insert_link APO International Historic Tripoli Mevlevi Lodge Transformed into a Cultural Center with Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency’s (TİKA’s) Support The building, which had fallen into disrepair due to flooding from the Abou Ali River in Tripoli and the civil war in Lebanon, was restored by TİKA and returned to its original appearance. In 2024, renovation work was completed on the Mevlevi Lodge in Tripoli, which had been declared the Arab Capital of Culture for that year, to prepare it for its new role. After addressing the wear and tear […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 5
insert_link APO International Statement by the United Nations Support Mission in Libya Regarding Consultations on the Central Bank of Libya Crisis For the second consecutive day, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) facilitated consultations between representatives of the House of Representatives and the High Council of State regarding the ongoing crisis at the Central Bank of Libya. These discussions are part of the Mission's continued efforts to restore the institution's vital role within both the local and international financial systems. The Mission welcomes the progress achieved on the principles, […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 3
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s amended Employment Bill targets foreign workers South Africa’s Public Servants Association's acting deputy general manager, Claude Naiker, says the Employment Services Amendment Bill may reduce the number of foreign nationals employed in South Africa but does not address the country’s skills shortage. This follows the revelation that six-thousand-220 foreign nationals, including permanent residents and temporary employees, are working in the public sector. todaySeptember 12, 2024 13
insert_link World Greek Prime Minister criticizes German migration restrictions The Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has criticized Germany's plan to tighten migration restrictions. On Monday Berlin will begin implementing a policy aimed to curb irregular migration. William Denselow reports from Brussels. German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser announced on Monday that the country would reinstate checks at all land borders to curb irregular migration. On Tuesday, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk slammed Germany over the move, saying: “Such […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 23
insert_link Africa Zimbabwe considers elephant culling for food amid drought Zimbabwe is considering culling elephants for the first time since 1988 as the country grapples with a devastating drought. Environment Minister Sithembiso Nyoni told lawmakers in Mount Hampden, near Harare, that discussions are underway to cull elephants and distribute the meat to drought-stricken communities in need of protein. This move comes as Zimbabwe faces one of the worst droughts in recent decades, leaving many communities food insecure. According to Bloomberg […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 48
insert_link APO International Dangote calls on African business leaders to drive continent’s transformation The President and Chief Executive of the Pan-African conglomerate, Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote (www.Dangote.com), has called on African business leaders to take the lead in transforming the continent. Speaking at the just concluded African Renaissance Retreat held in Kigali, Rwanda, Dangote pointed out that despite significant challenges besetting Africa, its youthful population and abundant resources, including about 30% of the world's mineral reserves and the largest reserves of gold, cobalt, […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics AU Member States join MSME forum in Windhoek The 3rd Annual Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Forum is currently underway in Windhoek. The forum has attracted delegates from 55 African Union member states and presents opportunities for SMEs from different African countries to showcase their products. We caught up with some exhibitors. SME Compete director, Danny Meyer. Thursday is the day last day for exhibitions at the AU MSME Forum. H.E. Amb. Albert Muchanga, the African Union […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 32
insert_link APO International Sudan: Conflict, access constraints and floods undermine Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) efforts to support agriculture and food security The spread of conflict, access challenges and widespread flooding are severely hampering the emergency response efforts of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations across the country, FAO Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative for the Near East and North Africa, AbdulHakim Elwaer, warned. According to the latest Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) results published in June, over half the population – 25.6 million people – face Crisis or worse […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 5
Local CRAN report reveals 5% decline in active SIM Cards, driven by prepaid SIM card reduction The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has published its Quarterly Statistics for the period from 01 April to 30 June 2024. This bulletin offers a comprehensive overview of subscribers, traffic, broadcasting, and postal services during the second quarter (Q2) of 2024. Key highlights include statistics on Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) usage for internet access, fixed-line subscriptions, mobile outgoing minutes, revenue from the broadcasting sector, and postal operations. Mrs. Helene Vosloo, Executive: […] todaySeptember 12, 2024 7
