insert_link Business / Economics N-Soft Spearheads Digital Sovereignty and Economic Intelligence with New Burundi Partnership N-Soft is set to revolutionize revenue mobilization in Burundi, a nation of just over 13 million people with a 4.0% growth rate, through the imminent deployment of the Gambling Management System (GMS), its disruptive governance solution for the gambling sector. Because of the lack of transparency in the industry, millions of dollars in revenue go unreported and untaxed every year. However, up until now, the national authorities have […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 15
insert_link APO International Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024: Exploring Diversity in Innovation for Global Success Diversity in innovation is not just a catchphrase – it’s a catalyst for progress. Embracing diverse perspectives propels industries forward by fostering creativity and pushing boundaries. According to global consulting firm McKinsey&Company, companies in the top quartile for both gender and ethnic diversity among their executive teams demonstrate, on average, a 9% higher likelihood of outperforming their peers. Against this backdrop, the Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) (https://apo-opa.co/4bLROg0) in Dubai this […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 6
insert_link Local Capricorn Group co-hosts national pre-budget public discussion The Capricorn Group, in collaboration with the Economic Association of Namibia, GIZ and the High Economic Intelligence (HEI) on 20 February 2024, hosted a lively national pre-budget public discussion ahead of Finance Minister Ipumbu Shiimi's tabling of the national budget in the National Assembly on 28 February 2024. Held under the theme: The National Budget in an Election Year: Fiscal Expansion and Strategic Priorities, the event received an overwhelming […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 11
insert_link APO International Check Point Software Unveils Comprehensive 2024 Security Report, Highlighting Ransomware Surge and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Defence Innovations Check Point Research (CPR), the Threat Intelligence arm of Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (https://www.Checkpoint.com/) (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading AI-powered, cloud-delivered cyber security platform provider, released its much-anticipated 2024 Annual Security Report. This year's edition delves into the increasing complexity of cyber threats, with a special focus on the dramatic rise in ransomware incidents and the strategic use of AI in cyber security defences. Reflecting on a year marked by significant […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 13
insert_link APO International The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) Supports National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) to Enhance its Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (www.ITFC-idb.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), has conducted a capacity-building training workshop on leadership and change management for the Gambia National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC). The workshop was conducted within the framework of ITFC’s Integrated Trade Solutions (ITS) under the leadership of the Corporation’s Trade and Business Development (T&BD) Department. Having identified several development issues, challenges, and opportunities that […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 5
insert_link 6 17 Oshiwambo Iilongo 27 otayi ka holoka kefumbiko lyomuleli omukulu gwa Namibia mosondaaha Ominista yomauyelele Emma Teofelus ohela okwa tseyitha kutya etanga lyopakwiita lyoshilongo-NDF -otali ka thindikila omudhimba gomupresitend omukulu Dr Hage Geingob moshilandopangelo etitano,noku pitika oshigwana shi mu simaneke lwahugunina. Teofelus okwali ta popi keindiki lyuuyelele wepangelo shinasha nomalongekidho gefumbiko lyomuleli omukulu,ngoka a hulitha mu 4 February. Oondjila okwali kwa tegelelwa dhi tseyithwe nena,niilongo 27 otayi ka holoka kefumbiko lyomuleli omukulu mosondaaha,moka 18 tayi ka kwatelwa komeho kaaleli yomapangelo gawo. Omanga yilwe […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 15 17 6
insert_link Namibia Private Schools Association forced to comply with basic education act The Ministry of Education, Arts, and Culture has declared Friday, 23 February a school holiday as part of the national mourning for late President Hage Geingob's funeral weekend. Initially, private schools chose not to follow the directive but later reversed their decision after talks with the Ministry. Here’s Colette Rieckert, Chairperson of the Private Schools Association of Namibia. Update: The Holy Cross Convent Primary School in Windhoek has distanced themselves […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 184
insert_link Entertainment Why does a leap year have 366 days? Leap Day is coming. Marvin Samuel Tolentino Pineda/iStock, via Getty images Bhagya Subrayan, Purdue University Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Why does a leap year have 366 days? Does the Earth move slower every four years? – Aarush, age 8, Milpitas, California You may be used to hearing that it […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 12
Local City of Windhoek provides clarity and context in response to the New Era Newspaper Article titled “City is broke: Kandjeke”. The City of Windhoek (City) has noted with concern the article published in the New Era newspaper on 19th February 2024. While appreciating the media's role in keeping the public informed, we find the headline and context provided sensational and unfortunate since such selective journalistic exploits have the potential to cause unprovoked panic among the entire chain of our stakeholders and residents alike. It is crucial for journalists […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 17