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Emirates rolls out retrofitted Boeing 777s with Premium Economy to Beirut and Beijing

The refurbished four-class Emirates Boeing 777 features upgraded interiors with new design elements, including modern colour palettes, specially designed Ghaf Tree motifs, and wood finishes across all cabins

Emirates (www.Emirates.com) today announced that retrofitted Boeing 777 aircraft featuring Premium Economy will serve flights EK953/954 between Dubai and Beirut from 6 January 2026 and flights EK306/307 between Dubai and Beijing, starting from 1 February 2026. * Beijing becomes the fourth city in the Chinese mainland to receive Emirates’ latest aircraft and next-gen products, while…

The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
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Uganda to host the first ever African Dragon Boat Cup 2026

The meeting was attended by Head of Public Diplomacy Margaret Kafeero and Mr. Stilson Muhwezi, First Secretary in charge of Sports Diplomacy

Sports Diplomacy: Uganda set to host the first ever Africa Dragon Boat Cup from 1st – 4th October, 2026. Mr. Solomon Muwonge, president of the Uganda Dragon Boat Federation, revealed this in a meeting with Ambassador Richard Kabonero, Head of Regional Economic Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The…

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African Energy Chamber (AEC) Calls for Greater Global South Cooperation at Third Global South Think Tanks Dialogue

Held in Shanghai, the event convened policymakers, scholars and stakeholders from across the Global South to discuss strategies for advancing economic growth, cooperation and development

Stronger cooperation among Global South nations is becoming increasingly urgent as countries seek new pathways to accelerate development, expand trade and strengthen long-term economic resilience. For Africa, strengthened ties among Global South nations is particularly valuable, offering a viable solution to unlocking the continent’s natural and mineral wealth and allowing…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
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President Isaias Afwerki met Special Envoy of China

President Isaias further referred to China’s potential role in contributing positively to the resolution of conflicts in the Horn of Africa region, which are often fomented and exacerbated by the intervention of major external powers

President Isaias Afwerki met this morning in Adi Halo with a Chinese delegation led by Mr. Hu Changchun, Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa Affairs of the Foreign Ministry of China. At the meeting, President Isaias underlined the imperative for China to foster ties of constructive engagement with Africa…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the United Republic of Tanzania
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Ambassador Chen Mingjian Attends Opening Ceremony of Painting Exhibition Themed on Tanzania-Zambia Railway with Tanzanian Minister

The exhibition opens to the public in Tanzania until January 26, 2026

On November 26, the Chinese Embassy in Tanzania co-hosted with National Museum of China, National Museum of Tanzania and China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation the opening ceremony of “Shoulder to Shoulder on the Same Path: Painting Exhibition Themed on Tanzania-Zambia Railway” at the National Museum of Tanzania. Chinese Ambassador H.E. Chen Mingjian, Tanzanian Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism Hon. Dr. Ashatu Kijaji, Permanent Secretary of Tanzanian Ministry of Transport Hon. Prof. Godius Kahyarara, Zambian Deputy High Commissioner to Tanzania Mr. Anthony Bwalya attended the event and visited the exhibition, together with over 300 people from various sectors.  Amb. Chen stated in her remarks that since its completion 50 years ago, TAZARA Railway has always been a monument of China-Africa friendship. Last week, Chinese Premier Li Qiang attended the ground-breaking ceremony of TAZARA Railway revitalization project in Lusaka, together with Tanzanian and Zambian leaders. The railway of friendship will shine with renewed splendor in the new era. China stands ready to work with Tanzania and other African countries to carry forward the TAZARA spirit and deepen and solidify the all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era. Minister Kijaji said that Tanzania-Zambia Railway closely ties the peoples of Tanzania, China and Zambia. Tanzania will never forget the solidarity and generous support from China and remain committed to strengthening the enduring friendship and cooperation between the two countries. The exhibition opens to the public in Tanzania until January 26, 2026.

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Namibia
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Ambassador Zhao Weiping Attends the Handover and Takeover Certificate Signing Ceremony of China-Aided Satellite Ground Data Receiving Station and Processing System Construction Project in Namibia

This project is the first high-tech project aided by China in Namibia, which holds significant importance for advancing Namibia’s scientific and technological development

On November 20, the handover and takeover certificate signing ceremony of China-Aided Satellite Ground Data Receiving Station and Processing System Construction Project in Namibia was held in Windhoek. Chinese Ambassador to Namibia Zhao Weiping attended the ceremony and jointly signed the project handover and takeover certificate with Dr. Lisho Mundia, Deputy Executive Director of…

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Vodacom M-Pesa Tanzania Launches Cross-Border payments across the Globe

Revolutionizing trade & financial convenience for Tanzanian merchants and consumers

Vodacom Tanzania (www.Vodacom.com), the country’s leading telco company, is revolutionizing cross-border trade and digital financial inclusion with the launch of M-Pesa Global Payment. In partnership with VISA, Alipay, Network International, Magnati, and MTN Uganda, customers can now make global Tap & Pay transactions using the M-Pesa Visa tokenized card, pay…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Liberia
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Ambassador Yin Chengwu meets with the new Minister of Mines and Energy of Liberia

Hon. Tingban expressed his appreciation for Ambassador Yin’s congratulations, and emphasized the significant accomplishments in bilateral cooperation in the mining and energy sectors

On November 21, Ambassador Yin Chengwu met with Liberia's new Minister of Mines and Energy, Hon. R. Matonekay Tingban. Ambassador Yin congratulated Hon. Tingban on his assumption of the office of the minister of Mines and Energy, and present the state of current China-Liberia relations. He expressed hope that both sides…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Rwanda
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Rwanda: Ambassador GAO Wenqi accompanies Prime Minister Nsengiyumva on an inspection of Nyabarongo II Hydro Power Project

They received a progress report from the project contractor and conducted an on-site inspection of the project dam, water diversion tunnel, and held discussions with enterprise representatives

On November 21, Ambassador GAO Wenqi accompanied Rt Hon. Justin Nsengiyumva, Prime Minister of Rwanda to the site of the Nyabarongo II Hydro Power Project. They received a progress report from the project contractor and conducted an on-site inspection of the project dam, water diversion tunnel, and held discussions with…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Kenya
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Kenya: Amb. Guo Haiyan Meets with Principal Secretary (PS) Anne Wango'ombe

Amb. Guo expressed Chinese side’s appreciation to Kenya’s strong support in holding the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women and agreed to jointly implement the important achievements reached on the Meeting

On November 14, H.E. Amb. Guo Haiyan met with Ms. Anne Wango'ombe, Principal Secretary for Gender and Affirmative Action, Ministry of Gender, Culture and Children Services of Kenya. PS Wango'ombe shared her experience of participating the Global Leaders' Meeting on Women held in Beijing last October and extended her congratulations on the successful…