insert_link Nam Elections 2024 UNESCO Survey Indicates Two-Thirds of Influencers Skip Content Verification A new UNESCO survey shows that two-thirds of influencers do not verify the accuracy of content before sharing it. This finding is part of the organization's groundbreaking study, set to be revealed at a press conference on Tuesday. In its first-ever global survey, UNESCO has collected data from content creators in 45 countries, shedding light on their practices and the ethical dilemmas they encounter. Digital Media Expert Nrupesh Soni: todayNovember 20, 2024 8
insert_link World Hush money prosecutors agree to postpone Trump sentencing Prosecutors in Donald Trump's hush money case say they are open to delaying the president-elect's sentencing, but would oppose dropping the case completely. In a court filing on Tuesday, the Manhattan district attorney's office agreed to postpone next week's sentence. Trump was found guilty by a jury of falsifying business records earlier this year - but his victory in the US presidential election has complicated proceedings. Sally Patterson reports […] todayNovember 20, 2024 6
insert_link South Africa DA in Gauteng Raises Alarm Over Sexual Offenders in Schools In S.A, the DA in Gauteng says learners in the province are alarmingly being exposed to sexual offenders and predators within their school environments. The provincial Department of Education has revealed that out of the 86-thousand-367 employees in public schools, only eight-thousand-782 have been vetted against the National Register for Sexual Offences. The DA’s Michael Waters says among those vetted, nine employees were identified as convicted sexual offenders: todayNovember 20, 2024 2
insert_link Namibia Boro Ndungula Speaks Out on Rejected Cannabis March Boro Ndungula, Secretary General of the Ganja Users of Namibia, condemned the police's rejection of their cannabis legalization march, citing concerns over the participation of foreign nationals. He argues that the Inspector General's actions violate constitutional rights, particularly the right to peaceful assembly. Ndungula is now seeking an apology from the Inspector General and pursuing the matter with the Office of the Ombudsman. todayNovember 20, 2024 31
insert_link Namibia Medical Interns Demand Overtime Pay or Halt Overtime Work Over 300 medical interns are threatening to stop working overtime unless the government settles their outstanding overtime pay within five days. The interns, employed by the Health and Social Services ministry, staged a protest in Windhoek and submitted a petition to the Office of the Prime Minister. If their concerns remain unaddressed, they plan to limit their working hours to 40 hours per week, as per Health Professions Council guidelines. todayNovember 20, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia INTERVIEW: Boro Ndungula Demands Action After Cannabis March Rejection Background: The Rejection of the March Boro Ndungula, the Secretary General of the Ganja Users of Namibia, has spoken out after the police rejected their application for a cannabis legalization march. The rejection came from concerns raised by the Inspector General of Namibia’s police, who cited the participation of foreigners—specifically from South Africa and Europe—as a security risk. Ndungula, however, argues that these concerns are unfounded and undermine […] todayNovember 20, 2024 21
insert_link APO International Sierra Leone’s President Bio Welcomes Liberia’s President Boakai, Commits to Deepen Regional Cooperation His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio extended a warm welcome to His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr., President of Liberia, during his working visit to Sierra Leone, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and regional collaboration. Describing President Boakai Sr. as a “big brother,” President Bio congratulated him on his recent election and the trust placed in him by the Liberian people. He highlighted the cultural and historical bonds that unite […] todayNovember 19, 2024 2
insert_link APO International The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) honours Sierra Leone police for peacekeeping efforts in Somalia The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has honoured the Sierra Leone Formed Police Unit (SLFPU) for their contributions to security and stability in Somalia. ATMIS Police Commissioner, Assistant Inspector General of Police (AIGP) Hillary Sao Kanu, presented African Union medals of honour to 160 SLFPU personnel for their one-year service in Somalia at a colourful ceremony in Kismayo, Jubaland State, on Monday. AIGP Kanu commended the Sierre Leone […] todayNovember 19, 2024 1
insert_link APO International Gebeya Inc. Joins Both Microsoft Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Success and ISV and Startup program for Azure Gebeya (www.Gebeya.com), a leading Pan-African SaaS Service marketplace technology company, is thrilled to announce its acceptance into the prestigious Microsoft ISV Success Program (http://apo-opa.co/3B0nwZb) as well as the ISV and Startup for Azure program. This significant milestone underscores Gebeya's commitment to driving innovation and excellence in the technology sector across Africa, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI). The Microsoft ISV Success program is designed to support independent software vendors (ISVs) in […] todayNovember 19, 2024 1