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Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | a minute ago

Eritrea: International Women’s Day Celebrations

Ms. Senait Afwerki, head of National Union of Eritrean Women, emphasized that the mission of the union is to contribute to societal development

International Women’s Day, observed on 8 March, was enthusiastically celebrated in the Northern Red Sea and Southern Regions under the theme “Women: Emancipation for All-Rounded Development.” At a celebratory event held at Massawa Stadium, Ms. Jimia Mohammed Raki, head of the National Union of Eritrean Women (NUEW) in the Northern…

Source: Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) | 14 minutes ago

Fighting Multiple Outbreaks in Zambia’s Copperbelt

A growing mpox outbreak has been unfolding since October 2024, after the first reported case—linked to a foreign national—triggered local transmission

Rain lashes the ground in northern Zambia, but the mission presses on. It’s a Wednesday in January, and the showers that drench this region—bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo to the north and east—have done little to dampen the resolve of four epidemiologists. They are here on a 14-day mission, working urgently to contain…

Source: Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) | 27 minutes ago

Cameroon Prepares to Launch National Strategy on Maternal Health

The plan focuses on strengthening maternal healthcare services, improving data collection, enhancing policy implementation, and fostering better coordination among stakeholders

For many women in Cameroon, childbirth remains a significant health risk. Despite medical advancements, the country continues to have one of the highest maternal and infant mortality rates in the region. In 2020, an estimated 438 women per 100,000 live births died from pregnancy-related complications, according to the World Bank’s Gender Data Portal. While maternal mortality declined slightly…

Source: Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) | 37 minutes ago

Tanzania Strengthens Cross-Border Disease Control

The cross-border committee plays a critical role in synchronizing disease surveillance efforts, improving information-sharing mechanisms, and harmonizing response measures to ensure a unified approach across borders

Kagera, a critical border region in Tanzania, serves as a gateway connecting multiple countries, including Uganda, Burundi, and Rwanda. Its strategic position makes it highly vulnerable to emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases. With the Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) in Tanzania and concurrent outbreaks such as Ebola in Uganda, Mpox in the DRC and Burundi, cross-border public…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia | 2 hours ago

Liberia: President Boakai Declares Wednesday, March 12, 2025, as “Decoration Day”

The Proclamation says realizing that important events of heroes and heroines in the history of our Nation, their deeds and invaluable contributions should be a constant reminder to the citizens

The President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has by Proclamation declared Wednesday, March 12, 2025 as the “109th Decoration Day” and it is to be observed throughout the Republic of Liberia as a National Holiday. According to a Foreign Ministry release, the Proclamation is in consonance with an…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | 2 hours ago

South Africa: President Ramaphosa mourns passing of Dr Gomolemo Mokae

President Ramaphosa offers his deep condolences to the family, friends, neighbours, patients and comrades of Dr Mokae who was a former national spokesperson of the Azanian People’s Organisation

President Cyril Ramaphosa has been saddened by the violent death of renowned medical doctor, author and black consciousness intellectual and activist Dr Gomolemo Mokae. Dr Mokae, 61, was found dead in his Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria, home on Wednesday, 5 March 2025, after he had last been seen on February 28. President…

Source: The Presidency, Republic of Ghana | 3 hours ago

Ghana: Mahama champions collaboration, trade during Bamako visit

The visit continues President Mahama’s efforts to engage with neighbouring countries and strengthen Ghana’s policy of good neighbourliness

President John Dramani Mahama paid a working visit to Bamako, Mali on Saturday, where discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations, addressing regional security concerns, and fostering economic growth. Mr Mahama noted that the visit underscored the enduring friendship between the two nations, built upon a foundation laid by their founding…

Source: United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs | 3 hours ago

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Condemns Attack on United Nations (UN) Force and South Sudan Troops

The Ministry expressed its solidarity with the countries participating in UNMISS forces, and extended its condolences to the UN and the Government of the Republic of South Sudan

The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the attack on a helicopter affiliated with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) and on South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) in Upper Nile State, which resulted in the death of a member of the international force and…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt | 3 hours ago

Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets Prime Minister and Minister of Finance

The meeting reviewed the state’s financial performance indicators, as well as the key features and targets for the budget of the upcoming fiscal year 2025-2026

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Finance Mr. Ahmed Kouchouk. The Spokesman of the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, stated that the meeting reviewed the state’s financial performance indicators, as well as the key features and targets for the budget of the…

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Source: Merck Foundation | 5 hours ago

Merck Foundation Chief Executive Officer (CEO) together with African First Ladies Africa mark International Women’s Day 2025 through their Impactful Development Programs

“Girl Education Today for Women Empowerment Tomorrow”: Emphasizes Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany together with First Ladies of Africa who are also their Ambassadors, Ministries of Health, Education, Communication & Gender, mark ‘International Women’s Day 2025’, through their impactful development programs, continuing their 13-year legacy of empowering women and girls. Senator, Dr. Rasha…