U.S. and UK strike Yemen targets

U.S. and UK strike Yemen targets

The US has carried out fresh airstrikes on Houthi positions in Yemen. Defence officials say forces struck a land-attack cruise missile and four anti-ship missiles that had been ready for use in the Red Sea. It follows a third wave of joint British and American airstrikes on Saturday. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says it's necessary to protect commercial.

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Business / Economics

Construction Federation praises Geingob’s leadership amid economic challenges

President of the Construction Industries Federation, Nico Badenhorst says that Dr Hage Geingob steered Namibia through difficult economic times and was relentless in including everyone in the Namibian House and maintaining peace in the country.

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Environment

California faces “life threatening” floods

The US state of California is facing heavy rain and snowfall, with authorities issuing flood warnings authorities are describing as "life-threatening". Around 94% of the population - 37 million people - are now under flood alerts, while some communities have been told to evacuate. Nancy Ward is California's Director of Emergency Service.

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World

Security concerns rise in Pakistan ahead of election

10 Police officers have been killed and 6 injured in a terrorist attack on a police station in northern Pakistan. It's raised fears for the safety of the upcoming election later this week. Hira Mustafa reports from Islamabad.

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Uncategorized

Meta’s cash dividend boosts Zuckerberg’s net worth

Mark Zuckerberg’s net worth has increased by over $28 billion between your morning coffee and lunch break. The Meta founder and CEO — who is already worth more than $140 billion, according to Bloomberg’s billionaire index — has cleaned up from Meta’s share price skyrocketing over the past day, after the company announced its first-ever cash dividend program.

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APO International

Invest in Kenya, President Ruto to Polish Investors

The Government has put in place robust measures to attract foreign direct investment. President William Ruto has appealed to Polish investors to explore investment opportunities in the country. He said Kenya is strategically positioned as an ideal investment hub for foreign investors eyeing the African market. Among the incentives to investors, President Ruto said, are five Special Economic Zones being set up across the country. These special economic zones – […]

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APO International

Kenya-Poland Partnership to Boost Food Production

Kenya and Poland have signed two MoUs on tax solidarity, agriculture and rural development. President William Ruto said Kenya is enhancing its partnership with Poland in the agriculture and food security sector to bridge the gap in the demand for grains in the country. Speaking during a media address with Polish President Andrzej Duda, who is in the country for a State Visit, President Ruto said the partnership will help […]

February 5, 2024 4

APO International

His Highness the Amir Sends Written Message to President of Djibouti

HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani sent a written message to HE President of the Republic of Djibouti Ismail Omar Guelleh pertaining to bilateral relations and ways to support and develop them. HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Djibouti Rashid bin Shafeea Al Marri delivered the message during his meeting on Monday with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Government […]

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President Hage Geingob

World leaders pay tribute to Dr. Hage Geingob’s legacy

World leaders, including US President Joe Biden, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, have offered tributes to former President, Dr. Hage Geingob, following his passing. Biden commended Geingob as a fearless leader and advocate, while Putin emphasised his contribution to Namibia-Russia relations. Here’s Ramaphosa’s spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya. Separately, Nigeria's former President, Olusegun Obasanjo has extended his condolences to the government and people of Namibia over the […]

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