insert_link APO International The Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG) joins global leaders at Riyadh’s Future Minerals Forum to drive growth for Africa The Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG) (www.CMAGAfrica.com) is delighted to be contributing to the Future Minerals Forum, a leading global event in the critical minerals space which begins in Riyadh today. The Future Minerals Forum brings together governments, international organisations, the private sector, and other stakeholders shaping the global critical minerals industry. The Forum will be attended by over 14,000 participants from 178 countries united in the ambition to drive […] today14 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Mauritania, Senegal and Gabon Energy Ministers to Champion Investment Opportunities at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 Ministers from Mauritania, Senegal and Gabon will showcase their nations’ energy growth strategies at the Invest in African Energy 2025 Forum in Paris, focusing on unlocking private capital for transformative energy projects across the continent. The Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 Forum in Paris will be a pivotal event for advancing Africa’s energy transformation, with high-level government ministers showcasing the continent’s vision for sustainable energy growth. Their participation highlights […] today14 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia High Court orders immediate action in National Youth Council case The High Court has issued a ruling in the matter between the National Youth Council (NYC) and protestors following a legal challenge regarding disruptions at the NYC’s premises in Windhoek. The court heard the application brought by the NYC and individuals, including Beverly Silas-Igaras, Dominic Mukumba, and the Minister of Sport, Youth, and National Service, against William Minnie, Julia Nekwaya, Jafet Amakali, and the Inspector General of the Namibian Police. […] today14 January, 2025
insert_link World North Korea fires multiple missiles South Korea's military says that North Korea has test-fired several short-range missiles. This comes after South Korea reported that Pyongyang launched a missile last week. Rebecca Bundhun reports. today14 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa GOOD Party Applauds Improved 2024 Matric Pass Rate in South Africa The GOOD Party says the improved 2024 matric pass rate of 87.3-percent for South Africa is encouraging. This is the country's highest-ever national pass rate since the dawn of democracy. The Free State was the country's top-performing province after recording a 91.0-percent pass rate followed by KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. Seventy-three out of the 75 education districts had a pass of 80-percent and above. GOOD’s secretary-general, Brett Herron, says government […] today14 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Okandjoze Chiefs Reject Namibia-Germany Genocide Declaration The Okandjoze Chiefs Assembly has rejected the joint declaration between Namibia and Germany regarding the 1904-1908 Ovaherero/Nama genocide. According to eports, they have called for a national conference involving descendants of the victims and affected communities. Speaking at the 121st Remembrance Day commemoration at UN Plaza in Windhoek on Sunday, Benestus Kandundu stated that chiefs from all 14 regions have distanced themselves from the agreement. today14 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Neosun Energy Expands to Kenya Bringing Affordable Solar Power to Local Enterprises (By Ilya Likhov) By Ilya Likhov, CEO, Neosun Energy (www.Neosun.com) Neosun Energy, a global leader in solar energy solutions, has officially entered the Kenyan market. This expansion aims to provide cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions for commercial and industrial (C&I) projects, with system capacities ranging from 200kW to 10MW, tailored to help local businesses with affordable solar solutions. The company brings its expertise in constructing solar power stations and advanced energy storage systems to one […] today14 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Dola Éditions announces the release of Nirvana, the new book of poems by Maureen Rosita Ojong Ebob-Besong, known as ‘EBOB’ Dola Éditions (www.DolaEditions.com) is pleased to announce the release of Nirvana, the new collection of poems by Maureen Rosita Ojong Ebob-Besong, known as ‘EBOB’. The book will be available from Friday 17 January 2025. Originally from Cameroon, Maureen Rosita currently divides her time between Switzerland, Senegal and Cameroon. Nirvana is her third publication, following on from Run Forever Run For Change (2013) and Chapter 6 of the Routledge Guide to […] today14 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Inflation drops to 3.4% in December 2024, driven by lower food and transport prices Inflation in December 2024 decreased to 3.4% year-on-year, down from 5.3% in December 2023. The decline was primarily driven by lower food and transport prices, although higher housing and utility costs partially offset the reduction. On a month-on-month basis, inflation rose slightly from 3.0% in November to 3.4% in December, largely due to higher food prices and mild transport deflation. FNB Economist Helena Mboti explained the factors behind the inflation […] today14 January, 2025
