this year. One of the most keenly observed will be the United Kingdom general election, likely to be held in November. The British Labour party has not won an election since 2010, and has lost the last four elections. At the last election in […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 24
insert_link Local 38th Nedbank Cycle Challenge launched Photo FLTR – Nedbank Namibia Communications and Public Relations Manager, Selma Kaulinge; Coca Cola Namibia Manager for Sponsorships, Special Events and Signage, Antonio Frans; Windhoek Pedal Power Cycling Club Representative, Nicole Spangenberg; Nedbank Namibia Chief Operating Officer, Victor Ashikoto; Minister of Sport, Youth and National Service, Honourable Agnes Tjongarero; Namibian Cycling Federation President, Axel Theissen The 38th edition of the Nedbank Cycle Challenge was officially launched at a […] todayJanuary 31, 2024 16