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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) raises awareness on safety, security and human rights for communities in Kuba

More than 61 individuals—local leaders, uniformed personnel, women, and youth groups— attended the forum which focused on building their capacities and knowledge on key issues

Located just 42 kilometers from South Sudan's capital, Juba, communities in Kuda live relatively close to the political heart of the world’s newest nation. Ironically, many residents here have little or no understanding of state institutions or their responsibilities towards the people they represent. However, community members recently participated in a…

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Liquid C2 launches third Cyber Security Fusion Centre in Zambia

The Centre will offer comprehensive cyber security services, including threat intelligence, detection, and incident response

Liquid C2, a business of Cassava Technologies, a pan-African technology group, has today opened the doors of its Zambian Cyber Security Fusion Centre (CSFC) in Lusaka, making this the third centre of its kind in Africa. "Zambia's ongoing digital transformation has seen businesses increase their online service adoption to serve…

Source: Human Rights Watch (HRW) |

Tanzania Undermines Right to Health of Maasai Community

Visiting US Vice President Kamala Harris Should Urge Government to Respect

As United States Vice President Kamala Harris visits Tanzania this week, the Tanzanian government is cutting off vital health services in Ngorongoro district as part of a “voluntary” resettlement plan for area residents. These actions, in the name of wildlife conservation, violate the right to health of members of the semi-nomadic Maasai pastoralist…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Vocational training to women family care takers

The training program was in continuation of the effort by the union branch with a view to equip women with skill and enable them engaged in income generating activities

The National Union of Eritrean Woman branch in the Southern Region provided eight months training on weaving to women family care takers in Mendefera. Indicating that the training program was in continuation of the effort by the union branch with a view to equip women with skill and enable them…

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Somalia and World Bank Take Stock of Development Progress as Country Nears Highly Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) Completion Point

The hybrid event took place at The Hangar, at the Mogadishu airport, and was attended by the host Dr. Elmi Nur, Minister of Finance for Somalia

The World Bank Country team, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance of the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS), hosted the Country Portfolio Performance Review (CPPR) over two days with fruitful discussions between the Bank and government officials from FGS and Federal Member State (FMS) including the project implementation units…

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Egypt: the Abu Rawash wastewater treatment plant, a model of sustainable development

Its construction was supported by the African Development Bank to the tune of 150 million USD

Eight kilometers northwest of the Pyramids of Giza, the western bank of the Nile is home to the archaeological site of Abu Rawash. Just nearby is one of the world's largest wastewater treatment plants, a model of environmental sustainability in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Pakinam Mohamed…

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Eco Nubia: a model for reviving Egypt's heritage while preserving the environment

The ecolodge, consisting of nine rooms built from granite and mud, also has facilities for a wide range of activities, including kayaking and swimming, sightseeing and Nubian craft markets

Located within a short distance from the famous Aswan Dam, the Temple of Philae, on the islet of Aguilkya, immerses visitors in the history of ancient Egypt. Dedicated to the protective goddess Isis, its bas-reliefs and murals make it an exquisite sanctuary in the country. Aboard his small motorboat, Ahmed…

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FIFA removes Indonesia as host of FIFA U-20 World Cup 2023™

A new host will be announced as soon as possible, with the dates of the tournament currently remaining unchanged

Following today’s meeting between FIFA President Gianni Infantino and President of the Football Association of Indonesia (PSSI) Erick Thohir, FIFA (https://www.FIFA.com) has decided, due to the current circumstances, to remove Indonesia as the host of the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2023™. A new host will be announced as soon as…

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Biometric attacks on the rise: the trends financial institutions need to be aware of in 2023

Criminals are now advancing across platforms, targeting mobile web, native Android, and native iOS via emulators

In the past year there has been a 149% increase in threat actors using emulators to attack mobile platforms. There has also been a 295% increase in novel face swaps. This is according to a new biometric threat intelligence report (https://apo-opa.info/3lTfEBa) by iProov. Gur Geva, founder and CEO of iiDENTIFii…

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African Energy Chamber (AEC) Webinar Explores Best Practices for Enhancing Female Inclusion in African Energy

Female African energy stakeholders, policymakers and financers explored gender inclusivity and equality during a webinar hosted by the African Energy Chamber’s African Women Business Energy Network

The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) – the voice of the African energy sector – hosted a webinar exploring gender inclusivity and equality across Africa’s energy industry and the best practices to maximize female participation in helping Africa deliver a just and equitable energy transition. Under the AEC’s African Women…