Sustainable Energy Solutions: How Perenco is Enabling Gas-Powered Industrial Growth across Africa

Reaffirming its unwavering dedication to Africa’s energy sector, independent hydrocarbon producer Perenco recently launched its first-ever gas-to-industry supply project in Cameroon. Last July, the company put into service the Bigapa Gas Processing Center, marking an important milestone while strengthening its historic partnership with Cameroon's National Hydrocarbons Corporation (SNH). https://apo-opa.co/4cji4xf The processing center is set to source gas from the Sanaga South Field and supply the Keda tile factory with between […]

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APO International

Africa’s leading Venture Capital firm Founders Factory Africa rebrands to 54 Collective

Today, leading African venture capital firm, Founders Factory Africa (FFA), has announced its rebrand and name change to 54 Collective (https://54Collective.VC/), evolving its business model to better support transformative technology ventures across the continent through catalytic capital and value-add support through its Venture Success Platform. Download document: https://apo-opa.co/4diDADB 54 Collective, builds on its exceptional track record of investing in and scaling early-stage ventures in Africa. The new name, 54 Collective, reflects […]

August 7, 2024 9

South Africa

South Africa’ Agricultural union TLU says it is encouraged by Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen’s vision for the sector

South Africa' Agricultural union, TLU says it is encouraged by Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen’s vision for the sector. The minister met with the union and other organisations on Tuesday, where the main challenges in the agricultural industry were discussed. Steenhuisen addressed four key issues that he prioritises including funding for farmers and biosecurity for animals and plants. TLU SA general manager, Bennie van Zyl, says any responsible government should nurture […]

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World

UK police say they’re prepared ahead of possible disorder on Wednesday

Officials have been monitoring reports of far-right calls for gatherings in dozens of locations. Prime Minister Keir Starmer says rioters can expect rapid sentencing within days. Tuesday night saw relative calm compared to previous days. Home affairs expert Danny Shaw thinks some of the response so far could have been more rapid.

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Namibia

||Kharas Governor Urges Unity and Highlights Economic Potential

||Kharas Governor, Aletha Frederick has called for unity and rejection of tribalism, racism, and regionalism, emphasizing that such divisive forces hinder societal progress and economic growth. In her fifth State of the Region Address, Frederick celebrated ||Kharas as a vital economic engine for Namibia, highlighting its strengths in mining, fishing, agriculture, and tourism. She stressed that new developments, including green hydrogen, oil and gas, and the Neckartal dam green scheme, […]

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Oshiwambo

Oshikondo shouhaku moshitopolwa sha Shikoto sha andjakaneka omayakulo asho okufika koshiwana.

Oshikondo shouhaku moshitopolwa sha Shikoto, osha lopota shakufa ombinga mo inyangadalwa yokutwala omayakulo ouhaku popepi noshiwana pomandiki efike pe 190 mo 2024, okushiyelekanifa nomandiki ali efike po 173 mo 2022. Oo eli omunambelewa omukulunhu moshikondo shouhaku moshitopolwa aamo, Joshua Nghipangelwa, pefimbo leenghundafana aado aninga no Nampa okwati, eenele dihapu odo vahanga okufika koshiwana oku twala omayakulo ouhaku moshitopolwa, oda hapupalekwa shatalikila komuvalu taweende nokuya pombada moshitopolwa unene tuu komidingonoko odo […]

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APO International

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej Advocates to End Female Genital Mutilation in the Sixth 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 Sixth 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 […]

August 7, 2024 12

South Africa

ANC President Ramaphosa Calls for Accelerated Renewal

In S.A, ANC president Cyril Ramaphosa says the national executive committee lekgotla has confirmed that the party must proceed without delay and with greater energy with the renewal of the movement. He wrapped up the three-day NEC lekgotla held at the Birchwood Hotel in Boksburg yesterday. Ramaphosa says through organisational renewal, they need to promote principled, transformative, and emancipatory activism and politics:

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Namibia

Capricorn Foundation Supports Gobabis Hospital with Infusion Pumps

The Capricorn Foundation has donated 10 infusion pumps, worth N$264,500, to the Gobabis State Hospital Pediatric Ward to aid malnourished children. Veripura Muukua, Coordinator at the foundation, noted that this support is part of their broader effort to tackle malnutrition, which has affected around 2,000 children in Namibia this year. Governor Pijoo Nganate praised the donation, highlighting its importance given the region's ongoing drought and food insecurity.

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