International Vaccine Institute (IVI) Launches New Country and Project Office in Kenya to Lead Advancing Vaccine End-to-End Capabilities (AVEC) Africa Project

The International Vaccine Institute (IVI) has announced the opening of a new Country and Project Office in Kenya, marking a significant step in the organization's efforts to advance vaccine research and development in Africa. This office will serve as the headquarters for IVI's Advancing Vaccine End-to-End Capabilities (AVEC) initiative in Africa and will collaborate closely with local partners, including the Kenya BioVax Institute. The AVEC Africa project aims to accelerate […]

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Oshiwana sha Mozambique tashi fadukapo omakuyunguto monooli yoshilongo.

Epangelo laMozambique ola koleka metivali kutya ovanhu vedulife po 10 000 ova fininikwa konghalo oku tembukamo momaumbo avo, omolwo nghalo yo makuyunguto oyo ya etifiwa kongudu yokulo yo jihadist. Oo eli omupopiliko wepangelo moshilongo osho Filimao Suaze, okwa lombwela oikundaneki kutya onghalo oyo ili mo Cabo Delgado ota yuuulike yapimbila. Okwati omuvalu wovanhu vedulife po 10 000 owa tembuka nale noku fika momudingonoko woshitopolwa oshoyo oitopolwa ikwao oku konga ouholameno. […]

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Kingsley Guiseb Starts Executive Role as Head of People & Culture at Letshego Bank

Letshego Bank is pleased to announce the appointment and approval of Kingsley Guiseb as the Head of People & Culture, effective 1 December 2023. With over two decades of diverse professional experience spanning various sectors across Southern Africa, Guiseb is a seasoned Human Resources (HR) Executive poised to provide a transformative talent management strategy to Letshego. His expertise is backed by a Master's Degree in Business Leadership (MBL) focused on […]

February 28, 2024 5

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Capricorn Foundation brings about positive change in Education

The Capricorn Foundation believes that investing in education has a ripple effect on the overall economic growth of a country. The Capricorn Foundation, funded by Capricorn Group's subsidiaries Bank Windhoek, Capricorn Asset Management and Entrepo, dedicated almost N$1.8 million in the last three months to various education and training initiatives, addressing infrastructure, providing study materials, personnel training and addressing rural-urban education gaps in Namibia. "As a Connector of Positive Change, […]

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APO International

A transformative journey to reach zero preventable maternal deaths in Rwanda

Rwanda has undergone a remarkable journey in tackling its high maternal mortality rate over the past decade. From an alarming 1071 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births in 2010, the country has accelerated its rate of reduction in the MMR, reaching 210 deaths per 100,000 live births in 2015. In recent years, the decline has been slower, with the MMR standing at 203 per 100,000 live births in 2020 – a decline […]

February 28, 2024

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Islamic Development Bank Institute’s New Book Offers Guide on Navigating Islamic Equity Investing

The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org/) published a new book titled “Demystifying Islamic Equity Investment: Portfolio Theory and Practice”. The book offers valuable insights for investors seeking to align their portfolios with ethical principles and Sharī‘ah-compliant practices. The book goes beyond traditional investment guides by addressing the unique challenges and opportunities presented by ethical investing within the principles of Islamic economics. It integrates the Islamic precepts of equity investment and […]

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Technical Consultation to Boost African Union Commission and Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission Coordination and Partnership for Peace

The Political Affairs, Peace and Security Departments of both the African Union Commission (AUC) and the Economic Community of West Africa States (ECOWAS) held a technical consultation meeting from 26 to 27 February 2024 in Abuja, Nigeria, to scale-up institutional cooperation, coordination and partnership towards advancing good governance, peace, security and stability in the West African region and consequently across the continent. The meeting was premised on the 2008 memorandum […]

February 28, 2024

APO International

Black Leaders Honored at Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS 2024)

The Black Excellence Foundation announced the recipients of four prestigious awards presented at the Global Black Impact Summit Gala Dinner on February 27th. Recognizing exceptional individuals who have made contributions to their respective fields, these awards celebrate black excellence and leadership on a global scale. Trailblazer Award recipient NJ Ayuk, chairman of the African Energy Chamber, exemplifies visionary leadership and innovation in the energy sector, inspiring future African leaders. "Receiving […]

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World

Trial date set for Alec Baldwin’s manslaughter trial

Actor Alec Baldwin will go on trial in July after being charged in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer during a rehearsal on a movie set in New Mexico. Prosecutors dismissed the charges against Baldwin in April 2023 but then again indicted Baldwin in January this year after prosecutors received new analysis of the gun. The actor could face up to 18 months in prison if convicted in this first […]

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