insert_link APO International Human Rights Day (December 10): Rugby as a Driving Force of Positive Changes in Africa (By Herbert Mensah) By President of Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com), Herbert Mensah. Sunday December 10 marks Human Rights Day. As the President of Rugby Africa, the continental governing body of rugby in Africa, I believe it is crucial for us to reflect on whether we, as a collective, cultivated environments that promote the fundamental rights for future generations regardless of gender, religion, race or any other factor. According to the United Nations, Africa is […] todayDecember 8, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Rugby: Cape Town is the second round of HSBC SVNS 2024, featuring the top 12 men’s and 12 women’s teams in the world The stage is set for HSBC SVNS Cape Town on 9-10 December at DHL Stadium as the world’s best 12 men’s and women’s rugby sevens teams are ready to showcase their incredible talents on the pitch. Meanwhile a huge entertainment line-up, including live music, mass- participation sports activities and food from around the globe will create a vibrant festival experience for fans to enjoy off the pitch as the reinvigorated […] todayDecember 8, 2023 5
insert_link APO International Tony Elumelu Convenes Global Leaders and Calls for Immediate Climate Action for Africa at Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai Tony Elumelu Foundation (https://www.TonyElumeluFoundation.org) Hosts US Administration, WTO, UNDP, IFC, UNICEF, Rockefeller Foundation Leaders; Champions equitable partnerships to catalyse a new generation of green entrepreneurs; Announces partnership to fund young African entrepreneurs in Green sector with Ikea Foundation, Dutch Government, and UNICEF Generation Unlimited; Secures commitments to support Africa’s youth to drive climate resilience from World Trade Organisation, World Bank, UNDP, Government of Sweden, IFC, US State Department, and others. At […] todayDecember 8, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Fixed-wireless access 5G is key to bridging digital divide in Sub-Saharan Africa (By Rami Osman) By Rami Osman (https://apo-opa.co/3RuQqpU), Director for Business Development, MediaTek Middle East and Africa (https://www.MediaTek.com). Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) 5G is emerging as the technology of choice for closing the remaining digital divide in Africa and bringing the educational, entertainment, business and lifestyle benefits of fast broadband to a much wider population in Africa. This will lead to a 5G boom for the African telecoms sector over the next five years, […] todayDecember 8, 2023 2
insert_link APO International LEAP Africa and Dow Unite Over 10,000 Volunteers in 28 African Countries Towards Achieving Sustainable Development Goals In commemoration of International Youth Day 2023, LEAP Africa (www.LeapAfrica.org), one of Africa’s leading non-profit organizations focused on youth leadership development; Dow, a global leader in materials science; and other strategic partners within the youth ecosystem announced the successful conclusion of the 2023 Youth Day of Service (YDoS) campaign, reaching 28 African countries and over 10,000 volunteers across different communities on the continent. The month-long campaign, which kicked off on […] todayDecember 8, 2023 6
insert_link APO International Southern Africa’s Frontier Energy Developments to be Unpacked at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 Frontier developments in the southern African region will be on display at the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 forum in Paris, connecting European investors with Africa’s leading projects. The region is home to several new and emerging energy markets — namely, Mozambique, South Africa and Namibia – which offer first-mover advantages and access to transformative projects. These developments will be unpacked in further detail – and interested parties […] todayDecember 8, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Empowering Communities: Health Promoters in Chitungwiza Undertake Comprehensive Training to Combat Cholera Sheba Usanda, a dedicated community health promoter (CHP) at Zengeza Clinic since 2010, recently participated in vital training sessions on cholera prevention and control. The training served as a reminder that cholera, despite being controlled to some extent, continues to pose a significant threat, especially in hotspot areas like Chitungwiza. Armed with renewed knowledge and strategies, Sheba is poised to share this vital information with her community, which is in […] todayDecember 7, 2023 1
insert_link APO International World Health Organization (WHO) and Government of Ireland collaborate to strengthen health system resilience in Tanzania The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Government of Ireland have signed an agreement to pilot a new project that will improve ongoing efforts to strengthen health system resilience to effectively respond to emergencies in Tanzania. The new project titled - Strengthening Health Systems Resilience for Enhanced Health Emergency Response at the Sub-national Level United Republic of Tanzania supported by the Government of Ireland is worth 200 000 Euros and […] todayDecember 7, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Conference of the Parties (COP28): Heads of Multilateral Development Banks explore closing nature and water financing gap Heads of multilateral development banks attending the 2023 global climate change conference, COP28, on Tuesday committed to scale resource mobilisation to close the nature and water sector financing gap. At a high-level panel moderated by Lord Zac Goldsmith, former UK Minister for Climate and Environment, the banks shared views on what can be done differently to ensure that the world delivers on water, nature&climate agendas. Speakers included representatives from the […] todayDecember 7, 2023 1