insert_link Sport Celtics crush Nets for sixth win in a row, Curry makes history in loss The NBA-best Boston Celtics imposed one of their most lopsided romps over Brooklyn on Wednesday, while Golden State three-point sharpshooter Stephen Curry made history in defeat. Curry's nine three-pointers made him the first player in NBA history to sink at least seven shots from behind the arc in four consecutive games, but the Warriors squandered a 15-point lead at home and lost to the Los Angeles Clippers. Boston's Derrick White […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 4
insert_link APO International Young Libyan women advocate for inclusion in conflict resolution and national reconciliation at Brussels event Five young women from various Libyan regions travelled to Brussels as part of UNSMIL’s Ra’idat programme, to engage with European diplomats and discuss the impact of conflict and political instability on the youth of Libya. In an evening event with 50 diplomats, held in partnership with Young Professionals in Foreign Policy’s Brussels Branch and the Quaker Council for European Affairs, the young women shared their personal experiences and discussed ways […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 2
insert_link APO International Egypt – Revolutionizing fashion education: The power of partnerships, tech, and digitization The Fashion and Design Center (FDC) is an integral part of Egypt's Ministry of Trade and Industry. FDC has undergone a remarkable transformation, enhancing its operational prowess and service offerings through strategic planning and guidance from the GTEX/MENATEX programme. Global connections for enhanced learning FDC's evolution began by fostering partnerships with leading international universities and institutions specializing in fashion design and the garment industry. Collaborations with esteemed names like Cal […] todayFebruary 15, 2024
insert_link Opinion Pieces Prabowo Subianto is poised to succeed in lifelong quest to become Indonesia’s president. This is why it’s so worrying By Tim Lindsey, The University of Melbourne Controversial former general Prabowo Subianto, the former son-in-law of long-time authoritarian leader Soeharto, looks set to be Indonesia’s next leader after securing what appears to be a convincing victory in this week’s election. It may be a month before official results are confirmed, but exit poll “quick counts” from Indonesia’s well-regarded polling companies show Prabowo winning close to 60% of […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 25
insert_link Business / Economics Inceptus energy secures financing for UNAM solar project Inceptus Energy, a public-private partnership between Alensy Energy Solutions (Alensy) and Inceptus Holding (Inceptus), the business arm of the University of Namibia (UNAM), is pleased to announce the successful financial close with the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) and Old Mutual Namibia for a groundbreaking solar project at UNAM. This partnership marks a significant milestone in advancing sustainable energy utilization in Namibia, with the project boasting an installed […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 30
insert_link World Indian prime minister Narendra Modi inaugurates grand Hindu temple in the UAE India's prime minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated a grand Hindu temple in the United Arab Emirates. This follows his recent inauguration of a long-planned temple in the north of the country, which was built on the site of a mosque that was torn down by a Hindu mob. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. todayFebruary 15, 2024 52
insert_link South Africa SA Council on Higher Education Urges Periodic Employee Qualification Verification In a renewed plea, the South African Council on Higher Education is urging employers to regularly verify the qualifications of their staff. Whitfield Green, the council's CEO, has underscored a growing trend in incidents related to counterfeit certificates, fraudulent activities, and the misrepresentation of qualifications. Green emphasizes that these deceptive certificates are being issued by individuals unaffiliated with the Quality Assurance Council Umalusi, cautioning the public against acquiring fake credentials. […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Gobabis Local Authority Councillor Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault on Schoolboy A Gobabis local authority councillor was arrested following accusations of sexually molesting a 19-year-old schoolboy at the town. The incident reportedly occurred at the Omaheke governor's office, where the suspect allegedly instructed the victim to follow him to a toilet, leading to the alleged assault. The councillor is scheduled to appear in the Gobabis Magistrate’s Court, with investigations ongoing. todayFebruary 15, 2024 23
insert_link Africa Investors bet big on Africa’s logistics potential By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Africa's logistics sector is growing into a lucrative market and strategic hub within the global logistics network as investors' confidence in the sector increases. A new report by logistics company Agility confirms the global logistics industry is considering expansion plans or first-time investments in the continent’s logistics sector. According to Agility Vice Chairman Tarek Sultan, “This is the most optimism we’ve […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 14