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United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL)
Source: United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) |

Statement by the Co-Chairs (Netherlands, Switzerland and United Nations Support Mission in Libya) of the International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights Working Group of the International Follow-Up Committee on Libya

Unity, Principled Leadership, Respect for Human Rights Vital after Catastrophe in East Highlights Severe Governance Deficit

The co-chairs of the International Humanitarian Law and Human Rights Working Group of the International Follow-up Committee on Libya established under the Berlin process – the Netherlands, Switzerland, and the United Nations Support Mission in Libya – convey their sincere condolences to the Libyan people, especially those affected by the…

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)
Source: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) |

“From satellites to sandbags”: Putting water at the heart of climate action

With thousands of IFRC network volunteers across South Sudan, Sudan, Ethiopia and Uganda, the IFRC network is uniquely positioned to deliver innovative and trusted local action

As proved so tragically in Libya last week, while water holds the key to life, all too often it kills. Whether – like in Derna - it’s too much water leading to floods, or too little water causing droughts, or polluted water resulting in health risks, addressing the dangers that water…

United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Source: United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) |

Investment flows to Africa dropped to $45 billion in 2022

According to UNCTAD's World Investment Report 2023, international project finance deals targeting Africa showed a decline of 47% in value

UNCTAD’s World Investment Report 2023 published on 5 July shows that foreign direct investment (FDI) flows to Africa declined to $45 billion in 2022 from the record $80 billion set in 2021. They accounted for 3.5% of global FDI. The number of greenfield project announcements rose by 39% to 766. Six of…

International Trade Centre
Source: International Trade Centre |

Securing Mali's future with sustainable farming

Malian start-up Kool Farmer follows the model of ecological micro-market gardening to fight food insecurity and create jobs

Mali is one of Africa's top five gold producers, extracting nearly 65 tonnes of gold every year. The precious yellow metal is one of the country's main resources, and a major source of export revenue. Yet the economic spin-offs are of little benefit to local populations. Ladji Fainke, an agricultural…

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
Source: United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) |

United Nations Multi Partner Trust Fund concludes first phase of Kong Koc project

This forward-looking project was funded through RSRTF donors including Germany, Sweden, the European Union, the Netherlands, Canada, Switzerland, Norway, and South Korea

South Sudan’s 2018 peace deal led to a reduction of politically motivated violence. However, sustainable peace and development is still hanging in the balance.   In the Greater Tonj area of Warrap state, communities have been traditionally caught in cycles of conflict, but thanks to a project called Kong Koc…

President of the Republic of Kenya
Source: President of the Republic of Kenya |

Kenya, Netherlands Relations Solid

The two leaders committed to strengthening ties between the two countries for the mutual prosperity of their citizens

Kenya values the cordial relations it enjoys with the Netherlands. President William Ruto said this on Monday when held talks with Willem-Alexander, the King of the Netherlands. The two leaders committed to strengthening ties between the two countries for the mutual prosperity of their citizens. This includes enhancing trade in…

Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates
Source: Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates |

Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Meryem Receives Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands, United Nations Secretary-General (UNSG) Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development

This audience is part of the working visit that Her Majesty Queen Máxima is making to Morocco as UNSGSA, with the goal of promoting further progress made in recent years

Her Royal Highness Princess Lalla Meryem received, on March 22, 2023 in Rabat, Her Majesty Queen Máxima Zorreguieta of the Netherlands, the United Nations Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Inclusive Finance for Development (UNSGSA). This audience is part of the working visit that Her Majesty Queen Máxima is making to Morocco…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan |

Tajikistan: Meeting of the Ambassador with the Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation of Egypt

It was emphasized that Tajikistan, Egypt and the Netherlands can have fruitful cooperation for the benefit of their countries

On March 15, 2023, a joint meeting of the Ambassadors of the Republic of Tajikistan Zarobiddin Kosimi and the Kingdom of the Netherlands Khan-Maurits Schaapveld in the Arab Republic of Egypt with the Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation of the Arab Republic of Egypt Hani Suwaylam was held. During…

Western Cape Agriculture and Rural Development, South Africa
Source: Western Cape Agriculture and Rural Development, South Africa |

South Africa: Western Cape Agriculture on Return of Farmers from Market Access Capacity Building Tour in Netherlands and Fruit Logistica in Germany

Emerging Farmers and Agri Worker Inspire Hope

Four fruit farmers, Andreas Klaase, Belinda Williams, Debrah Theunissen, Liza Ambraal and the Western Cape Prestige Agri-Award winner, Nigel Klaasen, have just returned from a market access capacity building tour to the Netherlands and attending Fruit Logistica in Berlin, Germany. Fruit Logistica is an international trade fair that covers all…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
Source: Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community |

European Union Ambassadors to Tanzania launch 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence

In Tanzania, Team Europe, together with local and international stakeholders, advocates for action to prevent and fight against femicide and GBV

The Ambassador of the European Union, H. E. Manfredo Fanti together with EU Member States’ Ambassadors H. E. Nabil Hajlaoui (France), H. E. Peter Hughebaert (Belgium), H. E. Theresa Zitting (Finland), H. E. Regine Hess (Germany), H. E. Mary O’Neill (Ireland), H. E. Marco Lombardi (Italy), Deputy Ambassador Mr. Job…