insert_link World Kishida to step down as Japanese PM Fumio Kishida has announced he will step down as Japan's prime minister next month.He's been in the post for three years but recent polling shows his support has fallen to historic lows at around 15 percent. From East Asia, here's our correspondent William Denselow reporting. todayAugust 14, 2024 10
insert_link APO International Inaugural East African Community (EAC) Education Conference calls for joint regional efforts to transform the sector in the digital age The Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Philip Mpango, has called for joint and concerted regional efforts to tackle challenges in the bloc’s education sector. H.E. Mpango made this call today during the opening ceremony of the Inaugural EAC Regional Education Conference held in Arusha, Tanzania. The four-day conference, 12th - 15th August 2024, themed,’Educate an African Fit for the 21st Century: Collective Action for Quality, Inclusive, and Life-long Learning in East […] todayAugust 14, 2024 4
insert_link APO International Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) Declares Mpox A Public Health Emergency of Continental Security, Mobilizing Resources Across the Continent The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has officially declared the ongoing Mpox outbreak a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security (PHECS), marking the first such declaration by the agency since its inception in 2017. This declaration, under Article 3, Paragraph F of the Africa CDC Statutes, empowers the organization to lead and coordinate responses to significant health emergencies. The statute mandates Africa CDC to “coordinate and […] todayAugust 14, 2024 4
insert_link APO International ICAO Signs New Agreements with African States to Boost Sustainable Aviation Development The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) made a significant step forward in enhancing aviation's role as a catalyst for sustainable development in Africa. During the AFI Week held in Gabon, ICAO signed four pivotal capacity building and implementation support agreements with Member States, each aimed at strengthening their aviation sectors and alignment with international standards. Gabon's Agence Nationale de l'Aviation Civile entered into a Management Service Agreement (MSA) with ICAO. […] todayAugust 14, 2024 5
insert_link Environment Can nations ever get artisanal gold mining right? By Aimee Gabay, via Mongabay Artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) is a pillar of stability and opportunity for at least 16 million people worldwide, particularly in rural, impoverished communities. But with these pros also come cons. Given the serious contamination and environmental degradation associated with it, nations around the world are pushing for more sustainable laws and regulations. The question remains for policymakers, however: Can policymakers ever get it right? […] todayAugust 14, 2024 49
insert_link APO International Kenya: President Ruto asks leaders to support broad-based government President William Ruto has asked leaders from various political affiliations to support ongoing efforts to unite Kenyans for the sake of the unity and transformation. The President appealed to leaders who do not support the broad-based government to do so in the spirit of patriotism. He said the unity and transformation of the country are more important than the selfish, personal and political interests of leaders. “I want to tell […] todayAugust 14, 2024 8
insert_link South Africa S.A Union Saftu Blames Capitalism for South Africa’s Rising Unemployment Crisis South Africa's union federation, Saftu, attributes the country's soaring unemployment rates—8.3 million officially and 12.3 million in expanded figures—to capitalism. The latest labour force survey reveals alarming youth unemployment rates of 46.6% and 70%. Saftu’s Trevor Shaku criticized capitalism for its failure to generate local job opportunities. Meanwhile, Cosatu's Matthew Parks has urged immediate action, for increased job creation initiatives. He emphasised the need for a bold Medium-Term […] todayAugust 14, 2024 4
insert_link World War crimes in Myanmar escalating at alarming rate A team of United Nations investigators warns that war crimes committed by Myanmar's military government has escalated at an alarming rate. In the past six months the UN estimates that over three million people have been forced to flee their homes. Our East Asia correspondent William Denselow reports. todayAugust 14, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Health Minister Attends Simon Kunene Award Ceremony Honoring Khorixas Health District Team The Health & Social Services minister, Dr. Kalumbi Shangula, attended the Simon Kunene Award Ceremony, where the Khorixas Health District team was recognized for their outstanding efforts in malaria awareness, prevention, and elimination. Khorixas Constituency Councillor, Hon. !Gobs, and Khorixas Mayor, Cllr. Patience !Hoaes, were also present at the event. todayAugust 14, 2024 14
