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African Energy Chamber

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Congo’s Hydrocarbons Minister to Advance Licensing Round, Gas Agenda at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025

The Republic of Congo will showcase new exploration and gas monetization opportunities at African Energy Week 2025: Invest in African Energies, as Minister of Hydrocarbons Bruno Jean-Richard Itoua prepares to engage global investors and outline the country’s growth strategy

The Republic of Congo’s Minister of Hydrocarbons, Bruno Jean-Richard Itoua, will speak at African Energy Week (AEW) 2025: Invest in African Energies, taking place in Cape Town from September 29 to October 3. His participation reinforces Congo’s drive to expand hydrocarbon production and mobilize investment across the oil and gas…

Energy Capital & Power

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    • Invest in African Energy 2026 Forum Confirmed for May 11–12 in Paris
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Invest in African Energy 2026 Forum Confirmed for May 11–12 in Paris

The leading European platform for African energy investment returns to Paris on May 11–12, 2026, with a heightened focus on exploration, licensing rounds and seismic innovation, providing a critical platform for the entire energy exploration ecosystem

Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) is pleased to announce that the fourth edition of the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum will return to Paris on May 11–12, 2026, with a sharpened focus on frontier exploration, early-stage project development and upstream investment opportunities. Building on three highly successful editions,…

Energy Capital & Power

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    • FAMAR Strengthens Angolan Downstream, Returns as Silver Sponsor of Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025
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FAMAR Strengthens Angolan Downstream, Returns as Silver Sponsor of Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2025

FAMAR has confirmed its participation as a Silver Sponsor of Angola Oil & Gas 2025, following the signing of a key fuel storage agreement at last year’s event

Bunkering and maritime services company FAMAR has joined the sixth edition of the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference as a Silver Sponsor, reinforcing its commitment to Angola’s growing downstream sector. As the company expands its port infrastructure to support offshore oil and gas operations, FAMAR’s presence at AOG 2025…

for Africa

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Celebrating Women Leadership: Tanzania President, Namibia President-Elect, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Prime Minister and Dr. Rasha Kelej Named among Africa’s Most Influential Women

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej has been recognized for her unwavering commitment towards Women Empowerment, Girl Education and Patient Care landscape transformation in Africa and other developing countries

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President of “More Than a Mother” Campaign has been recognized as One of the 100 Most Influential African Women 2024 for the sixth consecutive year, by a Leading African Rating Firm, Avance Media. The list celebrates women for their excellence in leadership…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
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Uganda: Finance Ministry makes concessions on budget

The ministry accommodated Shs3.98 trillion in response to Parliament’s recommendations to the draft National Budget for Financial Year 2025/26

The Ministry of Finance has made key concessions to Parliament’s budget demands, marking a shift in tone after last year’s heated disagreements between lawmakers and the Executive over funding priorities. The ministry accommodated Shs3.98 trillion in response to Parliament’s recommendations to the draft National Budget for Financial Year 2025/26. However,…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
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Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets President of Angola Lourenço at Al-Ittihadiya Palace

The two Presidents witnessed the signing of a number of agreements and Memoranda of Understanding between the two countries

Today at Al-Ittihadiya Palace, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with President of the Republic of Angola and current Chairperson of the African Union, João Lourenço. An official reception ceremony was held, during which the guard of honor was inspected, and the national anthems were played. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador…

United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)

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    • Ethiopia: Chinese Language Day marked with a focus on harmony in diversity and global understanding
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Ethiopia: Chinese Language Day marked with a focus on harmony in diversity and global understanding

Mr. Hu Changchun, Head of the Chinese Mission to the African Union (AU) and Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), reflected on Mandarin’s growing influence in diplomacy, trade, and global innovation

The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), in partnership with the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China to Ethiopia and the Mission of China to the African Union and ECA, commemorated Chinese Language Day with a vibrant celebration at the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Conference Centre in Addis Ababa.…

African Commission on Human and People's Rights (ACHPR)
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Statement on letter of urgent appeal on environmental contamination in Kabwe, Zambia

The appeal expressed serious concern over the hazardous lead contamination in Kabwe, Central Province, and its grave impact on the health and rights of local communities, including children

On 23 April 2025, the Chairperson of the Working Group on Extractive Industries, Environment and Human Rights Violations (WGEI) of the African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (African Commission), transmitted a Letter of Urgent Appeal to His Excellency, Mr. Hakainde Hichilema, President of the Republic of Zambia. The appeal…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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To mark its 50th anniversary, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) mobilizes youth around a Conference on the Development of an Economically inclusive and Peaceful West Africa

More than 250 participants, including H.E. Damtien TCHINTCHIBIDJA, Vice-President of the ECOWAS Commission, representatives of the Ghanaian government, educators, business leaders and various stakeholders will gather in Accra

Discussing the causes and factors of youth unemployment and the impact of their instrumentalization, showcasing successful youth initiatives and enterprises, and exploring funding and innovation opportunities such as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Human Capital Development (HCD) Catalytic Investment Fund initiative, will be the topics addressed at…

Ministry of Health, Kenya

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    • Hon. Aden Duale, Health Cabinet Secretary and Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, World Health Organization (WHO) Acting Regional Director for Africa
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Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Hon. Aden Duale Hosts World Health Organization (WHO) Africa Acting Regional Director for Bilateral Talks

The talks focused on sustainable responses to Kenya’s multiple and complex public health emergencies, including Mpox, Cholera, Kala-azar, Polio, and Measles

Health Cabinet Secretary Hon. Aden Duale today held bilateral discussions with the World Health Organization (WHO) Acting Regional Director for Africa, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, who paid him a courtesy call at his office. The talks focused on sustainable responses to Kenya’s multiple and complex public health emergencies, including Mpox, Cholera, Kala-azar, Polio,…