Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt |

In implementation of the directives of His Excellency (H.E.) Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister, regarding the future vision for Egypt’s entrepreneurship ecosystem, and with the participation of 13 ministries and relevant entities Her Excellency (H.E.) Dr. Rania Al-Mashat chairs the sixth meeting of the Ministerial Group for Entrepreneurship to discuss initiatives and facilitation measures set to be launched for the startup ecosystem

The Ministerial Group operates under a clear vision to enhance Egypt’s entrepreneurship environment in a way that contributes to sustainable and accelerated economic growth

The Ministerial Group reviews preparations for launching the Startup Charter, the Investment Incentives Initiative, a Unified Startup Guide, a unified definition for startups, and proposals to establish an institutional entity to support entrepreneurship Up 51% from 2024: Egyptian startups attract USD 614 million in funding in 2025 H.E. Dr. Rania…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

Colonel Aliou Tine Takes over as New Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Mission in the Gambia (ECOMIG) Force Commander in The Gambia

Colonel Tine was assured of full support from mission headquarters and contingent commanders to ensure a successful completion of the ECOMIG mandate

Colonel Aliou Tine, the newly appointed force commander of the Economic Community of west African states (ECOWAS) Mission in the Gambia (ECOMIG), has pledged his commitment to refional security and supporting peaceful elections in close collaboration with Gmbian authorities and armed forces. He made this pledge at a handing-and-taking-over ceremony…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

South Africa: Deputy President Mashatile congratulates the Class of 2025

The Deputy President reaffirmed government’s commitment to investing in young people and creating inclusive opportunities that enable them to participate meaningfully in the economy and society

The Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, Paul Mashatile, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the Matric Class of 2025 following the release of the National Senior Certificate results. The Deputy President commends the matriculants for their resilience, discipline, and determination in reaching this important milestone, noting that…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt |

Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation Receives a High-Level Delegation from the Japanese Parliament in the First Official Visit in Seven Years

The Minister affirmed the State’s keenness to enhance investments, explaining that cooperation programs with JICA include financing directed to support Japanese and non-Japanese private sector companies in Egypt

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, received a high-level delegation from the Japanese Parliament during its first visit to Egypt in seven years, to discuss avenue to strengthen future cooperation between the two countries. The parliamentary delegation included Mr. Oi Satoshi, Member of the…

Source: United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) |

Generali and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) partner to promote the sustainable development of coffee production in Africa

The partnership with Generali is a strong example of how public and private actors can join forces to make this transformation a reality

Generali and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) have today signed a joint declaration under the ACT Programme (Advancing Climate-Resilience and Transformation in African Coffee) to promote sustainable coffee production in Africa. The collaboration aims to strengthen international partnerships and technical cooperation to improve socio-economic conditions, enhance climate resilience,…

Source: Ministry of Finance - Republic of Ghana |

Mahama Administration Pays US$1.470 Billion to Clear Energy Sector Debt and Restore World Bank Guarantee within First Year

The Government of Ghana assures the general public, industry stakeholders, and international partners that the era of uncontrolled energy sector debt accumulation is over

The Government of Ghana, under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama, has decisively resolved the crippling energy sector debt that posed one of the gravest risks to Ghana’s financial stability. When President Mahama assumed office in January 2025, the energy sector had been pushed to the brink by years…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

The ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG) GHANCOY 9 Supports SOS Children’s Village in Bakoteh, The Gambia

The Ghanaian troops conducted an outreach program to educate the children about the role and responsibilities of the military

The ECOWAS Mission in The Gambia (ECOMIG) GHANCOY 9, stationed in Barra in the North Bank Region of The Gambia, on the 22nd of December, 2025 extended a kind gesture by donating household items to SOS Children’s Village in Bakoteh, the Gambia. The support package included food items, drinks, clothing, sanitary…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt |

Egypt: Her Excellency (H.E.) Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, Meets Military Attachés Designated for Overseas Assignments

In 2025 alone, Egypt completed 11 high-level and ministerial committees and signed more than 65 cooperation agreements and protocols to enhance trade and investment relations

Integrated coordination across government policies to stimulate investment, boost production, and empower the private sector. Growth expected to exceed 5% in the current fiscal year, with efforts underway to reach 7% to increase employment and deliver citizen-centered development. International institution reports confirm the success of government measures in enhancing economic…

Source: Ministry of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation - Egypt |

Her Excellency (H.E.) Dr. Rania Al-Mashat and her Armenian counterpart chair the 6th session of the Egyptian-Armenian Joint Committee for Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation

The committee held extensive discussions with active participation from representatives of both sides to explore opportunities for enhancing joint cooperation, particularly in agriculture and food security

H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, and Mr. Gevorg Papoyan, Minister of Economy of the Republic of Armenia, co-chaired the 6th session of the Egyptian-Armenian Joint Committee for Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation, held in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital, with the participation of representatives…

Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

Review and validation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) language policy

Culminating in a presentation of the Commission’s Roster of Freelance Language Professionals, the Commission has now formally adopted eligibility criteria for inclusion on its roster

In order to enforce professional language service delivery in ECOWAS, the Commission has adopted a Language Policy, an accompanying Manual of Operating Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on the 20th of December 2025. A six-day technical workshop held in Lagos from 15 – 20 December 2025 to review, align and…