insert_link APO International Orange Middle East and Africa and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) sign a strategic partnership to strengthen employability and promote the creation of micro-enterprises Orange Middle East and Africa (www.Orange.com), in partnership with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), announce the launch of the "Master Repair" project, an ambitious initiative aimed at enhancing youth employability and promoting the creation of micro-enterprises in the fields of electronic repair and sustainable technologies. This project, a result of the ongoing collaboration between Orange Digital Center and GIZ, addresses the growing challenges of employment and the circular […] todayNovember 13, 2024 2
insert_link APO International CPHI Middle East Attracts Global Hub Players as Region Advances BioTech and Pharma Capabilities Industry experts from across 100 countries will descend on Riyadh this December for launch event of most comprehensive pharma convention in the region Stage set for international collaboration, upscaling, and regional market entries, while health and environmental interplay come under the microscope Industry trailblazers from over 100 nations across Africa, Asia, the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East will gather in Riyadh this December to collaborate on advancing the […] todayNovember 13, 2024 4
insert_link APO International Ahead of Conference of the Parties (COP29), Africatalyst releases report on Unlocking Multilateral Development Banks’ Potential to Address Methane Emissions in Africa As methane emissions across Africa continue to rise and existing financing falls short of meeting international climate goals and fulfilling the Paris Agreement, the role of multilateral development banks (MDBs) is becoming increasingly important in supporting methane reduction initiatives across the continent. A new study by AfriCatalyst reveals that Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) would need to allocate just 2.4% of their assets to meet the $48 billion annual funding requirement […] todayNovember 13, 2024 3
insert_link APO International Liquid C2’s Secure360 uses an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered cyber security approach against the evolving threat landscape for African businesses Liquid C2, a business of Cassava Technologies, a leading pan-African technology group, has introduced Secure360, a comprehensive combination of cyber security services and solutions designed to address the growing complexity of cyber threats across the continent. Secure360 encompasses four key domains: Governance, Risk, and Compliance; Cyber Threat Assurance; Cyber Defence Services; and Cyber Security Solutions. Unlike traditional reactive methods, Secure360 employs proactive intelligence-driven threat mitigation strategies that prioritises prevention and […] todayNovember 13, 2024 2
insert_link APO International Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) commits EUR 40 million to Kokshetau Hospital Project in Kazakhstan which is the first healthcare-sector Public Private Partnership (PPP) in Central Asia ICD is investing EUR 40 million for the construction and operation of a 630-bed multidisciplinary hospital in the city of Kokshetau, Kazakhstan. The total financing package is Euro 365 mln which is co-financed by the EBRD, AIIB, DEG, Proparco and DBK. The Project will be developed by a Rönesans Holding subsidiary. The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) (www.ICD-ps.org) has signed a EUR 40 million […] todayNovember 13, 2024 4
insert_link APO International Republic of Congo Eyes Accelerated Oil, Gas, Sustainable Projects The Republic of Congo (RoC) is preparing to launch a Gas Master Plan and new Gas Code, all while enticing investment in crude exploration and production. Speaking during a press conference at African Energy Week 2024, Bruno Jean-Richard Itoua, the country’s Minister of Hydrocarbons, outlined how these policies will drive oil and gas projects forward, all while spearheading sustainable growth. Towards Increased Oil Production Leveraging policy and reform to attract […] todayNovember 13, 2024 2
insert_link APO International Coming soon: Firmware updates add extensive new functionalities to Canon Professional Video cameras Canon (www.Canon-CNA.com) today announces a host of new firmware updates coming soon for seven of its Cinema EOS and professional video cameras. The free-of-charge updates available for download from December 2024, have been developed based on valuable professional feedback from Canon customers and bring additional features to the EOS R5 C, EOS C70, EOS C80, EOS C300 Mark III, EOS C400, EOS C500 Mark II and XF605 cameras. Frame.io Camera […] todayNovember 13, 2024 2
insert_link APO International Invest Africa and Premier Invest Announce Strategic Partnership to Catalyse Investment in Africa Invest Africa (www.InvestAfrica.com), the leading pan-African business platform, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Premier Invest, a global investment conglomerate, aimed at driving transformative investment into Africa. This collaboration is set to identify and unlock new avenues for growth, innovation, and sustainable development across the continent through a series of targeted engagements, including The Africa Debate in London and the UAE, as well as Invest Africa’s Mining Series, […] todayNovember 13, 2024 6
insert_link APO International Eritrea: President Isaias Met with Special Envoy of United Nation (UN) on Sudan President Isaias Afwerki met today, at the Denden Guest House, UN Secretary General’s Envoy for the Sudan, Mr. Ramtane Lamamra, for extensive discussions on regional developments; and especially the conflict in the Sudan. President Isaias elucidated, in greater detail, Eritrea’s perspectives on the resolution of the conflict in the Sudan anchored on Sudanese own efforts that is not encumbered by external interferences and that is rooted on a roadmap that […] todayNovember 13, 2024 3