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Month: March 2025

1067 Results / Page 79 of 119

Namibia

NUST Surpasses N$1 Billion in Research Funding and Expands STEM Enrolment by 52%

By: Hertha Ekandjo The Namibia University of Science and Technology’s (NUST’s) research funding has surpassed more than N$1 billion over the last five years, coupled with the graduation of more than 4000 postgraduate students, including honours, masters and PhD students. The institution’s revenue has surpassed N$1 billion consecutively over the past two years. Speaking during the institution’s official opening of 2025 academic year, NUST Vice-chancellor Erold Naomab said NUST has […]

today12 March, 2025

Namibia

NCRST awards N$4.5 million in research grants to UNAM scholars

By: Hertha Ekandjo The National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology (NCRST) on Monday awarded research grants totaling N$4.5 million to University of Namibia (UNAM) researchers. The funding, provided through international partnerships, will support projects in artificial intelligence, agriculture, energy, water, health, and psychometric assessment. NCRST Chief Executive Officer Anicia Peters emphasized the importance of impactful, transdisciplinary research and a collaborative approach involving researchers, communities, government, and the private sector. […]

today12 March, 2025

N100M up for Grabs! African Industrial and Development Conference and Awards (AIDCA) Hosts Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition Finals
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N100M up for Grabs! African Industrial and Development Conference and Awards (AIDCA) Hosts Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition Finals

  Top 100 startups from across Nigeria will compete for cash prizes totaling ₦100 million and alongside valuable business to business meetings with angel investors. Dotmount Communications, publishers of Pleasures Magazine (www.PleasuresMagazine.com.ng) is the organizer. The African Industrial and Development Conference and Awards (AIDCA) is set to host the Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition (EPC) finals in Abuja, Nigeria, in partnership with SeedsPad Qatar and Keystone Bank. This event will spotlight the […]

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Business / Economics

NamRA commissioner calls for improved trade facilitation in Africa

By: Hertha Ekandjo Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) Commissioner Sam Shivute has emphasized the urgent need for Africa to improve intra-continental trade by addressing inefficiencies in customs regulations and border processes. Shivute highlighted that Africa’s intra-circuit trade stands at a mere 20% to 25%, significantly lower than Europe’s 60% to 67%. The commissioner was speaking during the official launch of the Coordinated Border Management (CBM) National Strategy for Namibia and the […]

today12 March, 2025

APO Group Strengthens Market Presence with the Promotion of Senegalese Papa Chimere Diop, to Director of Strategic Growth & Market Development
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APO Group Strengthens Market Presence with the Promotion of Senegalese Papa Chimere Diop, to Director of Strategic Growth & Market Development

 APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading pan-African media relations and communications consultancy, is pleased to announce the promotion of Papa Chimere Diop to Director of Strategic Growth&Market Development at Group level. This appointment, effective from 1 March 2025, highlights APO Group’s commitment to strengthening its commercial leadership and driving expansion across Africa.  Chimere, who previously served as Senior Sales Director and later Senior Growth Director, has been instrumental in shaping APO […]

today12 March, 2025

Bizcommunity launch BizTrendsTV: A global first in Afrocentric thought leadership
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Bizcommunity launch BizTrendsTV: A global first in Afrocentric thought leadership

 This month saw the exciting launch of BizTrendsTV. A first-of-its-kind venture and global benchmark for the continent, presenting Bizcommunity’s (www.Bizcommunity.com) annual award-winning trends in exciting new formats, in collaboration with Rapt Creative and The Real-Networks consortium. BizTrendsTV will leverage multimedia platforms, including YouTube as well as podcasts and social media platforms to provide business professionals with accessible, engaging, and authoritative trend resources from Africa’s top thought leaders with a uniquely […]

today12 March, 2025

African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 to Showcase Africa’s Growing Energy Momentum, with $43 Billion in Capital Expenditure (CapEx) Projected for 2025
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African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 to Showcase Africa’s Growing Energy Momentum, with $43 Billion in Capital Expenditure (CapEx) Projected for 2025

 Africa’s energy sector continues to show resilience and dynamism, with capital expenditure (CapEx) on oil and gas projects remaining a key driver of growth. According to the African Energy Chamber’s (EnergyChamber.org/) State of African Energy 2025 Outlook Report, investment remains strong in 2025, with total CapEx estimated at $43 billion, while long-term projections indicate an increase to $54 billion by 2030 – reinforcing Africa’s position as a critical player in the […]

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Environment

EU delegation visits Orano Desalination Plant

Managing Director of the Orano Erongo Desalination plant Tommie Gouws The EU delegation has visited the Orano Erongo Desalination Plant near the coastal town of Wlotzkasbaken in the Erongo region. The plat was built by Orano (formerly Areva) to supply water to the Trekkopje uranium mine. However, due to the mine’s suspension, the plant now primarily provides desalinated water to other industrial users and municipalities in the region, including the […]

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Namibia

South Africa faces trade fallout with U.S.

“He wants access to our markets but refuses to abide by Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) policies.” WINDHOEK, March 12 - Diplomatic tensions between South Africa and the United States have intensified following President Cyril Ramaphosa's decision to sign the controversial Expropriation Act into law. The move has received strong opposition from Washington, with the Trump administration responding by cutting aid and accusing Pretoria of discrimination against Afrikaner farmers. News24 […]

today12 March, 2025