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South Africans went to the polls on 29 May 2024 to elect their leaders for the next five years. 

Institutional investors are increasingly acknowledging the importance of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors in evaluating risks and opportunities. 

The 12th of May is globally recognised as International Nurses’ Day, earmarked to celebrate nurses, and to set a tone for the continuation of their noble work. 

A series of leading climate figures have reacted to the findings, saying the deep despair voiced by the scientists must be a renewed wake-up call for urgent and radical action to stop burning fossil fuels, and save millions of lives and livelihoods.

Namibia, once hailed as a beacon of democracy and progress in Africa and a nation blessed with natural resources, finds itself at a crossroads, tainted by the pervasive grip of kleptocracy, threatening its stability and prosperity.

Historical distortions for political expediency have unfortunately been a recurrent tactic throughout history.

In November 2024, Namibians will be heading to the polls for the general election. The citizens will have a chance to elect a president to lead the nation for a period of five years. 

There are a number of important business and economic issues that the incoming president should take care of as we anticipate the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly elections. 

Namibia, characterised by its arid climate and highly variable rainfall, faces significant challenges in its agricultural sector due to climate change.

As global warming and climate change continue to dominate headlines, the world looks to pioneers for solutions.