insert_link APO International 5 Reasons to Consider Payroll Outsourcing Accurate and timely payroll impacts costs, tax compliance, and employee morale. Many organisations assume that insourced payroll is inherently superior. Yet in today's dynamic business environment, this assumption can be more costly. It can burden valuable personnel, increase compliance risks, and saddle organisations with expensive, yet obsolete, software. Workplaces are becoming more complex through a wide variety of employment conditions, frequent regulation changes, and growth risks (especially when operating in […] today31 July, 2025
insert_link APO International Bold Sports marks major digital milestone during Super Falcons’ Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 victory Bold Sports (www.BoldSportsng.com), Nigeria’s emerging digital sports media platform, announced today that it recorded unprecedented audience growth across its digital platforms during the recently concluded Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024, where the Super Falcons lifted their 10th continental title. From July 5 to 26, 2025, the tournament period saw Bold Sports significantly increase its reach and engagement across its digital platforms, positioning it as one of the most […] today31 July, 2025
insert_link APO International How Customer Experience Management Summit (CEM) Africa, the continent’s leading CX Summit signals the next wave of customer experience innovation Customer expectations are evolving, and businesses must keep pace to stay competitive. The Customer Experience Africa Summit (CEM), hosted by Vuka Group (www.WeAreVUKA.com) on 12 – 14 August 2025 at Century City Conference Centre in Cape Town, is set to be a defining moment for the industry. CEM Africa is where customer experience leaders meet to explore industry shifts, solve pressing CX challenges, and innovate solutions that create measurable business […] today31 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Radio outages as Gross Herzog transmission tower fails Several radio stations have gone off air following a power failure at the Gross Herzog transmission tower, a key telecommunications hub located south of Windhoek. The tower, which stands 41.2 metres tall on the Gross Herzog Mountain, has been out of full operation since Monday. The outage is linked to a generator at the site running out of diesel fuel, leaving the structure without backup power. The tower, which has […] today31 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia NANSO pushes for student voice in free tertiary education plan The Namibia National Students Organisation (NANSO) has met with the national task team on free tertiary education. The organisation called for student representation in the process and for financial support that includes transport, meals, and other non-tuition costs. NANSO President Dorthea Nangolo suggested two funding options. A national education levy, or an education sovereign wealth fund. She said these mechanisms would provide sustainable support, especially for students not fully […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Increase in suicides among men triggers calls for targeted support Mental health professionals are raising concerns about a rise in suicides among men. Experts say economic pressure, social isolation, and stigma are key contributing factors. Dr. Shaun Whittaker, a clinical psychologist, says these men often feel trapped by financial expectations and reluctant to seek help. He urges the creation of targeted mental health services, safe spaces for men to talk, and early intervention programmes. Miss Namibia 2025, Johanna Swartbooi, […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link APO International ExxonMobil Partners with African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 as Diamond Sponsor – Showcasing Major Investments, Youth Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Africa Initiatives, and Highlighting Women in Energy As a Diamond Sponsor at AEW, ExxonMobil reaffirms its long-standing commitment to Africa’s energy future through ambitious new investments, frontier exploration and impactful educational programs. The company will take a central role in shaping dialogue on the continent’s upstream outlook, LNG development and the transition to more inclusive energy systems. As the world’s largest publicly listed, private integrated energy company, ExxonMobil continues to be a leader in the frontier exploration […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics SMEs, skills, and youth take centre stage at 15th Eenhana Expo The 15th Eenhana Annual Trade and Business Expo is currently underway in the Ohangwena Region. A new feature at this year’s event is a cooking training and competition designed to develop skills among small and medium enterprise (SME) owners. Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumua says the expo is focused on youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, sport, arts, and health. The event aims to give local businesses and young people a platform to showcase […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link World UK to recognise Palestine in September if no Gaza ceasefire, says Starmer Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes an address following an emergency cabinet meeting on Gaza at 10 Downing Street in London on 29 July 2025. TOBY MELVILLE/POOL/AFP via Getty Images British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has made his country's decision crystal clear. Starmer announced that the United Kingdom will officially recognise the State of Palestine in September if Israel does not agree to a ceasefire in Gaza and meet certain […] today30 July, 2025
