Nigeria’s planned protests: What we know

Nigeria’s planned protests: What we know

By Laurie Churchman with Aminu Abubakar in Kano Politicians and the army have warned people against taking to the streets, but organisers say government failings have left them little choice. Both sides have made comparisons with recent protests in Kenya that forced the government to withdraw new taxes, but it is not clear what shape the rallies could take in Nigeria. With demonstrations set to start on […]

July 29, 2024 17

Business / Economics

World Bank approves $138.5 million energy loan for NamPower

Namibia has embarked on its first World Bank-financed energy project, a $138.5 million initiative to strengthen the reliability of its transmission network and integrate more renewable energy into the electricity system. The project will be implemented by NamPower, the national electricity utility, and represents a big step toward a greener and more sustainable future. "Namibia is uniquely positioned as a regional leader in the transition towards a greener future. The […]

July 24, 2024 26

Oshiwambo

Osheendo sho World osha manitha etalelepo lyasho mo Namibia omwedhi nguka

Osheendo sho World Bank osha manitha etalelepo mo Namibia okuza mu 7-13 July, oku nongonona epondolo lyomayambulepo, noku endulula eyambidhidho. Osheendo oshiikundu omulandu eendithi guukumwe uupe nepangelo,noku zimina omukuli goodola oomilion 138.5 dhiikwankondo mbyoka ihaayi pupo, kehangano lyo Nampower. Osheendo osha tsakanene wo nominista yemona Ipumbu Shiiimi ,noku talelapo omalukanda,okutala koshikele shompumbwe yomagumbo.

July 24, 2024 17

Namibia

World leaders meet in Switzerland to bridge digital divide in schools by 2030

The inaugural Giga Connectivity Forum is taking place at the ITU headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, bringing together high-level representatives from Ministries of Education, ICT, and Communications Regulatory Authorities to network and share best practices for achieving universal school connectivity by 2030. Speaking from Geneva, Switzerland, Ministry of Education Arts and Culture Executive Director Sanet Steenkamp stressed that the event's goal is not only to boost regional collaboration but also to […]

July 10, 2024 69

South Africa

South Africa will be president of the G20 in 2025: two much-needed reforms it should drive

By Danny Bradlow, University of Pretoria South Africa will play an important international role in 2025 as president of the G20. The G20 is a group of 19 countries as well as the African Union and the European Union. Between them they represent 85% of global economy, 75% of world trade and 67% of global population. The G20 defines itself as the premier multilateral forum […]

May 15, 2024 21

Africa

African countries can’t resolve their debt crisis under a system rigged against them

By Carlos Lopes, University of Cape Town The debt situation in many African countries has escalated again to a critical juncture. Twenty are in, or at risk of, debt distress. Three pivotal elements significantly contribute to this. Firstly, the rules governing the international banking system favour developed countries and work against the interests of African countries. Secondly, multilateral financial institutions such as the International Monetary Fund […]

May 6, 2024 12

Africa

African leaders in Djibouti for World Bank summit

Several African leaders are gathering in Kenya's capital, Nairobi, for the World Bank's International Development Association summit. The two-day summit, according to the BBC, aims to address development challenges on the continent and work towards creating prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable economies. The IDA is the part of the World Bank that helps the world’s 75 poorest countries, 39 of which are in Africa.

April 29, 2024 9

Oshiwambo

Aaleli ya Africa oyeli momutumba mo Kenya go World Bank

Aaleli ya Africa ya yooloka oyeli mo Nairobi sha Kenya komutumba go World Bank International Development Association. Omutumba guule womasiku gaali shiikwatelela ko BBC otagu lalakanene okutala komashongo gehumokomeho menenevi,nokutala nkene tapa etwa omaliko geshi okwiinekelwa,notaga kwatelemo. o International Development Association oyili oshitopolwa sho World Bank, nohayi kwathele iiongo ya hepa muuyuni yili 75,moka 39 yili ya Africa.

April 29, 2024 15

Africa

Hospital infection cost Africa nearly $ 8.4 billion

Treating infections acquired in hospitals and clinics is costing sub-Saharan Africa as much as $8.4 billion a year and hundreds of thousands of preventable deaths. According to research by WaterAid and the World Bank, at least half of these could be averted by improved handwashing facilities, clean water, and decent toilets. Bloomberg reports that the highest rates of contamination were found in intensive care units, neonatal wards, and pediatric departments.

April 9, 2024 17