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Source: Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates | May 29, 2023

His Majesty (HM) Majesty King Mohammed VI sent a congratulatory message to Mr. Recep Tayyip Erdogan on his reelection as President of the Republic of Türkiye

HM the King further congratulated Erdogan for earning, once again, the trust of the Turkish people, expressing His satisfaction with the fruitful cooperation enjoyed by the two countries

In this message, the Sovereign expressed His warmest congratulations to the Turkish president, wishing him success in his continuing efforts to lead the Turkish people towards further progress and prosperity. HM the King further congratulated Erdogan for earning, once again, the trust of the Turkish people, expressing His satisfaction with…

Source: United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office | May 29, 2023

Troika and European Union Response to African Union Communiqué of 27 May

Special Envoys and Representatives from Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union have issued a statement

Norway, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, and the European Union [the Troika plus EU] welcome the African Union (AU) Communiqué of 27 May following the Heads of State and Government Peace & Security Council meeting on Sudan. We agree with the AU’s condemnation of the actions of…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | May 29, 2023

Eritrea: Messages of congratulations

President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of the Republic of Algeria expressed his country’s readiness to conduct regular consultation with Eritrea on regional issues of interest

The leaders of Kuwait, Algeria, and Zambia sent messages of congratulations in connection with the 32nd Independence Day anniversary. President Emir of Kuwait Sheik Nawaf Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Crown Prince Shiek Meshal Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, and Prime Minister Ahmed Nawaf Al-Ahmed Al-Sabah, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune of the Republic of Algeria, President…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | May 29, 2023

Eritrea: Diaspora national celebrate Independence Day anniversary

Nationals in Cote D’Ivoire also celebrated the 32nd Independence Day anniversary with patriotic zeal under the theme “Heroic Feat Anchored on Cohesive Ranks”

Nationals in Kuwait, Germany and Cote D’Ivoire celebrated the 32nd Independence Day anniversary with patriotic zeal under the theme “Heroic Feat Anchored on Cohesive Ranks”. The celebratory event organized in Kuwait on 26 May in which Government officials and members of the Diplomatic Corps as well as a number of nationals…

Source: World Food Programme (WFP) | May 29, 2023

First World Food Programme (WFP) food assistance distributed in Khartoum

WFP plans to reach at least 500,000 people in Khartoum

Distributions of United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) food assistance began on Saturday for thousands of people who have been trapped in Sudan’s capital Khartoum since fighting broke out six weeks ago. The distributions come in the last days of the seven-day ceasefire agreed by both conflict parties, which is…

Source: World Health Organzation (WHO) - Zimbabwe | May 29, 2023

World Health Organization (WHO) Donates Cholera Supplies to enhance outbreak response in Zimbabwe

The treatment kits which consist of 20 community, 6 peripheral and 2 central kits are estimated to serve approximately 2 800 patients

The World Health Organization (WHO) donated cholera kits and medical supplies to the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) in Zimbabwe as part of ongoing efforts to combat the cholera outbreak. The kits, procured with financial support from United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (USCDC) and WHO,…

Source: United Nations Secretary-General | May 29, 2023

Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General – on Somalia

The Secretary-General pays tribute to all ATMIS troops and expresses his appreciation for their service in support of peace and stability in Somalia

The Secretary-General strongly condemns the recent attack against the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) base, staffed by Ugandan peacekeepers, in Buulo Mareer, Lower Shabelle, Somalia. The Secretary-General conveys his heartfelt condolences to the families of those killed as well as to the Government and people of Uganda. He…

Source: United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) | May 29, 2023

“We are making a difference”: Advocating against period poverty and female genital mutilation in The Gambia

Ms. Sarr said period poverty, or the inability to access or pay for menstrual hygiene products, is an especially acute issue across The Gambia’s rural areas

“When a girl starts to menstruate, that's when the problems usually start,” said Ndeye Rose Sarr, UNFPA’s representative in The Gambia. As many women and girls know, periods can be painful. Physical symptoms such as cramping and soreness, combined with the stigma surrounding menstruation, can interrupt schooling, work and women’s and…

Source: Western Cape Government: Office of the Premier | May 29, 2023

Premier requests that African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) tops the agenda of upcoming President’s Coordinating Council (PCC)

At stake are jobs and livelihoods, already hit hard by the disastrous energy crisis and poor economic stewardship by our national government

This week, Friday Premier Alan Winde will attend a meeting of the President’s Coordinating Council (PCC). The Premier has requested that the critical issue of South Africa’s continued membership of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) be on the agenda of the upcoming PCC. “This issue cannot be ignored…

Source: Western Cape Finance and Economic Opportunities, South Africa | May 29, 2023

Western Cape Finance and Economic Opportunities on South Africa (SA) VISA for business

78% of businesses rate SA VISA regime as ‘very poor’

In almost every interaction I have with businesses in the Western Cape, a topic which is raised consistently as a key obstacle to attracting investment and to expanding existing businesses is the broken South African visa regime. To facilitate foreign investment, companies need to be able to easily access South…

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