insert_link Namibia Global African Hydrogen Summit 2025: Africa charts green energy path at Windhoek hydrogen summit Dr. Kaire Mbuende (Photo: Namibian Broadcasting Corporation) The Global African Hydrogen Summit concluded today in Windhoek, bringing together governments, investors, and industry leaders to discuss opportunities in green hydrogen and Africa’s renewable energy sector. Dr. Kaire Mbuende, Director-General of the National Planning Commission, highlighted the importance of the summit in supporting policy development and investment in the country’s emerging green hydrogen industry. today11 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Annual inflation falls to 3.2% in August 2025 Inflation food basket (Photo: International Finance Business Desk) Headline annual inflation rate slowed to 3.2% in August 2025, down from 4.4% recorded in the same month last year, according to the Namibia Statistics Agency. Monthly inflation remained stable at 0.0%, compared to 0.1% in July. Analysis of average retail prices for selected products revealed regional variations. Consumers in Zone 2 paid the highest price for apples at N$41.42 per kilogram, […] today11 September, 2025
APO International Embracing Climate-Smart Growth is a Net Win for Uganda Without strong action, climate change could cut Uganda's economic growth by up to 3.1% by 2050, pushing more than 613,000 people into poverty and turning 12 million more into internal migrants. The Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) for Uganda, published by the World Bank Group and launched today in Kampala, examines the country’s vulnerability to climate change and outlines interventions to mitigate its impacts. The report highlights serious risks […] today11 September, 2025
APO International Message of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission on the Occasion of the Ethiopian New Year On behalf of the African Union Commission, I extend warmest greetings to the Government and people of Ethiopia on the celebration of Enkutatash, the Ethiopian New Year. As Ethiopia ushers in a new year, we wish for renewed peace, stability, and prosperity for the nation and its people, and for their continued contributions to the unity and progress of our continent. Happy Enkutatash! Distributed by APO Group on behalf […] today11 September, 2025
APO International Liberia’s Recent Election to United Nations Security Council Spurs High-Level Diplomatic Engagements Liberia’s recent election to a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has attracted a wave of high-level diplomatic visits to Monrovia, signaling the country’s rising influence in international affairs and its renewed role in shaping global peace and security. In the past weeks, Liberia has welcomed delegations from several countries, each underscoring the importance of Liberia’s upcoming tenure on the Council and exploring opportunities for collaboration […] today11 September, 2025
APO International Top members of the executive host commiseration event with President Boakai to remember their fallen Minister of State for Presidential Affairs Members of the Cabinet, led by the Dean of the Cabinet, Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti, today converged at the Rehab Offices of President Joseph N. Boakai, Sr., for a commiseration visit on the passing of Honorable Sylvester M. Grigsby, the deceased Minister of State for Presidential Affairs. Coordinated by the Office of Director of the Cabinet Nathaniel Kwabo, the gathering, which brought together an array of senior cabinet […] today11 September, 2025
APO International Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meets The First Lady of Gabon & 13 African and Asian First Ladies of Africa at the Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative Summit 2025 Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany, conducted the 7th Edition of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative - MFFLI Summit 2025 recently. It was inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation Board of Trustees, and Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation&President of Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative and H.E. Madam ZITA OLIGUI NGUEMA, First Lady of the Gabonese Republic and Ambassador […] today11 September, 2025
insert_link APO International Longevity lands in Europe; It has a South African twist to it The Longevity Store® (https://TheLongevityStore.com/) launches today as the first Dutch brand to focus 100% on healthy ageing&sports optimisation. Notably, Dr. Samefko Ludidi - former head of Nutrition at The South African UCI Cycling Team Qhubeka and known for putting intermittent fasting on the map in Europe (featured by BBC) - is joining as Chief Science Officer. With this, the outspoken food-first scientist makes a deliberate choice: lifestyle first, while […] today11 September, 2025
APO International Lobito Corridor poised to revolutionise African mining logistics A new era in African mining logistics is emerging with the 1,300 km Lobito Corridor railway, spanning Angola, Zambia, and the DRC. This corridor will transport critical minerals from the Copperbelt to global markets via the port of Lobito, unlocking significant economic opportunities for the region. More than just a railway, the Lobito Corridor is a strategic enabler of regional trade, cost-efficient mining operations, and sustainable development. By reducing […] today11 September, 2025