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Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) Chairman, Armed Forces Vehicle Department Director

President El-Sisi followed up on ongoing coordination and cooperation between the Arab Organization for Industrialization and the Armed Forces' Vehicle Department to localize industries, rationalize imports, and establish a chamber for defense industries

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi held a meeting with Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Arab Organization for Industrialization (AOI) Major General Mohamed Abdel Fattah Abu Bakr, and Director of the Armed Forces' Vehicle Department Major General Walid Hassan El-Kurdi. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy,…

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Kenya: Sharpening Command Accountability and Operational Readiness

The exercise reinforced the responsibility of Commanders to translate strategic direction and institutional priorities into measurable outcomes

The Kenya Army has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening command accountability, institutional efficiency and operational readiness through the signing of Performance Contracts between the Commander Kenya Army, Lieutenant General David Ketter, and Formation Commanders at Kahawa Garrison. The exercise reinforced the responsibility of Commanders to translate strategic direction and institutional…

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Kenya Champions Inclusive Security and Women’s Leadership in Global Peace

The engagement focused on integrating gender perspectives into military decision-making, operational planning and peace support initiatives, while positioning Defence Attachés as key advocates for expanding the Network’s international membership and influence

Meaningful participation of women in peace and security is essential to building effective, inclusive and responsive military institutions. Integrating gender perspectives into military planning, operations and peace support missions enhances operational effectiveness, strengthens the protection of vulnerable populations and contributes to sustainable peace and security. As the current Chair of…

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Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) Female Personnel Promote Women’s Economic Empowerment

The exhibition featured a range of handmade products, including traditional deras, bedsheets, vikoi, sandals and other locally crafted items, reflecting the creativity, skills and entrepreneurial potential of the women

Sustainable peace is strengthened when communities have the opportunity to improve their livelihoods and build economic resilience. In Dhobley, Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) female personnel serving under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) are translating this understanding into practical community engagement through initiatives that promote women’s…

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Kenya: Honouring the Life, Service and Enduring Legacy of Lieutenant Colonel Kimaro

The ceremony celebrated a distinguished military career that broke barriers, shaped the growth of the Kenya Navy and opened new possibilities for African leadership in the country’s maritime defence

History is shaped by individuals whose courage, determination and vision transcend their time, leaving behind legacies that continue to inspire generations. For the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), honouring such trailblazers is not only an act of remembrance but also a reaffirmation of the values, sacrifices and traditions upon which the…

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Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) Statement for COP31 - Protecting Africa’s Forests, Waters, Lands, and Biodiversity: Protecting Africa Means Protecting the Planet

SECAM is particularly concerned about the interconnected pressures weighing on Africa’s forests and natural resources, including deforestation and forest degradation

As the Catholic Church in Africa, the Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) (https://SECAM.org/) calls upon governments, development partners, international financial institutions, businesses, civil society, and all people of good will participating in COP31 to recognize that protecting Africa’s forests, waters, lands, and biodiversity is essential for…

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Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) WKND 2026 puts finance, ownership and market access at the centre of Africa’s creative economy

African leaders set execution agenda around finance, intellectual property, distribution and market access with Afreximbank’s creative-industry financing commitment reaching US$2 billion

Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) WKND 2026 opened in Lagos with African leaders calling for stronger financing, intellectual property protection, distribution and market access to ensure the continent retains more of the economic value generated by its creative industries. Opening the four-day gathering on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria’s…

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African Medicines Agency Marks First Year of Operations with New Platforms to Strengthen Regulation and Support Manufacturing

Inaugural AMA Week brings together regulators, manufacturers and partners to advance access to safe, quality-assured and effective medical products

The African Medicines Agency (AMA) (www.au-AMA.africa) has marked its first year of operations with the inauguration of its Technical Committees and the launch of two hubs to strengthen regulatory capacity and support medical-product innovation and manufacturing across Africa. These milestones formed part of the inaugural AMA Week, which was held…

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Ethiopia participates at the International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) 2026

Ethiopian stakeholders are actively participating at the Fair by promoting the country’s horticultural brand, business matching and organizing Business to Business session

The Ethiopian Embassy in Brussels, in collaboration with the Ethiopian Horticultural Producers and Exporters Association (EHPEA) and nine Ethiopian exporters has participated at the International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) 2026 which kicked off on 3 November 2026 in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The International Floriculture Trade Fair ( IFTF) is a premier…

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Ambassador Han Jing Attends the Opening Ceremony of Zambia Chinese Film Festival

The Zambia Chinese Film Festival features three days of screenings in Lusaka from 5-7 November 2026, showcasing four films, namely The Wandering Earth, The Shadow’s Edge, Dear You and Boonie Bears: Future Reborn

On 5 November, 2026, Ambassador Han Jing attended and addressed the Opening Ceremony of Zambia Chinese Film Festival. Hon. Chris Chibuye, Minister of Culture and Arts, and Mr. Siazongo Siakalenge, Deputy Secretary to the Cabinet, were present, among other distinguished guests.   Ambassador Han noted that as the language of…