Robbie Corey Boulet

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Polls in Ethiopia’s Tigray set to escalate standoff with Abiy

Africa Robbie Corey Boulet - 8 Sep 2020

In recent days Abiy's office has instructed the Ethiopian Broadcasting Authority to call journalists working for foreign media outlets to pressure them not to cover the vote

‘US good, China bad’ is Pompeo’s message to Africa

Article Robbie Corey Boulet - 21 Feb 2020

During his African tour this past week, United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo talked up Washington’s ability to stimulate growth and entrepreneurship on the continent.

Ethiopia to vote on breakaway state highlights battles over autonomy

Africa Robbie Corey Boulet - 18 Nov 2019

At present, Ethiopia is partitioned into nine semi-autonomous regional states

‘Killing without any reason’: Deaths in rural Ethiopia spark outcry

Africa Robbie Corey Boulet - 17 Oct 2019

The violence is unfolding ahead of elections next year in one of the country's most volatile and ethnically diverse areas

Going green: Ethiopia’s bid to plant four billion trees

Article Robbie Corey Boulet - 31 Jul 2019

Abiy is leading by example as Ethiopia plans to plant a mind-boggling four billion trees by October

Ethiopia faces showdown over push for new region

Africa Robbie Corey Boulet - 17 Jul 2019

The Sidama say they plan to unilaterally declare their own federal state this week

Ethiopia army chief, local officials killed amid regional ‘coup’ bid

Africa Robbie Corey Boulet - 24 Jun 2019

Violence flared on Saturday afternoon in Amhara, one of nine autonomous regions, when a 'hit squad' attacked a meeting of top officials

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Itec serves up high-tech integrated surveillance system for family food company

special reports - 27 Oct 2020

The system includes facial recognition software and a thermal screening solution that will provide instant temperature screening of all employees

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Transport Month

[email protected] - 23 Oct 2020

An infrastructure-led recovery will help to stimulate demand in the South African economy, which is vital post the Covid-19 pandemic

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Limpopo’s Economic Recovery Plan to fight Covid-19 impact

special reports - 23 Oct 2020

Billions have been set aside to help farmers and industries get back on their feet as part of the Limpopo Socio-Economic Recovery Plan

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Disrupt the corrupt

special reports - 22 Oct 2020

Whistle-blowers should be seen as real heroes in the fight against corruption and we need a change in culture for this to happen

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Corporates: A force for good for a sustainable future

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

In order to see people and nature thrive what is required is a strong focus on partnerships – we cannot act alone anymore

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Combatting wildlife crime in Southern Africa activity annual programme statement (APS) No. 04

special reports - 20 Oct 2020

Concept papers are sought for implementating activities, for a multi-faceted programme that aims to reduce poaching and illegal trade in wildlife

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The financial decisions made during your life journey, and their impact on your retirement outcome

special reports - 19 Oct 2020

The longer you save towards retirement the larger your retirement savings are expected to be due to the effect of compounding interest

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In conversation with SA Reserve Bank Governer, Lesetja Kganyago

special reports - 16 Oct 2020

'Make interest rates zero and inflation goes up and then people save less – we need savings to fund investment in this country'