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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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Newly renovated Palouch-Malakal road gives hope to communities, amid security concerns

For communities living in Palouch, trade and livelihoods are expected to improve—a relief during these times of economic crisis

What started as a dream has now become a reality: the road from Malakal to Melut in South Sudan’s Upper Nile state, is open for regular and business transportation, cutting travel time from six hours to one-and-a-half. Given continuing security concerns in the state, the Palouch-Malakal road is a much-needed beacon…

Merck Foundation

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    • Merck Foundation CEO with The First Lady of Burundi and Merck Foundation Alumni from Burundi
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Merck Foundation marks World Health Day through their 2250+ Medical Scholarships in 44 Critical Specialties across 52 Countries, in partnership with African First Ladies

As per a WHO, African region has a ratio of only 1.55 health workers including physicians, nurses and midwives per 1000 people

Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany marks “World Health Day” 2025 in partnership with Africa’s First Ladies who are also the Ambassadors of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” Campaign, with a strong reaffirmation of its commitment to improving and revolutionizing healthcare access across Africa, Asia…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Seminar on Work Value and Productivity in Keren

Mr. Ismail also called on workers to contribute more to ensuring social justice, develop technological capacity, cultivate a reading culture, and pursue self-improvement through training and education

A seminar focusing on work values and productivity was conducted in Keren city on 23 April. The seminar was organized by the National Confederation of Eritrean Workers branch in the Anseba Region. Mr. Ismail Mohammednur, Head of Organizational Affairs of the PFDJ in the region, stated that a worker equipped…

The African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR)
Source: The African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) |

Continental Consultations Begin for Africa’s Donkey Development and Protection Strategy

The four-day strategy write-shop, graciously hosted by the Government of Burkina Faso, was officially opened by a representative from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Resources, and Fisheries (MRAH)

A Technical Working Group (TWG) comprising representatives from Regional Economic Communities (RECs), African Union Member States, and animal welfare organizations convened in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso from 7th to 11th April 2025 to initiate the formulation of a Pan-African Donkey Strategy. Led by the African Union – InterAfrican Bureau for Animal…

African Energy Chamber
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Capricornus 1-X Adds to String of Successes in Namibia’s Offshore Oil Boom

The African Energy Chamber welcomes the Capricornus 1-X light oil discovery as a game-changing development for Namibia, solidifying the Orange Basin’s status as a world-class petroleum province and opening the door to transformative economic and energy opportunities

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org) strongly endorses the successful light oil discovery at the Capricornus 1-X exploration well in Namibia’s offshore Block 2914A – announced on April 24 – calling it a pivotal moment in the country’s energy evolution. The discovery solidifies the Orange Basin’s status as a major…

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
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United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR): Funding shortfalls threaten emergency response to Congolese refugees arriving in Burundi

New arrivals fleeing conflict in the DRC have led to the first new refugee emergency unfolding amid the current global humanitarian funding crisis, and the consequences are already stark

The humanitarian response in Burundi to the growing influx of refugees from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is being pushed to its limits as the deepening funding crisis threatens critical aid and strains relations between refugees and the host community, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, warned today. New…

UN News
Source: UN News |

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) crisis forces refugees to swim for their lives to Burundi

Since January, more than 71,000 people have crossed into Burundi, fleeing ongoing violence in eastern DRC, UNHCR data shows

The number of desperate refugees fleeing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and seeking safety in Burundi continues to rise, placing immense pressure on aid agencies struggling to cope with an escalating crisis amid dwindling resources. “We’re pushed to our limits,” said Ayaki Ito, Director for Emergencies…

Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
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The human rights record of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic to be examined by Universal Periodic Review

The Lao People’s Democratic Republic is one of 14 States to be reviewed by the UPR Working Group during its upcoming session from 28 April to 9 May 2025

The human rights record of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic will be examined by the United Nations Human Rights Council’s Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group for the fourth time on Tuesday, 29 April 2025, in a meeting in Geneva that will be webcast live. The Lao People’s Democratic Republic is…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Calls for Immediate Restoration of Calm in Morobo and Yei Counties

UNMISS appeals to all military actors to refrain from conflict, prioritize the protection of civilians, resolve differences through dialogue, and ensure unimpeded access for peacekeepers to reinforce security

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is deeply concerned by reports of clashes between the South Sudan People’s Defense Forces and Sudan People’s Liberation Army-in Opposition in Morobo and Yei counties, Central Equatoria State, which have led to civilian displacement and casualties. The Mission calls for an immediate…

Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation
Source: Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation |

Shaping Africa’s Public Service for Global Impact: A Critical Look at the AIG Public Leaders Programme

This initiative reflects a broader trend observed globally: the recognition that leadership development is crucial for reform

Across the globe, effective public service stands as the cornerstone of sustainable governance and development. From Europe to Asia, the drive to professionalise public administration has transformed nations by ensuring citizens receive timely, efficient and equitable services. In Africa—where rapid urbanisation, economic transformation and social inclusion remain at the forefront…

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