insert_link APO International CORRECTION: African Development Bank, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) sign Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) renewing their collaboration on sustainable economic development for Africa The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) have signed an agreement strengthening their collaboration on sustainable economic development, designed to boost infrastructure development and economic opportunities across the African continent. The Memorandum of Understanding, which builds on an earlier one in 2018, was signed by African Development Bank president, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, and AIIB President and Chair of the Board of Directors Jin Liqun on […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Niger’s Prime Minister Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 as Country Eyes Increased Oil Exports Mahamane Lamine Zeine, Prime Minister of the Republic of Niger, has joined the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference as a speaker. During the event – which takes place September 29 to October 3 in Cape Town – Zeine is expected to share insight into the country’s oil and gas projects, detailing initiatives being implemented to increase production and crude exports. As the largest event of […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia launches AfCFTA trade with 1st shipment from Walvis Bay Namibia has formally commenced trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) during a ceremony at the Walvis Bay Salt Warehouse. Hosted by the Ministry of International Relations and Trade, the event celebrated the shipment of Namibia’s first consignment—salt—as it joins the continental initiative designed to liberalize trade among 54 nations. Executive Director Penda Naanda underscored the importance of the appointment, stating, “This marks the beginning of Namibia’s active […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link Namibia NamRA issues final reminder as tax deadline arrives The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) today urged all salaried individuals and pensioners to submit their tax returns by the end of the day, warning that no deadline extension will be granted. According to NamRA’s Manager for Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Engagements, Tonateni Shidhudhu, taxpayers can use the online portal or visit local offices for assistance. Filings submitted after the deadline may incur penalties and interest charges. NamRA has been running a […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Chevron Eyes Expanded Gas Capacity in Angola, Joins Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025 as Sponsor Energy major Chevron has joined the Angola Oil&Gas (AOG) conference and exhibition – taking place September 3-4 in Luanda – as a Champion Sponsor. With a commitment to increasing Angolan gas development and supporting LNG production, Chevron plays an instrumental part in diversifying the country’s economy. Chevron’s sponsorship reflects the company’s long-term vision for the country as it strives to unlock deepwater oil opportunities while strengthening LNG exports. Chevron has […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link Africa Uganda’s Museveni seeks re-election President Yoweri Museveni Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, age 80, confirmed his bid for a seventh term in the January 2026 presidential election, potentially extending his hold on power to nearly half a century. Running under the ruling National Resistance Movement (NRM), Museveni formally expressed interest in serving as the party’s flagbearer via a post on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter. Reuters reports that Museveni has ruled […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link World Sabotage not ruled out in Air India crash Photo: Reuters India’s Ministry of Civil Aviation has confirmed that investigators are exploring all possible causes, including sabotage, in the investigation into the June 12 crash of Air India Flight AI‑171, per junior minister Murlidhar Mohol. The Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner, en route from Ahmedabad to London, crashed into a residential area minutes after takeoff, killing an estimated 241 passengers and crew and injuring residents on the ground. One passenger survived the […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link Africa DR Congo and Rwanda sign peace deal Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) formally signed a U.S.-brokered peace agreement on June 27, 2025, at the U.S. State Department, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and senior U.S. officials present. The accord aims to halt a long-running conflict that has resulted in thousands of deaths and displaced hundreds of thousands of civilians this year. According to the Washington Post, the conflict escalated in early 2025, […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link South Africa Democratic Alliance condemns brutal farm attack in Free State South African farmers protesting Photo: Credit: Photo: Eva-Lotta Jansson for The Telegraph The Democratic Alliance (DA) in the Free State, South Africa, has expressed shock after a violent attack on a farmer in the Kestell district. DA Free State MPL Leona Kleynhans called on the government to urgently implement its rural safety strategy to better protect farm owners and workers. Kleynhans said that farm attacks are not isolated incidents, and called […] today30 June, 2025
