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The World Bank Group

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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…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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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.…

UNICEF Somalia
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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…

United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation
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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…

World Health Organization (WHO) - Rwanda
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Securing a healthier future: Rwanda's vaccination efforts protect children from polio

Although the last polio case in Rwanda was reported three decades ago, the vaccination campaign aimed to reach all children under the age of seven regardless of their previous immunization status

When community health workers announced a mass polio vaccination campaign in Karongi, on the eastern shores of Lake Kivu last year, mother Marie Claire Umutoniwase knew this was her opportunity to protect the health of her now nine-month-old daughter Ornella. Umutoniwase had learned from community health workers the devastating effects…

The World Bank Group
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African Leaders Unveil Bold Transformation Agenda at Summit, Backed by Powerful New Coalition

Leaders from across Africa pledge ambitious economic reforms, with the World Bank's IDA at the heart of the strategy

In a historic show of unity, 19 African Heads of State assembled at a major summit committed to focusing development aspirations across the continent. This ambitious agenda, aiming to dramatically improve lives and create new opportunities, positions the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA) as a cornerstone for success. Beyond…

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In its 20th year, Mukuru named in FXC Intelligence Top 100 Cross-Border Payment Companies list for fifth time in a row

The recognition coincides with the financial services platform turning 20 years old and still growing

As next-generation financial services platform Mukuru (https://www.Mukuru.com) marks the major milestone of being in business for 20 years, FCX Intelligence has announced that it has made the list of Top 100 Cross-Border Payment Companies for the fifth successive year. The award goes a long way in demonstrating how Mukuru has…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Regional Agency for Agriculture and Food (RAAF): 10 Years Serving the Agricultural Development in West Africa and the Sahel

RAAF has facilitated the exchange of knowledge, resources and best practices, empowering stakeholders to address the multifaceted challenges facing the agricultural sector

Officially launched in Lomé (Togo) on 27 September 2013, the Regional Agency for Agriculture and Food (RAAF) has already got ten years in implementing its mandate. To recall, RAAF mandate is to ensure technical implementation of regional programmes and investment plans contributing to the operationalisation of the Regional agricultural policy…

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Lifetime Achievement Award for tireless efforts and passion for improving healthcare in Africa – Dr. Juliette Tuakli

The awards gala was the culmination of the summit, hosted by Zenith Global Health, and took place at the prestigious Accra International Conference Centre April 22-24

Founder and Medical Director of CHILD Accra, Dr. Juliette M. Tuakli, has been awarded a lifetime achievement award at the 4th Africa Healthcare Awards and Summit (AHAS) for her tireless efforts and passion for improving healthcare and the lives of children and families throughout Africa.  The awards gala was the…

African Energy Chamber
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Namibian Content, Energy Security, Jobs, Women Empowerment a priority for Oil and Gas Sector Not Xenophobia

For the African Energy Chamber, the criticism, consistent slander and repetition of gossip from “The Namibian” newspaper does not have any merit

While Rwanda is commemorating 30 years of genocide, many Africans know all too well what can happen when media outlets single out certain groups of people and Individuals for constant attacks. Radio Télévision Libre des Mille Collines instigated the hate. “The Namibian” newspaper has become the Radio Télévision Libre des…