Visually impaired woman rally for job inclusivity

https://youtu.be/5t5HXNfOCWA By Finna Kahili via News on One A 37-year-old visually impaired Miriam Kamberipa calls for equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, citing discrimination in the job market where they are often overlooked despite having qualifications. Kamberipa, who is currently unemployed despite obtaining an Honours degree in Industrial Psychology nine years ago, also has two certificates in counselling. In 2021, Kamberipa began studying for a diploma in Early […]

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APO International

Driving Africa’s Energy Market Intelligence: TGS Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2024 as Bronze Sponsor

[[{"value":"Energy data and intelligence company TGS has joined the African Energy Week (AEW) (www.AECWeek.com): Invest in African Energy 2024 conference and exhibition – taking place from 4 – 8 November in Cape Town – as a bronze sponsor. Dedicated to fostering fresh investments and facilitating the growth of the African market through innovative data solutions and intelligence, TGS’ sponsorship underscores the event’s significance in leading Africa’s energy renaissance. AEW: Invest in African […]

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Business / Economics

25 April-2 May 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap: Insights into Global Economic Developments

As the week unfolds, significant economic events and developments have shaped various sectors, both domestically and internationally. Here's a concise overview of the key highlights from the world of economics: 1. OPEC's Potential Collaboration with Namibia: OPEC, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, is eyeing potential collaboration with Namibia as the country gears up for its inaugural offshore oil production by 2030. Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais revealed that […]

May 2, 2024 8

Uncategorized

Former Trump aide Steve Bannon due in court over “Build the Wall” fraud allegations

A former senior advisor to Donald Trump, Steve Bannon, is set to appear in court in New York on Wednesday over allegations that he defrauded people who donated to the campaign to build a wall along the US Mexico border. Bannon has pleaded not guilty to charges of money laundering, conspiracy and scheming to defraud in connection with $15 million in donations. Our US correspondent Kate Fisher reports.

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South Africa

Metalworkers union in S.A condemns Israeli Prime Minister and United States president for their actions in Palestine

Metalworkers union Numsa in S.A condemns Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and United States president Joe Biden for their actions in Palestine, accusing them of conducting a genocidal campaign against Palestinians. The union has announced its solidarity with Palestine, following a request from American activist Angela Davis. They have agreed to collaborate with Davis on a campaign to defend Palestine, mobilising support locally, regionally, and internationally. Numsa’s Phakamile Hlubi-Majola has […]

May 2, 2024 13

Namibia

Home Affairs Ministry Pledges to Extend Services to Communities at Ondangwa Trade Fair

The Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security ministry reaffirms its dedication to bringing its services within reach of the populace, as it participates in the Ondangwa Trade and Industrial Exhibition, offering a range of services.

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Namibia

Parliament introduces distinctive vehicle registration plates

https://youtu.be/vqDFfPtxJkM By Josia Shigwedha The National Council and National Assembly have jointly launched new vehicle registration number plates today in Windhoek. The vehicles that belong to the parliament will be easily identified by a green vehicle registration plate displaying the abbreviation LNA for Legislature National Assembly and LNC for Legislature National Council. Delivering a keynote address at the unveiling of the new registration number plates, the speaker of […]

May 2, 2024 11

APO International

Sonangol Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to Drive Angolan Energy Strategy at African Energy Week (AEW) 2024

[[{"value":"Sebastião Gaspar Martins, CEO of Angola’s national oil company (NOC) Sonangol, will participate as a speaker at African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy 2024 event in Cape Town from November 4-8. This comes as the country seeks to attain energy security, affordability and reliability on the back of accelerated oil and gas development. The NOC will also serve as a sponsor for this year’s event. Ahead of AEW: […]

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APO International

Afreximbank to Discuss Mobilizing Investment in African Energy at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024

[[{"value":"Director of Project and Asset-Based Finance for the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Helen Aigbe Brume, will discuss financing Africa’s energy growth at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) forum in Paris. Committed to financing and promoting intra- and extra- African trade, Afreximbank plays a leading role in developing African energy projects that target industrialization and economic development. In Angola, the multilateral financial institution is investing in the Cabinda oil refinery, […]

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