insert_link Africa Namibia secures sponsorship for COP28 pavilion in Dubai Namibia has secured its pavilion at the upcoming COP28 in Dubai, thanks to a generous sponsorship of N$ 1.85 million. The funding, according to Environmental Commissioner, Timoteus Mufeti is expected to bolster Namibia's presence at the conference, allowing the country to showcase initiatives and contributions, particularly in the areas of climate change and environmental sustainability. todayNovember 20, 2023 21
insert_link Entertainment R&B singer accuses Hip-Hop Star of abuse in lawsuit Hip-hop star Sean Combs- also known as Diddy or Puff Daddy has been accused of rape and sexual abuse. R&B singer Cassie filed the lawsuit against the music mogul claiming she was beaten and abused during a relationship that lasted for years. William Denselow reports from New York. todayNovember 20, 2023 19
insert_link World Trapped Indian tunnel workers face prolonged rescue Forty workers have been trapped in a collapsed tunnel in India for more than a week now. Rescue operations have hit one snag after another and now officials say it could still be another 4 to 5 days before the trapped workers can be safely rescued. todayNovember 20, 2023 13
insert_link Africa Ex-DR Congo PM backs Katumbi amid election tensions The former Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Augustin Matata Ponyo, has withdrawn from next month's presidential election. He said he would now be backing Moïse Katumbi, a millionaire businessman and former governor of the Katanga region. According to the BBC, the run-up to the 20 December vote has been tense with human rights groups accusing the authorities of cracking down on dissent and freedom of expression - […] todayNovember 20, 2023 4
insert_link Africa Namibia strengthens Anti-corruption framework The Anti-Corruption Commission, with assistance from the Technical Assistance and Information Exchange, is conducting a four-day mission to enhance the capacity of officials and stakeholders as Namibia works on establishing a framework for corruption risk management. Josefina Nghituwamata from the ACC says that a team of five experts from Germany, Slovenia, Lithuania, and Romania will lead the session in Windhoek from 20 to 23 November 2023. todayNovember 20, 2023 20
insert_link World United Nations staff killed in northern Gaza In northern Gaza, nearly 200 people were killed and injured following attacks this weekend on the UN-run Al-Fakoura school. According to Adnan Abu Hasna, a spokesperson for the UN agency for Palestine refugees, UN employees have also lost their lives in these incidents. todayNovember 20, 2023 15
insert_link Africa African leaders in Berlin for economic cooperation talks African heads of state and prime ministers are convening in Berlin for a two-day conference to discuss enhanced economic cooperation with Europe. According to the German Press Agency, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz is expected to engage in bilateral talks with leaders. The 'Compact with Africa' conference focuses on bolstering private investment in Africa and collaborating on sustainable energy projects. todayNovember 20, 2023 5
insert_link World North Korea criticizes US arms sale to Japan, S Korea North Korea is denouncing the United States for approving the sale of weaponry to Japan and South Korea. Seoul is planing to buy sidewinder missiles and Tokyo about 400 tomahawk missiles as the countries look to boost military assertiveness. Chris Gilbert reports from Tokyo. todayNovember 20, 2023 5
insert_link World Hong Kong investigates alleged dog meat illegal sales Hong Kong is investigating alleged sales of dog meat in the city, after a Facebook page apparently offered the banned meat. Here's Andrew Wood in Hong Kong. todayNovember 20, 2023 3
