Namibia ECN intensifies voter education ahead of November elections ECN Chief Electoral and Referenda Officer Peter Shaama (Photo by: ECN) The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has intensified its voter education campaign ahead of the 26 November regional and local authority elections, aiming to increase voter turnout and strengthen participation in the democratic process. ECN Chief Electoral and Referenda Officer Peter Shaama said Namibia continues to uphold a strong democratic record, but voter participation in local and regional elections […] today13 November, 2025
APO International Afreximbank calls for Africa’s Sustainable Development and Industrialisation, Just Energy Transition at United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) At the ongoing 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belem, Brazil, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) is strategically advocating for a climate agenda that aligns with Africa’s sustainable development and industrialisation ambitions as outlined by its President, Dr. George Elombi. The Bank’s delegation is advocating for a pan-African climate narrative that builds on the outcomes of the African Climate Summits and previous COPs. Afreximbank’s engagements are anchored […] today13 November, 2025
insert_link World Israeli settlers attack Palestinian communities in latest West Bank violence Two Palestinian communities in the occupied West Bank were attacked by young Israeli settlers in the latest episode of violence in the region, according to local reports. Witnesses said groups of settlers entered the communities overnight, damaging property and confronting residents before Israeli security forces intervened. No casualties have been confirmed so far, but several homes and vehicles were reportedly vandalised. The attacks come amid rising tensions in the West […] today13 November, 2025
insert_link Africa AU criticizes U.S. decision to boycott G20 summit in South Africa African Union Commission chairperson Mahamoud Ali Youssouf has described the United States’ decision to boycott the upcoming G20 leaders’ summit in South Africa as “unfortunate.” The boycott follows comments by U.S. President Donald Trump, who said South Africa should not be part of the G20, citing alleged human rights abuses against the white Afrikaner community. The South African government has rejected those claims as baseless and politically motivated. Youssouf said […] today13 November, 2025
APO International Multilateral Development Banks Unite at 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to Accelerate Climate-Smart Development New report showcases best practices for delivering resilience and innovative approaches to scale up adaptation results MDBs publish metrics and methodologies to unlock financing for nature and biodiversity Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) reaffirm, on Monday at COP30, their commitment (https://apo-opa.co/49N1Fn1) to respond to their clients' priorities to improve livelihoods and create jobs for the resilience of communities and businesses in the face of intensified climate shocks and ecosystem degradation. […] today13 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia tables Petroleum Amendment Bill to strengthen oversight of oil and gas sector Interim Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Frans Kapofi, has tabled the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Amendment Bill of 2025 in Parliament, seeking to modernise the country’s petroleum laws and tighten oversight of its growing oil and gas industry. The bill proposes the creation of an Upstream Petroleum Unit under the Office of the President to oversee exploration and production activities. According to Kapofi, the proposed reforms aim to support […] today13 November, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics EU, Port of Rotterdam support Namport in Lüderitz port expansion plan The European Union and the Port of Rotterdam have signed a N$13 million partnership with Namport to support the planned expansion of the Lüderitz Port in southern Namibia. The agreement, signed during the EU’s Africa regional workshop on Green Shipping Corridors, forms part of the EU–Namibia Strategic Partnership on Sustainable Raw Materials and Renewable Hydrogen. The project will focus on environmental and technical studies for the proposed expansion at Angra […] today13 November, 2025
APO International MSGBC 2025 Panel to Explore How Green Hydrogen Can Power West Africa’s Energy Transition This year’s MSGBC Oil, Gas&Power 2025 (www.MSGBCOilGasAndPower.com), taking place December 8-10 in Dakar, Senegal, will feature a dedicated session on Green Hydrogen: Advancing Africa’s Advantage and the Rise of Regional Production Alliances. The panel will explore green hydrogen production in the MSGBC basin, emerging regional partnerships and the potential for large-scale industrialization and export. The session will bring together leading figures in the sector, including Taghiya Abeidarrahmane, Director of […] today13 November, 2025
APO International The Africa24 Group offers you: The Francophone African Music Industry Exhibition (SIMA2025) From November 13 to 14, 2025, the AFRICA24 Group (https://Africa24TV.com) will offer exceptional coverage of the second edition of the Francophone African Music Industry Exhibition, held under the theme: Promoting and financing Francophone African music: from potential to proof. This edition of SIMA2025 is an event open to music lovers and the general public, celebrating music as a living and shared heritage. An event that brings together artists, producers, […] today13 November, 2025