Source: UN News |

United Nations (UN) agencies warn of worsening humanitarian and human rights crisis in eastern Democratic Republic (DR) Congo

United Nations agencies on Friday called for an end to the violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as fighting between Government forces and the Rwandan-backed M23 armed group expands

The rebels have already seized the provincial capital, Goma, and reports indicate that they are closing in on the key city of Bukavu, capital of South Kivu province. The hostilities are occurring in a mineral-rich region that has been volatile for decades amid a proliferation of armed groups, which has…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

President Ramaphosa attends the Southern African Development Committee (SADC) Extraordinary Summit in Zimbabwe

The Summit will be chaired by His Excellency Dr. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, and Chairperson of SADC

President Cyril Ramaphosa has this afternoon, 31 January 2025, arrived in Harare, in the Republic of Zimbabwe to participate in the Southern African Development Committee (SADC) Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government to discuss the security situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo.  The Summit will be chaired…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Congress of Public Health Professionals Association

Established in 2017 under the umbrella of the Ministry of Health, the Public Health Professionals Association of Eritrea currently has 300 members

The Public Health Professionals Association of Eritrea held its 2nd congress in Asmara on 30 January. Dr. Zerebruk Tesfamariam, president of the association, stated that although the congress was to be held every two years in accordance with the association’s constitution, it had been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.…

Source: State House Sierra Leone |

Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio Presides Over Signing Of €35 Million European Union (EU) Financing Agreement to Boost Sierra Leone’s Agricultural Value Chains

Sierra Leone enjoys a strong and productive partnership with the EU, with numerous developmental interventions visible across the country

His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has presided over the signing ceremony of a €35 million financing agreement between the Government of Sierra Leone and the European Union (EU) at State House. The agreement aims to enhance the country’s agricultural value chain and support the government’s flagship Feed Salone…

Source: The African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) |

FISH-FRIENDLY: Advancing Sustainable Fisheries through Innovative Policies in Africa

Through joint efforts and smart investments, AU-IBAR hopes to empower local communities and stakeholders, fight for equitable trade practices, and secure the long-term growth of Africa's fisheries and aquaculture industry

The importance of effective policies in fisheries and aquaculture was underscored at the 15th Malabo Montpellier Forum, convened on January 30th, 2025, where Dr. Huyam Salih, Director of the African Union - InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR), and staff from the AU-IBAR FishGov2 and Conserving Aquatic Biodiversity in the…

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AD Ports Group Starts Port and Logistics Operations in Luanda, Angola

Under AD Ports Group’s leadership, the Luanda port terminal will be significantly upgraded to a general cargo, container and roll on-roll off (Ro-Ro) terminal

AD Ports Group (www.ADPortsGroup.com), a leading facilitator of global trade, logistics and industry (ADX: ADPORTS), today began its long-term management and development of a major multipurpose terminal and an associated logistics business with local partners in Luanda, Angola, driving forward its expansion in sub-Saharan Africa. With Angolan joint venture partners…

Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Budget cuts to affect audit of Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDA)

Meanwhile to improve transparency and public engagement, the OAG has introduced digital tools, including a Citizens’ Feedback Platform and an Audit Recommendations Tracking Tool

The Office of the Auditor General (OAG) will only audit 40 per cent of Ministries, Departments, Agencies (MDAs) and local governments in the 2024/25 financial year due to a Shs32 billion budget cut. This reduction, which represents 60 per cent of the operational budget required for fieldwork according to the…

Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Government to prioritise debt management and economic growth

Uganda’s total public debt currently stands at Shs94.9 trillion as of June 2024, with debt servicing consuming nearly a third of domestic revenue

Government will  prioritise debt management, domestic revenue mobilisation, and economic transformation in the next financial year. This revelation was made by the State Minister for Finance (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi, while justifying the motion on the National Budget Framework Paper for Financial Years 2025/26- 2029/20. Musasizi revealed that the…

Source: International Sports Press Association (AIPS) |

Emphasis on leadership, sustainability, youth engagement and digitalisation as International Olympic Committee (IOC) presidential candidates present plans for global sports

Speaking to the media after giving their presentations behind closed doors, some of the candidates believe the current election process requires a review

The seven candidates running to become the next President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) are hoping that with their 15-minute presentations at the Olympic House on Thursday, 30 January, they have been able to convince the IOC membership of their capabilities to lead the biggest sports organisation in the…

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The Sahel Can Revolutionize Renewable Energy Access and Affordability Up to the Last Mile (By Reshmi Theckethil)

Cognizant of the region's potential, UNDP is implementing the United Nations Integrated Strategy for the Sahel (UNISS), aiming to provide clean, affordable energy to over 150 million people by 2025

By Reshmi Theckethil, Lead Portfolio, Climate Action, Disaster Risk Reduction, Energy, and Resilience | Sahel Resilience Project Manager, UNDP Sub-Regional Hub for West and Central Africa (www.UNDP.org).  Imagine a Sahel region where every household, school, and hospital has access to clean, affordable energy—where renewable power not only serves homes but…

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