A total of 62 humanitarian aid workers have died this year around the world, the United Nations said on Thursday as it prepares to mark 20 years since a devastating attack on the UN headquarters in Baghdad.
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West African military chiefs to meet over Niger coup
West African military chiefs are set to meet on Thursday in Ghana to coordinate a possible intervention aimed at reversing Niger’s
coup.
Uncommon sense – Fluoride: Dental saviour or cognitive conundrum?
In the realm of public health, a highly- controversial topic stirs deep emotions and heated debates - the role of fluoride in the dumbing down of society.
Report: Big potential for green hydrogen in North Africa
By 2050, North Africa could become a leading exporter of green hydrogen with Europe its main market, according to a recent report projecting the future of an industry still in its infancy.
Private sector urged to unlock AfCFTA trade opportunities
Africa’s private sectors need to accelerate efforts to unlock the potential trade opportunities lying within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), delegates attending the second edition of the Golden Business Forum in the Rwandan capital city of Kigali said Wednesday.
Alweendo: Oil not automatic remedy to economic challenges
Namibia’s Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo on Wednesday cautioned against viewing recent oil and gas discoveries as an automatic solution to socioeconomic challenges in the south-western African nation.
Education is like a three-legged pot, which requires all of its legs to carry out its function. In education, the three
Education is like a three-legged pot, which requires all of its legs to carry out its function. In education, the three legs are parents, teachers and learners.
When lobbying works against good governance
The United States of America’s slide away from Abraham Lincoln’s concept of democracy has parallels in Africa.
The rise of the new villains
In March 1990, Namibia obtained its independence from Apartheid South Africa. I was not born yet, but from the stories told by those who were present, it seemed to have been a day of great celebration and joy for the entire nation.
More than oil and gas will be needed
Namibia has a bit of a spring in its step, some swagger, if you will. This could be because winter is almost behind us.









