insert_link APO International Meetings of Ambassador of Belarus I.Bely with the Prime Minister and Minister of Health of Eswatini [[{"value":"On June 17, 2024 the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Belarus to South Africa, Igor Bely, was received by the Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Eswatini, Russell Mmiso Dlamini. The sides discussed the implementation of the April agreements between the head of the Belarusian diplomatic mission and His Majesty King Mswati III of the Kingdom of Eswatini, as well as the agenda of the first in the history of […] todayJune 18, 2024 8
insert_link APO International African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) commemorates the Day of the African Child [[{"value":"The Africa Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) joins African nations to commemorate the International Day of the African Child. This year’s theme ‘Education for all children in Africa: The time is now’, highlights the urgent need to transform education not only in Somalia but across the continent by translating commitments into tangible actions. ATMIS acknowledges the pressing requirements for substantial investments and coordinated efforts among AU member countries to enhance the […] todayJune 18, 2024 11
insert_link APO International ‘World Bank Grant for Women Empowerment misallocated’ [[{"value":"The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has raised concerns over the utilisation of a Shs803 billion World Bank grant intended for the Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women (GROW) Project. According to a report of the Auditor General, despite the grant's primary goal of supporting established women-led businesses, a significant portion of the money is being directed towards mind-set change programmes, infrastructure development and competitions rather than directly benefiting the […] todayJune 18, 2024 7
insert_link APO International Chargé d’Affaires Wang Sheng Meets with Hon. Rodney Sikumba, Minister of Tourism of Zambia [[{"value":"On 17 June 2024, Chargé d’Affaires Wang Sheng met with Hon. Rodney Sikumba, Minister of Tourism of Zambia. The two sides exchanged views on further strengthening China-Zambia cultural and tourism cooperation. Mr. Wang said that this year marks the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Zambia, and it is also the Year of Culture and Tourism. This May, Hon. Minister Sikumba led a delegation to China to attend the opening […] todayJune 18, 2024 5
insert_link Local Unclaimed benefits for 176 GIPF members: an urgent call to action The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) provides various benefits to its members, such as Normal Retirement, Early Retirement, Resignation (also applicable to dismissals), Retrenchment, Disability benefit, Ill-Health Retirement, Death, and Funeral benefits. These benefits are due when a member is no longer employed and exits the Fund. Currently the GIPF holds millions in what is referred to as unclaimed benefits. Every staff member of a participating […] todayJune 18, 2024 12
insert_link Lifestyle Visual artist Bambo Sibiya celebrates everyday women in “Ngemva Kokuqubuka – After Precarity By Phendu Kuta, bird story agency Inspired by his single mother, who raised three children while working as a domestic worker, visual artist Bambo Sibiya has framed her as a superhero for his solo exhibition, “Ngemva Kokuqubuka – After Precarity.” Sibiya’s exhibition, currently showing at Circa Gallery in Johannesburg from June 1 to July 27, is an ode to the beauty, dignity, and strength of […] todayJune 18, 2024 78
insert_link World France to try suspects over false Brigitte Macron transgender claim Two women are to be tried this week over false claims that France's first lady Brigitte Macron was transgender, which sparked online rumour-mongering by conspiracy theorists and the far-right. In 2022, Brigitte Macron filed a complaint for libel against two women who posted a YouTube video in December 2021 alleging she had once been a man named "Jean-Michel". The claim went viral just weeks before the 2022 […] todayJune 18, 2024 43
insert_link APO International Find Your Perfect Domain with GoDaddy’s Innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technology [[{"value":"As you embark on your online journey, choosing the right domain name plays a vital role in establishing your web presence. It is often one of the earliest decisions you will make as an entrepreneur or small business owner. GoDaddy is harnessing the power of AI to help entrepreneurs and small business owners find the right domain name for their business, themselves, or their organization. GoDaddy AI Domain Search tool […] todayJune 18, 2024 17
insert_link APO International Koch strikes 50 in exciting Bok squad featuring four debutants [[{"value":"Rugby World Cup-winning prop Vincent Koch will earn his 50th Test cap on Saturday when the Springboks take on Wales at Twickenham in their first international since lifting the Webb Ellis Cup in France in October last year as Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus named an exciting matchday 23 that will be captained by flanker Pieter-Steph du Toit and features four uncapped players. Edwill van der Merwe (wing) and Jordan Hendrikse […] todayJune 18, 2024 10
