insert_link APO InternationalGhana’s Minister of Lands and Natural Resources to Speak at Mining in Motion Conference The Mining in Motion 2025 Summit is pleased to announce the participation of Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Ghana as a keynote speaker. Held under the theme Sustainable Mining&Local Growth – Leveraging Resources for Global Impact, the summit brings together Ghana’s policymakers, gold mining stakeholders and international investors to explore strategies for unlocking Ghana’s full mining potential. Minister Buah’s participation will be instrumental in highlighting […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalSouth Africa Approves Renewable Energy Masterplan, Targeting Enhanced Energy Security The South African Cabinet has approved the South African Renewable Energy Masterplan (SAREM) for implementation, targeting energy security and broader industrial growth. The plan seeks to address challenges associated with local capacity, infrastructure and investment by providing a roadmap for developing renewable energy and battery storage technologies. For investors, the plan identifies a clear pathway to advancing power projects as South African electricity demand is expected to rise two-fold by […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalMorocco’s Foreign Minister Holds Talks in Washington with United States (U.S.) National Security Advisor Mike Waltz Morocco's Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Mr. Nasser Bourita, held talks on Tuesday in Washington with Mike Waltz, National Security Advisor of the President of the United States, Mr. Donald Trump. Talks particularly focused on the multidimensional strategic partnership between Morocco and the U.S., as well as on regional issues of common interest. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalUganda: Air quality regulations to be enforced The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) working with the Ministry of Works and Transport will soon roll out the air quality regulations which were enacted in 2024. According to the NEMA Executive Director, Dr. Akankwasah Barirega, a two-year grace period will be given to allow for phasing-out of engine types that are below the Euro 4 standard, a European emissions standard for vehicles. “You may realise that a one-stroke engine […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalNamibia Strengthens Uranium Market with Exploration and Production (E&P) Expansion Namibia is expanding its uranium industry through a combination of established operations and new Exploration and Production (E&P) initiatives. With an average production of 5,613 metric tons in recent years, Namibia has solidified its position as the world’s third-largest uranium producer. As global interest in uranium increases to meet growing demand for nuclear electricity, the country is intensifying cooperation with international E&P companies to unlock the full potential of its uranium […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalMessage of Condolence on the Passing of His Excellency (H.E.) Amara Essy of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has learned with deep sorrow of the passing of H.E. Amara Essy of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire. On behalf of the African Union Commission and the entire African Union family, the Chairperson conveys his heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, as well as to the family and loved ones of the […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalSouth Sudan: Children with cholera die on three-hour walk for treatment after aid cuts shut local health clinics At least five children with cholera in South Sudan have died on an arduous journey to seek medical treatment, after aid cuts forced their local health services to close in the middle of a major outbreak of the deadly disease, Save the Children said. The children from a remote part of Akobo County in the country’s east, along with three adults, died on the three-hour walk from their village to […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalGermany Sets Sights on Africa’s Energy Future with Major Investment Pledge Germany is eyeing expanded investments in Africa's energy sector, having pledged €4 billion for green energy projects by 2030 and advancing hydrogen and gas partnerships through the European Union’s (EU) Global Gateway initiative. These investments aim to enhance conditions for private sector involvement and infrastructure development, underscoring Germany’s commitment to sustainable development and economic growth across the continent. In South Africa, Germany committed R5.2 billion last December to support the […] today9 April, 2025
insert_link APO InternationalRapid influx of Congolese refugees strains Uganda’s threadbare resources Uganda, Africa’s largest refugee host, is witnessing a sharp increase in the number of Congolese refugees crossing its western border due to increased insecurity in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Amid ongoing funding cuts, this significant surge in refugee arrivals risks overwhelming the country’s capacity as it also responds to the needs of over 70,000 Sudanese refugees who have arrived fleeing the two-year-long war […] today9 April, 2025