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Celebrating World Book and Copyright Day – The African Chapter

23/04/2025

“A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one.” — George R.R. Martin   Books are more than pages, they are portals.

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By Blossom Ukoha
Africa Highlights UN Day

World Creativity and Innovation Day: Reimagining Sustainable Change from the Ground Up

21/04/2025

Africa’s young generation stands at the crossroads of opportunity, ready to redefine the continent through ideas that inspire, solutions that work, and creativity that transforms.   Each year on 21.

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By Blossom Ukoha
Africa Highlights UN Day

Honouring the Rise of Women Judges Across Africa

10/03/2025

For centuries, courtrooms across Africa were dominated by men, with women largely excluded from decision-making roles in the judiciary. The legal system reflected deep-rooted gender inequalities, limiting women’s participation in.

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By Blossom Ukoha
Gender Highlights UN Day Women in leadership

International Women’s Day: Celebrating the Architects of Change and the Power of ‘She’

08/03/2025

“There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.” — Michelle Obama In the corridors of power, in the heart of innovation, and on the frontlines of change,.

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By Blossom Ukoha
Africa Highlights UN Day

Her Voice in Science: Unpacking STEM Careers for African Women and Girls

11/02/2025

February 11 marks the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, a day dedicated to recognising the contributions of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and advocating.

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By Blossom Ukoha
Africa Highlights UN Day

International Day of Education: Is AI Empowering or Replacing Teachers?

24/01/2025

“The best teachers are those who show you where to look but don’t tell you what to see.” – Alexandra K. Trenfor   On this International Day of Education 2025,.

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By Blossom Ukoha
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African Innovative Solutions Empowering People with Disabilities

21/11/2024

Across Africa, innovators are developing solutions that are transforming the lives of people with disabilities. From assistive technologies to inclusive education initiatives, these pioneers are challenging stereotypes and paving the.

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By Solomon Obi
Development Stories Highlights International UN Day

Universal Children’s Day 2024: Amplifying the Dreams of Young Africans

20/11/2024

“Every child you encounter is a divine appointment.” – Wess Stafford   On 20 November 2024, the world unites to celebrate Universal Children’s Day, a moment to highlight the importance.

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By Blossom Ukoha
Highlights Innovation UN Day

Celebrating Science as a Pillar of Progress and Innovation in Africa

11/11/2024

World Science Day for Peace and Development, celebrated annually on 10th November, serves as more than a day to reflect on the power of science; it is an opportunity to.

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By Blossom Ukoha
Environment Global Issues Highlights UN Day

International Day Against Environmental Exploitation in War: Protecting Africa’s Nature Under Siege

06/11/2024

“We are waging a suicidal war on nature.” — UN Secretary-General António Guterres Each year on 6 November, the world observes the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the.

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By Blossom Ukoha
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Parliamentary Vice-Minister ERI’s attendance at the National Day Reception of the Republic of South Africa

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 14:49:45

Parliamentary Vice-Minister ERI concluded her remarks by expressing her deep respect for the legacy of President Nelson MANDELA and other great leaders who have shaped South Africa’s path to freedom and democracy

African Energy Chamber (AEC) Champions Smart Policy, Strategic Partnerships to Advance Namibia’s Oil & Gas Discoveries

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 14:28:16

The African Energy Chamber is a strategic partner of the Namibia International Energy Conference, which kicked off today in Windhoek

President El-Sisi Meets Italy's Deputy Prime Minister (PM), Minister of Foreign Affairs

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 14:24:02

The meeting addressed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic, trade, and investment fields

Towards Stronger Ties: Seychelles’ Ambassador Accredited to Bahrain

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 14:10:37

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa reciprocated with personal greetings and best wishes to President Ramkalawan and the people of Seychelles

The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) disburses Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) financing facility (15 million Euros) in favor of Crédit Communautaire d'Afrique Bank (CCA-Bank Cameroon)

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 13:13:58

The financing will provide private project leaders with the medium- and long-term resources necessary to foster sustainable development

Adeeb Y. Al Aama Appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 13:00:36

Appointment Marks a New Chapter for ITFC’s Mission to Drive Sustainable Trade and Development Across OIC Member Countries

Cross Switch Solidifies Market Position with New Payment Licence in South Africa

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 11:22:15

The company strives to realise its vision of delivering modern payment solutions that meet the varied needs of merchants and non-profits

Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) 2025: Namibia Puts Local Content at the Center of Development Agenda

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 10:37:48

As a strategic partner to the Namibia International Energy Conference, the African Energy Chamber supports Namibia’s bold local content agenda, as the country emerges as a model for inclusive, value-driven energy development

Reload Logistics Releases Outlook Report: "Unlocking Southern Africa's Trade Potential”

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 09:51:45

New insights highlight infrastructure, digital innovation, and sustainability shaping regional trade

African Mining Week (AMW) to Spotlight Investor Strategies Driving Africa’s Mineral Industrialization

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 09:00:04

African Mining Week 2025 will convene global investors in Cape Town to explore financing strategies, geopolitical trends and ESG factors driving Africa’s mineral industrialization

Moore Global Partners with U.S.-Africa Energy Forum (USAEF) to Advance Critical Minerals Investment in Africa

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 08:22:04

Moore Global has partnered with the U.S.-Africa Energy Forum in Houston to enhance investment in Africa’s energy and critical minerals sectors, leveraging its financial expertise to support sustainable resource development and global market integration

South Africa extends condolences to India following the attack on tourists in Jammu & Kashmir

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 06:38:50

The South African Government believes that acts of violence and extremism have no place in society and constitute a threat to peace, security and development

Kenya’s luxury hospitality sector soars despite challenges

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-24 06:07:38

Kenya’s luxury hospitality sector is experiencing significant growth, spurred by an increasing arrival of international visitors, a stable economy, and a rising middle class

World Bank to Help Ghana Provide Jobs for Over 500,000 Entering Job Market Each Year

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-23 19:49:33

The announcement followed a high-level meeting at the World Bank headquarters between the Bank’s Managing Director of Operations, Anna Bjerde, and Ghana’s Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson

African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson received H.E. Nonceba Losi, Ambassador of the Republic of South Africa to Ethiopia & Permanent Representative to the African Union (AU)

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-23 19:41:23

The meeting also highlighted South Africa’s ongoing commitment to promoting peace, stability, & sustainable development across the region

President El-Sisi to Head to Djibouti

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-23 19:36:04

The President will hold talks with the President of Djibouti, Ismail Omar Guelleh, on ways to strengthen relations between the two countries

Chad's Foreign Minister Meets Qatar's Ambassador

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-23 19:31:11

During the meeting, the two sides discussed cooperation relations between the two countries

Qatar, Togo Hold First Round of Political Consultations

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-23 19:28:03

On the sidelines of the political consultations, the State of Qatar and the Republic of Togo signed a Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation in the fields of youth and sports

State Information Technology Agency (SITA) Governance and Performance Failures Put State Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure at Risk

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-23 19:14:06

The committee heard that while a new Board has been in place since February 2025, the agency still has critical unfilled vacancies such as a Chief Digital Officer

Tourism Committee Calls on Department to Provide Committee with a Briefing on its Partnership Model

Language: en | Date: 2025-04-23 19:04:26

The department assured the committee that, unlike before, its strategy is aligned to the government’s Medium-Term Development Plan and will have the capacity to deliver the strategy as planned

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