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Orange Middle East and Africa

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Orange announces the winners of the 14th edition of the Orange Social Venture Prize in Africa and the Middle East (OSVP)

5 of the 1,600 candidates from 17 countries won awards at the international ceremony

The winners of the 14th edition of OSVP, which recognizes and supports startups whose technological solutions have a positive social impact in Africa and the Middle East, were announced at the international ceremony. The event took place at the Royal Mansour in Casablanca and was attended by many prominent guests,…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Air Transport Ministers Endorse Regional Strategy to Remove Taxes from Air Transport and Reduce Charges By 25%, Effective January 1, 2026

The discussions centred on developing concrete strategies and common policies to lower air travel costs, which are currently among the highest globally

Air Transport Ministers from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) convened in Lomé, Togo, to address the pressing challenges of high air transport costs and to fortify aviation security across the region. The ministers also considered a proposal for compensation to passengers in the case of excessive flight…

EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC)

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29th Conference of the Parties (COP29): The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce to host a panel discussion on Access to Finance & Sustainability at the Côte d'Ivoire Pavilion on 14th November at 3:30pm

The Baku panel will explore avenues for sustainable growth in African maritime with participation from leaders across banking, public policy, and sustainability sectors

The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC) (https://EU-Africa-Chamber.org/) is pleased to announce a panel discussion entitled "Access to Finance & Sustainability: A Call to Action for Resilient Growth in Africa," taking place at COP 29 in Baku, and hosted at the Côte d'Ivoire Pavilion with the presence of HEM Jaqcues Konan…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission Celebrates African Creativity at the 15th Edition of Biennale de Dakar, Dakar, Senegal

The ECOWAS Commission remains committed to supporting projects that strengthen cultural bonds , promote peace and regional cohesion through the arts and culture

The ECOWAS Commission celebrates African creativity at the 15th edition of the Biennale de Dakar of Contemporary African Art (Dak’Art), organized under the compelling theme “The Wake, l’éveil, le sillage, xall wi.” Taking place from November 7 to December 7, 2024, this prestigious cultural event gathers contemporary artists, art enthusiasts, and cultural stakeholders…

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Unlocking Opportunities and Driving Progress: Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit

Under the official patronage of Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Energy and Power Development for 2024, the summit will unveil energy project plans from both countries

The Zimbabwe-Zambia (Zim-Zam) Energy Projects Summit will take place from November 18-20, 2024, in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, and could not be more timely. With the governments of both countries making innovative structural changes to make energy projects more bankable, appetite for investment is high. This is the opportunity to secure…

African Union (AU)
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Joint Press Release: 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to Feature High-Level Focus on Clean Cooking as African Union and Tanzania Unite for Climate Solutions

By elevating clean cooking to the highest levels of political decision-making, African countries can create an enabling environment for innovation, investment, and sustainable development

At COP29 in Azerbaijan, the African Union (AU) and the United Republic of Tanzania will join forces in a high-level side event to make clean cooking a central part of the global climate agenda. The event, “Addressing Clean Cooking Challenges in Africa: A Call for African Leadership,” will take place…

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Morocco beckons: Unlock the lucrative potential of Africa's rising tourism star at the Morocco Showcase Summit

The summit will highlight the opportunities for hotel brands and investors to establish themselves in Morocco's thriving hospitality market with immense potential

The inaugural Morocco Showcase Summit: Tourism, Hospitality, Invest will take place Nov. 19-20 at the Marriott Hotel in Casablanca, emphasising how Morocco creates a compelling opportunity for Arabian investors to diversify their portfolios and capitalise on the country's booming hospitality market. The bilingual English and French summit, a collaboration of…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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H.E. Dr Omar Alieu Touray, President of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission Attends the First Ministerial Conference of the Russia – Africa Partnership Forum, at Sirius Federal Territory, Sochi – Russian Federation

The Minister underscored the important role that regional organizations, such as ECOWAS plays in the promotion of socio – economic development, peace and security of their members

The high – level First Ministerial Conference of the Russia – Africa Partnership Forum opened on 8TH November, 2024 at Sirius Federal Territory – Russian Federation. The forum commenced with Bilateral Meetings hosted by the Russian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E Bogdanov Mikhail Leonidovich with Heads of Delegations, including…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Organises a Three-Day In-Country Capacity Building Workshop for National Stakeholders on Utilising the Continental Results Framework (CRF) for Monitoring and Reporting the Implementation of the Women, Peace and Security Agenda in the Gambia

The workshop convened over 30 participants from government ministries, agencies, women and youth organizations, the Federation of the Disabled, the National Assembly, and CSOs

The ECOWAS Directorate of Humanitarian and Social Affairs, in partnership with the Minis-try of Gender, Children, and Social Welfare in The Gambia, held a three-day Capacity Build-ing Workshop on the Continental Results Framework (CRF) for Monitoring and Reporting on the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda from October 23-25, 2024,…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)-facilitated dialogue in Ibba reinforces that peace begins with inclusivity

This movement is evidence in the heart of Ibba, Western Equatoria, where people are uniting in a call for inclusivity, particularly in the making of a permanent constitution ahead of elections

As South Sudan prepares for its first democratic elections as a sovereign state, a grassroots movement is emerging where people across the country are demanding the right to participate in the process, particularly among those who have traditionally been marginalized. This movement is evidence in the heart of Ibba, Western…