APO International United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) condemns deadly Nigeria school attack, demands urgent protection for students UNICEF has strongly condemned a deadly attack on a school in Kebbi State, northwest Nigeria, which left the Vice-Principal dead and resulted in the reported abduction of at least 25 students. “No child should be put at risk while pursuing an education,” UNICEF said, stressing that classrooms must remain places of safety, not fear. According to local reports, one of the abducted schoolgirls managed to escape and is now safe, while another student […] today19 November, 2025
APO International Absence of a G20 Member Country at a G20 Summit is Not New, says International Relations Committee Chair In noting the absence of certain member states at the G20 Summit currently under way in Johannesburg, the Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Supra Mahumapelo, said it is not the first time that some of the G20 member states are absent for various reasons. Of key importance is that the summit continues, despite any absences, and continues to engage on the items on […] today19 November, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Health Ministry assures public it has enough HIV test kit supplies KHB-HIV Colloidal Gold test kit (Photo by: Shanghai Kehua Bio-Engineering Co., Ltd.) The Ministry of Health and Social Services has moved to reassure the public that the country has sufficient HIV test kits in stock, following concerns raised on social media about possible shortages. According to the ministry, the country currently has between two and three months of Colloidal Gold screening kits available, while a larger 11-month supply order is […] today19 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Miss Universe Namibia 2025 National Costume Unveiled By: Selma Taapopi The Miss Namibia Organisation has revealed the first images of the Miss Universe Namibia 2025, Johanna Swartbooi, national costume. Swartbooi will showcase the costume on Wednesday during the 74th Miss Universe Pageant - National Costume Showcase at 08H00 CAT. In a statement shared on social media platforms, the organisation said the national costume proudly reflects Namibia’s rich cultural diversity and breathtaking natural landscapes, presenting a visual story […] today19 November, 2025
insert_link World Cambridge Dictionary names ‘parasocial’ as 2025 Word of the Year Photo credit: Cambridge University Press & Assessment Cambridge Dictionary has selected “parasocial” as its Word of the Year for 2025, highlighting growing global concern over one-sided emotional attachments formed with celebrities, influencers, and increasingly, artificial intelligence. The term describes a relationship in which a person feels a personal bond with someone they have never met, whether a public figure, fictional character, or AI system. Cambridge defines it as a connection […] today19 November, 2025
APO International The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) aims to integrate its human security index into its peace and security architecture The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially launched a technical workshop on the integration of its Human Security Index (HSI) into the ECOWAS Peace and Security Architecture (APSA). The workshop opened on Monday, 17 November 2025, in Lagos, Nigeria. The Acting Director of Early Warning at the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Onyinye Onwuka, presented the HSI as a robust and multidimensional tool for assessing and monitoring human […] today19 November, 2025
APO International The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) publishes regional economic outlook for 2024: infrastructure, a key driver of economic integration The ECOWAS Commission presents the Regional Economic Outlook (REO) 2024, a strategic report that highlights the crucial role of transport and communication infrastructure in economic integration and the achievement of Vision 2050. This document analyses key economic indicators, recent trends and projections for 2024 and 2025, while identifying persistent challenges and opportunities to be seized to strengthen growth in Member States. The global and regional outlooks point to global […] today19 November, 2025
APO International Kenya: Authorities weaponized social media and digital tools to suppress Gen Z protests Kenyan authorities systematically deployed technology-facilitated violence as part of a coordinated and sustained campaign to suppress Generation Z-led protests between June 2024 and July 2025 against corruption and the introduction of new tax legislation, a new Amnesty International report shows. The report, “This fear, everyone is feeling it”: Tech-facilitated violence against young activists in Kenya, shows how government and allied groups are increasingly weaponizing digital platforms to stifle protests as […] today19 November, 2025
APO International Egypt: Her Excellency (H.E.) Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation Holds Extensive Talks with Her German Counterpart During the Joint Governmental Negotiations in Berlin H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat: The success of the Egyptian–German negotiations reflects the strength of economic relations between both countries. The Egypt–EU Strategic Partnership provides a broad framework for deeper cooperation with European nations. Egypt is discussing with Germany the expansion of the Debt Swap Program for Development and Climate Action. Germany is a key partner in supporting Egypt’s green transition in the energy sector. Development cooperation has opened major […] today19 November, 2025
