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

United Nations (UN) expert on freedom of religion or belief to visit Zambia

The expert will seek to get an in-depth understanding of freedom of religion or belief in the country, identify existing and emerging obstacles to the enjoyment of this right

The UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief, Nazila Ghanea, will conduct an official visit to Zambia from 31 March to 11 April 2025. The expert will seek to get an in-depth understanding of freedom of religion or belief in the country, identify existing and emerging obstacles to…

Source: State House Seychelles | 2 hours ago

President Wavel Ramkalawan Celebrates Excellence at the Seychelles Institute for Art and Design (SIAD) Graduation

The event marked the successful graduation of 43 students across four academic disciplines: Fashion and Textile, Visual Arts, Fine Art, and Graphic Design

The Seychelles Institute for Art and Design (SIAD) held its annual graduation ceremony this afternoon at the University of Seychelles Theatre, with President Wavel Ramkalawan and First Lady Linda Ramkalawan attending as distinguished guests of honor. The event marked the successful graduation of 43 students across four academic disciplines: Fashion…

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

South Africa: President Ramaphosa assents to General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill

The amendment Act disestablishes the current State Security Agency as a national government department and replaces it with two separate departments

President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law the General Intelligence Laws Amendment Bill which is the basis for significant reforms of South Africa’s intelligence services that will be accompanied by improved oversight and accountability. The amendment Act amends the National Strategic Intelligence Act of 1994, the Intelligence Services Act of…

Source: African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) | 2 hours ago

Newly deployed African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) officers train on Civil-Military relations to strengthen community relations

The participants covered various topics, including the African Union processes required to initiate Quick Impact Projects (QIPs), stabilisation and planning, CIMIC reporting

Sixteen newly deployed military officers, serving with the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), have completed an intense five-day Training of Trainers (ToT) course on Civil-Military Cooperation (CIMIC) to strengthen community relations in their areas of operation. The training, jointly organised by the AUSSOM Force Headquarters CIMIC…

Source: African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR) | 2 hours ago

End of the Submission Period for Written and Oral Testimonies to the Fact-Finding Mission on Sudan

The next phase of the Fact-Finding Mission will involve the analysis and assessment of the collected information, ensuring that all documented violations are accurately reflected in the final report

The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) announces the end of the submission period for written and oral testimonies to the Fact-Finding Mission (FFM) on Sudan, which officially ended on 28 March 2025. Since the launch of the call for submissions, the FFM has received a significant number…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) | 2 hours ago

West Africa: Strengthening Staff Welfare Mechanisms in Response to Regional Dynamics at 38th Annual General Meeting of the Staff Mutual Credit Union

In outlining strategic directions for the Union, the President of the ECOWAS Staff Mutual Credit Union, Mr. Jimmy Ife-Ilori, announced a set of forward-looking initiatives designed to enhance member access and financial flexibility

The ECOWAS Commission has reiterated its unwavering commitment to the welfare and financial resilience of its staff through strengthened collaboration with the ECOWAS Staff Mutual Credit Union. This assurance was given during the 38th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Union, held on 27 March 2025 at the ECOWAS Commission…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) | 2 hours ago

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Strengthens Capacity of Member States for Effective Implementation of Regional Tax Reforms

This will ultimately contribute to improved tax policy formulation, administration and implementation within the ECOWAS region

In line with its mandate to support Member States in strengthening their capacity to implement regional tax policies and administration, the ECOWAS Commission , through the Directorate of Customs Union and Taxation, has organized a four-day workshop on “Enhancing Capacity for Effective Implementation of the ECOWAS Adopted Methodology on Tax Expenditure” to…

Source: African Union (AU) | 2 hours ago

The African Union (AU) Commission Chairperson Condemns Terrorist Attack on Cameroonian Military

The Chairperson extends heartfelt condolences on behalf of the African Union to the families of the fallen soldiers, as well as to the Government and people of Cameroon

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, expresses deep shock and unequivocally condemns the heinous terrorist attack carried out by Boko Haram on 24 March 2025 against the Cameroonian military in Wulgo, within the Lake Chad Basin. The attack, executed using an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), underscores…

Source: UN News | 3 hours ago

Despite renewed conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo), protection for civilians is paramount: Keita

The head of MONUSCO added that the UN mission has invested in mediation efforts led by Angola, providing "physical knowledge of the terrain", underscoring that it stands ready to support "the observation of a real ceasefire"

As the conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has intensified in recent months, the UN peacekeeping mission, MONUSCO, has been working to protect civilians - including in areas under the control of the Rwandan-backed M23 armed group in North Kivu province. That’s according to the head of MONUSCO, Bintou Keita,…

Source: UN News | 3 hours ago

Tens of millions risk starvation as funding cuts deepen crises in Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo): World Health Organization (WHO), World Food Programme (WFP)

Sharply declining aid could force tens of millions across the globe who rely on food aid into extreme hunger and starvation, the World Food Programme (WFP) warned on Friday

The United Nations agency has received only $1.57 billion of the $21.1 billion required to sustain its operations this year, with donations slashed by 40 per cent after cuts from major donors like the United States. “WFP is prioritizing countries with the greatest needs and stretching food rations at the frontlines.…

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