Month: October 2025

  As today’s young people navigate a range of ongoing global pressures, new research (https://apo-opa.co/4qkQBDz) from the University of Northampton’s Institute for Social Innovation and Impact (ISII) has revealed the powerful role of initiatives such as the Canon Young People Programme (CYPP) in improving youth confidence, resilience and a sense of purpose. As Canon EMEA celebrates the 10th anniversary of its Canon Young People Programme, which uses photography as a tool […]

  A “Computer-Aided Textile Design (CAD) Laboratory Establishment Project” has been implemented by the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) in Kelibia, Nabeul Governorate, to enhance vocational training capacities and support the development of a skilled workforce for Tunisia’s textile and garment industry. Within the scope of the project, a modern Computer-Aided Design (CAD) laboratory was established at the Kelibia Vocational Training Center, which operates under the Tunisian Vocational Training […]

  APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading pan-African communications and news distribution consultancy, is delighted to announce that its Founder and Chairman, Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard (www.Pompigne-Mognard.com), has been appointed to the Advisory Board of Future Hospitality Summit Africa (FHS Africa) 2026 (www.FutureHospitality.com/africa). Future Hospitality Summit Africa (FHS Africa) – formerly known as the Africa Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) – is the continent’s leading annual hospitality investment conference. It serves as a meeting […]

  Hyatt (www.Hyatt.com) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of ASB Hotel Properties and Albwardy Investments (Pamodzi Hotels PLC) to bring the full service Hyatt Regency brand to Lusaka in Zambia, with Hyatt Regency Lusaka The Pamodzi. Currently The Pamodzi Hotel, the property will undergo extensive renovations while remaining open, with plans to reopen under the Hyatt Regency brand in 2026. The five-star […]

  In a bid to increase the volume and value of trade between Uganda and thr DRC, Uganda Embassy in Kinshasa partnering with public and private sector stakeholders both in Uganda and DRC are holding a Business Connect Forum and Expo in the city of Butembo, eastern DRC. Under the theme “Strengthening Business Linkages for Socio-economic transformation,” the Business Forum aims to connect businesses in both countries for mutually beneficial growth […]

  The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, has extended heartfelt congratulations to 18-year-old Seychellois boxer, Jade Micock, following his remarkable gold medal victory in the 80kg category at the Rostov-on-Don Youth Boxing Championship being held in Russia. President Ramkalawan commended Jade for his outstanding performance and unwavering determination, noting that his triumph has brought immense pride and joy to the entire nation. “Jade’s exceptional achievement at […]

  Tanzanian authorities have intensified their repression of dissent against the opposition, journalists, civil society and human rights defenders in a deliberate strategy to instil fear, suppress civic engagement and entrench power, Amnesty International said today in a briefing released ahead of the country’s general elections on 29 October. The general election is expected to be dominated by the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) Party, with the two main opposition presidential candidates […]