insert_link APO International Measles outbreak threatens public health in Cuanza Sul The Sumbe Pediatric Hospital is under pressure due to the significant increase in measles cases in recent weeks. Currently, 23 children remain hospitalized with a diagnosis of the disease and, according to the hospital's management, there has been an average of eight new admissions a day. At times, such as last week, the unit has received up to 40 cases at the same time, with days when 15 children were […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO International President Museveni Boosts Kampala Street Hawkers With Shs 300 Million Excitement and jubilation filled Kololo Independence Grounds on Tuesday, 29, July 2025 as President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni extended a cash capital boost worth Shs 300 million to street hawkers operating across Kampala City. Each vendor received Shs 100,000, in addition to buying their merchandise they brought to the function. According to the State House Comptroller, Ms. Jane Barekye, this was part of an ongoing presidential initiative to uplift informal traders […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO International Madagascar: Authorities fail to protect and assist Antandroy people displaced by climate-exacerbated droughts – new report Malagasy government violated right to freedom of movement and choice of residence of Antandroy IDPs Amnesty International research documents arduous 1,500km journey in search of survival French colonial policies contributed to Antandroy’s vulnerability to climate-exacerbated droughts leading to displacements Malagasy authorities have failed to protect and assist thousands of Antandroy people who have been forced to flee their homes since 2017 because of drought-induced famines in the Androy region, […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Interview: MS Namibia Launches Fifth Annual Jeans for Hope Day to Support Patients MS Namibia has announced the return of its Jeans for Hope Day campaign on Friday, 1 August, aimed at raising awareness and funds for Namibians living with multiple sclerosis (MS). MS is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system and can lead to symptoms such as numbness, vision problems, fatigue, loss of coordination, and cognitive challenges. Founder Bianca Ozcan explained that MS is considered a rare disease […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Interview: Empowering Youth Through Mental Health and Entrepreneurship in Otavi National Mental Health Care, led by founder Cathy Kambanda, has successfully completed a year-long program aimed at combating depression and suicide among young people by empowering them to become entrepreneurs. The initiative, which ran from July 2024 to June 2025 in Otavi, was funded by B2Gold, Ohorongo Cement, and Kambanda’s personal contribution. Fifteen youth participants were selected, including young entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses, those with business ideas but […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Ballotti’s Relocation Pledge Unfulfilled at Katutura Youth Complex Over 500 homeless people continue to live at the Katutura Youth Complex despite Deputy Minister Dino Ballotti’s pledge three months ago to relocate them, Selma Taapopi for NewsOnOne reports. The plan, agreed upon in April with the /Khomas regional governor and City officials, sought to restore Windhoek’s stadiums to their intended use. However, no action has been taken, and the facilities’ condition continues to worsen. today30 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics BW Energy, NAMCOR Secure Rig for Kudu Gas Drilling BW Energy and NAMCOR E&P have secured the Deepsea Mira rig to drill the Kharas appraisal well on the Kudu licence in the Orange Basin. Scheduled for the second half of 2025, the drilling is part of a rig-sharing arrangement designed to boost local content. NAMCOR spokesperson Paulo Coelho said the move is a vital step toward developing the Kudu gas field and improving the country’s energy independence. today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO International The Western Indian Ocean Network for Small-Scale Octopus Fishers (WION-SOF) Moves Forward by Enhancing Governance and Gender Inclusion in Octopus Fisheries Building on the momentum of its June 2025 establishment in Mombasa, Kenya, the Western Indian Ocean Network for Small-Scale Octopus Fishers (WION-SOF) has taken a decisive step forward. With support from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA), AU-IBAR convened a landmark workshop on 29 July 2025 aimed at strengthening governance structures and promoting gender-responsive approaches in small-scale octopus fisheries across the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region. The virtual gathering […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link APO International Eritrea: President Isaias Afwerki Meets with High-Level Italian Delegation President Isaias Afwerki met, at Denden Guest House in mid-afternoon hours today, the Italian delegation led Mr. Francesco Lollobrigida, Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forests; and Mr. Edmondo Cirielli, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The extensive discussions centered on enhancement of bilateral ties and partnership as part and parcel and continuation of the concrete areas of cooperation on various sectors that had been reached between President […] today29 July, 2025
