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Source: Government of Canada | Jun 06, 2023

Canada announces matching fund for East Africa: Conflict, Climate and Hunger

Nearly 1.4 million people have been forced to flee their homes since the conflict in Sudan began on April 15, 2023

Canada is deeply concerned by the growing humanitarian impacts of conflict and climate events in East Africa, including in Sudan, that have forced hunger upon millions of people in the region. Severe droughts continue to plague the region, leaving millions of people without reliable access to food and water, while…

Source: UN News | Jun 06, 2023

Critical humanitarian situation in Central African Republic

The conflict in neighbouring Sudan has further exacerbated needs

The humanitarian situation in the Central African Republic (CAR) remains critical, with more than half the population, 3.4 million people, requiring assistance and protection, the top UN aid official in the country said on Monday. Of this number, 2.4 million “have needs so severe and complex that their survival and dignity…

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- Central Africa faces ‘turning point’ amid multiple crises
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Source: UN News | Jun 05, 2023

Central Africa faces ‘turning point’ amid multiple crises

Despite critical gains by Central African nations in advancing stability and cooperation, the region faces multiple crises, and the coming months mark “an important turning point”, the top UN official there told the Security Council on Monday

“Central Africa is richer in opportunities and resources than it is in challenges”, but, the coming months will mark “an important turning point” for the region, where crucial political and electoral processes must take place by the end of the year, said Abdou Abarry, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Central…

Source: Human Rights Watch (HRW) | Jun 05, 2023

Central African Republic: Referendum Poses Risks

Presidential Term Measure a Threat to Civil Society, Freedom of Expression

An upcoming constitutional referendum could further close civic space in the Central African Republic and risks reversing democratic gains made since 2015, Human Rights Watch said today. The president of the Central African Republic, Faustin-Archange Touadéra, announced via Facebook on May 30, 2023, that he was calling a referendum on a new constitution. While…

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- On the sidelines of GITEX Africa Elm signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ministry of Digital Economy, Posts, and Telecommunications of Central African Republic to drive digital transformation and business opportunities
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Source: Elm | Jun 05, 2023

On the sidelines of GITEX Africa Elm signs Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ministry of Digital Economy, Posts, and Telecommunications of Central African Republic to drive digital transformation and business opportunities

The agreement entails the implementation of comprehensive digital platforms that offer superior consultancy services

Elm (https://apo-opa.info/3IMOx3f), a leading digital solutions provider, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Digital Economy, Posts, and Telecommunications of the Central African Republic, to promote business opportunities and drive the country’s digital transformation. The agreement was signed by Majid bin Saad Al-Arifi, Spokesperson and VP of…

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- Marietta an 8 year old girl (Photo taken in Bangui, Central African Republic)
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Source: Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) | May 16, 2023

Canon Eye Care – Giving Sight and Hope to Thousands of Children in Bangui

Children suffering from vision disorders and discomfort are assisted with treatment including eye drops for artificial tears, corticosteroid therapy

Canon’s (https://www.Canon-CNA.com/) advanced eyecare equipment has been life-changing for thousands of children suffering from vision loss in Bangui, Central African Republic. The situation in the country is alarming because children are often facing undetected vision limitations during school lessons, and this has impacted their livelihoods. According to research, Bangui’s dry…

Source: United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation | Apr 28, 2023

United Arab Emirates President sends written letter to President of Central African Republic which included an invitation to COP28

The message was delivered by His Excellency Rashid Saeed Al Shamsi, the UAE's Non-Resident Ambassador to the Central African Republic, at the presidential palace in the capital, Bangui

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, sent a letter to His Excellency Faustin-Archange Touadera, President of the Central African Republic, which included an official invitation to COP28, which will be held in Dubai Expo City this November. The message was delivered by His Excellency Rashid Saeed…

Source: International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) | Apr 05, 2023

Central African Republic: The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) facilitates the transfer of 19 soldiers from the Central African Armed Forces following their release

They will soon arrive in Bangui by ICRC aircraft before being handed over to national authorities

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), in accordance with its mandate and acting as a neutral intermediary, handed over on Wednesday 19 members of the Central African Armed Forces (FACA) who were captured on 14 February by the Coalition of Patriots for Change (CPC). "It will be a…

Source: International Monetary Fund (IMF) | Mar 15, 2023

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Staff Concludes Working Visit to the Central African Republic

The economic situation in the CAR remains challenging and the outlook uncertain, given the precarious humanitarian and social context and the tightening of financial conditions

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Albert Touna Mama, IMF Mission Chief for the Central African Republic, carried out a working visit to Bangui from February 27 to March 3, 2023. This mission afforded IMF staff the opportunity to review recent economic developments with the CAR authorities and…

Source: Human Rights Watch (HRW) | Mar 14, 2023

Well Deserved Recognition for Central African Judge

Darlan received the International Woman of Courage award from the US government, which recognizes her efforts to protect the constitution

Danièle Darlan, former head of the Constitutional Court in the Central African Republic, knew her post would be challenging when she assumed her role in 2017. The country, much of which was controlled by armed groups that committed human rights abuses with impunity, was emerging from presidential elections after establishing…