Source: Human Rights Watch (HRW) |

Kenya: Floods Threaten Marginalized People

Kenya’s government has a human rights obligation to prevent foreseeable harm from climate change and extreme weather events and to protect people when a disaster strikes

Kenyan authorities have not responded adequately to flash floods resulting from heavy rains, Human Rights Watch said today. The floods have left at least 170 people dead; displaced more than 200,000; destroyed property, infrastructure, and livelihoods across the country; and exacerbated socioeconomic vulnerabilities. Kenya’s government has a human rights obligation…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: International Workers Day Observed

The event was attended by Ministers, senior government officials, PFDJ members, and invited guests

International Workers Day, 1 May, was observed at the premises of the National Confederation of Eritrean Workers under the theme “Professional Competence Development Stimulant.” The event was attended by Ministers, senior government officials, PFDJ members, and invited guests. Mr. Kibreab Kidane, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Confederation of Eritrean Workers,…

Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

South Africa: Speakers’ Forum meets in Pretoria Tomorrow

Parliament and all nine provincial legislatures will present their 6th term Legacy Reports with important reflections on the work done during the term

The South African Legislative Sector (SALS) will tomorrow hold its last quarterly Speakers' Forum meeting for the 6th term of Parliament at The Capital Menlyn Maine Hotel, Pretoria. Parliament and all nine provincial legislatures will present their 6th term Legacy Reports with important reflections on the work done during the…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

President El-Sisi Offers Condolences to United Arab Emirates (UAE) President over Passing of Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed

The President expressed his deepest condolences to the leadership and people of the United Arab Emirates

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi extended his condolences to President of the United Arab Emirates, H. H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, over the death of H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, who left behind a long journey of dedication, during which he exerted sincere efforts and devotion…

Source: South African Rugby |

Solontsi, Mabenge return to Test fray against Cameroon

The pair last played together at the same venue in the same competition a year ago, where Mabenge topped the points’ scoring stakes with six tries

Sizophila Solontsi and Nomawethu Mabenge will make welcome returns to Test rugby after being named in the Springbok Women’s starting team to face Cameroon in the 2024 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup opener in Madagascar on Saturday. The pair last played together at the same venue in the same competition a…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission engages partners with a view of strengthening collaboration for innovative early warning solutions in West Africa

The roundtable was attended by representatives of the diplomatic corps, academia, NGO’s, think tanks, research institutions, and US Government agencies, including the Africa Centre for Strategic Studies

The Vice President of the Commission, H. E. Damtien L. Tchintchibidja, led an ECOWAS delegation to Washington, D.C., USA, from April 2nd to 6, 2024, to foster partnerships for enhanced Early Warning and Early Warning Response in the ECOWAS region. The main objective of the mission was to meet with…

Source: European Union External Action: The Diplomatic Service of the European Union |

New Head of European Union Capacity (EUCAP) Somalia takes up duties

The Mission provides strategic level advice, mentoring, capacity building and training on issues ranging from coastguard functions to police-prosecution cooperation and law drafting

Mr. Kęstutis Lančinskas, the new Head of Mission of EUCAP Somalia, met with Mr. Stefano Tomat, Civilian Operations Commander and Managing Director of CPCC HQ prior to taking up duties in Somalia. Mr. Lancinskas takes over the leadership of EUCAP Somalia from Mr. Kauko Aaltomaa with effect from 1 May.…

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International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) Concludes Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group Annual Meetings with Strategic Agreements and Global Engagements

High-Level Discussions and Financial & Technical Assistance Agreements Highlight ITFC’s Commitment to Enhancing Economic Cooperation Among OIC Member Countries

During the final day of the 49th IsDB Annual Meetings, the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (http://www.ITFC-idb.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, held further high-level discussions with member countries including Guinea Conakry and Turkmenistan, and partner banks and financial institutions. The outcomes achieved during the…

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Source: Radisson Hotel Group |

Morocco’s first Radisson-branded hotel opens in Casablanca

The opening of Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle marks Radisson Hotel Group’s second hotel in Casablanca and the ninth hotel opening in Morocco

Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle (https://apo-opa.co/3ToAJ36) (www.RadissonHotels.com) opens its doors as the first upscale Radisson-branded hotel in Morocco. Situated in the heart of the vibrant Gauthier district in Casablanca, the thriving port city that fronts the Atlantic Ocean, the opening of Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle marks Radisson Hotel…

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Source: Islamic Development Bank Group Business Forum (THIQAH) |

The Islamic Development Bank Group Business Forum “THIQAH” and the Federation of Saudi Chambers (FSC) sign a memorandum of understanding to enhance business and investment opportunities

The main objective of the MOU is to exchange investment opportunities that can be implemented in cooperation between the member countries of the Islamic Development Bank Group

The Business Forum of the Islamic Development Bank Group (THIQAH) (www.IDBGBF.org) and the Federation of Saudi Chambers concluded a joint agreement and cooperation by signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to facilitate cooperation between the two parties and work closely to enhance, support, and consolidate integration efforts between the economy…