Month: January 2025

 The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande has expressed his deep sadness at the news of the passing of Professor Sibusiso Bengu. “Prof Bengu holds the distinction of leading our iconic university, Fort Hare, into the democratic era as its vice chancellor in the early 1990s, and also served as democratic South Africa's first Minister of Education. In the latter capacity, he played a seminal role in […]

 In the rarefied world of luxury, innovation and creativity are the lifeblood of success. Leaders in this exclusive realm must possess a unique blend of artistic vision, business acumen, and strategic foresight. They must inspire a culture of excellence, foster creativity, and translate conceptual ideals into tangible, high-end experiences that captivate discerning consumers. A true titan of luxury sets the tone for their brand's long-term strategy, identifying new markets, driving […]

 Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has what it takes to champion the unity and progress of the African continent, President William Ruto has said. The President said Mr Odinga’s candidature for the African Union Commission chairperson continues to receive tremendous support owing to his proven track record as a pan-Africanist. He expressed confidence that Mr Odinga’s leadership will foster peace across the continent, effectively manage conflicts and unlock the potential […]

 “People tell me we inherited this practice – that they’re doing it because their neighbours are doing it,” Georgi Wahba told UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency. In his village in the Minya Governorate of Upper Egypt, Mr. Wahba, 53, has become well known for his advocacy against female genital mutilation – a practice that although outlawed in the country, remains widespread. An estimated 86 per cent of ever-married […]

 Judith Haltebaye, a midwife with 15 years of experience, has spent the past seven years serving at the Abena-Atetip Health Centre in central N'Djamena. Over the years, she has supported hundreds of women throughout their pregnancies and beyond. For some, her care involves highly specific follow-ups, as in the case of 34-year-old Menodjie, who is living with HIV. "Menodjie came for a consultation in January, and through routine tests, we […]

 President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the passing of Prof Sibusiso Bengu, the democratic South Africa’s first Minister of Education, who has passed away at the age of 90. President Ramaphosa offers his condolences to the family and friends of Prof Bengu, who also served as South Africa’s ambassador to Germany from 1999 to 2003. President Ramaphosa said: “My thoughts are with Mama Funeka and the family […]

 The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing $450,000 to support emergency relief efforts in response to Tropical Cyclone Chido, which devastated parts of Mozambique on December 15. This critical funding will help address the urgent needs of the affected populations across Cabo Delgado province, focusing on shelter, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) assistance. One grant will be implemented by The Adventist Development […]

 President William Ruto has issued a stern warning to contractors delaying the implementation of key government projects. The President said the government is committed to fulfilling its promises to the people, saying contractors undermining their efforts will not be tolerated. “There are many contractors who are letting us down, and we will not allow them. This is the year for delivering our agenda as planned,” he said. The President made […]

 Senegal and Mauritania have achieved a historic milestone with the start of operations at the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) development. Project developers bp and Kosmos Energy, alongside Senegal’s national oil company (NOC) Petrosen and Mauritania’s NOC Societe Mauritanienne des Hydrocarbures (SMH), have officially opened the first well of the GTA project, signaling the start of technical operations and a new era of gas-driven development and energy security in West Africa. […]