Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Democratic Republic of Congo |

World Health Organization (WHO) delivers 33.5 metric tonnes of medical supplies to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

The two shipments will contribute significantly to infection prevention and treatment services in the country for the next three months

In its largest air cargo shipment to the African region this year, World Health Organization (WHO) today delivered 33.5 metric tonnes of emergency medical supplies and equipment to the Democratic Republic of the Congo to reinforce mpox outbreak response. Today’s delivery follows an initial shipment of more than 14 metric…

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Celebrating this Year’s 25 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars

The African Energy Chamber proudly announces the 25 Under 40 women who are playing an instrumental part in strengthening Africa’s energy industry

As Africa's energy sector continues to grow, a new generation of women is breaking barriers and redefining leadership in this critical industry. The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) proudly announces the 2024 edition of the 25 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars – a group of outstanding individuals whose innovation,…

Source: U.S. Embassy in Tanzania |

Three Winners Announced at the United States (U.S.)-Tanzania Tech Challenge

Launched in June, the U.S.-Tanzania Tech Challenge sought innovative solutions to promote information integrity, fostering greater participation and involvement in civic activities

Three organizations, Jamiii Forums, Smart Foundry Ltd., and The Launchpad Tanzania were today named the winners of the U.S.-Tanzania Tech Challenge, which brought together leading technologists, government officials, civil society, academia, and media professionals to address critical challenges and explore innovative solutions in the realms of civic participation, media literacy,…

Source: International Monetary Fund (IMF) |

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Reaches Staff-Level Agreement on a New 38-Month Extended Credit Facility Arrangement with Sierra Leone and Completes 2024 Article IV Mission

The staff-level agreement is subject to approval by the IMF’s Management and Executive Board

IMF staff and the Sierra Leonean authorities have reached a staff-level agreement on economic policies and reforms that could be supported by a new 38-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement, with requested access of SDR 187 million (about US$253 million); The ECF would support restoring stability through continued macroeconomic adjustment…

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Centurion Law Group (CLG) Appoints Daoudou Mohammad as Director of Tax & Legal at Pointe-Noire Office

Mohammad holds over 15 years of experience in business and tax law, developing a solid competence in handling complex legal issues and providing effective client support

Supporting clients operating in the CEMAC region, trusted legal adviser Daoudou Mohammad has been appointed as Director of Tax & Legal at CLG’s Pointe-Noire office (www.CLGGlobal.com). Mohammad brings a wealth of demonstrated expertise that will be instrumental to the law firm’s Africa-wide practices, as the Republic of Congo and wider…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia |

Liberia: President Boakai issues proclamation for the 55th legislatures to extend sitting

The proclamation is in accordance with Article 32(b) of the constitution of the Republic of Liberia

The President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency Joseph N. Boakai, Sr., has issued a proclamation to extend the special regular session of the 55th legislature for a period of one (1) week commencing Friday, September 20, 2024 and ending Thursday, September 26, 2024 to discuss and act upon critical…

Source: Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Zambia |

Ambassador Han Jing Meets with Hon. Mwabashike Nkulukusa, Minister of Central Province of Zambia

Under the strategic guidance of the two Heads of State, China-Zambia relations have reached a new level

On 19 September 2024, Ambassador Han Jing met with Hon. Mwabashike Nkulukusa, Minister of Central Province of Zambia. Ambassador Han said that during the 2024 Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), President Xi Jinping announced ten partnership actions that China would take with Africa to advance modernization…

Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

Media Statement: Eastern Cape NCOP Delegation Calls for Resuscitation of Delayed Infrastructure Development Projects

The delayed projects included Fikile Gwadana Road, Louis Rex Primary School and the Komani Economic Industrial Park

On the last day of the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) 2024 Provincial Week Programme, the Eastern Cape's Permanent Delegates to the NCOP expressed their displeasure with the rising number of delayed infrastructure development projects in the province. The delegation reiterated this displeasure during the last day of its week-long…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

President Ramaphosa to participate in the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly

President Ramaphosa is expected to address the General Assembly on the opening day, Tuesday, 24 September 2024

President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead the South African delegation to the 79th Session of the United Nations General Debate and High-Level Week (UNGA79) in New York from 21-24 September 2024. This annual gathering of world leaders is the most important event on the UN calendar, with Heads of State and…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine |

Maksym Subkh held a meeting with Director of the Department of Sub-Saharan Africa of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic Vaclav Prašil

The parties discussed possible joint Ukrainian-Czech projects in Africa and mechanisms for their implementation. It was agreed to continue the dialogue on issues of cooperation on African affairs

On 19 September, with a view to holding consultations on cooperation with African countries, Special Representative of Ukraine for the Middle East and Africa Maksym Subkh held a meeting with Director of the Sub-Saharan Africa Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic Vaclav Prašil. During the…