insert_link APO International Southern African countries launch climate-resilient health initiative with World Health Organization (WHO) support Eight Southern African countries have embarked on a landmark effort to bolster emergency preparedness and response systems in the face of increasing climate-related health threats. With financial support from the Pandemic Fund, and technical assistance from World Health Organization (WHO) in the African Region and other partners, Botswana, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe are advancing their capacity to protect public health, and respond to emergencies. The […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO International Morocco’s Foreign Minister Holds Talks in Washington with United States (U.S.) National Security Advisor Mike Waltz Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Mr. Nasser Bourita, held talks on Tuesday in Washington with Mike Waltz, National Security Advisor of the President of the United States, Mr. Donald Trump. Talks particularly focused on the multidimensional strategic partnership between Morocco and the U.S., as well as on regional issues of common interest. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO International South Africa Approves Renewable Energy Masterplan, Targeting Enhanced Energy Security The South African Cabinet has approved the South African Renewable Energy Masterplan (SAREM) for implementation, targeting energy security and broader industrial growth. The plan seeks to address challenges associated with local capacity, infrastructure and investment by providing a roadmap for developing renewable energy and battery storage technologies. For investors, the plan identifies a clear pathway to advancing power projects as South African electricity demand is expected to rise two-fold by […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO International Ghana’s Minister of Lands and Natural Resources to Speak at Mining in Motion Conference The Mining in Motion 2025 Summit is pleased to announce the participation of Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Ghana as a keynote speaker. Held under the theme Sustainable Mining&Local Growth – Leveraging Resources for Global Impact, the summit brings together Ghana’s policymakers, gold mining stakeholders and international investors to explore strategies for unlocking Ghana’s full mining potential. Minister Buah’s participation will be instrumental in highlighting […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO International Namibia Strengthens Uranium Market with Exploration and Production (E&P) Expansion Namibia is expanding its uranium industry through a combination of established operations and new Exploration and Production (E&P) initiatives. With an average production of 5,613 metric tons in recent years, Namibia has solidified its position as the world’s third-largest uranium producer. As global interest in uranium increases to meet growing demand for nuclear electricity, the country is intensifying cooperation with international E&P companies to unlock the full potential of its uranium […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO International Uganda: Air quality regulations to be enforced The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) working with the Ministry of Works and Transport will soon roll out the air quality regulations which were enacted in 2024. According to the NEMA Executive Director, Dr. Akankwasah Barirega, a two-year grace period will be given to allow for phasing-out of engine types that are below the Euro 4 standard, a European emissions standard for vehicles. “You may realise that a one-stroke engine […] today9 April, 2025
Namibia Namibia implements N$1.3 billion in climate projects, pushes for direct access to boost funding By: Hertha Ekandjo Namibia is currently implementing climate change projects valued at approximately N$1.3 billion, funded through various international climate financing mechanisms. These initiatives form part of the N$4 billion the country has secured over the past decade through multilateral funding windows and bilateral cooperation. Environment ministry’s deputy director for Multilateral Environmental Agreements, Petrus Muteyauli said the bulk of the funding has come from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), the […] today9 April, 2025
Namibia NaTIS confirms impersonation scams after fraud claim https://youtu.be/pT1iknKtmFk By: Ketemba Tjipepa Windhoek's NaTIS branch manager, Sharon Silombela, has confirmed that impersonation scams are common, but investigations have not linked such incidents to any internal staff. This comes after a parent shared a social media post claiming that an individual impersonating a NaTIS staff member, offered to guarantee her son passing his driving test for N$5,000. today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO International Rapid influx of Congolese refugees strains Uganda’s threadbare resources Uganda, Africa’s largest refugee host, is witnessing a sharp increase in the number of Congolese refugees crossing its western border due to increased insecurity in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Amid ongoing funding cuts, this significant surge in refugee arrivals risks overwhelming the country’s capacity as it also responds to the needs of over 70,000 Sudanese refugees who have arrived fleeing the two-year-long war […] today9 April, 2025