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U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)
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The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Commits $53 Million to Address Climate Change in Cities

This funding complements and expands USAID’s ongoing work to enable and empower local governments and vulnerable communities to realize their own resilient, low-carbon futures

Today at COP28, USAID Administrator Samantha Power announced that USAID is committing more than $53 million for new low-carbon and climate resilient activities in 23 cities in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. These funds will provide resources to translate national climate ambitions into local action in urban areas.…

KnowBe4
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The Artificial Intelligence (AI) hit list: Six menacing threats you need to know

Just like any other technology, artificial intelligence has its own set of risks that users and organisations should know

By the end of this year already, the market for artificial intelligence (AI) in South Africa is projected to reach (https://apo-opa.co/481NZ3n) a size of $2.4 billion, showing an annual growth rate of 21% between now and 2030. Locally, the technology has the potential to mitigate security risks, enhance decision-making, address legacy…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan
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Adoption of the Draft Resolution on Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons Submitted by Japan in the Plenary Meeting of the United Nations General Assembly

The draft resolution underlines the importance for States to prevent, combat and eradicate illicit trade in small arms and light weapons, including their diversion to illegal armed groups among others

On December 5 (December 4, EST), the Draft Resolution “The Illicit Trade in Small Arms and Light Weapons in All Its Aspects,” submitted by Japan together with Colombia and South Africa and co-sponsored by 86 countries, was adopted by consensus in the Plenary Meeting of the United Nations General Assembly.…

Global African Hydrogen Summit
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Inaugural Global African Hydrogen Summit 2024 Launch at Conference of the Parties (COP28) United Arab Emirates (UAE)

GAh2S will focus on the global role Africa expects to play in the hydrogen market and will facilitate collaboration and advance dialogue across policy, investment and the emerging hydrogen value chain

As part of Namibia’s COP28 program, the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), the Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF), dmg events and Vasco Da Gama Energy are proud to announce the inauguration of the Global African Hydrogen Summit (GAh2S). The Summit is scheduled to take place in Windhoek,…

Afrobarometer

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Afrobarometer surveys director urges young researchers to empower Africa’s narrative and showcase the continent’s analytical excellence

The three-week training programme equips African scholars with solid skills in research design, survey methodology, and the use of social statistics

“Writing never stops. This is the starting point. Take the lessons that you have learnt here and demonstrate to the world that not only can we produce our own data, but that we are capable of analysing it,” Afrobarometer surveys director Boniface Dulani told up-and-coming researchers at the closing ceremony…

Liquid Intelligent Technologies

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Liquid Intelligent Technologies bolsters its South African leadership team with the appointment of Lerato Dipuo Phueginia Pule as Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Lerato has served in senior financial roles for many years, the most recent being the CFO for Cell C and Non-Independent Director on Cell C’s Board of Directors

Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid) (www.Liquid.Tech), a pan-African technology group, is proud to announce the appointment of Lerato Dipuo Phueginia Pule as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for its South Africa operations, effective 1 February 2024. Deon Geyser, CEO of Liquid Intelligent Technologies South Africa, said, "I am pleased to welcome Lerato…

inDrive

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Lighting the Way Against Gender-Based Violence: inDrive and Partners Illuminate Khayelitsha with Solar Lights

The installation of solar street lights is a concrete measure to enhance the safety and security of the community, shedding both literal and metaphorical light on a global challenge

In a significant stride towards combating gender-based violence, the "Layita Khayelitsha" campaign is set to illuminate the streets of Cape Town's Khayelitsha township. This groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by inDrive (www.inDrive.com) in collaboration with the local NGO Light UP, focuses on installing solar street lights across the community. Timed to launch…

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    • Rugby: South Africa men and Australia women claimed the first titles of HSBC SVNS 2024 with victory in Dubai
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Rugby: South Africa men and Australia women claimed the first titles of HSBC SVNS 2024 with victory in Dubai

The HSBC SVNS action continues in Cape Town on 9-10 December

South Africa’s Blitzboks overcame a spirited Argentina 12-7 to lift their fifth straight Emirates Dubai 7s trophy – equaling the record for successive titles at a single location. Although Argentina had to settle for silver it represented their best ever result in Dubai. Interview of the Captain of South Africa…

VFS Global

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South Africa Visa Application Centre moves to a more spacious and easily accessible location in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

The newly relocated centre was inaugurated on 29 November 2023 by HE Nosicelo D MBELE, Consul General, South African Consulate General in Lubumbashi, Democratic Re-public of Congo

Applicants can now submit their visa applications at the new Centre located at Office No 5, 2nd Floor, Hypnose Building, 826 Av. Mama Yemo, Lubumbashi from 29 November 2023. Commenting on the relocation of the Centre, HE Nosicelo D MBELE, Consul General, Consulate-General of the Republic of South Africa said,…

Department of Foreign Affairs, Republic of the Philippines
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Philippine Traditional Dance and Music Take the Spotlight on Diplomatic Milestone Event with South Africa

The event was attended by over 700 guests from the government, diplomatic corps, organized business, academic community and other sectors of South African society

Philippine culture was on full display during the event organized by the Philippine Embassy in Pretoria to mark the 30 years of diplomatic relations between the Philippines and South Africa. As a fitting tribute to the countries’ diplomatic milestone, Philippine dance troupe KALOOB Philippine Music and Dance Ministry performed on…