International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC)
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International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) and Regional Voluntary Carbon Market Company (RVCMC) Sign Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for ‘The Blue Carbon Generation Project‘

Agreement Aimed to Assist the Government of Maldives’ Efforts to Achieve Sustainability Goals and to Confront Climate Change Challenges

The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (www.ITFC-idb.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Regional Voluntary Carbon Market Company (RVCMC) aimed to assist the Republic of Maldives in achieving its sustainability goals and addressing climate change's impact. The project…

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Validation Workshop of the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) Gender Mainstreaming Strategy and Action Plan 2023-2027

This validation workshop brought together all ECREEE staff with the participation of a delega-tion from the ECOWAS Centre for Gender Development (CDCG)

The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) held a validation workshop for the ECREEE 2023-2027 Gender Mainstreaming Strategy and Action Plan Report the 9 May 2024 in Praia. This activity supported by GIZ as part of Program Promoting a Climate-friendly Energy Market in West Africa (ProCEM-II). This…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Liberia
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Liberia: Ambassador Yin Chengwu Meets with the Representative of Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Bintia Stephen Tchicaya

The two sides exchanged views on strengthening multilateral cooperation in the field of agriculture

On May 10th, Yin Chengwu, Chinese Ambassador to Liberia, met with Ms. Bintia Stephen Tchicaya, the Representative of Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. The two sides exchanged views on strengthening multilateral cooperation in the field of agriculture.

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Government and Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) commit to fostering industrial harmony

The union committed to champion and support the universal healthcare agenda and the rolling out of social health insurance to all Kenyans

The government will consistently address the persistent human resource challenges that slow down the realisation of Universal Health Coverage, President William Ruto has said. The President said the government will continually engage stakeholders in the health sector, including health workers’ unions, to promote industrial harmony and long-lasting solutions to the…

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Statement by the Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, on the attack in Al Fasher

It is heartbreaking to see this nightmare unfolding – conflict continuing to spread engulfing large parts of the country

I am gravely concerned by the eruption of clashes in Al Fasher despite repeated calls to parties to the conflict to refrain from attacking the city. I reiterate - the violence threatens the lives of over 800,000 civilians who reside in Al Fasher. I am equally disturbed by reports of…

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RugbyPass TV To Stream Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Final for Historic Debut

Defending champions, South Africa will compete against host nation Madagascar to secure pathway for the 2025 Women’s World Cup in England

The final round of the 2024 Rugby Africa Women’s Cup organized by Rugby Africa (www.RugbyAfrique.com), the continental governing body of Rugby across Africa will be streamed live for the first time on RugbyPass TV (www.RugbyPass.com), official free streaming service of World Rugby, at 13:00 (East Africa Time) local time in…

NOG Energy Week
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NOG Energy Week 2024: West African Countries Harnessing Gas for Industrialisation to Boost Economic Development

The event, themed “Showcasing Opportunities. Driving Investment. Meeting Energy Demand.”, is scheduled to take place from 30 June - 4 July at the International Conference Centre (ICC), Abuja

Many African countries are harnessing gas and other cleaner and greener energies to drive their industrialisation journey. African countries including Ghana and Nigeria are investing in gas infrastructure and promoting its utilisation, and by extension are addressing energy poverty and environmental challenges. The Honourable Minister of Energy for Ghana, H.E.…

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Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2024 to Promote Investment in African Midstream, Downstream Sectors

The upcoming forum will feature a panel exploring the latest projects and investments targeting energy storage, refining capacity and enhanced transport and distribution infrastructure

As Africa seeks to improve its supply of and access to refined petroleum products, a midstream and downstream-focused panel will explore investment opportunities in the sector at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) (www.Invest-Africa-Energy.com) forum, kicking off next week in Paris. The session will uncover dynamic business, trade and partnership…

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China boosts nutrition and promotes learning for thousands of school children in Burundi

The funding will enable WFP to purchase 985 MT of maize and 245 MT of yellow split peas and benefit 42,000 school children for one year in Bubanza, Bujumbura, and Cibitoke Provinces of the country

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has received a contribution of US$1.5 million from the Government of the People’s Republic of China through the China International Development Cooperation Agency (CIDCA) to provide nutritious meals for thousands of school children in Burundi. The funding will enable WFP to purchase 985…

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Ramping up cervical cancer screening in Zimbabwe

Cervical cancer remains a significant public health concern in Zimbabwe, ranking fourth globally and regionally, with alarming incidence and mortality rates

Meet Mary Mungwere. She is a Village Health Worker (VHW) in Ringari Village, Makonde District and attached to Umboe Clinic.  When she received training for cervical cancer screening using HPV DNA testing in November 2023, Mary wasted no time in mobilizing her community through door-to-door interactions. Fast forward to today, Mary's…