PDM Leaders Allegedly Pushing for McHenry Venaani’s Uncontested Re-election

PDM Leaders Allegedly Pushing for McHenry Venaani’s Uncontested Re-election

According to reports, some leaders within the Popular Democratic Movement are advocating for party leader McHenry Venaani to retain his position as president without contest during the upcoming congress, initially scheduled for last June. Member of parliament Vipuakuje Muharukua, previously considered a potential challenger to Venaani, stated that he is not interested in the top position. Venaani confirmed his intention to seek re-election at this year's congress. Some party leaders […]

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Namibia

Nedbank Rock and Rut XC Series kick off this weekend

The first leg of the 2024 Nedbank Namibia Rock & Rut XCO Series is set to kick off on Saturday 6 April 2024 at the IJG Trails in Kleine Kuppe, Windhoek. The series which has been taking place for over 20 years, is expected to attract over 100 local mountain bike enthusiasts. This is the first of five races in this year’s series. Last year’s […]

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APO International

Uganda: Court Upholds Anti-Homosexuality Act 

[[{"value":"Uganda’s Constitutional Court on April 3, 2024, upheld the abusive and radical provisions of the 2023 Anti-Homosexuality Act, Human Rights Watch said today. The ruling further entrenches discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people, and makes them prone to more violence. The court did strike down sections that restricted healthcare access for LGBT people, criminalized renting premises to LGBT people, and created an obligation to report alleged acts of […]

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APO International

Ghana: Vice President Bawumia Cuts Sod for Construction of 200-Bed Hostel for Trinity Theological Seminary

[[{"value":"The Vice President and Flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has cut the sod for the construction of four-storey, 200-bed hostel facility for the Trinity Theological Seminary in Accra. The multi-purpose hostel, which is being funded by the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFUND), is in fulfillment of a pledge Dr. Bawumia made to the Seminary, following a request by the College for assistance during its 2022 Congregation, which Dr. […]

April 4, 2024 3

APO International

Afreximbank launches Policy Research Working Paper Series

[[{"value":"African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) has introduced the Afreximbank Policy Research Working Paper Series (APRWPS) and is inviting authors to submit manuscripts for publication. The APRWPS will provide a platform for Afreximbank staff, academics, scholars, institutions and practitioners to share preliminary research findings on topics concerning African trade, trade finance and development. It will serve as a knowledge repository for stakeholders to exchange ideas and address knowledge gaps, thereby enhancing […]

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Health / Medical

Cancer Association prepares to launch Palliative Care unit

The official inauguration of Palliative Care Namibia by the Cancer Association of Namibia is scheduled for tomorrow in Windhoek. Rolf Hansen, the CEO of the Cancer Association of Namibia says the initiative is a significant step towards improving the quality of life for many in Namibia.

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Namibia

Bank of Namibia engages stakeholders on oil and gas projects in the //Karas region

Bank of Namibia Governor, Johannes !Gawaxab, has engaged stakeholders in Lüderitz about the potential from recent oil and gas discoveries and green hydrogen projects. The event, spanning from April 3 to April 4, 2024, included a public lecture titled "Positioning Namibia’s Oil & Gas Endowments: Avoiding the Dutch Disease". Kazembire Zemburuka, Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations, at the Bank of Namibia.

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Namibia

Namibia Media Professionals Union condemns journalist’s assault

The Namibia Media Professionals Union has condemned the alleged assault, on the 2nd of April 2024, of a female journalist by a male editor of a prominent newspaper. This comes after a case of common assault was opened by the alleged victim at the Otjomuise Police Station in Windhoek. NAMPU acting Secretary General Jemima Beukes.

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Science & Technology

Nato marks 75th anniversary

Today (Thursday) marks the 75th anniversary of the foundation of NATO. To mark the occasion, a ceremony was held in Brussels, before foreign ministers resumed day 2 of their talks. From the NATO headquarters, Abby Throndson has more.

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