insert_link APO International World Future Health Africa 2024 presented by GITEX Health Tech 5.0 accelerates continent’s tech-fuelled digital health revolution [[{"value":"Debut event supported by Moroccan Ministry of Health and Social Protection, Moroccan Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, and Digital Development Agency, spotlights tech’s transformative role in advancing Africa’s healthcare opportunity; Africa CDC, Africa Healthcare Federation, PATH partner with powerful forum propelling innovative solutions solving Africa’s unique healthcare challenges; Major hospital groups, African ministries to descend upon three-day health-tech investment exhibition catalysing new cross-continental digital health agenda. Technology’s transformative […] todayMay 28, 2024 21
insert_link APO International The Transformative Potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Africa: A Vision for Sustainable Development (By H.E. Younus Al Nasser) [[{"value":"By H.E. Younus Al Nasser, Chief Executive Officer of the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment, part of Digital Dubai. Al Nasser is a globally recognized leader in planning and implementing city-wide digital transformation and building holistic data ecosystems. Digital Dubai’s participation at GITEX Africa 2024 has presented a great opportunity for us to delve into some of the key themes of the event. With a 50-person strong contingency, representing nine […] todayMay 28, 2024 6
insert_link 2 Opinion Pieces Economic and Business Advice for the next President Opinion Piece by Josef Kefas Sheehama There are a number of important business and economic issues that the incoming President should take care of as we anticipate the upcoming presidential and national assembly elections. As an independent researcher in economic and business matters, I advise the incoming president to prioritize trade and industrial policies and foster positive relationships with international trade in order to attract investors […] todayMay 28, 2024 20 2
insert_link Local Agra and Agra Staff Initiative Fund (ASIF) Heartfelt Contribution to the Droogte Hulp Namibia Fund In the heart of our beloved country, we all feel the weight of the drought that grips our land. Every conversation seems to circle back to the desperate need for rain. Each day, we hear the stories of our treasured clients—our farmers—caught in the grip of this relentless natural disaster. They face an unyielding reality: animals perishing, school fees unpaid, and the constant struggle to […] todayMay 28, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia IUM launches million-dollar project to fund needy students https://youtu.be/ufGlM6pcThE By Finna Kahili, via News on One The International University of Management (IUM) has launched the Go FundMe project, initiated by the Student Representative Council (SRC) to help students with financial difficulties. The project, themed "Empowering Futures: Bridging the Education Gap," aims to raise N$1 million to support not only IUM students who are facing financial challenges, but also those who wish to study at […] todayMay 28, 2024 16
insert_link Sport New Zealand Rugby set for pivotal vote after breakaway threat New Zealand Rugby will hold a crucial vote Thursday over who runs the game in the country that could see top players split from the governing body if they don't get their way. Months of bubbling discord are set to reach a head at NZR's special general meeting in the capital Wellington. Powerbrokers will vote for one of two proposals about a new leadership structure for the national […] todayMay 28, 2024 7
insert_link APO International Canon Celebrates 10 Years of Empowering African Youth with the Miraisha Programme [[{"value":"Canon’s (Canon-CNA.com) Miraisha Programme focuses on delivering job opportunities and future livelihoods to young people across Africa through skills workshops, training programmes and enterprise support; The programme has educated more than 7000+ future professionals across the continent, helping them to gain qualifications, secure employment and set up their own businesses. Canon Central and North Africa, a global leader in imaging solutions, proudly announces the 10th anniversary of its Miraisha Programme, […] todayMay 28, 2024 10
insert_link Sport Senegal ex-rifleman in his 90s to carry Olympic flame in France At over 90 years old, former Senegalese rifleman Oumar Dieme considers it something of a miracle that he will be carrying the Olympic flame as part of the opening of this summer's Paris Games. In the shade of mango and silk-cotton trees, he recounts his time in the "Senegalese tirailleurs" -- a corps of African infantrymen who fought for France during the two world wars and various decolonisation […] todayMay 28, 2024 7
insert_link World Challenges face rescue efforts in Papua New Guinea landslide Rescue efforts are continuing following Friday's devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea. International aid organisations are working to send food, water and evacuation shelters to the region, but are facing challenges due to the remote location as Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong. todayMay 28, 2024 24
