Conflict in Sudan: More people forced to flee to Chad as fighting intensifies across Darfur

Following increased fighting in El Geneina in Sudan’s West Darfur, Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) teams operating across the border in eastern Chad have seen an immediate and major increase in the number of arriving in the region. 36 wounded people were received by MSF teams over the past weekend alone. Refugees coming from Sudan are mainly women and children, and recount stories of large-scale violence against […]

November 8, 2023 4

APO International

Enhanced relations with Czech to attract Investment in Kenya

President William Ruto has said Kenya is committed to strengthening its ties with the Czech Republic through enhanced trade and investment. Speaking during a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala, President Ruto welcomed Czechia firms to invest in Kenya. He cited pharmaceuticals, textile, agro-processing, hospitality and fintech as the most ideal investment opportunities for Czech investors. Other sectors, he mentioned, are green energy, ICT, health […]

November 8, 2023 5

Local

SAFETY MESSAGE AND CRIME PREVENTION TIPS FOR THE PROTECTION OF OUR CHILDREN

Protecting children from criminal activities and incidents is of paramount importance and hence protecting them MUST be a shared responsibility between the police, parents and the community. Of recent, the Namibian Police Force is inundated with worrisome and concerning reports whereby children are harmed, abused, raped, neglected and have become victims of crimes committed by those who are supposed to create safer and conducive environments for them. Children are also […]

November 6, 2023 7

Sport

Cohen maintains fistball dominance

Boosted by home turf advantage, Cohen Fistball Club (CFC 1) once again dominated their opponents during the Bank Windhoek National Tournament hosted in Windhoek over the weekend. CFC 1 won the Category A title for the sixth time in a row. Sport Klub Windhoek (SKW) 4 won the Category B National Cup. In the Under 11 youth division, SKW B became champions, followed by SKW A. In the Under 14 […]

November 6, 2023 5

APO International

Digital Afrique Telecom join forces with Clipfeed to bring esports to mobile operators in Africa

Digital Afrique Telecom (DAT) (www.DigitalAfriqueTelecom.com) partnered with Clipfeed to provide esport solutions for mobile operators in Africa. Clipfeed is a global esports entertainment company that powers esports communities through an award-winning technology. Clipfeed works with telecom operators, DTH, ISP and OEM partners to create innovative and compelling entertainment destinations for consumers. DAT is the go-to organization for everything SAAS and VAS for mobile operators in Africa. DAT provides reliable and […]

November 6, 2023 1

Local

DEADLINE FOR MANDATORY SIM CARD REGISTRATION

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) herewith reminds all stakeholders that the deadline for mandatory SIM card registration is 31 December 2023. SIM card registration is in accordance with Section 77 of the Communications Act (No. 8 of 2009). SIM card registration statistics 15 June 2023: Approximately 2,760,804 active SIM cards across all licensed networks in Namibia, of which 795,991 SIM cards were registered, signifying a 29% registration rate. […]

November 6, 2023 10

Local

The Government of Indonesia Provides N$ 5,3M of Development Grant for Namibian Maritime and Fisheries Institute

The Government of Indonesia through its Indonesia Agency for International Development (Indonesia AID) has agreed to extend a Development Grant for Namibian Maritime and Fisheries Institute (NAMFI). The grant amount approximately US$.288 thousand (equivalent N$ 5,3 million) shall be utilized to enhance capacity building for Instructors of NAMFI in the form of training of trainers International Maritime Organization (ToT IMO) Model Course 6.09. The training of trainers program for NAMFI’s […]

November 6, 2023 7

APO International

Mauritius Telecom unveils a new groundbreaking partnership with MultiChoice to bring DStv Stream to Mauritius

Mauritius Telecom, the number one telecom operator in Mauritius, and MultiChoice (https://www.MultiChoice.com/), Africa’s leading entertainment platform, are pleased to announce their partnership to bring DStv Stream to Mauritius. A signing ceremony between Mauritius Telecom, represented by its CEO Kapil Reesaul and MultiChoice Africa, represented by Jose Escobar, Head of Corporate Strategy, was held on Friday 6th October at the Telecom Tower, Port Louis, Mauritius. This partnership between Mauritius Telecom and […]

November 6, 2023 4

APO International

The Beauty of Shared Arts Premieres on CCTV-1, Telling Stories of Exchange and Mutual Learning Under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)

Amidst the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), China Media Group (CMG) and the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of China jointly produced The Beauty of Shared Arts, a grand TV program focusing on international cultural exchanges, to showcase the charm of diverse cultures and promote their exchanges. Themed around the Cultural Silk Road, this program welcomes guests from BRI members and offers a panoramic view of […]

November 6, 2023

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