Source: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) |

In an age of uncertainty, Africa needs to lean towards resilience, inclusion, and transformation – Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) Chief

To mobilise domestic resources, Mr. Gatete emphasised the need to enhance tax revenue collection through digitalisation, broadening the tax base, and improving tax administration

During an African Consultative Group meeting with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva organised on the margins of the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings, Claver Gatete, Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), discussed the pressing economic, social, and geopolitical challenges facing the continent. In his remarks, Gatete emphasised that…

Source: International Trade Centre |

Africa’s coffee finds a new frontier in the Gulf

African entrepreneurs are redefining the future of coffee, building strong brands while creating lasting impact in their communities

World of Coffee Dubai continues to be a key platform for global coffee entrepreneurs—especially African producers—to connect with buyers and industry players. Highlighting naturally processed coffees, they aimed to position Africa as a reliable sourcing hub for Gulf markets. African entrepreneurs are redefining the future of coffee, building strong brands…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) |

Expanded use of new dual-insecticide nets offers hope for malaria control efforts in Africa

Since 2000, the global malaria response, including through ITN distribution campaigns, has helped prevent more than 2 billion cases and nearly 13 million deaths

Insecticide-treated nets (ITNs) have been a cornerstone of malaria prevention efforts over the past 2 decades, and their widespread use has been instrumental in preventing the disease and saving lives. Since 2000, the global malaria response, including through ITN distribution campaigns, has helped prevent more than 2 billion cases and…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia |

Liberia: President Boakai Declares Friday, April 25, as “World Malaria Day”

The proclamation has called upon the Ministry of Health and other Government Agencies, as well as International Organizations concerned to initiate and execute programs to mark the commemoration of the day

The President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has, by proclamation, declared Friday, April 25, 2025, as "World Malaria Day," and is to be observed throughout the Republic as a Working Holiday. According to a Foreign Ministry release, April 25, 2025 is the 18th World Malaria Day,…

Source: WHO Regional Office for Africa |

Vaccination progress helps save millions of lives in African region

Africa has also made tremendous progress in the fight against polio, recording a 93% decline in circulating variant poliovirus type 1 cases from 2023 to 2024 and a 65% decrease in variant poliovirus type 1 cases in just the past year

An increase in vaccine coverage in Africa is helping protect millions of people from life-threatening diseases such as measles, polio and cervical cancer. In 2023, vaccination saved at least 1.8 million lives in the African region, nearly half the global figure of 4.2 million. These advancements have been possible thanks…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The State of Qatar |

Qatar, Ghana Hold Second Round of Political Consultations

During the consultations, both sides discussed bilateral cooperation relations and ways to support and strengthen them

The second round of political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar and the Republic of Ghana was held Thursday in the Ghanaian capital, Accra. The Qatari delegation was led by HE Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The State of Qatar |

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Meets Morocco's Foreign Minister

During the meeting, both sides discussed bilateral relations and explored ways to support and enhance cooperation between the two countries

HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi met Thursday in Rabat with HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates of the Kingdom of Morocco Nasser Bourita. During the meeting, both sides discussed bilateral relations and explored ways to support and enhance cooperation…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - South Sudan |

African Vaccination Week 2025: Big Catch-Up and vaccine introduction to boost South Sudan’s health

South Sudan’s Ministry of Health highlighted the progress that has been driven by the Expanded programme on Immunization and called on the people of South Sudan to take an active role by getting vaccinated

Mrs. Lavina Mariba, today, celebrated the launch of the African vaccination week as a proud mother, with all her three children fully vaccinated and every family member up to date with their shots. “All my children are fully vaccinated, my husband and I as well,” said Mariba “my children have…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Meeting on Implementation of Development Programs

The participants held extensive discussions on the matters raised during the meeting and adopted various recommendations

Mr. Rezene Araya, Administrator of the Keren sub-zone, held a meeting with local residents focusing on the implementation of development programs, particularly water and soil conservation efforts. Stating that water and soil conservation, along with afforestation, is receiving nationwide attention, Mr. Rezene called on the public to enhance their organizational…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Pre-natal Treatment in Barentu Health Center

The health center provides pre-natal care, child vaccination, regular healthcare services for adults and children under five, as well as laboratory and pharmacy services

Nurse Wegahta Kidane, head of Barentu Health Center, reported that pre-natal treatment for pregnant women has increased by 110%. Nurse Wegahta further noted that the health center provides pre-natal care, child vaccination, regular healthcare services for adults and children under five, as well as laboratory and pharmacy services, among others.…

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