insert_link APO International Bowency CEO Robins Tchale Watchou Named Among the 100 Most Influential Africans Robins Tchale Watchou, former professional rugby player turned international entrepreneur and CEO of Bowency (www.Bowency.com), formerly known as Vivendi Sports, has been named among the 100 Most Influential Africans by New African Magazine. This prestigious recognition highlights his visionary leadership and remarkable contributions to the development of sports, culture, and entertainment across Africa. See the list of the 100 Most Influential Africans: https://100.NewAfricanMagazine.com Seventeen years ago, Robins transitioned from an […] today9 January, 2025
insert_link World Japanese mafia boss pleads guilty to trafficking nuclear materials US authorities say a member of Japan's criminal underworld has pleaded guilty to trafficking nuclear materials from Myanmar. 60-year-old Takeshi Ebisawa also pleaded guilty to international narcotics trafficking and weapons charges. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Tokyo. today9 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa BOSA Pushes Petition to Raise Matric Pass Mark to 50%. Build One South Africa has launched a petition urging Basic Education minister Siviwe Gwarube to scrap the minimum matric pass mark from 30-percent and increase it to 50-percent. The petition argues that a 30-percent pass mark for subjects at matric level undermines the intellect of South Africa’s youth, and allows for the entrenchment of mediocrity and low expectations. BOSA’s acting spokesperson, Rogers Solomons, says a meagre 30-percent pass hurts […] today9 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics 02-09 January 2025 Weekly Economics Wrap In Namibia, the stock market reported a total trade value of N$13.4 million year-to-date, with 269,245 shares traded across 24 deals as of January 3. The financials sector dominated, contributing over N$8.8 million in value across 15 deals. Meanwhile, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced multibillion-dollar investments in Namibia, including nuclear power, minerals processing, and housing for the police force. China's N$ 94 billion investment in Swakop Uranium is Africa's […] today9 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics NSX Market Activity Snapshot for January 8 On January 8, 2025, the local market saw a total volume of 652,394 shares traded, valued at N$10,629,105 across 28 deals. The telecommunications sector reported 300 shares traded, while the financial sector saw N$2,200,008 in value with 12 deals. The overall market for the day included 1,615,875 shares traded, amounting to N$2,503,681 in value, with 17 deals. The exchange traded products accounted for 289 shares and N$100,424 in value […] today9 January, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo Zuma okwa hala oku shuna mo ANC Oohahende yomuleli gongundu yo Umkhonto we Sizwe Jacob Zuma oya shangele amushangandjayi gongundu yo ANC Fikile Mbalula taya pula opo Zuma a shunwe mongundu yo ANC onga oshilyo. Ongundu yo ANC oya lalekemo Zuma mongundu mu July 2024. Sha landula eindilo talululo okuza ku Zuma,o ANC National Disciplinary Committee of Appeal oya popile ekuthemo lye mongundu mu November omumvo gwa piti. Zuma okwa lalekwamo mongundu sho a popile ongundu ye […] today9 January, 2025
insert_link APO International World Health Organization (WHO) prequalifies diagnostic test to support safer administration of P. vivax malaria treatments On 18 December 2024, the World Health Organization (WHO) prequalified the first diagnostic test for glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency which can help to safely deliver WHO-recommended treatments to prevent relapse of Plasmodium vivax (P. vivax) infection. The prequalification of this G6PD diagnostic test marks a significant milestone in facilitating safe and effective P. vivax malaria treatment, reaffirming WHO’s dedication to ensuring equitable access to life-saving health solutions globally. Some 500 000 people die each […] today9 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Kenya Airways to resume direct flights to Luanda in two months Kenya and Angola will work together to ensure Kenya Airways resumes direct flights to Luanda, Angola, beginning March this year. This was announced after a meeting between Presidents William Ruto and João Lourenço of Angola at the Angolan presidential palace in Luanda on Wednesday, marking a significant step in strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations. Additionally, Angola will work towards waiving visa requirements for Kenyans visiting the […] today9 January, 2025
insert_link APO International Wentors Launches Wentors 2.0 to Advance Women in Technology Globally Wentors, a leading organization dedicated to advancing women in technology, is proud to announce the launch of Wentors 2.0 – a transformative platform offering highly personalized mentorship, exclusive networking opportunities, and workforce development programs for women. Applications are now open year-round, with participants encouraged to apply by January 18, 2025 to take advantage of available scholarship opportunities. Wentors 2.0 aims to strengthen the global tech ecosystem by equipping women with the […] today9 January, 2025
