Mukuru announces sponsorship of Zimbabwe’s Sables as they strive for Rugby World Cup qualification

[[{"value":"Next-generation financial services platform Mukuru (www.Mukuru.com), one of the most recognisable fintech brands on the continent, has announced that it is sponsoring Zimbabwe’s national rugby team as it seeks to achieve Rugby World Cup qualification, the first since 1991. With the hopes of a nation on their shoulders, the Sables, as the national team is known, will run out against Zambia on 4 May sporting Mukuru’s branding on the beloved […]

May 2, 2024 15

APO International

Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) Wins Global Trade Review (GTR) Best Trade Finance Bank in Southern Africa and Best Trade Finance Deal in Africa with Sovereign Trade Finance Deal

[[{"value":"In the recent Global Trade Review (GTR) awards announcement, RMB (www.RMB.co.za) has been awarded as the Best Trade Finance Bank in Southern Africa and for the Best Trade Finance Deal in Africa for the Sovereign Trade Finance transaction – a collaboration with the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) and the Ministry of Economy and Finance for Côte d'Ivoire, to facilitate a trade-backed facility to support crucial trade related initiatives. Said […]

May 2, 2024 8

Local

Capricorn foundation commits to rhino conservation efforts with purchase of rhino guardianship certificate

The Capricorn Foundation has affirmed its dedication to environmental conservation by becoming one of the first organisations to invest in the innovative Rhino Guardianship Certificate program. By purchasing a certificate from the Save the Rhino Trust Namibia (SRT), the Foundation has demonstrated its commitment to preserving critically endangered rhinoceros populations. The Rhino Guardianship Certificate is a recent effort by Save the Rhino Trust Namibia, in partnership with Wadappt, […]

May 2, 2024 24

Local

Swakopmund to host beach Volleyball tourney this weekend

The Namibia Volleyball Federation (NVF), in partnership with Bank Windhoek, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated Bank Windhoek National Beach Volleyball Open Tournament, set to take place at the picturesque Mole Beach in Swakopmund this coming weekend, Saturday, four until Sunday, fifth May 2024. The event invites beach volleyball teams from across the country to showcase their skills and compete for glory on the sandy shores […]

May 2, 2024 16

World

Sense of disquiet in Delhi over U.S, Australia ‘spy’ reports

Days after a Washington Post report purportedly named an Indian spy involved in an assassinaton plot in the US, now a report by an Australian network claims that two India spies were asked to leave after being caught trying to steal sensitive information in 2020. Reports suggest New Delhi has been 'caught off-guard' by these reports, though the Indian government is yet to comment on the claims made by Australian […]

May 2, 2024 27

Namibia

Calls for Labor Reforms and Fair Wages Echo on Namibia’s Workers’ Day

Loide Shaanika, Secretary General of the Namibia National Teachers Union, addressed concerns about security companies winning tenders but not paying decent wages or providing safety measures. She urged implementing a minimum wage and labor reforms to protect workers. Minister Utoni Nujoma highlighted workers' contributions to Namibia's economy and emphasized the role of trade unions in safeguarding their rights amid economic shifts, aiming for inclusive prosperity.

May 2, 2024 35

South Africa

Gauteng MEC Mazibuko Vows Continued Crackdown on Highway Criminals Targeting Motorists

Gauteng MEC of Community Safety, Faith Mazibuko, says police will continue to hunt down criminals targeting motorists on the N4 from Pretoria to Rustenburg. There has been a notable increase in the number of reported cases of criminals placing spikes, or objects on public roads, intending to rob them on the highway. Mazibuko says motorists must be vigilant of their surroundings at all times:

May 2, 2024 11

Namibia

President Mbumba Affirms Commitment to Workers’ Welfare and Economic Progress

President Nangolo Mbumba, represented by Deputy Prime Minister John Mutorwa, highlighted the government's focus on pro-worker policies at the Workers’ Day event in Rundu. He emphasized the importance of a national minimum wage and efforts to safeguard workers' rights. Despite economic challenges, Mbumba outlined initiatives like the United Nations Global Accelerator of Jobs and Social Protection program and the development of the Third National Employment Policy. He also mentioned the […]

May 2, 2024 35

Local

Bank Windhoek appoints Ilunga as Web Content Developer and Administrator

Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, recently announced the appointment of Gebhard Ilunga as the Bank’s Web Content Developer and Administrator in the Marketing and Corporate Communication Services department. Ilunga started his new role on 15 March 2024. “Ilunga joins us from a reputable financial services provider and has over eleven years’ experience in the advertising and marketing industry, and worked for the top […]

May 2, 2024 18

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