Mali: Partners and key players commit to developing renewables sector at opening of 3rd Renewable Energies Week

On Thursday 29 February 2024, the Malian Minister of Young People and Sports, Civic Education and Citizenship, Abdoul Kassim Fomba presided – in the name of the Prime Minister of Mali, Choquel Kokalla Maïga – the opening of the 3rd Renewable Energies Week. He renewed the commitment made by the authorities and key sector players to further the development of renewable energies in the country, located in the Sahel region […]

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Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation commits $6 million to the African Water Facility for Africa Urban Sanitation Investment Initiative

The Bill&Melinda Gates Foundation has committed $6 million to the African Water Facility, to support the operationalization of the Africa Urban Sanitation Investment Initiative (AUSII) – a new financing window dedicated to improving sanitation in African urban cities. The African Water Facility, a special project preparation fund established as an initiative of the African Ministers Council on Water (AMCOW), is hosted and managed by the African Development Bank. The Africa […]

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APO International

Africa Takes Centre Stage as the Gender Hub for Mainstreaming Success

The Gender Mainstreaming Awards, a powerful indicator of progress towards gender mainstreaming in the corporate world, proudly returns for its 12th event across Africa. Developed by Business Engage (www.BusinessEngage.africa), these awards inspire private corporates to champion gender mainstreaming as a strategic imperative. The Awards also recognise individuals who are contributing to this success. This year, in collaboration with Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), RCL FOODS, AECI, Assupol and Rand Merchant Bank, […]

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APO International

Canon to spotlight sustainability champions at Global Good Awards 2024

Canon EMEA (www.Canon-CNA.com), the world’s leading imaging company, continues its sponsorship of the Canon Young Champion of the Year category at the Global Good Awards for the fifth year running to highlight the achievements of young campaigners. Entries for the Canon Young Champion of the Year category open today, closing on 3 May. The Canon Young Champion of the Year Award recognises young leaders who are driving positive change across […]

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South Africa

Gauteng Health Department Applauds Johannesburg High Court Ruling Affirming Legitimacy of Medical Waste Tender Process

The Gauteng Department of Health has welcomed the ruling of the Johannesburg High Court on the waste tender matter between itself and Buhle Medical Waste. The company had accused the department of awarding a 525-million-rand medical waste tender to Tshenolo Waste and Phuting Medical Waste irregularly. The department’s spokesperson, Motalatale Modiba, says the court ruling reaffirms that the proper processes were followed in the awarding of the tender.

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Namibia

Zambezi Region Governor Optimistic About Positive Outcomes from NDP6

Governor Lawrence Sampofu of the Zambezi Region expresses optimism regarding the sixth National Development Plan, believing it will effectively address the needs and challenges faced by the community. Speaking through Kabbe South Constituency councillor John Likando during a consultation meeting, Sampofu acknowledged the challenges and setbacks of NDP5. He urged regional and local authorities, as well as the public, to actively engage in the consultation process, emphasizing the importance of […]

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Egypt Oil & Gas Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to talk Gas Expansion Plans at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024

Mohamed Fouad, CEO of Egypt Oil&Gas and Secretary General of the Egyptian Gas Association, will speak at Invest in African Energy 2024 (https://Invest-Africa-Energy.com) – a two-day forum taking place in Paris this May to connect global capital and technology to African energy projects. Egypt is in the process of drilling 35 new natural gas wells in the Mediterranean Sea and Nile Delta through mid-2025, reflecting investments of more than $1.8 […]

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Namibia

President Nangolo Mbumba Offers Condolences on the Passing of Former Tanzanian President Ali Hassan Mwinyi

President Nangolo Mbumba extends heartfelt condolences to the family and citizens of Tanzania following the demise of former President Ali Hassan Mwinyi. The announcement of Mwinyi's passing was made by Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, citing hospitalization for a chest condition on 29 February. At the age of 98, Mwinyi's significant contributions were acknowledged by President Mbumba in a press statement issued on Saturday. The statement emphasizes that Namibians will […]

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South Africa

African Transformation Movement is calling on the Eastern Cape Department of Education to account for the negligent and inhumane behavior of school in Bizana

The African Transformation Movement is calling on the Eastern Cape Department of Education to account for the negligent and inhumane behavior of the principal and teachers of Emdeni Junior Secondary School in Ludeke in Bizana, which led to the rape of a four-year-old learner. The little girl was stripped naked and sent home from school, walking by herself, after she messed herself. ATM spokesperson Zama Ntshona says she was then […]

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Month: March 2024