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Source: U.S. Embassy in South Sudan | an hour ago

Statement from the Embassy of the United States of America – Juba, South Sudan

The Trump Administration has strengthened border security and greatly increased the number of illegal aliens being arrested and deported

To make America safe, strong, and prosperous, President Trump is ensuring that U.S. immigration laws are followed. These include jail time, deportation, and a permanent ban on obtaining a U.S. visa in the future. If you have family or friends who are in the United States illegally, now is the…

Source: Ministry of Health, Kenya | an hour ago

Health CS Hon. Aden Duale Orders Immediate Suspension of Kidney Transplant Services at Mediheal Group of Hospitals

Their suspension is intended to eliminate any potential conflict of interest and ensure that investigations proceed independently and objectively

The Cabinet Secretary for Health, Hon. Aden Duale, EGH, has directed the immediate suspension of all kidney transplant services at Mediheal Group of Hospitals until further notice. This follows serious allegations of malpractice and ethical violations related to transplant procedures at Mediheal Hospital – Eldoret, as outlined in the Ministry’s…

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Source: Verdant Capital | 2 hours ago

Verdant Capital ranked 2nd in DealMakers Africa league table for East Africa

This accolade highlights the firm’s growing influence and consistent performance in East Africa’s corporate finance space

Verdant Capital (www.Verdant-Cap.com) has been ranked second in the Financial Advisers (Transaction Flow) category for East Africa at the 2024 DealMakers AFRICA Awards, under the General Corporate Finance sector. This ranking is the 5th year in the row that Verdant has ranked in the top 3 in the DealMakers Africa…

Source: Foreign Ministry of Oman | 2 hours ago

Electronic Attestation service to launch in Egypt and Jordan

The service will be rolled out gradually to other countries as part of the Ministry's phased implementation plan, in collaboration with Oman Post

The Foreign Ministry is pleased to announce the launch of the seventh phase of the electronic attestation service in Jordan and Egypt, starting from April 22, 2025. The Ministry is committed to providing high-quality consular services, supporting the digital transformation goals of Oman Vision 2040, and facilitating procedures through service digitisation.…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | 13 hours ago

Eritrea: New Dam under Construction in Molqui Sub-zone

Eng. Solomon Gebremeskel, coordinator of the project, stated that the dam’s construction is being carried out in collaboration with local residents and members of the Defense Forces

A new dam is under construction in the Aitaber administrative area of the Molqui sub-zone. The dam is expected to ensure a reliable water supply for both humans and livestock, as well as support the development of irrigation farming. Eng. Solomon Gebremeskel, coordinator of the project, stated that the dam’s…

Source: State House Seychelles | 13 hours ago

Flags to be flown at half-mast in honour of the late Pope Francis

The Government and people of Seychelles join the global community in paying tribute to his spiritual leadership and enduring legacy

The Office of the President has announced that, following the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, all national flags in the Republic of Seychelles will be flown at half-mast as a mark of mourning and respect. This will take effect for the next three days; 22, 23, 24 April 2025,…

Source: Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) | 15 hours ago

Farewell to Pope Francis: A Life of Service; A Death in the Glory of Easter

Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in 1936, served the Church with humility, courage, and a deep love for the poor and excluded

With serene resignation to the will of God, the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (www.NigeriaCatholicNetwork.com/about-CSN) officially announces, on behalf of the President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria, Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday, 21 April 2025, at 7:35…

Source: Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) | 15 hours ago

Death of Pope Francis : The condolences of the African Bishops and of the Church, Family of God in Africa and its Islands

We honor Pope Francis’s life by continuing his mission of love and service, striving to build a Church that is truly inclusive and a world that reflects God's kingdom

The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) (https://SECAM.org) and the entire Church, Family of God in Africa and its Islands join the universal Church in mourning the passing of our beloved Holy Father, Pope Francis. Pope Francis has been more than a shepherd to the universal Church;…

Source: FAO Regional Office for Africa | 17 hours ago

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) exhibits at the 2025 Zimbabwe International Trade Fair

Through participation at the ZITF, FAO will offer in-depth discussions and interactive sessions that align with the core mandate of FAO in Zimbabwe in alignment with national agrifood systems priorities

The Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) is one of the largest inter-regional annual trade fairs in sub-Saharan Africa. The ZITF provides governments, private sector, development partners, research, academia and the public a multi-international expo platform for trade exchange opportunities in the region. Themed, "Industrialisation: Crafting an Integrated Economic Landscape," this 65th blue sapphire…

Source: Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates | 18 hours ago

Morocco: Rabat Hosts 4th Training Cycle for African Election Observers

This 4th edition marks a key milestone in the Rabat-based training process, aimed at equipping the African Union with an important database to serve election observation across Africa and promote democracy

The 4th training cycle for African election observers kicked off on Monday in Rabat, bringing together senior officials from 52 African countries. The opening ceremony was co-chaired by Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Mr. Nasser Bourita, and the African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and…