Source: United Nations Secretary-General |

Secretary-General appoints James T. Bot of Nigeria United Nations Resident Coordinator in Comoros

Mr. Bot has more than 20 years of experience in humanitarian affairs and response, development, project management, business development and peacekeeping

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed James T. Bot of Nigeria as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Comoros, with the host Government’s approval.  His start date is tomorrow. Mr. Bot has more than 20 years of experience in humanitarian affairs and response, development, project management, business development and…

Source: International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) |

Comoros Paves the Way to Safely Introducing Oncology Services for Cancer Care in the Country

Findings from the mission are intended to inform the development of a National Cancer Control Plan and pave the way for introducing radiation medicine to the country in a safe and secure manner

A multidisciplinary team of experts appointed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), World Health Organization (WHO) and International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) conducted a comprehensive imPACT Review in Comoros at the end of 2023 to advise the Ministry of Health on cancer control needs and priorities. All aspects of…

Source: Ministry of External Affairs - Government of India |

India: Prime Minister congratulates Mr. Azali Assoumani on being re-elected as Comoros President

He further said that he looks forward to further strengthen India-Comoros partnership, India-Africa partnership and ‘Vision Sagar'

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, congratulated Mr. Azali Assoumani on being re-elected as the President of Comoros today. He further said that he looks forward to further strengthen India-Comoros partnership, India-Africa partnership and ‘Vision Sagar.’ The Prime Minister posted on X: "Heartiest congratulations Azali Assoumani on your re-election as the President…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan |

The 17th Japan International MANGA Award Winner Announcement

For the first time, entries were received from four African countries: Ethiopia, Comoros, Senegal, and Rwanda

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan established the Japan International MANGA Award in 2007 to honor manga artists, who have contributed to the spread of manga culture overseas and international cultural exchange through manga, and awards outstanding overseas manga works in the name of the Minister of Foreign Affairs.…

Source: FIFA |

England now in top three, Comoros Islands on the charge

Although Argentina (1st) still lead the way ahead of France (2nd), England (3rd, up 1) are now in the trio of teams at the front of the pack, followed by Belgium (4th, up 1), who have also climbed one place

Total of 188 international matches played in November; One change on the FIFA (www.FIFA.com)​/Coca-Cola World Ranking podium; Comoros Islands are the biggest climbers. International matches were played all over the world in November 2023, with FIFA World Cup 26™ qualifiers taking place in Africa, Asia and South America. The other…

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Source: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) |

Comoros, Tanzania and Uganda gear up for African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) implementation with Economic Commission for Africa's support

Held in July, October and November 2023, these series of trainings involved more than 300 participants from government ministries, agencies, trade associations

A series of trainings were organized by the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in collaboration with the Governments of Comoros, Tanzania and Uganda to strengthen the capacity of public and private sector stakeholders to implement the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement effectively.  Maximizing the benefits of the AfCFTA…

Source: African Union (AU) |

Enforcement, data, accountability, resources, and collaboration, dominate discussions at Women’s consultations on Positive Masculinity

Addressing the underlying causes and triggers of violence remains a priority area for African women leaders keen to influence and push for more actions to curb the vice

Violence against women and girls is a societal vice that cannot be addressed through legislation alone, but complemented by the persuasion of each person to understand the effects and consequences of any harmful practice that is directed towards women and girls. In Africa, the most prevalent forms of violence against…

Source: The World Bank Group |

Comoros: New World Bank Report Identifies Reforms to Address Fiscal Challenges to Achieving Inclusive Growth

The Union of the Comoros has long struggled with modest economic expansion and fiscal issues which have had an impact on long-term growth

For Comoros to have a fiscal policy that achieves inclusive growth, while being sustainable, the country must improve public financial management, enhance domestic resource mobilization, improve the efficiency of public health spending, and take steps to incorporate climate change and disaster risk management. Improved public financial management could generate fiscal…

Source: Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation |

South Africa: Minister Pandor undertakes a Working Visit to Moroni, Comoros – 1 September 2023

Minister Pandor will also use the opportunity of her working visit to Comoros to pay a courtesy call to His Excellency, President Azali Assoumani, the President of Comoros

The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Dr Naledi Pandor, will pay a Working Visit to Moroni, Comoros, tomorrow, 1 September 2023, to have a bilateral meeting with her Comorian counterpart, His Excellency, Dhoihir Dhoulkamal, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The two Ministers will, among others, assess…

Source: United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation |

United Arab Emirates (UAE) leaders congratulate President of Comoros on Independence Day

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum dispatched similar messages to President Assoumani

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to President Azali Assoumani of Comoros on the occasion of his country's Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin…