Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 to Foster Collaboration as Angola Strengthens Global Ties

Angola's oil and gas market presents compelling investment opportunities, enhanced by the 2025 Limited Tender offering ten exploration blocks in the Kwanza and Benguela basins. As sub-Saharan Africa's second-largest oil producer and a seasoned LNG exporter, Angola is poised to boost production and contribute to global energy security through new international partnerships. As the country’s premier international oil and gas event, Angola Oil&Gas (AOG) offers a platform for heightened collaboration […]

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Oshiwambo

Ependafule moRadio, Deon van Rensburg axulifa.

Ondjonghundana yokukundaneka yo Future Media, oya shiivifa nenyeme efyo lomunailonga wayo Deon van Rensburg. Deon oo akala omukwateli komesho wo radio yo NOVA Sunrise, okwa lopotwa amana oweenda waye ongula yonena. Deon okwa kala ashiivikila nawa moshikondo shoikundaneki oule womido di dulife po25, oo adana onghandangala yakula mo programa yo Breakfast Crew yo Radio Wave. Ehangano lo Future Media ola yandja omahekeleko kovapambele ookaume novapwilikini aveshe voRadio, pefimbo eli loshilemo […]

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Africa

Opinion: Mnangagwa, Zimbabwe, not fit to lead SADC

Opinion Piece By Vitalio Angula, Social Political Commentator and Independent Columnist The Republic of Zimbabwe will assume the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Chairmanship on 17th August 2024, taking over Angola, the previous Chair. Notwithstanding rising reports of repression, assaults and crackdowns on members of the opposition and civil society organizations in the country, Zimbabwe is nonetheless set to host the 44th Summit of SADC Heads of […]

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APO International

Tanzania High Commission and Zenith Bank to strengthen Collaborate, particularly regarding trade facilitation between Tanzania and Nigeria businesses

Today, 8th August 2024, Judica E. Nagunwa, Charge d'affaires had a discussion with Mr. Antony K. Oyewole, Deputy General Manager and Zonal Head of Zenith Bank, Abuja. The discussion focused on collaboration between the Mission and the Bank, particularly regarding trade facilitation between Tanzania and Nigeria businesses. Zenith Bank is one of the largest banks in Nigeria, with branches/ offices in different countries, including Europe and Asia. Distributed by […]

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Namibia

Leaders Urge Increased Youth Participation in Upcoming Elections

There is a growing call from leaders across various sectors for increased youth involvement in the upcoming elections. Uajokorisa Karuaihe, CEO of the One Economy Foundation, has also emphasized the importance of engaging young people in the electoral process.

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South Africa

DA Welcomes National Student Financial Aid Scheme’s Commitment to Address Challenges

In S.A, the DA has welcomed the commitment by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme Administrator, Freeman Nomvalo, to address the various challenges it faces. The scheme, which runs a multi-billion-rand annual budget providing study loans to eligible students at tertiary institutions, has faced challenges including deficiencies in the rollout of funds to millions of its beneficiaries. The DA’s Desiree van der Walt says she will request that the […]

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Namibia

Education Minister’s Call For Improved Student Outcomes Irks Landless People’s Movement

Education Minister, Anna Nghipondoka has called on teachers to “think outside the box” and prioritize student success, emphasizing that issues like classroom shortages and overcrowding will not be accepted as excuses for poor performance. Her directive comes as the Landless People's Movement joins the conversation, adding their perspective on the matter.

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Africa

UN Security Council Highlights Impact of Peacekeeping Drawdowns on Women and Girls’ Rights

The United Nation Security Council has addressed the negative impacts of abrupt peace-keeping and political mission drawdowns on women and girls’ rights. During the meeting, chaired by Sierra Leonne, the council highlighted how the UN has faced rapid transitions in countries like Mali and Sudan, where host governments forced mission withdrawals. UN Women's Sima Bahous says it's important for women to be included:

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Health / Medical

INTERVIEW: Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month: A Conversation with Bianca Özcan

Windhoek, Namibia – In a recent interview with Future Media’s Leonard Witbeen, Bianca Özcan, a passionate advocate for rare diseases, highlighted the critical issues surrounding Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) during August's Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month. Bianca began by addressing the profound impact SMA has on individuals and families. "SMA is a rare, progressive neuromuscular condition characterized by muscle weakness and atrophy, which can severely affect daily activities such […]

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