insert_link South Africa S.A’s Human Settlements minister talks global human settlement reforms S.A's Human Settlements minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has confirmed Team South Africa’s commitment to global human settlement reforms at the 12th World Urban Forum in Cairo, Egypt. This marks the forum's first African session in 20 years. Kubayi emphasised South Africa’s focus on sustainable cities, advancement and implementation of sustainable urbanisation and supporting vulnerable communities as it reflects on 30 years of democracy: today5 November, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Understanding Grief and Trauma: Insights from Psychological Counselor Marcella Katjijova In a recent discussion, psychological counselor Marcella Katjijova addressed the profound impact of witnessing violent events, particularly gun violence, on mental health. According to Katjijova, such experiences can be among the most traumatic a person can endure, leading to lasting adverse effects on both mental and physical well-being. The Nature of Trauma Katjijova explains that trauma stems from distressing events that can fundamentally alter an individual's life. For instance, a […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link APO International Your digital hygiene: Are you really as clean as you think you are? (By Anna Collard) By Anna Collard, SVP Content Strategy&Evangelist at KnowBe4 Africa (www.KnowBe4.com). Just like brushing your teeth or washing your hands regularly, cyber hygiene should be second nature to most of us—except that it is not. What most people think is sufficient will hardly protect you against the advanced nature of cybercrime, a constantly changing threat. Cyber hygiene involves cultivating habits that keep your digital life healthy and secure. In our highly connected […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link APO International Africa Energy Expo 2024 kicks off with high-level discussions set to change the face of Africa’s energy and utilities future The first day of the inaugural Africa Energy Expo (AEE), organised by Informa Markets (www.InformaMarkets.com), was characterised by a series of roundtable discussions featuring influential delegates. The exclusive, invitation-only Leadership Summit themed ‘Investments, integration, infrastructure, and governance to fuel the energy transition’ brought together government ministers, regulators, and utilities CEOs to tackle pressing issues facing the continent’s energy sector. The AEE, which runs from 4 to 6 November 2024 at the Kigali […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: /Khomanin Community’s March for Land Justice: A Stand Against Displacement Yesterday, the /Khomanin people displayed resilience and unity as they marched approximately 15 kilometers from the outskirts of Windhoek to Parliament, determined to have their voices heard on the critical issue of land rights. This journey was not just a protest but a powerful stand against the displacement and injustices that the community has endured for generations. The day began with the /Khomanin delegation refusing to deliver their […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link APO International Exploring new ways of immersive storytelling with the RF-S 7.8mm F4 STM DUAL spatial video lens Canon (www.Canon-CNA.com) today unveils its groundbreaking RF-S 7.8mm F4 STM DUAL lens, designed to make realistic, high-quality 3D still and video creation more accessible than ever before. When paired with an APS-C camera body, this lens offers a compact and attainable entry point to the world of spatial video - whilst retaining the high optical performance of the EOS R System. It delivers a natural 63 degree field of view, […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Inaugural International Partners’ Staff Week Kicks Off at NUST Dr. Colin Stanley, Acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Research, Innovation and Partnerships at the Namibia University of Science and Technology, officially welcomed participants to the inaugural International Partners’ Staff Week on November 4, 2024. The event, held at the High-Tech Transfer Plaza, aims to enhance collaboration among international staff and institutions. Dr. Stanley expressed enthusiasm for the gathering, highlighting its potential to foster innovation and partnerships. today5 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa S.A’s government conducts investigations into the outbreak of foodborne illnesses in several provinces S.A's government says it is coordinating comprehensive investigations into the outbreak of foodborne illnesses in Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Eastern Cape. Last week, Health minister Aaron Motsoaledi revealed that organophosphates, chemicals found in pesticides, were responsible for the deaths of six children in Soweto last month. They allegedly shared a packet of chips they had bought from a local spaza shop. Government's Gavin Sadler says they are […] today5 November, 2024
insert_link World North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles toward the sea ahead of US election North Korea on Tuesday fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles toward its eastern sea hours before the US presidential election, the South Korean military said. The launches came days after North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised a flight test of the country's newest intercontinental ballistic missile designed to reach the US mainland. Laura Westbrook reports. today5 November, 2024