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African Energy Week (AEW) 2024: Africa’s Energy Infrastructure Can Only Succeed with Enhanced Transmission

Modernizing grids, expanding transmission capabilities are top of the list for utilities and industry alike

As the demand for electricity continues to rise across the African continent, it is imperative for countries to act swiftly to enhance transmission capabilities and develop robust infrastructure to secure new energy integration sources over the next 25 years. A recent report by consulting firm McKinsey & Company estimates that $400…

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National Basketball Association (NBA) Africa and Agence Française de Développement (AFD) Launch Youth Development Program in Senegal

As part of the program’s launch in Senegal, NBA Africa and AFD unveiled two basketball courts at The Hamo 4.5.6. Courts in Guediawaye and held a clinic for 150 boys and girls ages 16 and under

- The “Jr. NBA & AFD Basketball Experience” Will Feature Weekly Basketball and Life-Skills Sessions to Educate Senegalese Youth About the Importance of Physical and Mental Wellness - - AFD and NBA Africa Unveil Two Refurbished Basketball Courts in Guediawaye, Senegal - - Former NBA Player and 2015 FIBA AfroBasket…

Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

President Ramaphosa concludes engagement with Limpopo Executive

The President expressed confidence in the economic growth potential that lies within the province that can unlock more opportunities for the people of Limpopo

President Cyril Ramaphosa has concluded a productive session with the Limpopo Provincial Government Executive Council. The President expressed confidence in the economic growth potential that lies within the province that can unlock more opportunities for the people of Limpopo.  “I am pleased to have the opportunity to reflect on the…

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Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD) Commits Eur 40 Million to Nakkas- Basaksehir Section of Türkiye’s Northern Marmara Highway Project

It involves a 31.3-km toll road, including a 1.6-km cable-stayed bridge and multiple overpasses and underpasses

ICD is investing EUR 40 million in the Nakkaş-Başakşehir section as part of a EUR 1.04 billion funding package. The project incorporates solar energy and LED lighting, aiming to cut energy use and emissions significantly. It’s backed by a consortium led by Rönesans Holding, with support from MDBs and ECAs.…

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    • The electricity highway between Ethiopia and Kenya represents a technological advance for electricity transmission
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East Africa: The Ethiopia-Kenya Electricity Highway is Shaping Regional Connectivity with the Support of the African Development Bank

This high voltage DC infrastructure is the only one of its kind in the region and is the foundation of East Africa’s ambition to be interconnected in terms of power exchange and allow cross-border trade in energy

The electricity highway between Ethiopia and Kenya, officially opened in 2023 after more than 10 years of planning and construction, is redefining energy connectivity in East Africa. It is more than a piece of infrastructure, it is an economic and environmental entity, connecting not just power grids but nations and…

Source: World Health Organzation (WHO) - Zimbabwe |

Zimbabwe Establishes Local Laboratory for Polio Surveillance

With financial and technical support from the World Health Organization (WHO), the newly renovated laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art technology testing equipment and staffed by highly trained personnel

In a significant step towards strengthening its public health infrastructure, Zimbabwe established a dedicated laboratory for the analysis of polio samples collected through environmental surveillance (ES). Previously, these samples were sent to South Africa for testing, resulting in a turnaround time of approximately 21 days. With financial and technical support…

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

A "silent pandemic" ravages Africa's roads, United Nations (UN) Special Envoy warns

Africa faces numerous road safety challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, weak law enforcement, and limited access to safe public transportation

While the world remains focused on headline-grabbing crises, a quieter but equally devastating catastrophe unfolds on Africa’s roads. Every year, more than 1.3 million people die in road crashes worldwide, with Africa suffering disproportionately - 225,000 deaths annually, alongside millions of injuries. Jean Todt, United Nations Special Envoy for Road…

Source: East African Community (EAC) |

19th East African Community (EAC) Sectoral Council on Transport, Communications and Meteorology currently underway in Mombasa, Kenya

Partner States are already in agreement to operationalise the EAC Upper Airspace Seamless operations to enable inter-operability of their upper air navigation systems

The 19th Meeting of the East African Community (EAC) Sectoral Council on Transport, Communications and Meteorology is currently underway in Mombasa, Kenya with the liberalisation of the Upper Airspace and reduction of air fares in the region high on the agenda. Also on the agenda of the five-day meeting are the…

Source: Ministry of Health, Kenya |

Kenya: Cabinet Secretary (CS) Health Dr. Deborah Mlongo Barasa Commissions Kwale Oncology Centre

Dr. Barasa underscored the urgent need for cancer care in Kenya, where breast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer, accounting for 23% of all cases, with 7,243 new diagnoses annually

In a major stride toward combating cancer, Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Mlongo Barasa, joined by members of the G7 Strategy County Chapter Activation—H.E Fatuma Achani (host), H.E. Anne Waiguru, H.E. Wavinya Ndeti, H.E. Cecily Mbarire, H.E. Susan Kihika, and H.E. Gladys Wanga, officially commissioned the Kwale Sub-County Hospital Oncology…

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Pariang now ready to house court personnel, improving access to justice and accountability

The construction of the accommodation facilities has been funded by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) as part of its mandate to strengthen every link of the South Sudanese justice system

In many places across South Sudan, anyone involved in legal proceedings is likely to have a long wait ahead. Courts are few and far between, with judges and other required professionals possibly even harder to find. But now, access to justice in Pariang is set to improve. The game-changing factor…