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

Liberia Wins Bid to Host the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Youth & Sports Development Centre

Liberia’s selection as host of the EYSDC marks a significant achievement in its regional engagement and diplomacy

The Republic of Liberia is proud to announce through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, that it has officially won the bid to host the ECOWAS Youth & Sports Development Centre (EYSDC), a key regional institution under the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The decision was made following a…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)

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    • An ongoing general court martial in Wau strives to bring much-needed justice to communities “Noone is above the law, irrespective of the uniform they wear,” says Major General Marech Chietak from South Sudan's National Prisons Service (Photo by Busang Maruping/UNMISS)
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Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) |

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)-supported General Court Martial launches in Wau

The Wau general court martial is expected to hear a total of 28 cases, 15 of which relate to serious crimes

A military court has officially begun in Wau, the capital of South Sudan's Western Bahr El Ghazal, to hear cases related to allegations of serious misconduct by uniformed personnel from the South Sudan’s Peoples Defense Forces (SSPDF). As judges and legal officers stood to take their oaths, marking the official opening…

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC)
Source: Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) |

Cassa Depositi e Prestiti and SACE provide EUR250 Million to Africa Finance Corporation

The facility is structured to cultivate Italian supply chain opportunities in infrastructure and renewable energy generation, including the supply of components for the Lobito Railway Corridor

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has secured a landmark EUR 250 million 10-year term loan facility from Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) the Italian Financial Institution for Development Cooperation. The transaction is backed by a guarantee from SACE, the Italian insurance and financial group…

United Nations: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
Source: United Nations: Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) |

Sudan: Türk warns of catastrophic surge in violence

The RSF have reportedly surrounded the city of El Obeid, currently held by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and allied groups, and may attack it in the coming days, as announced by the RSF commander

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk warned today of the disastrous consequences stemming from ongoing and escalating hostilities across the North Darfur and Kordofan regions in Sudan, where civilian casualties, sexual violence, abductions and looting have been reported in multiple areas. “The recent fighting and grave risk of further aggravation…

Amnesty International
Source: Amnesty International |

Central African Republic: Breakthrough as ex-combatants of rebel group are convicted for war crimes and crimes against humanity but trial tarnished by absence of four defendants

In the Ndélé 2 case, six defendants were found guilty of crimes against humanity, including murder, attempted murder, inhuman acts and persecution, and war crimes, and sentenced to between 18 and 25 years’ imprisonment

Reacting to the news that the Special Criminal Court has convicted six former combatants of the Popular Front for the Rebirth of the Central African Republic (Front populaire pour la renaissance de la Centrafrique) for crimes against humanity and war crimes, Alice Banens, Legal Adviser at Amnesty International, said: “The decision handed…

CLG

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    • From Discovery to Delivery: Building a Legal Framework for Namibia’s Midstream Infrastructure (by Rachel Mushabati)
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Source: CLG |

From Discovery to Delivery: Building a Legal Framework for Namibia’s Midstream Infrastructure (by Rachel Mushabati)

A strong legal framework for midstream infrastructure is essential to ensure that Namibia maximizes economic benefits, attracts investment, and builds a sustainable energy industry

By Rachel Mushabati, Senior Associate Attorney & Country Head – CLG Namibia (www.CLGGlobal.com) Namibia’s recent offshore oil discoveries mark a pivotal moment in the country’s energy sector. With major players such as Shell, TotalEnergies, QatarEnergy, and Galp uncovering significant reserves, Namibia is poised to become a key oil producer. However, while…

Afreximbank
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African and Caribbean leaders to headline Afreximbank’s 32nd Annual Meetings in Abuja, Nigeria

Held under the theme “Building the Future on Decades of Resilience”, AAM2025 will focus on accelerating trade opportunities, driving investment and fostering innovation

The 32nd Annual Meetings (AAM2025) of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com) will bring together an influential coalition of global, African and CARICOM leaders in Abuja, Nigeria from 25–27 June 2025. This high-level forum will focus on advancing trade, investment, and innovation across the continent, with Heads of State, Prime Ministers,…

African Energy Chamber
Source: African Energy Chamber |

Petralon Energy Set to Shape Conversations on Nigeria’s Oil Future at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025

Petralon Energy CEO Ahonsi Unuigbe will join African Energy Week 2025: Invest in African Energies to share insights on indigenous leadership, strategic partnerships and the future of Nigeria’s oil and gas sector

African Energy Week (AEW) 2025: Invest in African Energies is honored to welcome Ahonsi Unuigbe, Founder and CEO of Petralon Energy, as a distinguished speaker at this year’s edition in Cape Town. A driving force behind one of Nigeria’s leading indigenous upstream oil and gas companies, Unuigbe will offer valuable…

API Events

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Call for Entries: Africa Property Investment Awards 2025 Submit Your Applications by 30 June!

Judged by a distinguished panel of over 20 industry experts and thought leaders, the awards ensure impartiality and credibility, making being named a finalist or winner a coveted accolade that significantly boosts brand exposure and credibility

The countdown is on for the prestigious 9th Africa Property Investment (API) Awards 2025, part of the highly anticipated API Summit themed “Growth Through Adventure” taking place on 18 and 19 September 2025 at The Westin Hotel, Cape Town.   The deadline for submissions has been extended to 30 June 2025,…

African Energy Chamber

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    • Marcellin Simba Ngabi, CEO of Gabonese parastatal Gabon Oil Company (GOC)
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Gabon Oil Company Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 Following Major Asset Acquisition from Tullow Oil

Gabon Oil Company CEO Marcelling Simba Ngabi is set to spotlight Gabon’s ambitious upstream growth and energy diversification strategy at AEW 2025 following major acquisitions and gas initiatives

Marcellin Simba Ngabi, CEO of Gabonese parastatal Gabon Oil Company (GOC), is set to speak at Africa’s premier energy event, African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies 2025, which takes place in Cape Town from September 29 to October 3. Ngabi’s presence at AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025…