insert_link World Trump assassination suspect asks for delay amid insanity bid. The man accused of trying to assassinate Donald Trump on his Florida golf course is looking to delay his trial until December 2025. His lawyers say Ryan Routh is also considering an insanity defense. Nick Harper reports from Washington. today12 December, 2024
insert_link APO International Afrobarometer equips its partners’ communications officers with skills to effectively disseminate survey findings Afrobarometer (www.Afrobarometer.org) has concluded a series of workshops aimed at strengthening the abilities of its national partners' communications officers to effectively communicate the network's survey findings through structured and impactful communication campaigns. Communications officers from English-speaking partners met in Adukrom, in the Eastern Region of Ghana, from 4 to 7 November, while their colleagues from French-speaking partners took part in a workshop in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire, from 3 to 5 […] today12 December, 2024
insert_link APO International VFS Global processes its 300 millionth application, underlining the company’s leadership position as a trusted partner to governments Last 100 million applications have come in the past 5 years – despite pandemic- driven travel slow-down of 2020-2022 Trusted partner of 69 governments; working with 25 of them for over 15 years VFS Global (www.VFSGlobal.com), the world’s leading outsourcing and technology service specialist for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide, has crossed the 300 million applications milestone. It is notable that the last 100 million applications have been achieved […] today12 December, 2024
insert_link APO International Cape Town welcomes the exceptional as Radisson Collection makes its South African debut Radisson Hotel Group (www.RadissonHotels.com) proudly announces the opening of Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town (https://apo-opa.co/3ZPodhO), marking the South African debut of its luxury lifestyle brand, Radisson Collection. Poised on Cape Town’s iconic Atlantic coastline, the meticulously refurbished hotel embodies a harmonious blend of modern sophistication, local heritage, and the tranquil energy of its breathtaking surroundings. The hotel’s design takes inspiration from the dramatic meeting of land and sea, capturing […] today12 December, 2024
insert_link Namibia HP-GSB Begins Accreditation Process with AABSchools The Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business has launched its accreditation journey with the Association of African Business Schools. A workshop was held with faculty and staff to discuss the process and its benefits, with Dr. Hylton J. Villet emphasizing the importance of meeting global standards. The accreditation will position HP-GSB among top African business schools, providing students with enhanced opportunities for growth. This milestone reflects the school’s commitment to […] today12 December, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Pound sterling has reached a high against the euro Pound sterling has reached a high against the euro not seen since before the Brexit vote of 2016, when the UK left the EU. A combination of factors relating to interest rates, the threat of US tariffs, and political troubles in France and Germany led to the milestone. Stuart Smith explains. today12 December, 2024
insert_link South Africa In S.A, the DA in Johannesburg criticises the city’s mayor on office move to Usindiso building In S.A, the DA in Johannesburg has criticised mayor Dada Morero’s plan to relocate his office to the fire-damaged Usindiso building, where over 70 people tragically lost their lives. The party calls it a waste of money, especially with the city facing a 27-billion-rand infrastructure backlog. The DA’s Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku vows to oppose this move, demanding that city resources focus on improving service delivery and serving the residents, not the […] today12 December, 2024
insert_link Namibia Minister Schlettwein along with officials from NamWater conclude site visits The Agriculture, Water and Land Reform, minister Carl Herman Schlettwein, along with officials from NamWater, conducted site visits to assess the status of various water systems. The Minister visited Rundu, the Kavango East Region, the Ohangwena Region, the Oshana Region, and the Omusati Region. Here is the Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform Calle Schlettwein. today12 December, 2024
insert_link Africa Uncertainty in West Africa’s Mining Sector as Arrests Rattle Western Companies The arrest of mining executives in Mali, threats to strip permits in Burkina Faso, and the seizure of a French-run uranium site in Niger have raised concerns among Western miners in West Africa, according to Reuters' reports. While day-to-day production has largely continued in Mali and Burkina Faso, the escalating tensions are expected to impact firms seeking financing and insurance. This uncertainty could hamper supply growth in Africa's […] today12 December, 2024