A New Dam Inaugurated in Adi-Neamin

A new dam with a capacity of holding 147,000 cubic meters of water was inaugurated on 3 August in the Adi-Neamin administrative area, Logo-Anseba subzone. Built at a cost of about 15 million Nakfa, the dam is expected to alleviate water supply problems for both humans and livestock in the area. Mr. Kahsai Amleson, administrator of the Adi-Neamin administrative area, stated that the dam will not only ensure water supply […]

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APO International

Burkina Faso: African Development Bank Group approves $39.2 million loan for youth resilience project

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a $39.2 million loan to Burkina Faso for a project to boost skill development and resilience among young people, particularly women. The Multisectoral Project to Support Skills Development for Resilience will be financed through a $13.2 million contribution from the African Development Fund, the Bank Group’s concessional window, and $26 million from the Transition Support Facility, a […]

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APO International

Improved Wheat and Corn Seeds Registering Encouraging Results

Mr. Amanuel Woldetsion, head of seed development, reported that improved wheat and hybrid corn seeds are significantly contributing to boosting agricultural produce. Mr. Amanuel stated that this year 29,300 hectares of land have been cultivated, with 81% planted with crops, 14.4% with cereals, and 4% with oil crops. He also mentioned that the 2,500 quintals of improved wheat seeds that was distributed to farmers are significantly contributing to the successful […]

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Namibia

ECN records high voter registration rates in Kunene and Oshana

The Electoral Commission of Namibia has announced a considerable breakthrough in the recent voter registration drive held from 29 July to 1 August 2024. A total of 152,472 eligible voters were registered, averaging 38,002 registrations per day. This represents the highest turnout since the commencement of the General Registration of Voters (GRV), with a 91% turnout of eligible voters. The Kunene and Oshana regions recorded the highest registration rates at […]

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World

China urges flood control efforts as rainfall persists

Beijing has called on local authorities to stay on guard against floods as significant rainfall is forecast to continue in parts of the country in the coming days. State media said four people were killed and at least 23 missing in China's southwestern province of Sichuan over the weekend. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.

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South Africa

Save South Africa Civic Movement condemns the recent disciplinary hearing outcome for 12 white learners at Pretoria High School for Girls

Save South Africa Civic Movement has condemned the recent disciplinary hearing outcome for 12 white learners at Pretoria High School for Girls, calling it nonsensical and racially biased. The pupils who were accused of racism were found not guilty by the school governing body. Spokesperson Tebogo Mashilompane criticised the three-people panel for lacking objectivity and sensitivity, alleging the decision reinforces racial discrimination, undermining black learners. He demands transparency and a […]

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Namibia

President Nangolo Mbumba Awarded Namibia’s Highest Honor, The Most Ancient Order of Welwitschia Mirabilis

President Nangolo Mbumba has been awarded Namibia's highest honor, The Most Ancient Order of Welwitschia Mirabilis, in a ceremony held at State House on Saturday. Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba presented the award and sash, symbolizing Mbumba’s role as Head of State. Mbumba, who became Namibia’s fourth president following the death of Hage Geingob on February 4, 2024, dedicated the honor to his family, mentors, and Swapo Party colleagues. He expressed […]

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World

UK prime minister Keir Starmer has condemned anti-immigration protests across the country

UK prime minister, Keir Starmer has condemned anti-immigration protests across the country. Violent scenes have broken out in areas including Tamworth, Middlesbrough, Bolton, Hull, and Weymouth. This follows false reports that the suspect in the death of three young girls in a knife attack at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class in Southport last week was an asylum seeker. At least 150 protestors have been arrested. Starmer has vowed those involved […]

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Health / Medical

South Africa’s Department of Health has confirmed two more positive cases of Mpox in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal

South Africa's Department of Health has confirmed that two more positive cases of Mpox have been detected in Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal, increasing the number of cases from 22 to 24 nationwide. The number of deaths linked to the disease remains at three. The department’s spokesperson, Foster Mohale, says the 23rd case is a 36-year-old man from KwaZulu-Natal who was admitted at a public health facility in Durban late in July […]

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Month: August 2024