insert_link Namibia FirstRand Namibia says ATM upgrades needed to process new notes FirstRand Namibia has announced that its FNB ATMs are currently unable to accept the Bank of Namibia’s newly issued banknotes for deposits. According to the bank, the machines can still dispense cash as usual. Still, technical upgrades are needed to enable them to recognise and process the new notes when customers make deposits. Group communications manager at FNB Namibia Kirsty Watermeyer: The Bank of Namibia recently introduced redesigned banknotes featuring […] today6 October, 2025
APO International Landmark ruling finally brings justice for survivors of wartime sexual violence in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Women’s rights advocates have welcomed a landmark decision by the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights holding the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) accountable for widespread sexual violence committed by its military forces. The ruling is in response to Communication 686/18 (http://apo-opa.co/46ULvoC), a case seeking justice following atrocities committed by Congolese military personnel (http://apo-opa.co/4mJhfTv) on 1 January 2011 in Fizi Territory, South Kivu. That day, over 50 women […] today6 October, 2025
APO International INVESTMENT FORUM – Senegal is betting on Forum Invest in Senegal 2025 (Fii 2025) to accelerate the inflow of foreign capital As the landscape of foreign direct investment (FDI) flows into Africa is being reshaped, Senegal aims to capture a growing share of this capital through the Forum Invest in Senegal 2025 (Fii Senegal 2025) (http://apo-opa.co/3KzxBkp), which opens on Tuesday in Diamniadio. “Senegal is positioning itself as a crossroads between Africa and the rest of the world, a gateway for attracting capital, technology, and expertise,” explains Bakary Séga Bathily, Director […] today6 October, 2025
APO International The African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) Condemns Terrorist Attack on Prison facility in Mogadishu The African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) strongly condemns Al-Shabaab’s terrorist attack on the National Intelligence and Security Agency-controlled prison facility in Mogadishu on Saturday. “The cowardly attack on the NISA-controlled facility is another proof of Al Shabaab’s single aim of disrupting peace and stability in the capital, Mogadishu, and its environs to deny residents the much-needed peace, security and stability,” said the Special Representative of […] today5 October, 2025
APO International Eritrea: Sports Competitions of Defense Forces Conclude The 16th sports competitions of the Eritrean Defense Forces, which had been underway since 1 September in Keren, concluded on 4 October. The competitions included seven types of sports such as football, basketball, volleyball, and athletics, featuring both male and female participants. Benifer Club emerged as the overall winner of the competition. Outstanding players and exemplary coaches were awarded by various dignitaries. The closing ceremony was attended by Ms. […] today5 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Man found dead in Havana, Windhoek By: Josia Shigwedha Police in Windhoek are investigating a suspected murder after the body of a 32-year-old man was found in a pool of blood in Karasburg Street, Havana, early Sunday morning. According to the police, the incident occurred around 06:30 on Sunday, 4 October 2025. A passerby discovered the body and alerted authorities. The victim, identified as Matheus Stefanis, a 32 Namibian male, sustained deep cut wounds to his […] today5 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Government-owned Zebra found dead in suspected snare trap By: Josia Shigwedha Police in the Coblenz area are investigating a suspected poaching incident after a government-owned zebra was found dead in a snare at Rimpan in the early hours of Saturday, 4 October 2025. According to the police, the incident occurred around midnight when the complainant, a custodian responsible for about 50 zebras belonging to the government, discovered the decomposed carcass of a female zebra while patrolling the camp. […] today5 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Three arrested for Illegal possession of Welwitschia mirabilis at Oshikango By: Josia Shigwedha Three men, one Angolan and two Namibians, were arrested on Friday, at Charles Bar in Oshikango, Helao Nafidi, after they were allegedly found in possession of three bags of the protected Welwitschia mirabilis plant species. According to the crime report, the arrests followed an intelligence-led operation that uncovered the suspects offering the plants for illegal sale without a valid permit. The suspects, aged 35, 36, and 40, […] today5 October, 2025
APO International President El-Sisi Meets Commanders of the Armed Forces at El Kayan, New Administrative Capital (NAC) Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, chaired a meeting of the Supreme Council of the Armed Forces at the Egyptian Military Entity (El Kayan) in the New Administrative Capital, as part of celebrations in the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Armed Forces marking the 52nd anniversary of the glorious October 6th victories. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, […] today5 October, 2025