insert_link APO International Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio Commends European Union (EU) and Partners for Supporting National Peace Dialogue His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has expressed gratitude to the European Union (EU), the United States Ambassador, the British High Commissioner, and other development partners for their support in fostering peace and dialogue between the Government of Sierra Leone and the main opposition All People’s Congress (APC) party. The President made these remarks during the annual European Union-Sierra Leone political partnership dialogue held at State House. “Over the […] today11 December, 2024
insert_link APO International Strengthening Epidemic Preparedness and Response: Building Resilience After Ghana’s 2023 Floods In 2023, Ghana faced a major disaster when the spillage of excess water from the Akosombo Dam led to devastating floods in the Eastern, Volta, and Greater Accra Regions. The increased water flow in the Volta River inundated low-lying areas along its course, severely impacting communities such as Mepe, Battor, Sogakope, Mafi, Adidome, and Ada. Entire neighborhoods were submerged, forcing thousands to flee their homes and leaving a trail of […] today11 December, 2024
insert_link World British Billionaire Appointed as Treasurer of Farage’s Reform UK Party A British billionaire and former Conservative Party member will become the treasurer of political party 'Reform UK'. After his appointment was announced, Nick Candy said he had "exchanged messages" with the world's richest man, Elon Musk -- though said they didn't discuss donations. Stuart Smith is in London and now reports. today11 December, 2024
insert_link South Africa In S.A, OR Tambo Fuel Disruption Affects 483 Flights. Airports Company South Africa says the four-hour fuel disruption at the OR Tambo International Airport on Monday impacted 483 flights and 49-thousand-429 passengers, as well as 31 flights cancelled for the day. The disruption was due to a drive shaft that sheared, preventing the pumping of jet fuel from storage tanks to the aprons, which enables the re-fuelling of aircraft. ACSA CEO, Mpumi Mpofu, told Newzroom Afrika that an […] today11 December, 2024
insert_link Namibia IPPR Calls for 9 Key Actions to Combat Corruption on International Anti-Corruption Day On this year's International Anti-Corruption Day, the Institute for Public Policy Research has outlined nine critical actions to strengthen integrity in the country. These measures include enhancing anti-corruption laws, supporting transparency in key industries, and improving public procurement practices. IPPR's Integrity Namibia project stresses the need for urgent reforms to tackle corruption that undermines development and equality. The call for action also includes efforts to recover stolen assets and […] today11 December, 2024
insert_link APO International Circle and Binance Enter into a Strategic Partnership that will Accelerate Global USDC and Crypto Adoption USDC to become even more widely available Crypto industry giants Circle Internet Group Inc.(https://apo-opa.co/4iwKkks) and Binance (www.Binance.com) have joined forces in a new strategic partnership announced today at Abu Dhabi Finance Week that will expand adoption of USDC and support the development of the global digital assets and broader financial services ecosystem. With the growth and worldwide adoption of USDC as one of the most powerful utilities for money on the internet, this collaboration brings together a […] today11 December, 2024
insert_link APO International Young women lead community advocacy for human rights As part of the UN in Libya Ra’idat programme, thirty-five young women from the south, east and west of Libya, including persons with disabilities, discussed how human rights can be leveraged to develop community-focused advocacy campaigns to drive change. Working in groups to design their own campaigns, the young women focused on six key human rights issues related to decent work, education, housing, health, disabilities and the environment. They learnt […] today11 December, 2024
insert_link South Africa FNB S.A Economist Predicts Moderate Growth for Mining Sector FNB South Africa economist Thanda Sithole says growth in the mining sector in the near term is expected to remain moderate, due to a subdued external demand environment. Mining production rose 1.4-percent year on year in October, after an upwardly revised 4.9-percent jump in September, marking the third consecutive month of growth in mining activity. Sithole says the modest increase in mining production was broad-based, with growth recorded in seven […] today11 December, 2024
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Extends Deadline for Voluntary Exchange of Katutura and Khomasdal Houses The Municipal Council of Windhoek has provided an update on the Voluntary Exchange Programme for houses built in the 1959-1960s in Katutura and Khomasdal. The initiative, designed to celebrate and conserve the city’s heritage, has seen 23 applications so far. The council has extended the deadline to February 2025 to encourage further participation, especially from areas with low representation. Homeowners of qualifying properties are invited to apply for modern homes […] today11 December, 2024