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Source: U.S. Embassy in Ethiopia | Apr 29, 2024

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…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Sri Lanka | Apr 29, 2024

Sri Lankans in Ethiopia celebrate Sinhala and Tamil New Year

This year’s festival was particularly organized by the Sri Lankans in Hawassa with the support of the Sri Lankans living in other parts of Ethiopia

Sri Lankan nationals who are living and working in Ethiopia, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Addis Ababa organized a Sinhala and Tamil New Year festival on 21 April 2024 in the Hawassa Industrial Park. This year’s festival was particularly organized by the Sri Lankans in Hawassa…

Source: Council of the European Union | Apr 29, 2024

Ethiopia: Council restricts visa provision

The standard visa-processing period now becomes 45 calendar days instead of 15

Today, the Council decided to temporarily suspend certain elements of the EU law that regulates the issuing of visas to Ethiopian nationals. In particular, it will no longer be possible for member states: to waive requirements with regard to the evidence to be submitted by Ethiopian visa applicants to issue…

Source: Republic of Liberia: Executive Mansion | Apr 29, 2024

Liberia: President Boakai Provides Perspectives on Governance Issues in a British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Interview as He Promises Swift Dismissal of Corrupt Officials

He emphasized the need for a change in the perception of government as a place for self-elevation and personal enrichment, rather than a place of service and accountability

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., was recently interviewed by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) where he shed light on various governance issues including corruption, food security, impunity, drug abuse, and the future of Liberia's youth. He emphasized the need for a change in the perception of government as a place…

Source: Council of the European Union | Apr 29, 2024

European Peace Facility: Council adopts an assistance measure to support the Armed Forces of Côte d'Ivoire

This support will strengthen the operational capabilities of the Ivoirian Armed Forces to secure areas close to land borders and to counter non-state armed groups

The Council today adopted an assistance measure worth €15 million under the European Peace Facility to support the Armed Forces of Côte d'Ivoire. This support will strengthen the operational capabilities of the Ivoirian Armed Forces to secure areas close to land borders and to counter non-state armed groups, which are destabilising the country and the whole West Africa…

Source: Royal Thai Embassy, Cairo, Egypt | Apr 29, 2024

Seminar organised by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Committee in Cairo and the Egyptian Council for Foreign Affairs (ECFA)

The seminar aimed to promote better understanding and strengthen relations between ASEAN and Egypt

On 24 April 2024, the ASEAN Committee in Cairo together with the Egyptian Council for Foreign Affairs (ECFA) organised a seminar at Tahrir Diplomatic Club in Cairo. The seminar aimed to promote better understanding and strengthen relations between ASEAN and Egypt. It covers wide-ranging topics from politics, trade, investment, society…

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Source: The World Bank Group | Apr 29, 2024

Persistent Gender Disparities Hinder Women's Safety and Productivity in Zimbabwe

The Zimbabwe Gender-Based Violence Assessment and the Gender Assessment show that the country has made progress but there are further actions that can be taken to address gender disparities

In Zimbabwe, gender-based violence (GBV) is a significant concern, with a substantial number of women experiencing physical and sexual violence. Approximately 39.4% of women have been subjected to physical violence, and an estimated 11.6% have faced sexual violence. Although there has been a decline in child marriage rates, 16.2% of…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea | Apr 29, 2024

Eritrea: Workshop Focusing on Tripartite Labor Relations

The workshop featured discussion papers on the meaning and significance of tripartite labor relations

The National Confederation of Eritrean Workers, as part of the activities marking International Workers’ Day, organized a workshop under the theme “Professional Competence Development Stimulant” focusing on tripartite labor relations. The workshop featured discussion papers on the meaning and significance of tripartite labor relations, presented by notable figures including Mr.…

Source: UNICEF Somalia | Apr 29, 2024

United Kingdom, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and Federal Government of Somalia launch flagship programme to improve health and nutrition for Somali women and children

Over 3 years, the UK will dedicate £38m to improve health and nutrition for vulnerable pregnant women and young children in Somalia through UNICEF

British Embassy Mogadishu partners with UNICEF and the Federal Government of Somalia to launch Better Lives for Somali Women and Children (Better Lives) programme; Over 3 years, the UK will dedicate £38m to improve health and nutrition for vulnerable pregnant women and young children in Somalia through UNICEF. The British…

Source: United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation | Apr 29, 2024

United Arab Emirates Participates in the Second BRICS Sherpa Meeting

The meeting highlighted ways of reinforcing the integration of new members into the group

His Excellency Saeed Mubarak Al-Hajeri, Assistant Minister for Economic and Trade Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the UAE’s Sherpa of BRICS, participated in the second Sherpa meeting of the BRICS group which was held in Moscow, Russia. The meeting highlighted ways of reinforcing the integration of new…

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