insert_link APO International The African Energy Chamber (AEC) to Host Invest in African Energy Reception in London on 11 July [[{"value":"The African Energy Chamber (AEC) – the voice of the African energy sector – will host a reception in London on 11 July 2024. Serving as a prelude to the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy conference - taking place later this year in Cape Town -, the reception will connect foreign investors with African project opportunities. In line with the AEW: Invest in African Energy (www.AECWeek.com) mandate […] todayJune 12, 2024 15
insert_link APO International Avsos Announces Successful Exhibition at Gitex 2024 Africa in Marrakesh [[{"value":"Avsos, a leading innovator in technology solutions for the aviation industry, proudly participated as an exhibitor at the recently concluded Gitex 2024 Africa (https://GITEXAfrica.com) in Marrakesh. This prestigious event provided a vital platform for Avsos to showcase its suite of advanced operational solutions, including its inflight retail product, Avira Connect, TMAN, Crew Mate, Crew Guru, and the latest addition, Aviro Pair, engaging with global technology leaders. Avsos introduced its flagship […] todayJune 12, 2024 3
insert_link APO International Payroll integration is a business advantage. How do you make it happen? [[{"value":"Business silos have their purpose, but they are not effective. Connect the dots, and the results pay handsomely. This wisdom can revolutionise payroll operations and employee relationships. What should companies know about integrating payroll (or other operations)? The case for integration In Charles Duhigg's award-winning book Habits, he tells the story of Tony Dungy, the first African-American head coach to win the Superbowl, the peak of competitive American Football. Dungy's […] todayJune 12, 2024 6
Namibia Orthopaedic surgeons give a gift of walking through surgery https://youtu.be/F3Fpw0oUfAY By Ketemba Tjipepa About 35 local children and adults with foot and ankle deformities will undergo live changing surgeries this week to straighten their feet. The free surgery to be contacted at the Windhoek Central Hospital and Lady Pohamba, is provided by world renowned orthopaedics surgeons from Steps to walk, a global humanitarian organisation visiting the country for a week. Now in […] todayJune 12, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia UNAM Ogongo Campus Boosts Rice and Poultry Farming Rice and poultry farming in northern Namibia are expanding, supported by UNAM's Ogongo Campus and Debmarine Namibia. This year's rice harvest is expected to reach 25 tonnes, up by eight tonnes. Omusati Governor Erginus Endjala called for investment in climate-smart agricultural technologies to address poor crop yields and livestock losses due to drought. UNAM's Rice and Mahangu Project, launched with Japanese support in 2012, continues to train and support local […] todayJune 12, 2024 25
insert_link South Africa Two Suspects Charged for Murders in Western Cape’s Khayelitsha Two suspects have been charged for the murders of a 30-year-old man and three children in Khayelitsha in S.A's Western Cape, as well as nine attempted murder charges. This comes after unknown gunmen entered a barbershop and opened fire at occupants at the premises on Saturday afternoon. The suspects will appear in the Khayelitsha Magistrate’s Court on Friday. Western Cape MEC of Police Oversight and Community Safety, Reagen Allen, says […] todayJune 12, 2024 14
insert_link World Hunter Biden guilty, after jury deliberates for only three hours The son of US President, Joseph Biden has been found guilty of three criminal charges related to the illegal purchase of a gun. During the trial, there were many witnesses including from the Biden family who spoke of his drug use in and around the time he bought the gun in 2018. Reporting for us is Caroline Malone. todayJune 12, 2024 32
insert_link Local Illegal lay-bys by truck drivers on the national road network The Roads Authority (RA) is urgently directing all truck drivers to immediately cease setting up illegal lay-bys on the national road network, especially those transporting manganese on the Trans Orange Corridor (Nakop Border Post via Grunau and Keetmanshoop to the port of Luderitz). Trucks that are parked in unauthorised areas on the sides of highways and major roads create hazardous conditions, obstruct visibility, and increase the […] todayJune 12, 2024 9
insert_link Africa Girls usually read better than boys. Why this isn’t the case in some African countries Girls may encounter obstacles that hinder their educational participation and reading development. Hugh Sitton By Pearl S. Kyei, University of Ghana In most parts of the world, girls outperform boys in reading. Girls are more likely to read at or above the expected level of proficiency for their grade compared to boys. There are several reasons for this. Girls have been found to have more […] todayJune 12, 2024 17
