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Source: Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) | 2 hours ago

Going beyond complacency required to uphold freedom of religion or belief in Zambia: United Nations (UN) expert

The Special Rapporteur held meetings with Government officials and agencies in Lusaka

Complacency regarding freedom of religion or belief is holding Zambia back from progressing this freedom further, for all, and on an equal basis throughout the country, a UN expert said today. “Zambians are rightly proud of their country, its openness and their alignment with Ubuntu, cordiality and connectedness,” the Special…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | 2 hours ago

President Ramaphosa meets with South African Council of Churches over issues of national interest

The President assured the church leaders that South Africa will continue to pursue an independent foreign policy and will not align itself with any of the major powers or blocs in the world

President Cyril Ramaphosa has today, Friday, 11 April 2025, hosted the leadership of the South African Council of Churches (SACC) at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. The meeting was the first engagement between Government and the leadership of the church since the start of the 7th Administration under the banner of…

Source: African Union (AU) | 3 hours ago

Africa Multi-Hazard Early Warning System for Early Action (AMHEWAS) increases early-warning products, moves to strengthen disaster preparedness further

Meeting articulates the effective mechanisms for the co-production of AMHEWAS products

The African Union Commission (AUC), with support from the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), CIMA Research Foundation, and Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through the Africa Multi-Hazard Early Warning System for Early Action (AMHEWAS) Programme is holding the 3rd coordination and co-production meeting for AMHEWAS products to enhance…

Source: Council of the European Union | 3 hours ago

Sudan: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union marking two years of war

The EU calls on all states supplying arms and funds to the belligerents to cease their support immediately and unite in favour of peace

For the past two years, war in Sudan has brutally impacted the lives of millions of civilians. It has dimmed the hopes of the revolution of 2018/19. Fragmentation has deepened along political and ethnic lines. Sudan’s unity and territorial integrity are in peril. The EU is concerned by the intentions…

Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament | 3 hours ago

Select Committee Considers Negotiating Mandates on Marine Oil Pollution Preparedness Bill

The committee also appreciated the constructive contributions made by the provinces and the Department of Transport in working towards finalising this important piece of legislation

The Select Committee on Public Infrastructure and the Ministries in the Presidency met yesterday to consider the negotiating mandates from the nine provincial legislatures on the Marine Oil Pollution Preparedness, Response and Cooperation Bill [B10-2022]. The committee said it is pleased to receive the inputs and proposals from the provinces,…

Source: UN News | 3 hours ago

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) crisis: Children subjected to deliberate, systemic sexual violence

Stigma, fear, and insecurity means many cases go unreported, creating a hidden epidemic of sexual violence that should “shake us to our core”

Sexual violence against children in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has reached staggering proportions, with the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) reporting thousands of new cases in just two months – evidence that it’s being used as a systemic weapon of war and deliberate terror tactic. Spokesperson James Elder told reporters…

Source: International Monetary Fund (IMF) | 3 hours ago

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Staff Completes 2025 Article IV Mission to Mauritius

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Mariana Colacelli visited Mauritius from March 31 to April 11, 2025, to conduct the 2025 Article IV Consultation

The Mauritian economy continues to exhibit resilience with growth at 4.7 percent in 2024 and contained inflation. The growth outlook remains favorable, though risks are to the downside. Mauritius needs to recalibrate the macroeconomic policy mix to rebuild fiscal space. The monetary policy framework needs to be strengthened while continued…

Source: State House Seychelles | 4 hours ago

Seychelles Institute of Technology Celebrates 20th Graduation Ceremony

Graduates were conferred qualifications at Apprenticeship Certificate, Full-time Certificate, Advanced Certificate, and National Diploma levels

The Seychelles Institute of Technology (SIT) commemorated its 20th Graduation Ceremony this afternoon, awarding certificates to more than 200 graduates across a broad spectrum of technical and vocational disciplines. The occasion was attended by His Excellency President Wavel Ramkalawan and First Lady Mrs. Linda Ramkalawan, along with the Minister for…

Source: African Union (AU) | 5 hours ago

African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson met with H.E. Niels Annen, Parliamentary State Secretary to the German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development

Discussions focused on strengthening strategic partnerships, including Germany’s valued support to the Africa CDC, peace and security initiatives, and regional integration efforts

The Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, met with H.E. Niels Annen, Parliamentary State Secretary to the German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, to advance AU–Germany cooperation. Discussions focused on strengthening strategic partnerships, including Germany’s valued support to the Africa CDC, peace and security initiatives, and regional…

Source: African Union (AU) | 5 hours ago

African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson received H.E. Mr. Tsutomu Nakagawa, Ambassador of Japan to the African Union

The Chairperson expressed appreciation for Japan’s commitment to multilateralism, its direct support to AU-led initiatives, and longstanding trade and development partnerships with AU Member States

The Chairperson of the AU Commission received H.E. Mr. Tsutomu Nakagawa, Ambassador of Japan to the African Union, for a productive exchange on strengthening AU–Japan relations. They discussed deepening bilateral cooperation, Japan’s continued support to AU, including peace and security efforts, and preparations for the upcoming TICAD Summit. They agreed…

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