RS partners with Sharps Electrical to drive innovation and sustainable growth in Botswana

[[{"value":"RS South Africa (www.Africa.RSdelivers.com), a trading brand of RS Group plc (LSE: RS1), a global provider of product and service solutions, has formed a strategic partnership with Sharps Electrical (http://apo-opa.co/3VtNc8b), a leading electrical wholesaler and contractor in Botswana. This collaboration marks a significant stride towards fostering innovation and sustainable growth in the Sub-Saharan African region. Signed on 1 April, the partnership aims to leverage the strengths of both companies to deliver […]

June 5, 2024 10

APO International

Liquid Intelligent Technologies and MEDI TELECOM partner to expand network reach in Morocco

[[{"value":"Liquid Intelligent Technologies (https://www.Liquid.Tech/), a pan-African technology group, has partnered with MEDI TELECOM, part of the Orange Group in Morocco. This partnership will bring extended network coverage and enhanced services to Liquid Dataport clients in the region. This mutually beneficial partnership positions Liquid as a single supplier of its full range of digital services in Morocco, eliminating the need for multiple supplier networks. MEDI TELECOM, which offers its customers telecommunications […]

June 5, 2024 11

World

Indian election: Narendra Modi hasn’t delivered the expected landslide – where the BJP may have gone wrong

By Thankom Arun, University of Essex Narendra Modi may have led his Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) to a historic third term, but the landslide victory that many had expected failed to materialise. With half of the 640 million votes counted, Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its political allies were on course to win 290 seats. It’s enough to form […]

June 5, 2024 17

Business / Economics

Safeguarding your world with personal All-Risk cover

By Johannes Hesekiel, General Manager for Personal Lines, Old Mutual Short-Term Insurance, Old Mutual Namibia In today's fast-paced world, we carry our lives with us wherever we go. From the latest gadgets to cherished heirlooms, our personal belongings are more than just objects—they're a reflection of who we are. Yet, in the midst of our busy lives, we often overlook a crucial aspect of safeguarding these valuables: […]

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APO International

IT News Africa Announces Digital Finance Africa 2024: A Crucial Summit for FinTech Innovation

[[{"value":"Africa's financial sector gears up for IT News Africa’s (www.ITNewsAfrica.com) highly anticipated Digital Finance Africa 2024 (http://apo-opa.co/3yKX84a) conference, scheduled for July 4th at the prestigious Maslow Sandton. Under the theme "Empowering Africa's Financial Future: FinTech Innovations for Inclusive Growth," this year's event promises a day of strategic insights and networking opportunities. Abe Wakama, CEO of IT News Africa, highlighted the significance of this gathering, stating, "Digital Finance Africa 2024 is more […]

June 5, 2024 6

Namibia

I have lost count – Amushelelo speaks on lawsuits against him

https://youtu.be/nd-MjO9-dqo By Josia Shigwedha, via News on One Social activist and Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters Party (NEFF) Economic Commissar, Michael Amushelelo, says that he has lost count of the number of lawsuits against him, as they span multiple jurisdictions and total over a million of dollars. Amushelelo stated that despite these legal actions, this will not deter him from continuing the work he […]

June 5, 2024 27

World

U.S government panel rejects MDMA as PTSD treatment

A U.S Food and Drug Administration panel has rejected the use of MDMA as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder. Panelists expressed concern about the quality of the clinical trials used with the drug commonly known as ecstasy or molly. Ira Spitzer reports. us

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Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Social Justice Activist Herbert Jauch on Water Pricing: Ensuring Equity in the Face of Scarcity

As water scarcity looms over Namibia, social justice activist Herbert Jauch emphasizes the crucial need for strategic planning to avert a catastrophe. With dam levels plummeting and water shortages becoming increasingly severe, households across the country, particularly in Windhoek, are facing the stark reality of dwindling water supplies. In light of this pressing issue, Jauch advocates for equitable solutions that prioritize the needs of low-income households while ensuring the […]

June 5, 2024 28

Namibia

Activist Urges Equitable Water Solutions Amid Looming Crisis

As Namibia grapples with water scarcity, activist Herbert Jauch underscores the urgency of strategic planning to prevent catastrophe. With dam levels dropping and shortages worsening, households, especially in Windhoek, confront dwindling water supplies. Jauch stresses the importance of fair solutions prioritizing low-income households while promoting sustainable water management.

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