Source: Department of Foreign Affairs, Republic of the Philippines |

Philippine Ambassador Presents Credentials to Central African Republic President

President Touadéra expressed hope that the Philippine private sector will look at the huge potential of the CAR and consider investing in the country to support its economic development

Philippine Ambassador to Nigeria Mersole J. Mellejor presented his credentials to President Faustin-Archange Touadéra of the Central African Republic (CAR) at the Renaissance Palace in the country's capital Bangui on Tuesday, 18 March 2025. Ambassador Mellejor told President Touadéra of his intention, as the top representative of the Philippines in…

Source: United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) |

“Life is dangerous for women in this camp”: In the Central African Republic, survivors of sexual violence lose critical support as funding is slashed

In 2025, UNFPA needs US$16.5 million for its programmes in the Central African Republic, especially for the most underserved communities

 “Life is dangerous for women in this camp,” said Mariam Zakaria, 32, who recently fled brutal violence and conflict in Sudan, returning to the Central African Republic, her home country. “If you want to work, someone might not hire you unless they can take advantage of you. And if a…

Source: UN News |

United Nations (UN) report reveals brutal attacks targeting Muslims, refugees in Central African Republic

The civil war in Sudan and tensions in southern Chad, have led to an influx of refugees, asylum seekers and returnees to already overwhelmed areas of CAR

A UN report released on Wednesday has uncovered a pattern of grave human rights violations committed by armed groups in southeast Central African Republic (CAR), targeting Muslim communities and Sudanese refugees. Investigations by the UN human rights office (OHCHR) and the UN peacekeeping mission in the country, MINUSCA, found evidence of summary…

Source: African Union (AU) |

10th African Day of School Feeding Commemorated in Bangui with Renewed Commitments to Expanding School Meal Programs Across Africa

AU Member States now provide 70 percent of school feeding funds, a testament to their commitment to investing in education and nutrition

The African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the Government of the Central African Republic (CAR) and development partners, commemorated the 10th Anniversary of the African Day of School Feeding (ADSF) in Bangui, CAR, under the theme “A Decade of Nourishment: Celebrating the Past, Securing a Just Future.” The event…

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

First Stakeholder Meeting on Raising Awareness for the Eradication of Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) for the Central African Region

PPR continues to ravage small ruminant herds, a highly contagious and fatal disease, creating all manner of disruptions in the socioeconomic environment and trade

A top livestock health problem in Africa that touches the lives of millions of people relying on small ruminants for income and food security is the battle against Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), affecting small ruminants. Sheep and goats are important in Central Africa, where a diversity of animal species-from…

Source: WHO Regional Office for Africa |

Protecting the Central African Republic’s remote communities from polio

The vaccination team navigated difficult terrain, poor road conditions and the risk of armed groups presence in the area

In the ongoing efforts to eradicate polio, the Central African Republic has placed a special emphasis on reaching vulnerable and underserved populations. Populations in mining regions like Zoubala, a locality in the Bossombélé district about two hours from Bangui, the capital, face unique challenges and heightened risks of poliovirus transmission. In…

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

Central African Republic: Independent Expert welcomes Adoption of Law on Protection of Human Rights Defenders

The law is intended to strengthen the contribution of civil society organisations to the implementation and monitoring of sectoral programmes, the National Human Rights Policy and the National Development Plan

The Independent Expert on the human rights situation in the Central African Republic, Yao Agbetse today welcomed the adoption of a law to protect human rights defenders in the Central African Republic (CAR) which was adopted by the National Assembly on 27 December 2024. “This historic legislation marks a crucial…

Source: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) |

Central African refugees return home from Cameroon after a decade in exile

As the security situation improves in some areas of the Central African Republic, UNHCR has supported more than 12,000 refugees to return home from neighbouring countries this year

The atmosphere in the Timangolo refugee camp in eastern Cameroon is filled with excitement as refugees from the Central Africa Republic (CAR) prepare for a long-awaited journey home. Halimatou Sadia, 40, makes sure that her daughter’s hair is braided, henna applied to their hands, and that her boys are well-groomed.…

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Source: African Energy Chamber |

Central African Pipeline System Committee President to Deliver Investor Presentation at African Energy Week (AEW) 2024

Gabriel Mbaga Obiang Lima, President of the Strategic Partnership and Fund Committee of CAPS, will showcase the project’s role in connecting Central African countries to a unified energy network and promoting regional energy integration

The Central African Pipeline System (CAPS) is advancing as a key infrastructure project aimed at enhancing energy access and economic development in the region. Gabriel Mbaga Obiang Lima, President of the Strategic Partnership and Fund Committee of CAPS, will deliver an exclusive presentation on the ongoing project at the African…

Source: European Union External Action: The Diplomatic Service of the European Union |

Central African Republic: Council Extends the Mandate of the European Union (EU) Advisory Mission for Two Years

The mission supports the functioning of coherent and accountable security providers, under full national ownership

The Council today adopted a decision extending the mandate of the EU advisory mission in the Central African Republic (EUAM RCA) for a further two years, until 7 August 2026, with a budget allocation of over €24 million for this period. EUAM RCA was established in December 2019 with the…

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