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Sudan: Coup attempt thwarted, PM says

Sudan’s Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok said on Tuesday that a coup attempt, organized by elements inside and outside the military establishment, has been thwarted, leading to the first arrests of those involved in such a plot. The failed attempt was preceded by attempts to sow insecurity, especially in the east of Sudan, but had failed […]

ITF Summit discusses role of transport in developing inclusive societies

The Summit of the International Transport Forum (ITF), held in Leipzig, Germany, under the presidency of Morocco, highlighted the role of transport in the development of inclusive societies. The various debates that took place during this international meeting focused on how to promote universal access to transport so that “no one is left behind” and […]

Google Wallet launches in SA amid booming digital payments usage in Africa

Alphabet Inc launched its Google Wallet in South Africa on Tuesday (23 August), after rival Apple Inc introduced its Apple Pay mobile payment system in the country last year — a sign that the tech giants try to gain a foothold in the continent’s rapidly growing digital payments space. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the […]