The Presidency, Republic of Ghana
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President Mahama engages United States African Command (USAFRICOM) Commander at Munich Security Conference

Key topics discussed included the establishment of a bilateral agreement for joint maritime patrols, an initiative to safeguard Ghana’s coastal waters, and to combat illegal fishing and piracy

President John Mahama held bilateral meetings on Thursday, the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. The meetings focused on enhancing regional security cooperation and investment opportunities in Ghana. One of the highlights of the day was a meeting with General Michael E. Langley, Commander of the United States African Command…

Lagos Free Zone (LFZ)
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    • L-R: Principal Country Director, International Finance Corporation(IFC), Christian Mulamula; Regional Director, Central Africa and Anglophone West Africa, IFC, Dahlia Khalifa; Regional Vice President, Africa, IFC, Sergio Pimenta; Chief Executive, Tolaram, Haresh Aswani; Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Lagos Free Zone(LFZ), Adesuwa Ladoja and Director, Finance and Operations, LFZ, Ashish Khemka during the official signing ceremony of IFC Investment in Lagos Free Zone held in Lagos
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International Finance Corporation (IFC) Invests in Lagos Free Zone to Support Industrial Growth and Economic Diversification in Nigeria

The funds will support the first phase of the 860-hectare Lagos Free Zone, focusing on land development, industrial facilities, and logistics infrastructure

IFC has announced an equity investment of up to $50 million in Lagos Free Zone (www.LagosFreeZone.com) Company to support the development and expansion of Nigeria’s first deepsea port-based, private special economic zone, the Lagos Free Zone. This investment is designed to address critical infrastructure gaps, attract local and global businesses,…

Source: Amnesty International |

Nigerian residents take Shell to UK High court following 10-year fight for justice

After a decade-long fight for justice, the Preliminary Issues Trial of Nigerian Law for Shell vs Ogale and Bille communities is set to take place at the UK High Court from 13 February to 10 March 2025

Ten years ago, residents from the Bille and Ogale communities in Nigeria claimed their livelihoods had been destroyed and homes damaged by hundreds of oil spills caused by Shell. The pollution caused widespread devastation to the local environment, killing fish and plant life, leaving thousands of people without access to…

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    • Handover Ceremony – Mohamed Eidha Al Menhali, Regional CEO of AD Ports Group, and Alberto António Bengue, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Port of Luanda
    • Handover Ceremony – Mohamed Eidha Al Menhali, Regional CEO of AD Ports Group, and Alcina Rufina Safeca de Sousa, Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of Unicargas S.A.
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AD Ports Group Starts Port and Logistics Operations in Luanda, Angola

Under AD Ports Group’s leadership, the Luanda port terminal will be significantly upgraded to a general cargo, container and roll on-roll off (Ro-Ro) terminal

AD Ports Group (www.ADPortsGroup.com), a leading facilitator of global trade, logistics and industry (ADX: ADPORTS), today began its long-term management and development of a major multipurpose terminal and an associated logistics business with local partners in Luanda, Angola, driving forward its expansion in sub-Saharan Africa. With Angolan joint venture partners…

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

Africa should transition to “a just and inclusive circular economy model” to stimulate sustainable growth and reduce pressure on natural resources

ECA is already engaged in several initiatives aligned with the principles of the circular and blue economy

Transitioning to a just and inclusive circular economy in Africa presents a unique opportunity to create jobs, stimulate sustainable economic growth, and reduce pressure on natural resources, say experts and representatives attending a two-day validation workshop for the review of a Circular Economy Action Plan in Port Louis, Mauritius. In…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

President El-Sisi Meets Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO)

The IMO Secretary-General commended the progress Egypt has made in maritime port services in recent years

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Mr. Arsenio Dominguez, in the presence of Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport Lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, stated that the meeting highlighted…

Source: State House Seychelles |

President Ramkalawan shares Seychelles' perspective on Harnessing Blue Economy & Marine Conservation for Sustainable Energy Transition

The President also called for enhanced international cooperation, capacity-building, and investment to empower nations to sustainably leverage their marine resources in addressing global energy challenges

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan is currently leading the Seychelles delegation at the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025, one of the world’s premier platforms for advancing sustainability and global climate action. At the summit, alongside other Heads of state and government, President Ramkalawan delivered…

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Angola Cables Executive Rui Faria to also represent West Africa on the International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience

New Advisory Body established to strengthen the resilience of international submarine cables will also safeguard West Africa’s subsea connectivity and drive economic growth for the region

Angola Cables (www.AngolaCables.co.ao), an internationally established ICT and digital solutions and network services provider, is proud to announce the appointment of its Executive Board Member and Chief Commercial Officer, Rui Faria, to the newly established International Advisory Body for Submarine Cable Resilience. This representation on the 42-member advisory body comes…

Source: President of the Republic of Kenya |

Navy Capabilities to be Enhanced to Improve Service Delivery, President Ruto

President Ruto, who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the Kenya Defence Forces, called on members of the disciplined forces to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and excellence

The government will enhance support for the Kenya Navy to boost its ability to safeguard the country’s maritime borders. President William Ruto said this will include investing in advanced technologies and modernising the navy’s fleet. He said the government will also bolster the skills and operational capacity of navy personnel.…

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    • Africa Celebrates Ranger Heroes at the 2024 African Conservation Awards
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Africa Celebrates Ranger Heroes at the 2024 African Conservation Awards

The African Conservation Awards are hosted annually by the Game Rangers' Association of Africa (GRAA) and are endorsed by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment

The 2024 African Conservation Awards, hosted by the Game Rangers' Association of Africa (GRAA) (www.GameRanger.org) is an opportunity to celebrate just some of the outstanding work by African conservationists. It is the GRAA’s privilege to be able to showcase the exceptional contributions to protecting Africa’s natural heritage. In 2024, the…