insert_link Africa Joe Biden’s Angola visit targets multinational railway project US President Joe Biden has embarked on his long-awaited first visit to sub-Saharan Africa during his presidency, arriving in Angola amid uncertainty over the future of US-Africa relations, as former President Donald Trump prepares to run again in the upcoming elections. Biden's visit focuses on trade and heavy investment in infrastructure, particularly in Angola’s oil-rich regions, with analysts suggesting that this move is aimed at countering China’s growing influence on […] todayDecember 3, 2024 19
insert_link APO International Africa: Statement on Continental Secretariat for Lusaka Agenda Implementation Launch The February 2024 Decision of the African Union Assembly on the report of the President of the Republic of South Africa, H.E. Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, the African Union Champion for Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response (PPPR), to “support the establishment of an accountability mechanism within the AU architecture to ensure the effective implementation of the Lusaka Agenda in Africa” is a timely and welcome development. The Lusaka Agenda, launched on […] todayDecember 3, 2024 8
insert_link APO International 16th Meeting of Focal Points of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) National Regulatory Authorities on the Implementation of Regional Roaming Concludes in Praia, Cabo Verde On November 28th, 2024, the 16th Meeting of Focal Points of National Regulatory Authorities (NRAs) on the implementation of the ECOWAS Regulation on Roaming concluded in Praia, Cabo Verde. The objective of the two-day meeting was to evaluate the progress made with the implementation of Regulation C/REG.21/12/17 on Roaming on Public Mobile Communications Networks in the ECOWAS Space. This Regulation aims to reduce the tariffs Community citizens pay for mobile […] todayDecember 3, 2024 5
insert_link Africa BRICS nations would suffer under a 100 percent tariff from Trump The economies of BRICS nations would be damaged should US president-elect Donald Trump impose a 100-percent tariff on the countries. This is according to Future Forex CEO, Harry Scherzer. Trump has threatened to impose the tariff if BRICS countries were to create a rival currency to the US dollar. Scherzer says the possibility that Trump sticks to his guns and does impose tariffs, would hamstring South Africa in […] todayDecember 3, 2024 18
insert_link Oshiwambo Iingulu 100 tayi ka tulwa mofanditha ongula kelelo lyondoolopa ya Ongwediva Elelo lyondoolopa ya Ongwediva otali ka fandithapo iingulu 100 mbyoka yeedhililwa, ashike inayi ka talwako kooyene. Ofanditha otayi ka ningilwa koshigunda sho Ongwediva Annual Trade fair ongula. Omupopiliko gwelelo lyondoolopa Ottilie Shingenge okwa lombwele o Nampa nena kutya eshangitho otali tameke potundi onti 08h00,nofanditha otayi ka tameka potundi onti 09h00. Tati ofanditha otayi ningwa meni lyooveta lyoku kwatako iimuna. Iingulu oya kwatwako omumvo 2022,na inayi kuthwako kooyene. Noonkambadhala oku konga […] todayDecember 3, 2024 6
insert_link Environment NamWater secures funds for climate-resilient water systems The Namibia Water Corporation has secured N$249 million in funding for the Ohangwena Aquifer, upgraded water systems, and technical support. The national water utility announced on Monday that the funding includes N$192 million for a climate-resilient water supply and N$57 million for energy-efficient systems, solar power, and staff training. This significant investment follows the signing of three grant agreements between Germany and Namibia, valued at a total of €20 million (approximately […] todayDecember 3, 2024 24
insert_link Namibia IPPR calls for citizen action against corruption at regional conference The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) is hosting the 4th Integrity Namibia Regional Conference in Rundu, emphasizing the fight against corruption and its impact on the environment. Under the theme "Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow's Integrity," the conference highlights the importance of citizen engagement and inspiring young people to take an active role in building a transparent and accountable society. Speaking at the event, IPPR Executive Director […] todayDecember 3, 2024 19
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 ECN to announce final election results tonight as analyst weighs in The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has confirmed that the official final results of the 2024 Presidential and National Assembly Elections will be announced at 20:00 tonight. Political analyst Rakkel Andreas says the announcement is highly anticipated, particularly as Swapo has already scheduled a press briefing for tomorrow, where the president-elect is expected to address the nation. “There’s no surprise in the presidential race,” Andreas noted, pointing out that Swapo […] todayDecember 3, 2024 49
insert_link APO International President Biden Announces New United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission in Angola Today, President Joseph R. Biden announced an expansion of USAID’s presence in the Republic of Angola during the President’s historic trip to Angola. USAID is elevating its presence in Angola to a USAID Mission, reinforcing the United States’ commitment to the people of Angola and an emerging strategic partnership between the United States and Angola. With a USAID Mission in Angola, the United States will be better placed to expand […] todayDecember 3, 2024 4