Download logoThe Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT) is excited to announce the launch of the first ever Growth for Jobs Tourism Challenge Fund, and requests organisations implementing tourism development projects or programmes in the categories of Tourism Infrastructure Support and Tourism Product Development Support to apply for project funding. Minister … [Read more...] about Western Cape Government launches R5 million Tourism Challenge Fund
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Sudan: the longer the conflict lasts, the higher the risk of a regional war
The 2019 Sudan uprisings that ousted long-time dictator Omar al-Bashir and installed a military-civilian transitional government gave hope that the northern African country could finally transition to democratic rule. The country has been ruled by the military for most of its independence since 1956. But Sudan’s bumpy transition to democracy has come to a complete halt. The … [Read more...] about Sudan: the longer the conflict lasts, the higher the risk of a regional war
Uganda: Student financing body asked to prioritise loan recovery
Download logoLegislators on the Committee of Commissions Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) have told the management of Higher Education Students’ Financing Board (HESFB) prioritise recovery of the student loans. The MPs raised issue with HESFB’s lack of a comprehensive and streamlined process of recovering student loans and the high probability … [Read more...] about Uganda: Student financing body asked to prioritise loan recovery
United Nations (UN) and Partners Launch $445 Million Plan to Ease Sudan Crisis
Download logoWith 860,000 people projected to flee the fighting in Sudan for neighbouring countries, the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, and partners on Thursday appealed for $445 million to assist the displaced through October. The updates were made in a preliminary summary of the Regional Response Plan for Sudan, that was presented to donors in Geneva. The funding will … [Read more...] about United Nations (UN) and Partners Launch $445 Million Plan to Ease Sudan Crisis
Youth leaders from East and Southern Africa unite and embark on Human Immunodeficiency Viruses (HIV) and Sexual, Reproductive Health movement
Download logoMore than 100 young people from 14 countries across East and Southern Africa gathered for a three and half day summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, to delve into critical issues on HIV and sexual and reproductive health (SRH). The young delegates represented organizations working in the sectors of HIV, sexual and reproductive health (SRHR) and adolescent … [Read more...] about Youth leaders from East and Southern Africa unite and embark on Human Immunodeficiency Viruses (HIV) and Sexual, Reproductive Health movement
