Malick Rokhy Ba

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African forces suspend operation in Gambia for final talks

Africa Malick Rokhy Ba - 20 Jan 2017

Long-ruling Gambian leader Yahya Jammeh, who lost elections last month, has until midday Friday to hand over power and agree to leave the country.

AU-backed tribunal jails Chadian dictator Hissène Habré

Article Malick Rokhy Ba - 31 May 2016

The trial and judgment on the continent has been hailed by the United Nations, Human Rights Watch and other countries and organisations.

Former Chad dictator hears atrocities case

Africa Malick Rokhy Ba - 8 Sep 2015

Hissene Habre was forced into the dock as his trial resumed in Senegal over a string of atrocities committed during eight bloodsoaked years in power.

Guinea-Bissau warns against foreign interference

Article Malick Rokhy Ba - 20 Apr 2012

Guinea-Bissau's junta has vowed to defend itself from interference as the international community condemns a two-year transition government.

SA slams Guinea-Bissau military over coup d’état

Africa Malick Rokhy Ba & Allen Yero Embalo - 17 Apr 2012

South Africa has come out against the coup in Guinea-Bissau, saying it was deplorable that the military went this route despite AU-Ecowas warnings.

Army, opposition agree to share power in Guinea-Bissau

Africa Allen Yero Embalo & Malick Rokhy Ba - 16 Apr 2012

The Guinea-Bissau army and opposition parties have agreed to set up a transitional body to run the country ahead of talks with regional powers.

Senegal’s Sall: The protege who toppled his mentor

Africa Malick Rokhy Ba - 2 Apr 2012

Senegal's Macky Sall, a 50-year-old geologist, ended Abdoulaye Wade's tenacious rule by triumphing over his mentor.

Senegal’s Macky Sall makes his political comeback

Africa Malick Rokhy Ba - 22 Mar 2012

Macky Sall has his first shot at Senegal's presidency this weekend after falling out with his mentor and now opponent, President Abdoulaye Wade.

Senegal’s century-old bridge restored to former glory

Africa Malick Rokhy Ba - 11 Aug 2011

The Faidherbe bridge, a century-old emblem of Senegal's former riverside capital Saint-Louis, is being fully restored after threatening to collapse.

Senegal turns to Islam to stop child ‘disciples’ from begging

Article Malick Rokhy Ba - 14 Jan 2011

Senegal is turning to Islamic texts and the powerful sway of religious leaders to prevent children from being sent to beg by their Koranic teachers.

Guinea counts votes with relief after peaceful election

Article Malick Rokhy Ba - 29 Jun 2010

Guinea's first free election since independence was met with praise and relief on Tuesday, but observers warned the days to come were crucial.

Guinea voters turn page on 52 years of dictatorship

Article Malick Rokhy Ba - 24 Jun 2010

Four million Guineans vote on Sunday in the first democratic election in the West African nation.

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Press Releases

Special Reports

Yvonne Chetty: a passion for an efficient public sector and mentoring

special reports - 13 Jul 2020

'Being affiliated to a professional body such as SAICA makes providing expert guidance and support to my colleagues that much easier'

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Full-time Johannesburg-based CEO required for HI HOPES

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

An entrepreneurial, business-minded, impact-driven individual is sought to lead the organisation as it looks to scale and grow

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Balwin properties and Absa launch South Africa’s first green home loan

special reports - 8 Jul 2020

Balwin Properties’ Edge registration of over 16 000 units was a global first, covering more homes than any single property developer in the world to date

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Young professional gets a career boost from PSETA

Staff Reporter - 8 Jul 2020

SAICA makes ongoing efforts to encourage the professionalisation of financial offices in private and public sector organisations

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Colgate-Palmolive South Africa donates one million bars of soap

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

The combination of limited access to quality soap and a lack of knowledge of how to properly wash hands is a challenge in many vulnerable communities

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Cheque value bundles – real value

special reports - 7 Jul 2020

Most people do not pay much attention to what bank account they have and whether or not it is suited to their daily realities

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Absa Rewards puts cash in your pocket

special reports - 6 Jul 2020

In addition to the cash benefits, you will receive special offers and exclusive deals from selected Absa Rewards partners

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Municipal audit outcomes reveal public sector financial management must be professionalised

special reports - 3 Jul 2020

SAICA calls for a review of the mandatory minimum skills and qualifications required for all key financial management positions within the public sector