insert_link APO International VIPASO, the next generation of mobile payments, supporting online and offline transactions joins the Temenos Exchange VIPASO (https://VIPASO.io) announced that is available on Temenos Exchange (https://apo-opa.co/3GBHE2V), the partner ecosystem of integrated fintech solutions. VIPASO stands for a comprehensive solution based on in- depth payment knowledge combined with outstanding technical features to ensure a competitive, yet user friendly product consisting of two different apps – one for the consumer, one for the merchant. It’s prepared to be utilized in various cases, geographies and environments. In cooperation with Temenos […] todayDecember 6, 2023 3
insert_link APO International The Buildings Breakthrough: Global push for near-zero emission and resilient buildings by 2030 unveiled at COP28 The Governments of France and Morocco, together with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), launched the Buildings Breakthrough today at COP28, which will see countries joining forces to accelerate the transformation of the sector – which accounts for 21 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions – with a view to making near-zero emissions and climate resilient buildings the new normal by 2030. Twenty-seven countries have so far pledged their commitment to the […] todayDecember 6, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Norwegian Refugee Council launches a new fund to make humanitarian operations more sustainable The Norwegian Refugee Council launches a new fund to enhance the sustainability of humanitarian operations, with the initial focus of financing the replacement of diesel generators with solar technology. The fund will mix grants and loans from private investors and institutional donors, along with resources from NRC’s own reserves. NRC’s solarisation programme will be the fund’s first focus area, providing loans to country offices to finance the replacement of diesel […] todayDecember 6, 2023 2
insert_link APO International Africa Finance Corporation, African Development Bank Sign $350 million long-term Line of Credit for infrastructure Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) and the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) have signed a $350 million long-term line of credit to support urgently needed financing for infrastructure projects to underpin sustainable development and economic growth across Africa. The agreement was signed Monday December 4, on the sidelines of the ongoing COP 28 Summit. The collaboration is a significant milestone in a long-standing relationship, between the two institutions. The financing agreement will […] todayDecember 6, 2023 2
insert_link APO International The Artificial Intelligence (AI) hit list: Six menacing threats you need to know By the end of this year already, the market for artificial intelligence (AI) in South Africa is projected to reach (https://apo-opa.co/481NZ3n) a size of $2.4 billion, showing an annual growth rate of 21% between now and 2030. Locally, the technology has the potential to mitigate security risks, enhance decision-making, address legacy challenges, and have a significantly positive societal impact. Despite the impressive applications and implications, Anna Collard, SVP Content Strategy&Evangelist at […] todayDecember 6, 2023 2
insert_link APO International United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), Partners raise Awareness about Electoral Preparations and Peace Implementation As South Sudan begins gearing up for its first post-independence elections in December 2024, it’s now more vital than ever before for all citizens to be fully aware of the current political landscape as well as the status of outstanding benchmarks contained within the Revitalized Peace Agreement of 2018. In Western Equatoria state, therefore, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) partnered with Wakeup South Sudan, to raise awareness […] todayDecember 6, 2023 2
insert_link APO International His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan highlights United Arab Emirates commitments to Africa at Conference of the Parties (COP28) His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, participated in the ‘Africa Investment Earthshot Leaders’ Summit’ at the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), which is currently being held at Expo City Dubai. During a keynote speech, His Excellency highlighted the most prominent pledges and commitments announced by the UAE which will be implemented in Africa during COP28. Most […] todayDecember 6, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Boeing appoints Henok Teferra Shawl as Managing Director for Africa Boeing (NYSE: BA) (www.Boeing.com) has appointed Henok Teferra Shawl as the new managing director for Boeing Africa to strengthen the company's operations and relationships across the African continent. Based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Henok Teferra Shawl reports to Kuljit Ghata-Aura, president of Boeing Middle East, Türkiye, Africa, and Central Asia (METACA). In his new role, Teferra will be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where Boeing plans to open an office […] todayDecember 6, 2023 1
insert_link APO International When Fiat Topolino meets Topolino, magic happens A FIAT (https://www.FIAT.com) tribute to the 100th Disney anniversary: five unique Fiat Topolino, four designed by FIAT Centro Stile inspired by Disney Creatives and one with the participation of the Disney artist Giorgio Cavazzano; A longstanding relationship dating back to the 1930s: Topolino is the Italian name of Mickey Mouse, and the nickname people gave to the iconic first Fiat 500. Today is the name of the new electric quadricycle. The […] todayDecember 6, 2023 2