Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: World “International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation” Observed

Sustained efforts have been undertaken to eradicate female’s genital mutilation and other harmful practices in accordance with Proclamation No. 158/2007

World “International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation,” 6 February, was observed in Gogni Sub-Zone at national level under the theme “Towards 2030: No End to FGM without Sustained Commitment and Investment.” Mr. Franco Kubaba, Director General of Social Services in the Gash Barka Region, underlined the significance…

Source: The Government of Norway |

Norway: Statement by Minister of International Development Åsmund Aukrust on the spread of famine in Sudan

Norway demands unfettered and safe access for all humanitarian aid workers and freedom of movement for the civilian population

‘It is shocking that famine is spreading to new areas in Darfur, affecting children and their families. Many of those affected are internally displaced persons, who have fled fighting and massacres multiple times in recent years. They are exhausted, malnourished and in urgent need of food, health care and other…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

South Africa: Ministers of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development and the Deputy Minister in the Presidency engage with farmers following a march

The engagement demonstrated that the government is committed to addressing genuine concerns raised, with ongoing and concrete interventions already underway across the affected sectors

Yesterday, the Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen together with the Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development Mzwanele Nyhontso and the Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli, held an engagement with the Izwi Labantu Forum as part of efforts to address grievances delivered during a march to the Union…

Source: African Union (AU) |

Chairperson of the African Union Commission condemns the drone attack carried out by Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC)/M23 in Kisangani

The Chairperson underscores that this attack, directed against an airport infrastructure located in a major urban centre and gravely endangering civilian populations, constitutes a serious violation of international humanitarian law

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, expresses his deepest concern and strongly condemns the drone attack carried out against Kisangani Airport, in eastern the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and claimed by the armed movement AFC/M23. The Chairperson underscores that this attack, directed against an…

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

The Kingdom of Denmark Seeks Greater Collaboration with Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission on Fruitful Partnership

The Danish envoy stated his country’s desire to see an ECOWAS region that easily reaches its full prosperous potential with safe citizens

The kingdom of Denmark is seeking greater collaboration with ECOWAS to strengthen the current partnership between both entities to foster peace, security and stability of the West African region. The Ambassador of Denmark to the Republic of Nigeria and ECOWAS, Mr. Jens Ole Bach Hansen, who led a delegation to…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Mozambique |

Intensifying emergency response to Mozambique flooding disaster

World Health Organization (WHO) has helped strengthen early warning and risk monitoring systems in Gaza, Tete and Maputo provinces since August 2024

Health authorities in Mozambique have intensified emergency response to assist hundreds of thousands of people devastated by severe flooding in the southern and central regions since mid-December 2025.  The flooding has affected more than 720 000 people, with 75% residing in Gaza Province. Around 100 000 people are being housed in 113 temporary…

Source: World Health Organization - Kenya |

Kenya validates second-generation National Action Plan for Health Security (2026–2030)

The Kenya National Public Health Institute will coordinate implementation and use quarterly monitoring to track progress

Following the Joint External Evaluation conducted in September 2024, Kenya has validated its second-generation National Action Plan for Health Security (NAPHS II) ahead of its official launch later this year. The National Action Plan for Health Security (NAPHS) is a multi-year plan that is critical to ensuring that national capacities…

Source: State House Seychelles |

President Herminie Explores Advanced Cancer Care and Health Cooperation at Apollo Proton Cancer Centre

Proton Therapy represents one of the most advanced forms of radiation treatment, allowing for greater precision, reduced side effects, and improved outcomes for cancer patients

The visit by President of the Republic of Seychelles, H.E. Dr. Patrick Herminie, to the Apollo Proton Cancer Centre in Chennai formed part of ongoing efforts by the Government to expand access to specialised oncology care, enhance health sector capacity, and deepen international healthcare partnerships. Seychelles’ interest in the visit…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Ministry of Information Holds Annual Activity Assessment Meeting

The Minister indicated that 90 percent of the programs planned for 2025 were successfully implemented

The Ministry of Information conducted its annual activity assessment meeting on 5 February in the capital to review achievements registered in 2025 and discuss the implementation of the 2026 Action Plan. At the meeting, the Minister of Information, Mr. Yemane Gebremeskel, presented a comprehensive, data-driven report outlining activities implemented during…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: World “International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation” Observed

At the event, a general knowledge competition among women was conducted, and the Fiori cultural troupe presented cultural and artistic performances depicting the significance of the day

World “International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation,” 6 February, was observed in Asmara at the Central Region level under the theme “Towards 2030: No End to FGM without Sustained Commitment and Investment.” Noting that the practice of female genital mutilation is currently declining at the national level,…