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

Month: March 2024

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Africa

Undersea cables for Africa’s internet retrace history and leave digital gaps as they connect continents

    By Jess Auerbach Jahajeeah, University of Cape Town   Large parts of west and central Africa, as well as some countries in the south of the continent, were left without internet services on 14 March because of failures on four of the fibre optic cables that run below the world’s oceans. Nigeria, Côte d'Ivoire, Liberia, Ghana, Burkina Faso and South Africa were among the worst affected. By midday […]

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Business / Economics

Authentic leadership – leading with heart, not ego

    Opinion Piece by Marlize Horn   The idea of Authentic Leadership in the business world gained significant attention in the early 2000s when Bill George's book "Authentic Leadership: Rediscovering the Secrets to Creating Lasting Value" was published. Although Authentic Leadership only became prominent over two decades ago, its principles align well with other leadership qualities, such as ethics and integrity. The essence of being an authentic leader is […]

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Sport

Man Utd fightback ends Liverpool’s quadruple quest in FA Cup classic

    Manchester United ended Liverpool's quest for a quadruple of trophies in Jurgen Klopp's final season after Amad Diallo's winner edged a thrilling FA Cup quarter-final 4-3 after extra-time. The Ivorian winger was sent off for a second booking after taking his shirt off in celebration at the end of a chaotic 120 minutes that kept United's chances of ending the season with silverware alive. Erik ten Hag's men […]

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Africa

Niger’s Junta Revokes Military Accord with US, Bans Presence of US Defense Personnel

Niger's ruling junta, as announced by spokesperson Colonel Amadou Abdramane, has revoked a military accord allowing military personnel and civilian staff from the U.S. Department of Defense on its soil with immediate effect. According to Reuters, this decision comes after a visit by U.S. officials, led by Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Molly Phee and including General Michael Langley, commander of the U.S. Africa Command, earlier in the […]

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World

US finalizes new ceasefire resolution at the UN

A new ceasefire resolution might be voted on at the Security Council. The United States has finalised the draft which calls for international efforts to broker an immediate ceasefire as part of a hostage release deal. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.  

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Namibia

Cost of Hunger Study Assesses Impact of Malnutrition

In 2021-2022, Namibia initiated its Cost of Hunger in Africa study as part of a broader project conducted across several African countries. Commissioned by the African Union Commission and supported by the World Food Programme and GIZ Namibia, the study was led by the National Planning Commission. Its primary focus was to examine the effects of malnutrition, particularly undernutrition, on various aspects of Namibian society, including learners, human development, and […]

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Interview Transcripts

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: A Call for Action: Economic Inclusion for People with Disabilities in Namibia

In a recent interview with independent business and economic researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama, the pressing issue of economic inclusion for people with disabilities in Namibia took center stage. With a candid assessment of the current situation, Sheehama shed light on the dire need for proactive measures to address the staggering levels of unemployment and neglect faced by this segment of the population. Opening the conversation, Sheehama emphasized the critical importance […]

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Business / Economics

18 March 2024: Morning Biz News: Financial Snapshot: Key Indicators in Focus

Standard Bank Holdings Namibia Reports Robust Profit Growth: Standard Bank Holdings Namibia has announced a significant increase in profit after tax for the period ending December 31, 2023. The reported profit surged to N$770 million, marking a notable 23.3% rise from the previous year's figure of N$624 million. This impressive growth is attributed to several factors, including a 24.6% increase in net interest income, largely driven by ongoing repo rate […]

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Africa

UN Aid Chief Warns of Catastrophic Hunger in Sudan

United Nations aid chief Martin Griffiths has cautioned the Security Council about the potential for nearly five million people in Sudan to face catastrophic hunger in the upcoming months. In a note seen by Reuters, Griffiths highlighted that acute levels of hunger are being fueled by various factors, including the severe impact of conflict on agricultural production, damage to infrastructure and livelihoods, disruptions to trade flows, significant price increases, obstacles […]

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