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Source: The Presidency, Republic of Ghana | Apr 24, 2024

Ghana: Vice President Bawumia makes Historic visit to Vatican, Strengthening Diplomatic Ties

This landmark meeting underscores Ghana’s commitment to strengthening ties with the global community and fostering diplomatic relations on an international scale

Ghana’s Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, on Wednesday (24 April, 2024) visited the Vatican, where he was warmly received by Pope Francis as part of his working visit to the Republic of Italy and the Vatican State. This landmark meeting underscores Ghana’s commitment to strengthening ties with the global community…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation - Federal Republic of Somalia | Apr 24, 2024

Somalia: Foreign Minister Leads Initiative to Modernize Ministry Operations

Minister Fiqi unveiled ambitious plans to modernize archival and consular services

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Amb. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, chaired a session on Tuesday at the ministry headquarters in the capital city of Mogadishu, gathered with the ministry’s department directors and the Permanent Secretary, focusing on implementing strategic reforms to enhance operational efficiency. During the session,…

Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda | Apr 24, 2024

Uganda: Parliament commits Shs1 billion for cancer centre as Speaker Among launches Rotary Cancer Run 2024

The commitment was made by the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, as she launched the 2024 edition of the Annual Rotary Cancer Run at the hospital on Wednesday, 24 April 2024

Parliament has committed to contribute Shs1 billion towards the completion of the radiotherapy centre at St. Francis Nsambya Hospital in the capital, Kampala. The commitment was made by the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, as she launched the 2024 edition of the Annual Rotary Cancer Run at the hospital on…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Investment Promotion - Federal Republic of Somalia | Apr 24, 2024

Somali Foreign Minister Receives Senior Turkish Official for High-Level Talks in Mogadishu

The meeting highlighted the growing strategic partnership between Somalia and Türkiye, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to deepening ties for mutual benefit

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Amb. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, received on Tuesday in the capital, Mogadishu, the Director-General for Eastern and Southern Africa at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly Republic of Turkiye, H.E. Amb. Elif Çomoğlu Ülgen, and discussed with her the strengthening…

Source: World Food Programme (WFP) | Apr 24, 2024

China and World Food Programme (WFP) join forces to boost school meals and promote access to education in Uganda

This contribution will enable WFP to procure maize, beans, and vegetable oil locally, benefiting school children and smallholder farmers alike, thereby stimulating the local economy

The Government of the People’s Republic of China has provided funding to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) for the provision of school meals to over 165,000 children in Karamoja region in Northeastern Uganda. "This contribution is part of China’s commitment to improving food security and nutrition, developing human…

Source: President of the Republic of Kenya | Apr 24, 2024

President Ruto signs into Law the Statute Law Bill 2024

This change aims to address the issue of inadequate personnel to fulfil its functions, stemming from poor terms of employment for State counsel and the absence of a comprehensive scheme of service for the officers

President William Ruto has signed into law the Statute Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, 2024, that amends various provisions of 16 Acts of Parliament. To strengthen human resource operations in the Attorney-General’s office, the Office of the Attorney-General Act has been amended to introduce an advisory board that will recommend for…

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Source: LG Electronics | Apr 24, 2024

How to improve indoor air quality and breathe easier

By filtering out dust, allergens, and other impurities, aircons can help create a healthier indoor environment

Indoor air can be way more polluted than outdoor air. Luckily, air-conditioning systems can help safeguard your health. As we go about our daily lives, we often overlook a critical aspect of our well-being: the quality of the air we breathe. When we do think about the air we’re breathing,…

Source: President of the Republic of Kenya | Apr 24, 2024

President Ruto: Kenya’s Industrial Growth Trajectory is on Track

The Government had invested heavily in similar economic zones across the country

Kenya’s journey to becoming a global industrial powerhouse is on course, President William Ruto has said. He cited the current robust investor confidence, saying it is attracting substantial foreign and local investments and elevating the country’s industrial agenda. “Our Special Economic Zone programme is coming of age, vindicating its driving…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt | Apr 24, 2024

President El-Sisi Speaks with the Prime Minister of the Netherlands

The call focused on the situation in Gaza, and Egypt's efforts to restore regional stability by reaching a ceasefire in the region and providing access for humanitarian aid

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from Prime Minister of the Netherlands, Mark Rutte. Spokesman for the Presidency, Counselor Dr. Ahmed Fahmy, said, "President El-Sisi and the Dutch Prime Minister discussed bilateral relations and ways to enhance cooperation across various political and economic levels, to be consistent…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The State of Qatar | Apr 24, 2024

Chairman of Libya's High Council Meets Qatar's Ambassador

During the meeting, they discussed the bilateral cooperation relations between the two countries

HE Chairman of Libya's High Council of State Dr. Mohammed Moftah Takala met with HE Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Libya Khaled bin Mohammed Zabin Al Dosari. During the meeting, they discussed the bilateral cooperation relations between the two countries.