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African Development Bank and Invest in Africa Sign $850,000 Grant Agreement to Boost Inclusive Green Jobs in Ghana and Senegal

The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has signed a $850,000 grant agreement with Invest in Africa (IIA), a non-profit organization, to support the MicroGREEN project to provide livelihood opportunities for marginalized and vulnerable groups in Ghana and Senegal. Titled, Strengthening Women, Youth, and People with Disabilities’ Micro-Entrepreneurship for Green Jobs in Natural Resources, this initiative aims to generate up to 500 green jobs, focusing on the agroforestry, fisheries, and biodiversity […]

11 August, 2025

Africa

DRC violence resumes despite Doha peace agreement

Truck carrying people in the DRC (Photo: GUERCHOM NDEBO/AFP via Getty Images) Fighting broke out between Congolese forces and the M23 rebels in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Sunday, forcing hundreds of residents to flee their homes. The clashes, which took place in North Kivu province, have intensified tensions in the region already plagued by years of armed conflict. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa. […]

11 August, 2025

Africa

Cape Town hosts summit to bridge Africa’s water funding gap

Delegates photographed for Water Summit 2025 (Photo: aipwater.org) South Africa is hosting the African Union-AIP Water Investment Summit in Cape Town this week to tackle Africa’s R531-billion annual water investment gap. Leaders, investors, and global partners have gathered to mobilise funding for climate-resilient water infrastructure across the continent. South African Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, says the summit aims to deliver a decisive declaration on water investments. The summit […]

11 August, 2025

Business / Economics

Supporting SME growth key to quality service delivery, says Nekundi

Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekudi (Photo: The Namibian) Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi met with Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Windhoek to discuss the challenges hindering their participation in government projects. He emphasized the importance of supporting SME growth to enhance service delivery across sectors. Petrus Amutenya reports. SMEs play a critical role in Namibia’s economy, accounting for about 40% of employment and contributing roughly 30% […]

11 August, 2025

Namibia

City of Windhoek buses go cashless

City of Windhoek Head Office Windhoek The City of Windhoek has introduced a cashless bus ticketing system, effective today, to improve convenience, efficiency, and travel safety. Passengers must visit the Municipal Bus Depot in the Southern Industrial Area to exchange old bus cards and transfer remaining balances to the new smart cards. City spokesperson Lydia Amutenya has more. The new system aims to reduce cash handling on buses, speed up […]

11 August, 2025

APO International

Nigeria needs to increase investment in agricultural biotechnology for food security – (By Joseph Omode)

By Joseph Omode, editor in chief of Alexa News Nigeria (www.Alexa.ng) and the Chief Executive Officer of Alexa Media Services. Nigeria is making remarkable progress in leveraging agricultural biotechnology. With robust regulatory structures, real-world biotech crop adoption, and growing public engagement, the country is setting the pace for innovation in Africa. Sustainability and confidence will grow as awareness spreads and more biotech solutions reach Nigerian farms. If Nigeria can […]

11 August, 2025

Business / Economics

Best of Namibia 2025 winners to be announced Tuesday

Best of Namibia awards Photo: bestofnam.com The highly-anticipated Best of Namibia 2025 awards will reveal the country’s top businesses and services tomorrow. After a nationwide nomination and voting process, the winners will be announced during a live-streamed ceremony celebrating excellence across various sectors. The awards are proudly supported by main sponsors Fly Namibia, Venture Media, and Future Media. For a sneak peek at the finalists and more information, visit bestofnam.com.

11 August, 2025

Uncategorized

Do not negotiate rape cases, police chief warns parents

By: Staff Reporter Namibian Police inspector-general Joseph Shikongo has issued a stern warning to parents and guardians to desist from negotiating rape cases in exchange of financial gain. Shikongo said sexual offences are serious and should not be settled privately. Shikongo also urged parents to report cases immediately so that proper legal action can be taken. He made the remarks while speaking at the second annual Namibia National Women’s Conference […]

11 August, 2025

APO International

Briefing Highlights: How the African Development Fund is Financing Africa’s Future in a Shifting Global Landscape

The African Development Fund, the African Development Bank Group’s (www.AfDB.org) concessional financing arm, was the focus of a special edition of the African Transformation Briefing co-hosted by the African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET) and the Global Strategic Communications Council. Moderated by ACET Communications Manager Belinda Ayamgha, the session was held virtually on 29 July 2025. The media-focused event convened development partners, journalists, and policymakers for an in-depth conversation […]

11 August, 2025