insert_link Business / Economics Amazon unveils new chips as Microsoft rivalry heats up Amazon's cloud computing arm has unveiled new chips designed to help customers train artificial intelligence models. It follows a similar announcement from Microsoft earlier this month as the race to develop custom silicon chips heats up. Ira Spitzer reports. todayNovember 29, 2023
insert_link Business / Economics In reversal, Mexico calls for moratorium on international deep-sea mining By Elizabeth Claire Alberts via Mongabay Creature of the deep sea. Image by NOAA. On Nov. 21, Mexico became the latest nation to call for a moratorium on deep-sea mining in international waters. Before this announcement, some Mexican delegates to the International Seabed Authority, the UN-associated body tasked with regulating the activity, had expressed support for fast-tracking mining rules that would enable mining to start. This announcement came two weeks […] todayNovember 29, 2023 1
insert_link Business / Economics South Africa’s Mine Union calls for more shaft inspections to avoid accidents The South African National Union of Mineworkers’ Health and Safety secretary, Masibulele Naki, has underscored the urgent need for mines to clarify and prioritise shaft inspection procedures to prevent accidents. This follows an incident at Impala Platinum in Rustenburg, North West, in which 11 mineworkers were killed and 75 seriously injured. Reports indicate that a lift fell down a one-kilometer shaft for about 200-meters as miners were being brought to […] todayNovember 29, 2023
insert_link Business / Economics Saudi Arabia to be host of 2030 World Expo Saudi Arabia has been announced as the host of the 2030 World Expo. Riyadh beat off competition from the Italian capital Rome and the South Korean city of Busan to secure the right to host the international fair. Ross Cullen reports. todayNovember 29, 2023
insert_link Business / Economics Custos Energy has started drilling their Mopane 2X exploration well Together with its majority partner Galp Energia of Portugal and Namcor, Knowledge Katti’s Custos Energy (Pty) Ltd, has started drilling their Mopane 2X exploration well. It is located in the heart of Namibia’s Orange Basin. Paulo Coelho: NamCor's Manager Of Marketing, Communications and Public Relations. todayNovember 29, 2023
insert_link Business / Economics Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia launches 5G consumer awareness campaign The 5G consumer awareness campaign has been launched by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia with the aim of educating the public about the implementation of 5G technology. In addition to highlighting opportunities for industry, and addressing myths and misinformation. CRAN's Chief Executive Officer Emilia Nghikembua. todayNovember 29, 2023
insert_link Business / Economics Flight powered by ‘greener fuel’ on way to New York A flight running on so-called 'greener fuel' is on its way from London to New York. It's the first transatlantic, commercial airliner powered entirely by sustainable aviation fuel, or SAF. But critics have called the Virgin Atlantic flight a 'gimmick', while others warn of the high costs associated with these fuels. Sally Patterson has more. todayNovember 29, 2023
insert_link Business / Economics Rani donates to northern police force The Namibian Police Force northern regional commanders for Oshana, Ohangwena, Oshikoto and Omusati have committed to remain boots on the ground this festive season in order to curb criminal activities. The four made their pledge during a donation of soft drinks worth N$40 000 by the Rani Company at Ongwediva’s Oshiko roadblock on Tuesday. Each region will receive soft drinks valued at N$10 000 to be placed at their respective […] todayNovember 29, 2023
insert_link Africa Zimbabwe emerges as global leader in blueberry exports In a noteworthy development, Zimbabwe is making strides in reclaiming its status as Africa's breadbasket, with a recent report by East Fruit Analyst highlighting a remarkable increase in blueberry exports. Contrary to prevailing challenges, this positive trend shows a potential economic turnaround for the country. According to the East Fruit Analyst report, Zimbabwe has outpaced global competitors in blueberry exports, experiencing an impressive 63% annual growth over the past five […] todayNovember 28, 2023 3
