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

Minister of Foreign Affairs (MFA) Nasser Bourita Receives His Gambian Counterpart, Bearer of a Message to His Majesty (HM) King Mohammed VI from the President of the Gambia

The Gambia’s top diplomat also took the opportunity to reaffirm his country's support for Morocco's territorial integrity and sovereignty

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Mr. Nasser Bourita received on April 29, 2024 in Rabat, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Gambians Abroad of the Republic of the Gambia, Mr. Mamadou Tangara bearer of a message to HM King Mohammed VI from the…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The State of Qatar |

Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Participates in a Meeting of Six Arab Foreign Ministers with United States Secretary of State

The meeting discussed the latest developments in the region, the affirmation of the Arab position calling for an immediate ceasefire and the sustainable humanitarian aid access to the Gaza Strip

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani took part in a meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the State of Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the…

Source: U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria |

Deputy Secretary Campbell’s Travel to Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and France

The Deputy Secretary will participate in bilateral meetings on the Indo-Pacific and the AUKUS trilateral security partnership

Deputy Secretary Kurt M. Campbell will travel to Abuja, Nigeria; London, United Kingdom; and Paris, France April 29-May 3. In Abuja, the Deputy Secretary will co-chair the sixth U.S.-Nigeria Binational Commission (BNC) with Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar to discuss partnerships; security cooperation; shared prosperity; democracy, governance and accountability; and the movement…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Wishes a Well-deserved Retirement to Mr Ousseini Salifou, First Executive Director of Regional Agriculture and Food Agency (RAAF)

Prior to joining RAAF, he served as ECOWSAS Commissioner for Agriculture, Environment and Water Resources from February 2007 down to February 2012

From July 2013 down to April 2024, Mr Ousseini Salifou, in his capacity of Executive Director, had the heavy responsibility of leading the Regional Agriculture and Food Agency (RAAF) and its team in the implementation of the projects and programmes of the ECOWAS Regional Agricultural Policy (ECOWAP). Today 30 April…

Source: United Nations In Egypt |

High-level visit to Suez Canal Economic Zone showcases the impact of the collaboration between United Nations’ Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Switzerland and Egypt on promoting Eco-industrial Parks as drivers of sustainable industrial development

This visit underscores the tangible outcomes of the Global Eco-Industrial Parks Programme (GEIPP) in Egypt, emphasising the commitment to fostering inclusive and environmentally responsible economic growth within the country

The visit of Minister Ahmed Samir, Ambassador Yvonne Baumann and Ms. Monica Rubiolo, representative of the Swiss State Secretariat of Economic Affairs (SECO) to the Suez Canal Economic Zone marks a significant milestone in the collaborative efforts of the United Nations’ Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Switzerland and the Ministry of…

UNFPA - East and Southern Africa
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Source: UNFPA - East and Southern Africa |

Urgent call for country leadership and global solidarity to End Maternal and Newborn Deaths by 2030

UNFPA estimates US $115.5 billion is needed to end preventable maternal deaths in 120 priority countries by 2030

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) will join global leaders to call for renewed commitment towards progress on eradicating preventable maternal and newborn deaths at a 29 April event during the 57th Session of the Commission on Population and Development. At this ministerial event, UNFPA and the Governments of Bangladesh,…

Source: Republic Of South Africa: Western Cape Provincial Government |

Launch of the 2024 Western Cape Prestige Agri Awards

This esteemed event celebrates the invaluable contributions made by agri workers to the sustainability and growth of the agricultural sector in the Western Cape

On 26 April 2024, the Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA) announced the launch of the 2024 Western Cape Prestige Agri Awards (WCPAA). This esteemed event celebrates the invaluable contributions made by agri workers to the sustainability and growth of the agricultural sector in the Western Cape. We are pleased…

Mission de l'Organisation des Nations unies en République démocratique du Congo (MONUSCO)
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Source: Mission de l'Organisation des Nations unies en République démocratique du Congo (MONUSCO) |

United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo's (MONUSCO) Chinese contingent donates assets valued at $US 7 million to the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Today’s transfer of 46 767 pieces of equipment including bulldozers, forklifts and dump trucks is intended to help authorities meet its construction and development needs

The People’s Republic of China’s Peacekeeping contingent with the United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) transferred ownership of assets valued at $US 7.3 million to the Congolese government. An event marking the transfer of the assets was held today at the Chinese contingent’s…

Source: Amnesty International |

Togo: Elections against a backdrop of muzzling dissenting voices

Authorities banned demonstrations planned by political parties and civil society organizations on April 11, 12 and 13

Authorities in Togo must end their escalating crackdown on human rights including the rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly amid political tension around the adoption of changes to the constitution, as Togolese vote in parliamentary and regional elections today, Amnesty International said. Authorities banned demonstrations planned by political…

Source: U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia |

Supporting Ethiopia in the battle against malaria: A vital mission of the United States (US) government

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2022, there were 5.1 million people affected by malaria in Ethiopia, and about 75 million people were at risk of contracting the disease

As we recognize World Malaria Day on April 25, we reflect on the relentless battle against malaria, a life-threatening disease transmitted by female malaria-carrying mosquitoes. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2022, there were 5.1 million people affected by malaria in Ethiopia, and about 75 million people were…