Source: United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs |

United Arab Emirates (UAE) and South Sudan Organize Humanitarian Visit to Gorom Refugee Camp in Juba Alongside International Delegations

The visit coincided with Zayed Humanitarian Day – celebrated by the UAE on the 19th of Ramadan of each year – which reflects the country’s values of compassion, coexistence, and tolerance

The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of South Sudan, along with international participation, led a high-level humanitarian visit to Gorom Refugee Camp in Juba, demonstrating solidarity with displaced communities who fled conflict in neighboring countries, including Sudanese refugees. The visit was led by His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot Bin Nahyan…

Source: World Health Organization - United Republic of Tanzania |

Strengthening Emergency Care System in Tanzania

The country faces critical gaps in its emergency response system, including a lack of structured coordination, absence of formal emergency medical services, and no centralized dispatch system

Is currently facing a critical challenge with one of the highest road traffic death rates in sub-Saharan Africa, at 16 deaths per 100,000 people. Many of these fatalities and disabilities could be prevented with timely emergency care. However, the country faces critical gaps in its emergency response system, including a lack…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Congress of the Board of National Union of Eritrean Women (NUEW) in Laelai Gash

During the congress, 14 board members were elected from the administrative areas of Tokombia, Birar, Meflech, Adi-Bigidi, Shilalo, Adi-Tsetser, Sheshebit, and Adhakin

The board of the National Union of Eritrean Women (NUEW) in the Laelai Gash sub-zone held its first congress on 16 and 17 March. During the congress, 14 board members were elected from the administrative areas of Tokombia, Birar, Meflech, Adi-Bigidi, Shilalo, Adi-Tsetser, Sheshebit, and Adhakin. Ms. Rigat Dagnew, Secretary…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Increase in Pregnant Women Delivering at Health Facilities

Highlighting the results of an integrated effort to encourage the public to utilize health facilities, Nurse Mebrahtu stated that the number of women delivering at health facilities has increased by 22%

Due to growing awareness among women in the Molqui sub-zone, the number of pregnant women giving birth at health facilities has been steadily increasing. The report was presented by Nurse Mebrahtu Yemane, head of health facilities in the sub-zone. Highlighting the results of an integrated effort to encourage the public…

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Source: Invest Africa |

Harnessing Natural Capital for Growth: The Africa Debate Returns to London

The focus must shift towards bold policy reforms, investment in value chains, and partnerships that promote industrial growth, ensuring Africa is not just a supplier of raw materials but a leader in global markets

Now in its 11th year, The Africa Debate 2025 returns as London’s leading Africa-focused investment forum, bringing together global policymakers, industry leaders, and investors at the prestigious Guildhall on 2 July 2025.  At a time when Africa’s economic transformation is at a critical inflection point, this year’s debate will focus…

Source: The World Bank Group |

World Bank Enhances Commitment to Human Capital Development in Morocco

The first two financing operations, approved in June 2022 and December 2023, supported substantial legislative changes, including generalizing compulsory health insurance and launching a comprehensive social assistance program

The World Bank's Board of Directors has approved a $600 million financing package for the third phase of the "Strengthening Human Capital for a Resilient Morocco" program. The last in a series of three, this operation aims to enhance Morocco's resilience to health risks, improve human capital during childhood, reduce…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Ethiopia |

Ethiopia Bolsters Public Health Emergency Response Through Workforce Development with Support from the Pandemic Fund

Ethiopia’s continued investment in training and capacity building is paving the way for a more resilient and prepared public health emergency response system

Ethiopia has taken a significant step in strengthening its public health emergency response capacity with the successful completion of the 3rd cohort African Volunteers Health Corps - Strengthening and Utilizing Response Groups for Emergencies Corps (AVoHC-SURGE) Onboarding Training in Adama city 13th January to 13th February 2025. A total of…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

South Africa: Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile concludes working visit to Japan

The Deputy President expressed his appreciation for Japan’s support for South Africa’s Presidency of the G20 and looked forward to collaborating with Japan to ensure that TICAD-9 is a success

Deputy President Sipokosa Paulus Mashatile has successfully concluded his working visit to Japan aimed at reaffirming the strong cooperation between South Africa and Japan in areas of mutual interest.  As the two countries mark 115 years of well established diplomatic relations, the year 2025 also marks a special milestone, with…

Source: African Union (AU) |

Chairperson of the African Union Commission Welcomes the Doha Meeting Between the Leaders of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda

The Chairperson commends the Statesmen of the DRC and Rwanda for their commitment to dialogue and peaceful resolution of the crisis in Eastern DRC

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahamoud Ali Youssouf welcomes the outcomes of the trilateral meeting hosted by the State of Qatar on 18 March 2025 in Doha, bringing together His Excellency President Paul Kagame of the Republic of Rwanda and His Excellency President Félix Tshisekedi of…

Source: South African Government |

Water and Sanitation on Mpumalanga dam levels

The Department reminds the public that South Africa is a water-scarce country, urging everyone to use water wisely and sparingly

Water levels in the Mpumalanga Province remain stable, consistently above 99%, with slight improvements recorded in key reservoirs. According to the latest Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) weekly state of reservoirs report, the average dam levels in the province increased marginally from 99.2% to 99.3%. The Water Management Areas…

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