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United Arab Emirates (UAE) Condemns Car Ramming Attack at Market in Germany

The Ministry expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the government and people of the Federal Republic of Germany, and to the families of the victims of this deplorable attack, as well as its wishes for a speedy recovery for all the injured

The United Arab Emirates has condemned the criminal car ramming attack at a market in the German town of Magdeburg, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of dozens of innocent people.  In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that the UAE expresses its strong condemnation of…

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His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot Bin Nahyan Meets President of South Africa

During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to enhance ties between the UAE and South Africa across various sectors

His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot Bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, met with His Excellency Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa, in a meeting attended by His Excellency Dr. Thani Bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, in Johannesburg. H.E. Sheikh Shakhboot Bin Nahyan…

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Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio Presides Over Swearing-In of Chief Justice, Reaffirms Judiciary as Pillar of Democracy

The ceremony marked a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to uphold justice, fairness, and the rule of law, reaffirming the judiciary’s central role in maintaining democracy and protecting the rights of all citizens

His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has presided over the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Chief Justice, Mr. Komba Kamanda Esq., at State House. During the event, President Bio emphasized the judiciary’s pivotal role as one of the strongest pillars of democracy in Sierra Leone. The ceremony commenced…

Source: UN News |

Security and economic woes plague West Africa, as key elections loom

West Africa and the Sahel continue to grapple with a confluence of political, security and humanitarian crises as countries prepares for pivotal elections in 2025, the UN special envoy for the vast region told ambassadors in the Security Council on Friday

Leonardo Santos Simão, highlighted upcoming presidential elections in Côte d’Ivoire and Guinea-Bissau, and the adoption of constitutional reforms amid a strained political environment in Gambia. He also commended recent successful elections in Ghana and Senegal, noting the signing of a “Peace Pact” by all presidential candidates in Ghana and the smooth…

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Madagascar: African Development Fund approves a grant of over $9 million to strengthen protection and sustainable use systems for natural capital and ecosystems

The project will help secure the land in the protected areas concerned and support the local economy through income-generating activities

The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund (https://apo-opa.co/4iITWIP) – the African Development Bank Group’s (www.AfDB.org) concessional financing window – approved a donation of $9.42 million to Madagascar to implement climate resilience through the Preservation of Biodiversity in National Parks Project. The grant, agreed on 18 December 2024 in…

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Chad: New EUR 28 million African Development Bank-funded solar project to boost Chad's energy access

The solar plants are expected to generate 61 gigawatt-hours of clean, reliable, and affordable energy each year responding to Chad’s energy deficit

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved funding worth EUR 28 million to build solar power plants in Gassi and Lamadji, Chad. This is part of the Bank's Desert to Power program to increase energy access across Africa. The funding includes EUR 20 million…

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Many Africans experience difficulty and disrespect in accessing public services, new Afrobarometer Pan-Africa Profile shows

Analysis of the data also shows that experiencing a lack of respect by public service providers is correlated with more negative views of the government and of democracy itself

Many Africans find it challenging to access public services, with significant minorities reporting disrespectful treatment by service providers, the latest Afrobarometer (www.Afrobarometer.org) Pan-Africa Profile (https://apo-opa.co/3VPqabk) shows. Based on data from 39 African countries, the new report focuses on the experiences of citizens who sought services from public health facilities, public schools, government agencies…

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CORRECTION: 2025 Basketball Africa League Combine to be Held January 10-12 in Rabat, Morocco

More Than 30 Aspiring Players from Africa, Europe, the U.S. and Around the World to Attend BAL Combine

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (https://BAL.NBA.com) will host a Combine in Rabat for a second consecutive year from Friday, Jan. 10 – Sunday, Jan. 12. The three-day scouting event, which will be held at the Ibn Yassine Omnisports Hall, will feature more than 30 aspiring players from Africa, Europe, the U.S.…

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2025 Basketball Africa League Combine to be Held January 10-12 in Rabat, Morocco

More Than 30 Aspiring Players from Africa, Europe, the U.S. and Around the World to Attend BAL Combine

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (BAL.NBA.com/) will host a Combine in Rabat for a second consecutive year from Friday, Jan. 10 – Sunday, Jan. 12.  The three-day scouting event, which will be held at the Ibn Yassine Omnisports Hall, will feature more than 30 aspiring players from Africa, Europe, the…

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Revolutionize your Business Plan: How Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Making Entrepreneurship Easier

AI gives you a structure, but your own ideas and understanding of your business makes the plan unique

In today's fast-paced business world, writing a comprehensive business plan can feel overwhelming for entrepreneurs. However, with the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI), this process is becoming more efficient and accessible. This guide shows how to use AI tools to create a business plan for your idea. Think of AI…