Source: UN Women - Africa |

Kenya’s national toll-free helpline 1195: A lifeline for gender-based violence survivors

The scale of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Kenya is alarming

Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a pervasive issue in Kenya, affecting individuals across all demographics. The National Gender-Based Violence Toll-Free Helpline, 1195, serves as a crucial resource for survivors, providing a platform for reporting incidents and receiving life-saving assistance. As the first and only service of its kind in Kenya, this…

Source: UN Women - Africa |

Men champions of Nguruman: Advancing women's leadership in Kajiado County

The Expanding Spaces for Women's Political Participation in Kenya project, implemented by Uraia Trust with support from UN Women and Global Affairs Canada, is actively addressing these challenges

In the remote yet strikingly beautiful Nguruman Escarpment of Kajiado County, Kenya, a transformative initiative is unfolding. Here, in a traditionally patriarchal Maasai community, a group of men—known as the Men Champions—has become crucial allies in the fight for gender equality in leadership. These men are part of a broader…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

President El-Sisi Lays Wreaths at Memorial, Graves of Sadat and Nasser

Marking the celebrations of the 51st anniversary of the glorious October victories, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, laid today wreaths of flowers

Marking the celebrations of the 51st anniversary of the glorious October victories, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, laid today wreaths of flowers at the memorial of the martyrs of the Armed Forces and the graves of leaders Mohamed Anwar El-Sadat…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

President wishes Jewish community well over the high holy days

The South African Jewish community forms an essential part of the spiritual and cultural diversity of our nation

President Cyril Ramaphosa wishes South Africa’s Jewish community a festive and mindful celebration of the high holy days, also known as Yamim Noraim or the Days of Awe, which began this week with Rosh Hashanah and will end next week with Yom Kippur. President Ramaphosa said: “The South African Jewish…

Source: State House Seychelles |

Message By President Wavel Ramkalawan on The Occasion of Teachers’ Day on Saturday 5th October, 2024

This year, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has adopted the theme, “Valuing teacher voices: Towards a new social contract for education"

Today, the world once again unites to pay tribute to one of the greatest pillars of our society—our teachers. Seychelles celebrates the 34th Edition of Teachers' Week, and it is a privilege to acknowledge the indispensable role that you, our teachers, play in shaping the future of our nation. This year,…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Strategic Plan for Massawa Workers Training Center

The Massawa Workers Training Center has provided theoretical and practical vocational training in various fields to 1,140 workers

A strategic plan for the Massawa Workers Training Center was adopted at a meeting held from 16 to 24 September, organized by the National Confederation of Eritrean Workers in collaboration with the Center for Institutional Excellence of Eritrea. The meeting was attended by members of the executive committee of the…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

International Teachers Day Observed

International Teachers Day is being observed for the 28th time at national level and for the 31st time at international level

International Teachers Day, which is celebrated annually on 5 October, was observed yesterday at the national level in Asmara. The event was attended by Mr. Yosuf Saiq, Head of Organizational Affairs of the PFDJ, alongside representatives of teachers. Mr. Simon Mehari, Chairman of the Eritrean Teachers Association, emphasized that teachers…

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Video News Release: Guinea's Sole Public Dental School Unveils Expanded Training Facility to Revolutionize Dental Care across West Africa

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Mercy Ships (www.MercyShips.Africa) inaugurated a modern Dental Care Training Center at Gamal Abdel Nasser University in Conakry, Guinea, aimed at enhancing healthcare education in West Africa. This initiative supports sustainable training for future dentists and strengthens partnerships to improve dental care in underserved regions.

Source: United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation |

United Arab Emirates (UAE) Confirms Targeted Attack by Sudanese Army on Ambassador’s Residence in Khartoum

His Excellency also invited United Nations experts to review the evidence and examine the damage caused by the attack

His Excellency Salem Al Jaberi, Assistant Minister for Security and Military Affairs, has confirmed that the attack by the Sudanese army, which targeted the residence of the UAE Ambassador in Khartoum, resulted in extensive damage to the building and surrounding area. The attack constitutes a blatant violation of the fundamental…

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Angola’s Secretary of State for Mineral Resources and Petroleum Closes 5th Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) Event

The fifth edition of the Angola Oil & Gas conference took place in Luanda from October 2-3 under the theme Driving Exploration and Development Towards Increased Production

Angola’s Secretary of State for Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas José Barroso officially closed the fifth edition of the Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) conference with calls to Drive Exploration and Development Towards Increase Production.   Taking place over two days in Luanda from October 2-3, AOG 2024 featured several industry-advancing…