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WHO Regional Office for Africa
Source: WHO Regional Office for Africa |

The end of Ebola outbreak in Uganda demonstrates World Health Organization (WHO)’s value in controlling and stopping diseases

With the international imperative to prevent cross-border transmission, health workers were rapidly reoriented, thermal scanners were deployed, and screening protocols were enforced at 13 key entry points, especially at Entebbe International Airport

Uganda has officially declared the end of the Ebola disease outbreak, which was confirmed on 30 January 2025 by Uganda’s Ministry of Health. The outbreak infected 14 people, two of whom were probable (not confirmed by laboratory tests) and caused four deaths (including two probable).  Disease outbreaks, such as Ebola,…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland |

Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio to lead trade mission to Morocco

Finland’s Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will visit Morocco with a business delegation on 28–30 April 2025

In Morocco’s capital Rabat, Minister Ville Tavio will meet Minister of Industry and Trade Ryad Mezzour, Minister of Foreign Affairs Nasser Bourita, Minister of Digital Transition and Administration Reform Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, Minister of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development Leila Benali, and Minister of Economy and Finance Faouzi Lekjaa. The discussions will focus on bilateral and trade…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, People's Democratic Republic of Algeria
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, People's Democratic Republic of Algeria |

Algeria: Assigned by President Tebboune, Mr Attaf in Rome for Pope Francis’s funeral

The Minister of State’s participation in the funeral reflects the strong bonds of friendship between Algeria and the Vatican, relations officially established in 1972

Assigned by the President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, the Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad and African Affairs, Ahmed Attaf, arrived today in the Italian capital Rome to represent Algeria at Pope Francis’s funeral, scheduled for Saturday at St. Peter’s Square. The Pope’s funeral is…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia |

Liberia: President Boakai Congratulates Sierra Leone and the Netherlands

Liberia and the Netherlands have share a historically significant relationship that is rooted in shared values of diplomacy, economic cooperation, and mutual respect

The President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has sent two separate messages of congratulations to the President of Sierra Leone and the King of the Kingdom of Netherlands on the occasions marking those nations’ Independence and National Day Anniversaries, respectively. Coincidentally, these great nations…

African Energy Chamber

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2.5 Million Tonnes Per Annum (MTPA) in Gas Output Feasible for Namibia, Says the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR)

NAMCOR projects over 2.5 million tons in annual gas production as Namibia accelerates its gas monetization strategy, infrastructure development and regional energy leadership

The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR) has revealed that the country could produce more than 2.5 million tons of natural gas per year, based on early-stage assessments of recent discoveries made since 2022. Speaking during a panel discussion on gas monetization strategies at the Namibia International Energy Conference on…

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    • Strategic Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As) Fuel Investment, Expansion in Namibia’s Upstream Sector
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Strategic Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As) Fuel Investment, Expansion in Namibia’s Upstream Sector

At the Namibia International Energy Conference, industry leaders emphasized M&As as key drivers of upstream growth and investment in Namibia’s oil and gas sector

Merger and acquisition (M&A) activity continues to emerge as a critical engine for growth in Namibia’s upstream oil and gas sector, as emphasized during a high-level panel discussion at the Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) on Thursday. Industry leaders outlined how strategic M&A deals are not only reshaping the country’s…

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

South Africa: Minister Lamola welcomes Tanzania’s lifting of import ban on South African agricultural products

This resolution follows constructive diplomatic engagement between Minister Lamola and his counterpart, underscoring the enduring strength of bilateral relations

Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola, has warmly welcomed Tanzania’s decision to lift its import ban on South African agricultural products. This resolution follows constructive diplomatic engagement between Minister Lamola and his counterpart, underscoring the enduring strength of bilateral relations. The Ministers agreed to facilitate the resolution…

FAO Regional Office for Africa
Source: FAO Regional Office for Africa |

Zimbabwe, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) collaborate to combat Antimicrobial resistance

The fight against AMR is not just a medical challenge, but a comprehensive societal effort that demands commitment, education, and innovative partnerships

Zimbabwe is taking a holistic stance against the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), with the government of Zimbabwe emphasizing the critical need for a unified, multi-sectoral approach to address this complex challenge. Speaking at a recent high-level meeting organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) during…

World Health Organization - Uganda
Source: World Health Organization - Uganda |

Uganda declares end of Ebola outbreak

The country’s long-standing experience in managing outbreaks enabled a fast, coordinated, and effective response

Uganda today declared the end of the Ebola disease outbreak, less than three months after the virus was confirmed in the capital Kampala. During this outbreak, 14 cases, 12 confirmed and two not confirmed through laboratory tests (probable), were reported. Four deaths, two confirmed and two probable, occurred. Ten people…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

South Africa: Minerals and Petroleum Resources Committee Encouraged by the Central Energy Fund (CEF) Group’s Healthy Balance Sheet to Fund Operations until 2030

CEF together with its subsidiaries, except for the Petroleum Agency South Africa (PASA), are Schedule 2 state-owned entities required to generate revenue to fund their operations

Having been briefed on the 2025-2030 strategic and annual performance plans as well as the 2025/26 budget of the Central Energy Fund (CEF) Group and subsidiaries, the Portfolio Committee on Minerals and Petroleum Resources is encouraged by the healthy balance sheet of the CEF Group. The CEF Group’s balance sheet…