Kaspersky identifies SideWinder Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) expanding attacks with new espionage tool

The Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) has detected that the SideWinder APT group is expanding its attack operations into the Middle East and Africa, utilising a previously unknown espionage toolkit called ‘StealerBot'. As part of its ongoing monitoring of APT activities, Kaspersky (www.Kaspersky.co.za) discovered that recent campaigns by the SideWinder APT group were targeting high-profile entities and strategic infrastructures in various countries in the Middle East, Turkiye, as […]

October 16, 2024 7

Oshiwambo

Ovakalelipo veengudu dopapolitika momahoololo ova shiivifwa nena

Ocomisi yomahoololo mo Namibia nena oya kwatela komesho oshongalele noshiwana oku shiivifa ovakalelipo veengudu dopapolitika ovo tava kakufa ombinga momahoololo oupresident noilyo yeumbo lomutumba wopashiwana mo 27 November neudo. Oo eli commissiner wo commisi yomahoololo ECN , Dr. Emmerencia Lenard, pefimbo loshongalele okwati omusholondodo wovakalelipo veengudu dopapolitika otau ka kala wapitifwamo mongula mo 17 October. Moshipopiwa shaye okwati eengudu adishe kumwe dopapolitika odo de lishangifa oku kakufa ombinga momahoololo neudo […]

October 16, 2024 7

APO International

Confirmed Speakers for the 3rd International African Energy, Oil, and Gas Summit (IAEOG) 2024

African Peace Magazine UK (https://AfricanPeace.org/) is honoured to announce the distinguished line-up of speakers for the 3rd International African Energy, Oil, and Gas Summit, set to take place from October 23rd to 25th, 2024, at Hilton, Windhoek, Rev. Michael Scott Street, Windhoek, Namibia. This summit brings together some of the most influential leaders, industry experts, and change-makers in the energy sector across Africa. These individuals have significantly shaped their respective […]

October 16, 2024 9

South Africa

South Africa’s Police launch manhunt for four men they believe could be linked to the Lusikisiki massacre

South Africa's Police have launched a manhunt for four men they believe could be linked to the Lusikisiki massacre that saw 18 people killed in the Eastern Cape last month. The suspects are Songezo Vuma, Bonga Hintsa, Aphiwe Ndende, and Lwando Anthony Shakes. On Tuesday, one of the men already arrested in connection with the murders, Siphosoxolo Myekethe, abandoned his bail application. National police spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe, says they believe […]

October 16, 2024 17

Environment

US disaster fund out of money amid avalanche of hurricane loan requests

A key federal program that provides loans to disaster survivors has run out of money. The lack of funding could slow the recovery operations for millions of people devastated by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Toni Waterman has more.

October 16, 2024 10

Business / Economics

Simonis Storm Analyst Weighs In on Potential Repo Rate Cut

Analysts expect the Bank of Namibia Monetary Policy Committee to announce a 25-basis point cut in the repo rate this Wednesday. The Brief says, however, Simonis Storm Securities Junior Economist, Almandro Jansen warned that while a cut is possible, it’s not guaranteed, with a likelihood just below 50%. He noted that inflation dynamics, particularly the recent decline in headline inflation, will significantly influence the MPC's decision.

October 16, 2024 10

APO International

19th Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI)-Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Islamic Banking and Finance Conference to Convene in Bahrain from 3-4 November

The Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) (https://AAOIFI.com), together with the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group (https://www.IsDB.org), represented by IsDB Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org), is set to host the 19th edition of its annual Islamic banking and finance conference with the support of the Central Bank of Bahrain. The two-day conference, scheduled for 3-4 November 2024, will be held at Crowne Plaza, Kingdom of Bahrain. This year’s conference […]

October 16, 2024 10

APO International

The Football Foundation for Africa Partners with Kenya Airways for Africa Football Business Summit 2024

The Football Foundation for Africa (FFA) (https://FootballFoundation.Africa/) is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Kenya Airways for the Africa Football Business Summit 2024, which will take place on October 24-25, 2024, in Nairobi. Delegates will get 10% off the flights to Nairobi between 18th and 30th October using promo code FFA24. Kenya Airways, a leading African airline, will provide discounted airfares for Summit participants and promote the event globally, […]

October 16, 2024 5

Science & Technology

NASA launches spacecraft to Jupiter’s moon

NASA has launched a spacecraft to Jupiter's frozen moon, Europa, to look at whether the distant world has conditions suitable to support life. The 5.2 billion dollar mission is more than a decade in the making. Here's our Kate Fisher with the report.

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Month: October 2024