insert_link APO International President Akufo-Addo Commissions the School Junction to Motorway Road Project President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo commissioned the highly anticipated School Junction to Motorway Road, a vital infrastructure project aimed at enhancing connectivity and fostering economic growth in Accra and beyond. The event marked a significant milestone in the government's ongoing efforts to improve the nation’s infrastructure and create a modern, interconnected, and prosperous Ghana. In his address, President Akufo-Addo emphasized the importance of robust infrastructure as a foundation for sustainable […] todayAugust 27, 2024 3
insert_link APO International Medical Needs Soar after 500 Days of War in Sudan 27 August 2024 marks 500 days since the War in Sudan, and the country began enduring its worst humanitarian crisis yet. This is a shameful moment for international humanitarian organisations and donors, who for over 16 months have failed to provide an adequate response to the country’s escalating medical needs, from catastrophic child malnutrition to widespread disease outbreaks. Heavy restrictions from both warring parties have drastically limited capacities, including ours, to deliver […] todayAugust 27, 2024 3
insert_link APO International Africa: Addressing debt challenges in State-Owned Enterprises In a concerted effort to tackle the growing challenges of State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) debt in Africa, the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) hosted a high-level workshop in Pretoria from 21 to 23 August 2024. The event brought together finance policymakers, industry experts, and international organizations to share best practices and develop strategic solutions for effective SOE debt management across the continent. The workshop brought together officials from the […] todayAugust 27, 2024 3
insert_link APO International Statement by the United Nations Support Mission on the Central Bank of Libya Crisis The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) expresses its deep concern over the deteriorating situation in Libya resulting from unilateral decisions. The Mission believes that continuing with unilateral actions will come at a high cost for the Libyan people to resolve the protracted crisis, and risks precipitating the country's financial and economic collapse. In line with its mandate under Security Council Resolution 2702 (2023), particularly with regard to conflict […] todayAugust 27, 2024 4
insert_link APO International Cameroon: ‘Disappeared’ Activist Resurfaces with Marks of Torture Cameroon’s authorities and security forces forcibly disappeared Ramon Cotta, a social media activist, and apparently tortured him, Human Rights Watch said today. Cotta, born Yves Kibouy Bershu, has been living in Gabon for the past 10 years, where he also went by the name of Steve Akam. He is known for his TikTok videos in which he criticizes the Cameroonian authorities. On August 20, 2024, lawyers representing Cotta told Human Rights Watch that […] todayAugust 27, 2024 8
insert_link APO International Uganda: Gulu City all set to host Members of Parliament (MPs) for regional sitting Gulu City is bustling with activity as Members of Parliament (MPs) and other stakeholders decent upon it for the inaugural regional parliament sitting to be held from 28 to 30 August, 2024. This historic event has sparked a wave of activity, from cleaning up the streets to reorganising the town’s infrastructure. The city's transformation reflects both anticipation and hope as it welcomes this significant occasion. In the days leading up […] todayAugust 27, 2024 3
insert_link Business / Economics INTERVIEW: Activist Herbert Jauch Calls for Rethink on Namibia’s Oil and Gas Strategy Windhoek, Namibia – Herbert Jauch, a prominent activist, has called for a fundamental reassessment of Namibia’s approach to oil and gas exploration. In a recent discussion, Jauch emphasized that the use of Namibia’s natural resources should benefit all Namibians, not just a select few, and warned against continuing with oil and gas extraction given the current global context. Jauch argued that Namibia's natural resources have long been controlled by foreign […] todayAugust 27, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa Eskom Urges Collaborative Effort to Tackle Municipal Debt and Energy Theft To South Africa, where Eskom has called for a collaborative approach to address the growing municipal debt and widespread energy theft. The power utility urges the government, communities, and municipalities to work together to resolve these problems and ensure financial stability. In a media briefing, Eskom chairperson Mteto Nyati says these issues are major challenges for the utility, with unpaid municipal bills and illegal connections driving up costs and impacting […] todayAugust 27, 2024 5
insert_link World First commercial space walk expected later today Four private citizens are set to make history later today as they launch into space on a mission that is expected to include the first commercial space walk. The risky endeavor which involves two crew members venturing outside on a tether, has previously only been conducted by government astronauts. Corresponding for us from the US is Kate Fisher: todayAugust 27, 2024 12
