Tag: Private Sector
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As Remote-Work Rules Tighten in 2026, Thousands Return to Office Across Canada
Overview: A Nationwide Reversal on Remote Work Canadian workers are facing a significant shift in 2026 as remote work policies tighten across both the public and private sectors. After years of flexible arrangements, thousands of employees—particularly provincial government staff in Ontario and Alberta—will be required to return to the office. The change reflects a broader…
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Why Pakistan’s National Airline Privatisation Is Causing a Political Storm
Background: A Privatization Milestone for Pakistan International Airlines In a landmark move, Pakistan sold a majority stake in Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) in a televised auction, marking a high-stakes shift for a state-owned carrier that has long symbolized national identity and economic pride. The sale, worth roughly $482 million, ends years of failed privatisation attempts…
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Steenhuisen Signals Private Vaccine Manufacturing Amid Rift Valley Fever Crisis
Steenhuisen Signals a Shift Toward Private Vaccine Manufacturing South Africa could be edging toward a new model of animal disease management, as Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen hinted that private sector firms may, in the future, be authorized to manufacture certain vaccines for state-controlled animal diseases. The remarks come amid a continuing Rift Valley Fever (RVF)…
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Universal Energy Access: Africa’s Top Climate Priority
Universal Energy Access: Africa’s Top Climate Priority As COP30 unfolds in Belém, Brazil, a clear message is emerging from Africa’s leaders, developers, and investors: universal energy access is not just a development goal—it is Africa’s most urgent climate priority. This pivot places reliable electricity at the center of resilience, economic growth, and just transition strategies…
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Private Sector Blueprint for Carbon Markets at COP30
Overview: A practical path from readiness to action At the COP30 platform, Dr Glenn Kwabena Gyimah, General Manager of the Jospong Green Transition Office, outlined a pragmatic blueprint for private sector engagement in carbon markets. The plan emphasizes not only preparing markets for carbon trading but translating readiness into tangible climate action on the ground.…
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Ghana Private Sector Pins Climate Progress: Gyimah Unveils Private Sector Blueprint for Carbon Markets at COP30
Overview: A practical blueprint for private sector action At COP30, Dr. Glenn Kwabena Gyimah, General Manager of the Jospong Green Transition Office, presented a clear blueprint for how Ghana’s private sector can move from readiness in carbon markets to tangible climate action. The remarks underscored a shift from policy talk to on‑the‑ground implementation, with the…
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Dr Glenn Gyimah outlines blueprint for private sector action in carbon markets at COP30
Introduction: A Ghanaian blueprint for carbon market action At COP30, Dr Glenn Kwabena Gyimah, General Manager of the Jospong Green Transition Office, presented a practical blueprint for how private enterprises in Ghana can move from carbon market readiness to tangible climate action. The discussion highlighted the role of the private sector in accelerating emission reductions,…
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Leaders Call on Africa to Harness Domestic Capital at AFIS 2025
AFIS 2025 Sets a New Trajectory for Africa’s Finances The Africa Financial Industry Summit (AFIS) 2025 opened in Casablanca with a bold call: Africa must look inward and mobilize its own capital to drive sustainable growth. The inaugural panel set the tone, stressing that external funding will remain essential, but it is domestic resources—seeded by…
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Impact of head and neck cancer on the income of Italian employees
Overview: Why income matters for head and neck cancer survivors Head and neck (H&N) cancer presents not only life‑changing medical challenges but also significant economic consequences for workers in Italy. While advances in treatment improve survival, many patients experience reduced earnings due to illness, treatment toxicity, and evolving work capabilities. This article summarizes a comprehensive…
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The Hidden Cost: How Head and Neck Cancer Kshocks Income for Italian Private-Sector Workers
Introduction: Why income matters for cancer survivors Cancer care has advanced, improving survival and quality of life for many patients. Yet the financial repercussions of diagnosis and treatment can linger long after the tumor is treated. In Italy, where the private sector employs a large share of the workforce, understanding how head and neck (H&N)…