Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Congress of Young People’s Front for Democracy and Justice (YPFDJ) in Italy

During the congress, the executive committee presented a report, which was followed by extensive discussions among the participants

The Young People’s Front for Democracy and Justice (YPFDJ) organization in Italy held its 6th congress on 20 October in Milan. During the congress, the executive committee presented a report, which was followed by extensive discussions among the participants. A new executive committee was elected for a two-year term. Mr.…

Source: Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation |

Deputy Minister Botes concludes visit to Italy, where he represented South Africa in the G7 Development Ministerial Meeting

Italy’s focus on Africa has been integral as it continues to promote its newly launched Piano Mattei Plan, which seeks to establish an equal partnership model with the African continent

Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Alvin Botes, has concluded his visit to Pescara, Italy, where he participated in the G7 Development Ministerial Meeting of Outreach Countries and International Organisations. The meeting took place on 23 and 24 October 2024. The outreach sessions of the G7 have been…

Source: International Trade Centre |

Creating jobs for African refugees in the Information Technology (IT) sector in Italy

The initiative recognizes the value of training and work as essential tools to restore dignity and confidence to those who have had to leave everything behind

A project led by the UN Refugee Agency and the Accenture Foundation v , Italy, launches “ReadyForIT: Labour Pathways for Refugees”, a pilot that helps place refugees from Africa in the local IT job market in Italy – with ITC support. Through  Work Corridors for Refugees, refugees with professional skills…

Source: Republic of Liberia: Executive Mansion |

President Boakai to Deliver Keynote Address at World Food Forum in Rome, Italy

President Boakai’s address at the Forum will focus on Liberia’s contributions to global food security, highlighting the nation’s strategies for addressing food-related challenges

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai Sr., has traveled on an official visit to Rome, Italy, to address the World Food Forum, which will take place from October 14 to 18, 2024. The event, organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), will bring together global leaders and stakeholders to discuss critical…

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Libya’s Infrastructure Rebuild: Italian Expertise, Global Investment to Drive New Power, Transport and Water Projects

The Libya-Italy Roundtable and VIP Networking Evening – taking place in Rome on September 23 – will showcase Libya’s current infrastructure drive and the role for Italian construction and engineering firms in the sector

As Libya seeks partners for rebuilding its critical infrastructure and supporting economic recovery, international companies, particularly from Europe and the Middle East, are invited to participate in the country’s reconstruction efforts through public-private partnerships and direct investment. The Libya-Italy Roundtable and VIP Networking Evening – taking place in Rome on…

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Strengthening Energy Ties: Libya, Italy Collaborate on Major Oil & Gas Ventures

Taking place in Rome on September 23, the Libya-Italy Roundtable and VIP Networking Evening will discuss Libya’s current upstream project pipeline and Italy’s role in unlocking new assets

Libya's economy relies heavily on its upstream oil and gas sector, which holds Africa's largest proven oil reserves – over 48 billion barrels – and substantial natural gas reserves. To stabilize and increase current and future production levels, the country is rolling out a dynamic project pipeline that presents new…

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Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) is exporting its first ‘Made in Benin’ garments for the American brand U.S. Polo Assn.

This first shipment represents a significant step forward in the integration of GDIZ into the global supply chains of the ready-to-wear sector

Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone (GDIZ) (www.GDIZ-Benin.com) is proud to announce the first export of ‘Made in Benin’ ready-to-wear clothing for the prestigious American brand, U.S. POLO ASSN.. A world-renowned brand, U.S. POLO ASSN. offers a wide range of clothing, accessories, travel goods, watches and shoes, available in over 130 countries. This first…

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Africa: Migrant shipwreck leaves 21 more missing off coast of Lampedusa

A migrant shipwreck in the Mediterranean left another 21 missing off the island of Lampedusa, between the African coast and Malta, an Italian coast guard said on Wednesday

The boat “capsized repeatedly, leaving people clinging to the side of the boat as their family members drowned around them,” Nicola Dell’Arciprete, the UN Children Agency (UNICEF) country coordinator for Italy, said in a statement posted online. The survivors, all male Syrian nationals, told rescuers they had embarked from Libya…

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100 million to the West African Development Bank (BOAD): the Italian Climate Fund subscribes the first ever hybrid bond for climate change mitigation issued by a multilateral bank

The funds will be used to build and rehabilitate infrastructure for the production of electricity from renewable sources, in order to diversify the energy mix, avoid CO2 emissions and reduce energy production costs

The funds will be used to finance projects in the renewable energy sector aimed at mitigating climate change; The initiatives will be targeting the eight West African countries that hold equity in BOAD (www.BOAD.org): Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Niger, Senegal, Togo, Mali, and Guinea-Bissau. A €100 million operation to finance…

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Luanda International Fair (FILDA) 2024 Closes with 1,771 Participating Companies and Focus on Food Security and International Partnerships

The fair confirmed itself as a crucial event for establishing Angola on the global trade and investment map, attracting international attention and promoting the country's economic diversification

The 39th edition of the Luanda International Fair (FILDA) (www.FILDA-Angola.co.ao), held from July 23 to 28 in the Luanda-Bengo Special Economic Zone, concluded yesterday with remarkable success, highlighting the participation of 1,771 companies and a significant focus on "Food Security and International Partnerships." Angola's largest business fair was attended by…