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Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Apr 21, 2025

Eritrea: New Dam under Construction in Molqui Sub-zone

Eng. Solomon Gebremeskel, coordinator of the project, stated that the dam’s construction is being carried out in collaboration with local residents and members of the Defense Forces

A new dam is under construction in the Aitaber administrative area of the Molqui sub-zone. The dam is expected to ensure a reliable water supply for both humans and livestock, as well as support the development of irrigation farming. Eng. Solomon Gebremeskel, coordinator of the project, stated that the dam’s…

Source: State House Seychelles | Apr 21, 2025

Flags to be flown at half-mast in honour of the late Pope Francis

The Government and people of Seychelles join the global community in paying tribute to his spiritual leadership and enduring legacy

The Office of the President has announced that, following the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis, all national flags in the Republic of Seychelles will be flown at half-mast as a mark of mourning and respect. This will take effect for the next three days; 22, 23, 24 April 2025,…

Source: Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) | Apr 21, 2025

Farewell to Pope Francis: A Life of Service; A Death in the Glory of Easter

Pope Francis, born Jorge Mario Bergoglio in 1936, served the Church with humility, courage, and a deep love for the poor and excluded

With serene resignation to the will of God, the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (www.NigeriaCatholicNetwork.com/about-CSN) officially announces, on behalf of the President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria, Most Rev. Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis, who died on Easter Monday, 21 April 2025, at 7:35…

Source: Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) | Apr 21, 2025

Death of Pope Francis : The condolences of the African Bishops and of the Church, Family of God in Africa and its Islands

We honor Pope Francis’s life by continuing his mission of love and service, striving to build a Church that is truly inclusive and a world that reflects God's kingdom

The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) (https://SECAM.org) and the entire Church, Family of God in Africa and its Islands join the universal Church in mourning the passing of our beloved Holy Father, Pope Francis. Pope Francis has been more than a shepherd to the universal Church;…

Source: FAO Regional Office for Africa | Apr 21, 2025

Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) exhibits at the 2025 Zimbabwe International Trade Fair

Through participation at the ZITF, FAO will offer in-depth discussions and interactive sessions that align with the core mandate of FAO in Zimbabwe in alignment with national agrifood systems priorities

The Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) is one of the largest inter-regional annual trade fairs in sub-Saharan Africa. The ZITF provides governments, private sector, development partners, research, academia and the public a multi-international expo platform for trade exchange opportunities in the region. Themed, "Industrialisation: Crafting an Integrated Economic Landscape," this 65th blue sapphire…

Source: Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates | Apr 21, 2025

Morocco: Rabat Hosts 4th Training Cycle for African Election Observers

This 4th edition marks a key milestone in the Rabat-based training process, aimed at equipping the African Union with an important database to serve election observation across Africa and promote democracy

The 4th training cycle for African election observers kicked off on Monday in Rabat, bringing together senior officials from 52 African countries. The opening ceremony was co-chaired by Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Mr. Nasser Bourita, and the African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and…

Source: Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates | Apr 21, 2025

Morocco: His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, sends condolences message to His Eminence Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, the Dean of Cardinals College, following Pope Francis' Passing

The late pontiff dedicated himself to combatting marginalization and poverty and defending human dignity

His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Commander of the Faithful, has sent a condolences message to His Eminence Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, the Dean of the College of Cardinals, following the passing of Pope Francis. "It was with great sorrow that I learned of the passing of His Holiness Pope Francis…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | Apr 21, 2025

South Africa: President Ramaphosa mourns passing of Pope Francis

Aged 88, the Pope passed away early today, Monday, 21 April 2025, at his Vatican residence, the Casa Santa Marta

On behalf of the Government and people of South Africa, President Cyril Ramaphosa offers his deep condolences to Catholics in South Africa and globally on the passing of the Holy Father Pope Francis. Aged 88, the Pope passed away early today, Monday, 21 April 2025, at his Vatican residence, the…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Apr 21, 2025

Egypt: Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Arrives in Washington to Participate in the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank (WB) Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF)

The Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation will hold intensive bilateral meetings with the senior management of the WB Group to follow up on the ongoing partnership portfolio

H.E. Dr. Rania A. Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation and Egypt's Governor at the World Bank Group, arrived in Washington, USA, to participate in the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank (WB) Group and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which are being held throughout this…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Angola | Apr 21, 2025

Angola reinforces actions to end cholera with World Health Organization (WHO) support

The Ministry of Health, in close coordination with World Health Organization (WHO) and other development partners, has undertaken a series of urgent response measures

In a meeting held today, the Honourable Minister of Health of the Republic of Angola, Dr. Sílvia Lutucuta, formally welcomed the newly appointed World Health Organization (WHO) Representative in Angola, Dr. Indrajit Hazarika. The meeting marked the beginning of a renewed and reinforced partnership between the Government of Angola and…

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