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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Month: March 2024

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World

Boeing chief to step down

Boeing's chief executive has announced that he will step down from his position at the end of the year. The move comes amid growing concerns over the safety of its planes. William Denselow reports from New York.  

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Namibia

Industrialisation and Trade minister emphasizes the unique competitive advantages present in every region of Namibia

The Industrialisation and Trade minister emphasized the unique competitive advantages present in every region of Namibia during a consultative meeting held in Oshakati on Monday. Lucia Iipumbu, highlighted the importance of leveraging these strengths to bolster the nation's economy. Discussions at the meeting revolved around key legislative frameworks such as the Special Economic Zone Bill, the National Informal Economy, Startups and Entrepreneurship Development Policy, the Namibia Investment Promotion and Facilitation […]

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South Africa

UN Security Council Resolution on Gaza Welcomed by South Africa’s Minister

South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Naledi Pandor, has praised the recent UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan. The resolution also urges the release of hostages and increased aid flow. While fourteen members voted in favor, the US abstained. Pandor reiterated South Africa's longstanding support for a Gaza ceasefire.  

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South Africa

South Africans fighting for Israel in Gaza: what does the law say?

    By Michelle Nel, Stellenbosch University   South Africa’s foreign minister, Naledi Pandor, said the country’s citizens fighting for the Israel Defence Forces in Gaza faced prosecution upon their return. This statement followed tension between South Africa and Israel amid the “humanitarian catastrophe” resulting from Israel’s war against Hamas in Gaza. There is a history of South African citizens of Jewish descent fighting for Israel, but the number fighting […]

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Africa

Kenya’s greylisting for weak action on money laundering and terrorism financing: what that means and what must happen next

    By Louis de Koker, La Trobe University   Kenya and Namibia are the latest African countries to be placed on the Financial Action Task Force’s grey list over their weak measures against money laundering and terrorism financing. Being on the grey list is typically seen as an indictment of a country’s ability to identify and effectively redress financial crimes. It warns investors to be cautious in dealings with […]

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Africa

Senegal: Macky Sall’s reputation is dented, but the former president did a lot at home and abroad

    By Douglas Yates, American Graduate School in Paris (AGS)   Macky Sall’s legacy as Senegal’s president since 2012 became more complex in his last year in office. The year was so filled with transgressions that they appeared to have tarnished his reputation indelibly. For some months he gave the impression to his adversaries and critics that he had third-term ambitions – not uncommon in contemporary west African politics. […]

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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) raises US$1.16 billion syndicated loan, its largest ever, in mission to close Africa’s infrastructure gap
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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) raises US$1.16 billion syndicated loan, its largest ever, in mission to close Africa’s infrastructure gap

[[{"value":"Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the leading infrastructure solutions provider in Africa, has announced the successful close of its largest ever debt facility, a US$1.16 billion syndicated loan, attracting new lenders from the Middle East, Europe and Asia. This landmark transaction, commemorated at an event in Dubai last night, is a significant milestone in AFC's unwavering commitment to develop critical infrastructure projects across the continent by enhancing its financial flexibility […]

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South Africa

SAP to Pay 500-Million-Rand Settlement to SIU Over Corrupt Eskom Contracts

German software giant SAP has agreed to pay the Special Investigating Unit 500 million rand within seven days concerning corrupt contracts at Eskom. The SIU states that the settlement arises from two Eskom contracts, valued at around 1.1 billion rand, awarded to SAP between 2013 and 2016. The Special Tribunal has declared the contracts constitutionally invalid, following an investigation that revealed they were entered into illegally. The SIU emphasizes that […]

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World

UK Sanctions Chinese Company and Two Individuals Over Cyber Attacks

The UK government has unveiled new sanctions in response to cyber attacks it says were carried out by hackers linked to the Chinese State. A company and two individuals said to be connected to a Chinese state-affiliated group have been sanctioned, over hacking campaigns targeting British lawmakers. The Chinese Embassy has rejected the claims. Simon Gaitán reports.  

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