Community-Based Militias Take Heavy Toll on Civilians Across South Sudan

Widespread attacks against civilians persist across South Sudan, driven primarily by subnational armed violence involving community-based militias and/or civil defense groups, according to the latest quarterly brief by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). Between January and March 2024, UNMISS documented 240 incidents of violence affecting 913 civilians nationwide, of which 468 were killed, 328 injured, 70 abducted and 47 subjected to conflict related sexual violence. This represents a […]

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APO International

How Artificial Intelligence Can Help Give Your Business a Boost

Mid-year is often a good time to review the status of your business and consider making changes to help your business grow during the second half of the year. It is also an opportunity to assess the level of support your business is getting from digital solution tools, what is available in the market, and what to consider helping propel your business and customer engagement. While enterprise businesses may have […]

July 17, 2024 5

Oshiwambo

Nangombe okwa mbalipalekwa kiilonga yoku tunga omukunda goohanana moshipangelo sha Swakopmund

Omunambelewa kuluntu guuministeli wuuhaku nonkalo nawa Ben Nangombe okwati okwa mbalipalelwa kepondolo lyaadhika okutunga omukunda goohanana moshipangelo sha Swakopmund,sha landula sho iilonga yoku tunga ya pewa ehangano lilwe epe. Iilonga yokutunga omukunda goombete 28 kongushu yoodola oomilion 27 ya tameke mo 2022 ,okwali kwa tegelelwa yi manithwe mu Feb 2022,ashike oya kalekwa sho omutungi gotango a tsakaneke omashongo. Nomolwa etompelo ndika, Nangombe okwati uuministeli owa tokola oku kuthapo etsokumwe ndika,noku […]

July 17, 2024 14

Oshiwambo

Minister Emma Teofelus okwa tamekitha omutumba go ICT gonuumvo

Ominista yomauyelele nomakwatathano gopaungomba Emma Teofelus okwa tamekitha omutumba omuti 8th go National Information and Communication Technology Summit ohela mo Windhoek. Minister ta holola kutya omutumba ogwa ninga gwa simana mokuyapo nomadhilongo giikalekelwa,elongelokumwe,noku topola owino moshikondo shomauyelele nomakwatathano gopaungomba moshilongo. Tiindiile aadhani nkandangala ayehe moshikondo shomauyelele nomakwatathano gopaungomba okuza moshikondo shepangelo noshopaumwene,oshowo aanongeki naagundjuka ya longithe ompito tayi gandjwa komutumba nguka. Oshimaliwa sha konda pomilion 1 oshuuvanekwa,noodola 500 000 dhomakwashilipaleko […]

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Business / Economics

Another big splash for China in water contracts

This story is republished with permission from The Tender Bulletin NamWater has awarded a tender for the construction of the Outapi water treatment works extension and upgrade to China Jiangxi International in joint venture with Homefin Properties for N$112-m, two months after the same partnership landed a N$91-m contract for the construction of Ondangwa – Oshali water pipeline. The Outapi water treatment construction contract was awarded directly by […]

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APO International

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej focuses on Promoting a Healthy Lifestyle in the fourth Episode of “Our Africa by Merck Foundation” TV program

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany has released the fourth Episode of their First-ever TV program – ‘Our Africa by Merck Foundation’ on their social media handles. ‘Our Africa by Merck Foundation’ is a pan African TV program that is conceptualized, produced, directed, and co-hosted by Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation to feature African Fashion Designers, Singers, and prominent experts from various domains with the aim to raise awareness […]

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APO International

The International Criminal Court (ICC) marks 17 July, Day of International Criminal Justice

Today, 17 July 2024, is the Day of International Criminal Justice, which marks the 26th anniversary of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) (www.ICC-CPI.int). The Rome Statute is the first international treaty of its kind, establishing the International Criminal Court, and aiming to end impunity for perpetrators of genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity and the crime of aggression. 124 countries are States Parties to the Rome […]

July 17, 2024 10

APO International

Forging Resilience: World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa (AFRO) Establishes Independent Expert Body to Bolster Africa’s Health Security

In a major step towards strengthening health security in the African Region, the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for Africa (AFRO) has established an Emergency Preparedness&Response Technical Advisory Group (EPR-TAG). This independent body serves as the principal advisory group to WHO AFRO for strategic guidance on all matters pertaining to public health emergency preparedness and response. The EPR Technical Advisory Group will play a critical role in supporting WHO […]

July 17, 2024 5

APO International

Canon launches flagship EOS R1 and advanced EOS R5 Mark II mirrorless cameras setting new standards for performance and creativity

Canon Europe (www.Canon-Europe.com) announces the launch of its highly anticipated flag bearers for the EOS R System – the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II, designed to take professional photography and videography to new levels. With unparalleled high performance, both products offer the most streamlined workflow processes and intuitive user experience ever, with assistive technologies powered by a new Accelerated Capture imaging platform and Deep Learning. The EOS R1 […]

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