insert_link NamibiaPresident says genocide reparations deal near conclusion By: Staff Reporter President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah said the government and Germany are getting closer to concluding long-standing negotiations on genocide, apology and reparations relating to the 1904-08 Ovaherero and Nama genocide. Nandi-Ndaitwah made the remarks on Wednesday at Parliament during the State of Nation Address. “We are now within reach of concluding these negotiations, possibly before the end of the year. We count on our collective political will to close […] today8 April, 2026
insert_link NamibiaGovernment builds 409 classrooms to ease overcrowding By: Staff Reporter The government has constructed a total of 409 new classrooms across the country in a bid to ease overcrowding and improve access to education. This was said by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah on Wednesday during State of the Nation Address (Sona) in Parliament. “The aim is to improve access to education and the living conditions of learners,” she said. Nandi-Ndaitwah said this includes 237 primary and 172 pre-primary […] today8 April, 2026
insert_link NamibiaNamibia records N$2 billion in agricultural exports By: Staff Reporter President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has stated that the country recorded N$2 billion in agricultural exports during the latest review period. She made the remarks during the State of the Nation Address (Sona) in Parliament. “Namibia exported agricultural products worth 2 billion Namibia dollar, totaling about 90 000 metric tons.” She said of the total exports, table grapes accounted for the largest share at 62 percent followed by tomatoes […] today8 April, 2026
insert_link NamibiaNamibia invests big in youth says President By: Maria Namupala President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced that the government has bigger plans to ensure that young people across the country are empowered, using different programs. Speaking during the State of the Nation Address (Sona) in Parliament on Wednesday, Nandi-Ndaitwah said the government remains dedicated to providing equitable access to quality skills training for all young people. She highlighted that a total of 504 youths were empowered through sustainable […] today8 April, 2026
APO InternationalSeychelles and Japan explore expanded cooperation and future partnerships The Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Mr. Barry Faure received the Special Advisor to the Prime Minister of Japan, Mr. OUE Sadamasa at Maison Queau de Quinssy on Tuesday 7 April 2026. During their meeting, Minister Faure expressed the government’s satisfaction with the progress being made on the construction of the Marine Police Headquarters, located in Perseverance and thanked the Japanese Government for their assistance with a […] today8 April, 2026
APO InternationalEgypt: President El-Sisi Meets Ministers of Electricity, Petroleum Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Moustafa Madbouly, Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Engineer Mahmoud Esmat and Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Engineer Karim Badawi. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said the meeting reviewed the progress of new and renewable energy projects, the targeted capacities to be added from wind and solar energy and battery storage systems to the […] today8 April, 2026
APO InternationalEswatini opens to investors for first-of-its-kind roadshow For the first time, Eswatini’s most investment-ready enterprises pitched directly to international impact investors, and the results exceeded expectations on both sides. For three days in March 2026, Eswatini became a live pitch room. Five investment-ready enterprises – Luna Hair&Body, Eswatini Foods, Beef Boys, Ngwenya Glass, and Black Mamba – hosted site visits from regional and international impact investors. They opened their books, their facilities, and their ambitions to capital […] today8 April, 2026
APO InternationalAfrican Energy Chamber (AEC) Intervenes in Landmark Climate Case to Defend Africa’s Energy Future The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) has formally submitted its application to be admitted as amicus curiae in a landmark advisory proceeding before the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights, marking a strategic step to ensure Africa’s energy priorities are represented in a case with far-reaching implications for the continent. The case, initiated by the Pan African Lawyers Union, seeks to clarify the legal obligations of African states […] today8 April, 2026
APO InternationalAfrica’s top-ranked Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Training Partner launches 15th cohort of globally recognized sustainability reporting certification Impact Africa Consulting Limited (IACL) (www.ImpactingAfrica.com), Africa’s top-ranked certified GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) training partner has announced the launch of its 15th cohort of the GRI Certification Training program. This intensive three-week virtual course is set to begin on 11th May 2026 and is open to professionals across Africa and the global diaspora seeking internationally recognized credentials in sustainability reporting. Speaking during the announcement, the Lead Trainer and Global Sustainability […] today8 April, 2026
