insert_link APO International Eritrea: International Workers Day Observed in Southern Region International Workers Day was commemorated in Mendefera on 29 April at the Southern Region level. The event featured a parade by government employees and included various programs highlighting the contributions of workers. Mr. Tekeste Mihreteab, head of the National Confederation of Eritrean Workers in the region, stated that International Workers Day is an occasion to remember and honor Eritrean workers who sacrificed their lives for their country. He urged workers […] today1 May, 2025
insert_link APO International Ambassador Han Jing Visits Chilenje House in Memory of Dr. Kenneth Kaunda On April 29, 2025, Ambassador Han Jing led the Embassy team to visit the Chilenje House 394, the former residence of Zambia’s founding President, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda, joined by representatives from the Zambia National Heritage Conservation Committee. Embassy staff were impressed by the visit and saw it as a meaningful way to pay tribute to Dr. Kaunda on the occasion of the Kenneth Kaunda Day, as it refreshed memories on […] today1 May, 2025
Namibia Minister of gender proposes holistic SME support to ensure youth business sustainability By: Hertha Ekandjo Minister of Gender and Child Welfare, Emma Kantema-Gaomas, has proposed a comprehensive approach to supporting youth-led small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Namibia, emphasising that not only financial assistance is needed but also mentorship, incubation, and access to markets. Speaking during the first session of the 8th Parliament on Wednesday, Kantema-Gaomas expressed her support behind Vote 9, particularly highlighting Programmes 8 and 9. She praised the […] today1 May, 2025
Namibia Nandi-Ndaitwah welcomes SADC Parliamentary Forum delegation to State House By: Hertha Ekandjo President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Wednesday received a courtesy visit from a high-level delegation of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF), led by its President, Tokely Justin, a Member of Parliament from Madagascar. During the meeting at State House, Nandi-Ndaitwah welcomed the delegation and highlighted the essential role of parliamentary leadership in shaping regional development and advancing the interests of SADC citizens. “The people […] today1 May, 2025
insert_link APO International Advancing Gender Equality in Africa: Key Outcomes from the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11) Gender Forum During the 11th session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD-11), UN Women hosted the Gender Forum bringing together key stakeholders to spotlight Africa’s progress on gender equality, identify enduring gaps, and foster collaboration for accelerated action. Grounded in the aspirations of SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and the African Union’s Agenda 2063, the forum served as a platform for dialogue, innovation, and shared commitment to an inclusive and […] today1 May, 2025
insert_link APO International Ambassador Yin Chengwu Met with Liberian Minister of Commerce and Industry Dagoseh On April 29, Ambassador Yin Chengwu met with Hon. Magdalene E. Dagoseh, Minister of Commerce and Industry of Liberia. The two sides exchanged views on implementing the outcomes of the meeting between the two heads of state and the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), and further enhancing China-Liberia practical cooperation in the field of economy and trade.Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Embassy of the […] today1 May, 2025
insert_link APO International Ambassador Yin Chengwu Met with Liberian Director General of National Fisheries & Aquaculture Authority Saygb On April 29, Ambassador Yin Chengwu met with Hon. Cyrus Saygb, the Director General of Liberian National Fisheries&Aquaculture Authority. The two sides exchanged views on strengthening practical cooperation in the field of fisheries between China and Liberia. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Liberia. today1 May, 2025
Environment Namibians urged to embrace diverse sectors to combat economic challenges https://youtu.be/eZGdx7iK6tw By: Hertha Ekandjo The Daures Green Hydrogen Village (DGHV) Chief Executive Officer Jerome Namaseb, has called on Namibia to diversify its economic sectors to effectively address pressing issues such as food insecurity and unemployment. He emphasized that embracing emerging industries like green hydrogen can significantly broaden employment opportunities and reduce the nation’s reliance on imported goods. “Namibia should be open to welcoming different sectors and projects over being […] today1 May, 2025
insert_link APO International Towards the implementation of an Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) youth networking strategy with African entrepreneurs through the creation of a mentoring and learning network in West Africa H.E. Damtien Tchintchibidja, Vice-President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, on April 29, 2025, in Accra, Ghana, said that ECOWAS is considering the creation of a mentoring and apprenticeship network in West Africa to connect young people in the region with African entrepreneurs as part of Human Capital Development and youth underemployment. In the address by the Vice-President of the ECOWAS Commission, read by Mr. Ruben […] today1 May, 2025