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Source: Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) | Mar 26, 2023

Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) organized the 1st Capacity Building Program for OIC Business Intelligence Center (OBIC) Users: The Role of Credit Information Sharing, and Business Intelligence in Supporting Trade and Investment Decisions

The program lasted for three days and included presentations and open discussions, where participants were actively engaged during interactive and networking sessions

The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (www.ICIEC.IsDB.org), the Insurance arm of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, organized on 20-22 March in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the 1st Capacity Building Program for the Users of the OIC Business Intelligence Center (OBIC), targeted at Supporting Credit…

Source: Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) | Mar 26, 2023

Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) Helping Uzbekistan to Build a Resilient Islamic Finance Industry

The objectives of the mission were to assess the progress of on-going projects in Uzbekistan and to pilot the Islamic Finance Country Assessment Framework

A technical mission from the Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (www.IsDBInstitute.org) visited Uzbekistan from 13 to 16 March 2023 and met with key stakeholders to discuss Islamic finance projects and initiatives in the country. The team comprised of Mr. Yahya Rehman, Lead Islamic Finance Specialist, and Mr. Khalid Jawahir, Senior…

Source: Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) | Mar 26, 2023

Islamic Development Bank Institute Explores Development of a Smart Countertrade System

Countertrade is a transaction involving exports and imports between countries that are settled through non-financial means

The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (www.IsDBInstitute.org) has initiated a project to explore the feasibility of developing a Smart Countertrade System for the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member countries. By utilizing the Institute’s existing patents such as Smart Vouchers, the digital system will aim to facilitate countertrade transactions between…

Source: Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Khartoum, Sudan | Mar 26, 2023

Strengthening Ukhuwah and Spirit of Unity, the Indonesian Embassy in Khartoum holds Iftar with Indonesian Communities and Students

The Indonesian Ambassador to Khartoum, Mr. Sunarko in his speech stressed the importance of improving the quality of worship, including social piety and other productive activities

The Indonesian Embassy in Khartoum on Friday (24/3) held an iftar activity for the Indonesian community and society as well as students at the Wisma Duta courtyard. In addition to increasing the number of worship services for the month of Ramadan 1444 H, the joint iftar and congregational tarawih prayers…

Source: Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Khartoum, Sudan | Mar 26, 2023

The Indonesian Ambassador to Khartoum Received a Visit from Lieutenant Colonel Sumidi, who Served at United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA)

Ambassador Sunarko warmly welcomed Lt. Col. Sumidi's visit and expressed his congratulations and support for his assignment at UNISFA

The Indonesian Ambassador to Sudan Sunarko on Wednesday (22/3) received an introductory visit from Marine Lieutenant Colonel Sumidi who will be assigned to the United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA). The assignment is a regular replacement carried out in assignments at UNISFA. Ambassador Sunarko warmly welcomed Lt. Col.…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) | Mar 26, 2023

To validate the Strategic Plan 2023-2027 of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Gender Development Centre

The goal of the Strategic Plan is to build on the progress and achievements that have been made over the years and to contribute to sustainable development and economic and social justice in the ECOWAS region

Accra, the capital of Ghana, will host a Meeting of Gender Experts from 27th to 29th March 2023, followed by a Meeting of Ministers responsible for Gender and Women Affairs of ECOWAS Member States on 30th March 2023. Organised by the ECOWAS Gender Development Centre (EGDC), the main objective of the Meeting of Experts and…

Source: Ministry of Health, Kenya | Mar 26, 2023

Kenya has Received International Recognition for their Progress in Community Health Services at 3rd International CHWs Symposium in Liberia

The Kenyan delegation, led by the Ministry of Health, shared their roadmap and progress in community health service delivery

Kenya has received international recognition at the 3rd International CHW Symposium for its remarkable progress in implementing Community Health Services. The Symposium, which was held in Liberia in March 2023, also produced the Monrovia Declaration, a document that calls on countries to invest in country-led strategies, normalize professional CHWs, integrate…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Mar 26, 2023

Eritrea: Call for Integrated Effort to Control Prevalence of Tree Locust

Mr. Tedros Seyum, head of migrating pests at the Ministry of Agriculture, said that tree locust could inflict heavy damage not only on trees but also on vegetables and other crops

The Ministry of Agriculture called on all concerned bodies to actively conduct surveillance with a view to control the prevalence of tree locust that is steadily increasing. Indicating that tree locust is being spotted every year especially in the Gash Barka Region, the Ministry said that it is being detected in…

Source: The Presidency, The Arab Republic of Egypt | Mar 25, 2023

Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets Minister of Justice

President El-Sisi expressed his appreciation for the efforts of the judges in expediting the completion of citizens' cases and looked forward to the continuation of this efficient performance

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Minister of Justice, Counselor Omar Marwan. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Counselor Ahmed Fahmy, said the meeting reviewed the ministry's efforts to expedite the completion of citizens' cases in courts in the context of the comprehensive development of the State litigation system. The…

Source: World Health Organization (WHO) | Mar 25, 2023

Marburg Virus Disease - United Republic of Tanzania

As response measures, Rapid Response Teams have been deployed to investigate and implement interventions in the affected areas

Situation at a glance On 21 March 2023, the Ministry of Health (MoH) of the United Republic of Tanzania declared an outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in the country. As of 22 March, a total of eight cases, including five deaths (case fatality ratio [CFR]: 62.5%) have been reported…

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