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Source: State House Uganda | Feb 14, 2026

Uganda: President Museveni Urges National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairpersons to Promote Wealth Creation, Accountability and Service Delivery

During the meeting, President Museveni, who is also the National Chairman of the NRM, congratulated the leaders upon their victory in the recently concluded elections

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni yesterday evening met with the National Resistance Movement (NRM) Chairpersons for districts, cities, municipalities, and divisions at State House Entebbe. During the meeting, President Museveni, who is also the National Chairman of the NRM, congratulated the leaders upon their victory in the recently concluded elections. The…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt | Feb 14, 2026

Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets Prime Minister and Minister of Finance

The President reviewed a new social protection package aimed at supporting the most vulnerable and low-income groups, coinciding with the advent of the holy month of Ramadan

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Finance Ahmed Kouchouk. Spokesman for the Presidency Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy stated that the President reviewed a new social protection package aimed at supporting the most vulnerable and low-income groups, coinciding with the advent of the…

Source: Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Liberia | Feb 14, 2026

Ambassador Yin Chengwu Meets with Minister of Local Government of Liberia, Hon. Francis Sakila Nyumalin

Yin briefed Hon. Nyumalin on the outcomes of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee and expressed his willingness to work together

On February 13, Yin Chengwu, Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, met with Hon. Francis Sakila Nyumalin, Minister of Local Government of Liberia. Yin briefed Hon. Nyumalin on the outcomes of the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th CPC Central Committee and expressed his willingness to work together to earnestly implement the important consensus…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles | Feb 14, 2026

Seychelles bolsters regional and bilateral ties at the African Union Executive Council

The discussions centered on deepening strategic partnerships, streamlining diplomatic protocols, and fostering regional solidarity within the Indian Ocean and the broader African continent

Mr. Barry Faure, Seychelles’ Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, concluded a series of high-level bilateral meetings on the margins of the African Union (AU) Executive Council in Addis Ababa. The discussions centered on deepening strategic partnerships, streamlining diplomatic protocols, and fostering regional solidarity within the Indian Ocean and…

Source: African Union (AU) | Feb 14, 2026

African Union Renews Commitment to Finance Gender Equality at High-Level Breakfast Meeting

The meeting reaffirmed that Africa’s path to achieving Agenda 2063 is closely tied to unlocking the economic potential of its women and youth

The Women, Gender and Youth Directorate of the African Union Commission, in collaboration with the Republic of Ghana, convened a High-Level Breakfast Meeting on the margins of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union in Addis Ababa. Organised by H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic…

Source: Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Zambia | Feb 14, 2026

Zambian Ministry of Defence Held Medal Awarding Ceremony for the 28th Chinese Military Medical Experts Team to Zambia

Zambia is committed to continuing to strengthen cooperation with China in the field of military medical and health services and deepening the friendly relations between the two countries

On February 12, 2026, the Zambian Ministry of Defence held a ceremony to award the “International Friendship and Cooperation Medal” to the 28th Chinese military medical experts team to Zambia. Mr. Maambo Haamaundu, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Defense, Brigadier GeneralLevi Muchemwa, Commandant of Mania Soko Medical Centre, Wang Sheng, Chargé d'Affairesof the Embassy of the People’s Republic of Chinainthe Republic of Zambia and Senior Colonel Bai Yunfeng, Defense Attaché,…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt | Feb 14, 2026

Egypt: Planning Minister Ahmed Rostom Reviews Annual and Medium-Term Plans, Calls for Stronger Investment Governance and Citizen-Centered Priorities

The Minister directed the swift completion of ongoing efforts to ensure operational efficiency and stressed the importance of reflecting presidential directives to the newly formed government within the draft plan

H.E. Dr. Ahmed Rostom, Minister of Planning and Economic Development, convened an expanded meeting with the Ministry’s senior leadership in his first official engagement following the constitutional oath before H.E. Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic. The meeting focused on reviewing priority workstreams, the draft annual plan, and the…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa | Feb 13, 2026

Deputy President Paul Mashatile convenes Water Task Team on intervention to stabilise Gauteng water supply

Water security remains a national priority, and the Water Task Team will continue to monitor implementation and enforce compliance where necessary

Deputy President, Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile, Chairperson of the Water Task Team, today convened a meeting with Ministers and government officials to assess the water supply challenges across Gauteng following recent disruptions. The Water Task Team was briefed that electro-mechanical failures at Rand Water pump stations and a major pipe burst…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Feb 13, 2026

Seminars for Members of the National Union of Eritrean Women

The seminars focused on the role and contribution of Eritrean women during the armed struggle for independence, safeguarding national sovereignty, and participation in national affairs

Ms. Tekea Tesfamicael, President of the National Union of Eritrean Women, conducted seminars for members of the Union in the sub-zones of Keren, Asmat, Halhal, and Habero from 7 to 11 February. The seminars focused on the role and contribution of Eritrean women during the armed struggle for independence, safeguarding…

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- A selection of delicious sweet treats with a Valentine's Day theme, offered to all customers onboard Emirates on the 14 February
- A selection of colourful cocktails and mocktails with a Valentines Day theme served in Emirates Lounges in Dubai
- Moet Chandon rose Champagne is elegantly paired with canapes of marinated lobster en feuillete and truffle cream eclat
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Source: The Emirates Group | Feb 13, 2026

Love in the skies: Emirates SkyCargo connects Kenya’s exports to the world – on Valentine’s Day and beyond

Kenya remains one of the world’s largest exporters of fresh-cut flowers, with significant volumes transported by air to international markets, particularly in Europe

Emirates SkyCargo ensures Kenya’s time-sensitive exports reach global markets quickly and in optimal condition. Two daily passenger flights from Nairobi (three from 1 March) and three weekly freighter services offer 1,100 tonnes of weekly cargo capacity. As Valentine’s Day approaches, Emirates SkyCargo continues to support Kenya’s export community by ensuring…

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