insert_link APO International Nigeria: African Development Bank Approves $46 Million to Transform Healthcare in Sokoto State The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a $46 million loan to finance the Sokoto State Health Infrastructure Project, a transformative initiative designed to enhance healthcare access and quality in Nigeria’s Sokoto State. The project addresses critical health system gaps in Sokoto, where key indicators reflect a critical need for intervention. Only one in 20 children is fully vaccinated, while infant mortality stands at […] today1 August, 2025
insert_link Africa SACU revenue at risk as South Africa scrambles to renegotiate with U.S. Namibia is likely to feel the economic aftershocks of the 30% tariff imposed by the United States on South African goods, according to economist Dr. Omu Matundu, who says the move could contract South Africa’s export market and dent Namibia’s revenue from the regional customs pool. South Africa, Namibia’s largest trading partner and the continent’s most industrialised economy, has seen key sectors such as automotive and agriculture directly targeted by […] today1 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Drilling operations began at Volans-1X exploration, lock PEL 8 By: Hertha Ekandjo The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia, NAMCOR, alongside its joint venture partners Rhino Resources (Operator), Azule Energy, and Korres Investments, has commenced with drilling operations on Volans-1X exploration well, located offshore Namibia within Block PEL 85 of the Orange Basin. According to a statement issued by NAMCOR, Drilling is being carried out by the semi-submersible Deepsea Mira, operated by Northern Ocean, in water depths of approximately 1,200 […] today1 August, 2025
insert_link APO International President Ramaphosa appoints Judge President Dunstan Mlambo as Deputy Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa President Cyril Ramaphosa has, in accordance with section 174(3) of the Constitution, decided to appoint Justice Dunstan Mlambo as Deputy Chief Justice of the Republic of South Africa, with effect from tomorrow, Friday, 1 August 2025. Judge Mlambo has, since November 2012, served as Judge President of the Gauteng Division of the High Court of South Africa. President Ramaphosa has, in writing, informed Chief Justice Mandisa Maya that in appointing […] today1 August, 2025
insert_link APO International President Ramkalawan Attends 10th Anniversary Celebration of the My First Job Scheme The Ministry of Employment and Social Affairs, through its Employment Department, hosted a special commemorative ceremony on Thursday afternoon at the Eden Bleu Hotel to mark the 10th anniversary of the My First Job (MFJ) Scheme—an initiative that has played a vital role in empowering and integrating young Seychellois into the workforce. The event was graced by the presence of the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, […] today1 August, 2025
insert_link APO International 6+6 Committee and Advisory Committee Conclude Consultative Meeting on Electoral Framework At the end of their two-day consultative meeting under the auspices of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), the 6+6 Committee and the Advisory Committee agreed on the necessity of amending Libya's constitutional and legal framework to facilitate presidential and parliamentary elections with broadly accepted results. Members of the 6+6 Committee praised the Advisory Committee's recommendations published on 5 May and committed to integrating them into efforts to […] today1 August, 2025
insert_link APO International Angola protests: United Nations (UN) urges restraint, investigations into deaths What began as protests against fuel price hikes in Angola have escalated into deadly unrest across the country, with at least 22 people killed and more than 1,000 detained, prompting calls from the UN for restraint and urgent investigations into possible rights violations by security forces. The Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) on Thursday urged Angolan authorities to conduct prompt, thorough and independent investigations into […] today1 August, 2025
insert_link APO International Exclusion, endurance, and the fight for inclusion Marlene Le Roux has lived with the effects of disability since she was three months old. Now 57, she has spent decades confronting physical, structural, and social barriers. Resilience is part of her everyday reality, as she manages pain, stays engaged, and keeps going even when her body resists. Ms Le Roux had spent the day before speaking and dancing to mark South Africa’s Freedom Day in Cape Town. By […] today1 August, 2025
insert_link APO International United Nations (UN) Tourism/ International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Ministerial Summit calls for enhanced cooperation to unlock Africa’s growth Jointly organized by UN Tourism, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and the Government of Angola, the high-level event drew more than 300 international delegates around the theme “Accelerating Synergies for Resilient and Sustainable Growth”. The three-day conference, focused on strengthening the alignment between two of Africa’s fastest-growing sectors: tourism and air transport. Both are critical enablers for job creation, innovation, and greater regional mobility. In his opening remarks, UN […] today1 August, 2025
