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Moses //Garoeb Councillor Calls for Unity in Honouring Nujoma

Moses //Garoeb Constituency Councillor, Stefanus Ndengu, has urged Namibians to uphold the principles of unity championed by the late Founding Father, Dr. Sam Shafishuna Nujoma. Speaking at the /Khomas Regional tribute ceremony at Havana High School, Ndengu emphasized that Nujoma’s legacy should be celebrated rather than mourned. He described Nujoma as a visionary leader whose influence will continue to inspire future generations. Ndengu stressed the importance of preserving and honouring […]

15 February, 2025

APO International

President Cyril Ramaphosa arrives in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia leading the South African delegation to the African Union Summit

President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to lead the South African delegation to the 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of African Heads of State and Government. This gathering of continental leadership will take place this weekend, 15 and 16 February 2025. The Assembly will take place under the AU theme for 2025, “Justice for African and People of African Descent Through Reparations”. In this context, it […]

15 February, 2025

APO International

European Union (EU) Awards TZS 17.8 Billion in Grants to Strengthen Civil Society in Tanzania

The European Union (EU) has committed TZS 17.8 billion (€6.5 million) to empower Tanzanian civil society, focusing on key areas such as good governance, media freedom, youth empowerment, and public financial accountability. This investment, funded through the Civil Society Thematic Programme and the Finance for Growth Action, aims to foster a more transparent, just, and inclusive society by strengthening the voices of citizens and institutions. "Today, as we formalize these […]

15 February, 2025

Business / Economics

Thriving Market for Secondhand Fishing Gear in Windhoek’s Industrial Hub

Despite being far from coastal fishing hubs, secondhand fishing nets and heavy-duty ropes are in high demand in Windhoek’s Northern Industrial area. According to Ketemba Tjipepa from One Africa TV’s NewsOnOne, vendors report that business is thriving, proving a strong inland market for these maritime materials. Ketemba also spoke to one more vendor on their experience: Catch last night's full news bulletin on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights you can watch NewsOnOne at […]

15 February, 2025

South Africa

S.A Union COSATU Concerned Over U.S. Tariff Threat

S.A union Cosatu says it is deeply worried by the United States president Donald Trump’s announcement of pending tariffs on South African and other nations’ exports. Cosatu’s spokesperson, Matthew Parks says this threatens thousands of South African jobs in many sectors, including agriculture, mining, jewellery, chemicals, automotive, and clothing. He says with a 41.9-percent unemployment rate, South Africa cannot afford further job losses:

15 February, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Business Community Pays Tribute to Founding Father Sam Nujoma

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry honored the late Founding Father, Dr. Sam Nujoma, for his pivotal role in the country's economic and political development. Speaking at a memorial event, NCCI Director Vetumbuavi Mungunda highlighted Nujoma’s contributions, including his efforts to unify Namibia’s business sector, champion infrastructure projects, and promote economic self-sufficiency. Nujoma’s legacy as a visionary leader committed to national prosperity remains a guiding force for Namibia’s business community.

15 February, 2025

World

NYC Mayor Adams Faces Pressure as DA Resigns Over Charges

New York Mayor Eric Adams is under increasing pressure — after the acting District Attorney for the Southern District of New York chose to resign rather than drop the charges against him. It was an order that came from the Justice Department in Washington, leading to speculation Mr Adams had to come to an arrangement with the Trump administration. Mitch McCann reports:

15 February, 2025

APO International

Looking to the future of global sport: Let’s talk to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) presidential candidates

Ahead of the IOC presidential election on March 20, the International Sports Press Association (AIPS) is set to host a one-hour Q&A session for each of the seven candidates. These meetings, which will be exclusive to AIPS members, offer a perfect platform for the candidates to communicate their vision for the Olympic movement. Sports journalists from all over the world will also gain invaluable insights into their strategic plans for […]

15 February, 2025

APO International

The Longstanding and Unwarranted Smear Campaign Against Eritrea

The problem of inadequate and skewed coverage Properly exploring, reporting, and understanding any subject, much less an entire country, demands depth, nuance, and a genuine understanding of its context. However, the vast majority of Western mainstream media analyses of Eritrea have rarely delved into these complexities. Instead, they have often been littered with simplistic sound bites that shoe-horn the country into highly generalized and unhelpful black-and-white contexts. This reductionist approach attempts […]

15 February, 2025