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U.S. Special Envoy to Sudan Calls for Aid and Peace

Tom Perriello, appointed as the U.S. special envoy to Sudan in February, made his first trip to the country on Monday. Reuters has it that during his visit to Port Sudan, he emphasized the need for increased aid to millions affected by the ongoing conflict and urged an end to the devastating war. This marks the first visit by a senior U.S. official since the war between Sudan's armed […]

19 November, 2024

Business / Economics

Bank of Namibia Hosts CMA Central Bank Governors Meeting

The Bank of Namibia organized a high-level meeting of the Common Monetary Area Central Bank Governors, led by Governor Johannes !Gawaxab. The meeting included Governor Lesetja Kganyago from the South African Reserve Bank, Governor Emmanuel Letete from the Central Bank of Lesotho, and Governor Phil Mnisi from the Central Bank of Eswatini. Here's BoN'S Communications Practitioner: Josefina Oskar:

19 November, 2024

Africa

Russia vetoes Security Council resolution on Sudan

Russia has vetoed a resolution in the United Nations Security Council on Monday on protection of civilians in Sudan. The United Kingdom has labelled this move by Russia, a permanent member of the council, an "enemy of peace". Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

19 November, 2024

Business / Economics

South Africa’s Telkom completes first phase of retrenchment process

South Africa's Telkom has completed the first phase of its retrenchment process, affecting one-thousand-800 jobs. The telecoms giant reported a 1.9-percent revenue growth to 21-billion-rand, driven by strong revenue performance. CEO Serame Taukobong says the focus is on cutting operational costs and improving revenue mix to build a resilient company:

19 November, 2024

South Africa

South Africa’s AfriForum Pushes for Matric Results Publication

S.A's AfriForum is preparing legal action to ensure this year's matric results are published on media platforms after the Information Regulator banned their release. A similar 2022 case saw AfriForum win against the Department of Basic Education, securing publication of the results. AfriForum's Alana Bailey says public interest outweighs privacy concerns since only exam numbers are shared:

19 November, 2024

World

Kremlin responds angrily to US-Ukraine missile policy change

Moscow has warned the United States that allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles to strike Russian territory will prompt a "radical change" in the conflict. It comes after reports the Biden administration is finally granting Kyiv's request to use US-made missiles to hit much deeper into Russia. Nick Harper reports from Washington.

19 November, 2024

Namibia

Dam Levels Show Modest Supply

Dams countrywide collectively hold over 1,556 million cubic meters, with only 21.178 million cubic meters available for use. NamWater reports that transfers boosted levels at Swakoppoort and Von Bach Dams in the central region, which now hold a combined of close to 10 500 million cubic meters. Windhoek’s dams remain critically low, with just 0.401 million cubic meters available. Neckartal Dam in the south has ceased releases. NamWater adds […]

19 November, 2024

APO International

African Development Bank to join world leaders at the G20 Leaders’ Summit prioritizing global solutions to end hunger

African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) President Akinwumi Adesina is in Rio de Janeiro where he will reaffirm his commitment to ending hunger and malnutrition. The theme of the G20 Rio Summit is “Building a just world and a sustainable planet”. It will be held from 18-19 November, and a major focus here will the G20’s Global Alliance against Hunger and Poverty, an ambitious initiative led by the current G20 Chair Brazil, which […]

18 November, 2024

APO International

Plast Eurasia Istanbul 2024: Middle East and North Africa’s (MENA) key event for future-proofing innovation and sustainability in plastics

From 4-7 December at Tüyap Fair and Congress Centre (https://TUYAP.com.tr), Plast Eurasia Istanbul 2024 will spotlight innovations and sustainable solutions in the plastics industry. With over 1,500 exhibitors and 70,000 visitors expected, this major event is set to be a pivotal gathering for industry leaders across MENA and beyond. Plast Eurasia Istanbul 2024 (http://apo-opa.co/4hVxBYg) | 33rd International Istanbul Plastics Industry Fair will open its doors once again from 4-7 December […]

18 November, 2024