insert_link Namibia Khorixas Community Welcomes New Police Station Commanders The Khorixas community hosted a successful engagement with Kunene Regional Commander, Commissioner James Nderura, who introduced the new Station Commanders for Fransfontein and Khorixas Police Stations. Simson Mario /Ochurub from the town's council says, Inspector #Goseb, formerly head of operations in Khorixas, will lead Fransfontein, while Senior Inspector Kavasuva, from the Palmwag Anti-Poaching Unit, takes charge of Khorixas. Both commanders were warmly received by the community and pledged close […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link Nam Elections 2024 PM’s Office Issues Directive on Public Servants Running in Elections From the Office of the Prime Minister, secretary George Simataa has issued a directive for public servants running in elections to comply with the Public Service Act of 1995 and the Electoral Amendment Act of 2024. The circular states that candidates must take leave during the election period and will be deemed to have resigned if elected. It also directs ministries and agencies to recover any overpayments from staff, either […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Al-Mashat Inaugurates the Subcommittee Meeting on Transport, Environment, and Energy as part of the Strategic Partnership with the European Union. H.E. Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, inaugurated the ninth meeting of the Subcommittee on Transport, Environment, and Energy between Egypt and the European Union, chaired by the Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, within the framework of the strategic partnership between the two sides. The meeting was attended by representatives from the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Immigration and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs, […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Egypt: Prominent human rights defender Hossam Bahgat summoned for interrogations Responding to the news that the prominent rights activist Hossam Bahgat has been summoned to appear before Egypt’s Supreme State Security Prosecution (SSSP) on 19 January, for questioning over unknown allegations in relation to a new case against him, Amnesty International’s Egypt researcher, Mahmoud Shalaby said: “Hossam Bahgat, the head of one of Egypt’s leading human rights organizations, has faced years of relentless harassment at the hands of the Egyptian […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics China’s 2024 growth meets official 5% target on stimulus bump China's economy hit the government's growth goal last year helped by a flurry of stimulus measures. However, the threat of a new trade war with the United States and weak domestic demand could hurt confidence in a broader recovery this year. Laura Westbrook has more. today17 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s GOOD Party Criticizes Solidarity, AfriForum’s Legal Challenge to Education Law South Africa's GOOD Party says Solidarity and AfriForum’s decision to institute legal proceedings against the promulgation of the Basic Education Laws Amendment, lacks credibility and substance. The groups argue that the Act violates previous agreements and disregards critical recommendations by minister of Basic Education Siviwe Gwarube, particularly on language and admissions policies. GOOD Party’s Secretary-General, Brett Herron, says Solidarity and AfriForum seem adamant about defending some imaginary attack […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics NAMFISA appoints Heita as Change Management Specialist The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) has appointed Gloria Heita as its Change Management Specialist, effective 2 December 2024. According to the regulator, Heita brings extensive experience from her career at prominent organisations, including Coca-Cola Beverages Africa, Namdeb Diamond Corporation, and Anglo-American plc. Her expertise spans Human Resources, Organisational Development, Project Management, Leadership Development, and Change Management. A graduate of the University of Namibia, Heita holds a degree in […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link APO International World Health Organization (WHO) support for Tanzania’s response to suspected Marburg virus disease outbreak Following reports of suspected cases of viral haemorrhagic fever in Tanzania, World Health Organization (WHO) has enhanced its readiness to support the government as it takes measures to investigate and respond swiftly to the situation. The national health authorities have deployed a team of experts to Kagera region, in the north-west of the country, where the suspected cases have been reported. WHO is mobilizing technical expertise and logistical supplies to […] today17 January, 2025
insert_link APO International United States (U.S.) Government Donates Laboratory Supplies Worth to the Cameroon Ministry of Public Health On January 16, 2025, Christopher J. Lamora U.S. Ambassador in Cameroon chaired a handover ceremony of laboratory supplies procured by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The event took place at the Public Health Emergency Operations Center in the presence of the Minister of Public Health Dr. Manaouda Malachie, the U.S. CDC Country Director and Public Health officials. U.S. Government (USG) funded the renovation of the Cameroon’s […] today17 January, 2025
