insert_link Africa Pregnant Nigerian women need faster access to hospitals – technology helped us calculate travel times By Aduragbemi Banke-Thomas, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Nigeria contributes 28% of the 280,000 maternal deaths and about 10% of almost two million stillbirths that occur annually across the globe. Evidence shows significantly higher odds of maternal deaths in urban Nigeria than in rural areas, especially in the south, due to poor road infrastructure, haphazardly built environments, traffic congestion and expanding informal settlements. According […] todayJuly 16, 2024 10
insert_link APO International Empowering Youth Through Photography: Canon Central and North Africa Partners with Rolof Computer Academy in Nigeria Canon’s World of Education initiatives in Africa (https://en.Canon-CNA.com) are aligned with the corporate philosophy of Kyosei, which is a Japanese concept meaning, living, and working together for the common good; The educational programmes bring to life Canon’s commitment to sustainability, cooperation, and fostering an environment for growth and development. Canon Central and North Africa is delighted to announce a collaboration with Rolof Computer Academy, aimed at empowering youth and fostering creativity. […] todayJuly 16, 2024 15
insert_link APO International Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Joins Critical Minerals Africa (CMA) 2024 as Strategic Partner The increasing demand of critical minerals for the global energy transition presents African countries with an opportunity to address environmental governance challenges and accelerate infrastructure development and economic growth through export revenues and global market cooperation. Furthermore, the development and implementation of robust governance frameworks that prioritize inclusivity and local content development is crucial for the growth of Africa’s critical mineral market and its socioeconomic advancement, according to a whitepaper […] todayJuly 16, 2024 8
insert_link Environment Diving with penguins: tech gives ocean scientists a bird’s-eye view of foraging in Antarctic waters By Chris Oosthuizen, University of Cape Town; Emmanuel Dufourq, African Institute for Mathematical Sciences; Lorène Jeantet, African Institute for Mathematical Sciences; Pierre Pistorius, Nelson Mandela University, and Stefan Schoombie, University of Cape Town Chinstrap penguins are members of Antarctica’s brush-tailed group of penguins. They’re easily identified by the feature that gives them their name – a black strap that runs from ear to ear below […] todayJuly 16, 2024 14
insert_link South Africa S.A National Nuclear Regulator has extended Eskom’s license to operate Unit One of the Koeberg nuclear power station The S.A National Nuclear Regulator has extended Eskom's license to operate Unit One of the Koeberg nuclear power station for an additional 20 years. This decision follows extensive public consultations and technical reviews. The unit, generating 920 megawatts, will now operate until July 2044. The NNR will deliberate on the extension for Unit Two at a later date. Eskom's spokesperson, Daphne Mokwena, has assured the public of Koeberg's safety and […] todayJuly 16, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Logos Hope Hosts Diverse Events at Walvis Bay Port, Featuring Business Symposium and Crew Experience Logos Hope recently held a range of engaging events at Walvis Bay Port, targeting various demographics from children to parents. Key attractions included the Namibia Business Symposium by Chamber of Commerce and Industries and the immersive Crew for a Day program, providing a firsthand look into daily life aboard the ship. Project Manager : Paolenta Kevo todayJuly 16, 2024 22
insert_link World UN puts price on removing rubble from Gaza Rebuilding and removing all the rubble in Gaza, the UN says will cost between 500 million and 600 million dollars. This latest UN assessment comes as the war between Israel and Hamas enters its eighth month, with parts of Gaza completely destroyed. Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York. todayJuly 16, 2024 11
insert_link Namibia INTERVIEW: Logos Hope in Walvis Bay: A Week of Community Engagement and Inspiration In a bustling week of community engagement and profound inspiration, the Logos Hope has made an indelible mark on Namibia, anchored in the scenic port of Walvis Bay. At the helm of this transformative visit is Project Manager Paolenta Kevo, orchestrating a series of impactful events and welcoming over 26,000 visitors aboard this floating cultural haven. From the outset, the Logos Hope has not merely been a vessel but a […] todayJuly 16, 2024 22
insert_link Africa Gender apartheid: oppression of women should be made a crime against humanity – feminist academic explains why By Penelope Andrews, New York Law School Crimes against humanity are occurring with impunity around the globe; from Myanmar to Sudan, Ukraine and elsewhere. And yet, unlike international treaties for the crimes of genocide, torture, apartheid and forced disappearances, there isn’t a treaty specific to crimes against humanity. That lack is now being remedied. The International Law Commission, a UN expert body, has submitted […] todayJuly 16, 2024 10
