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Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)
Source: Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) |

Human Rights Council President Names New Member of Nicaragua Human Rights Probe

Mr. Bródy joins Jan-Michael Simon (Germany), Chair of the Group of Human Rights Experts, and Ariela Peralta Distefano (Uruguay) on the three-member body

The President of the Human Rights Council, Ambassador Omar Zniber (Morocco), has appointed Reed Bródy of Hungary as member of the Group of Human Rights Experts on Nicaragua. Mr. Bródy’s appointment follows the resignation of Ángela María Buitrago as member of the Group of Human Rights Experts, which was created by…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

President Ramaphosa extends congratulations on Algerian elections

The success of the elections is an expression of Algeria’s commitment to advancing democracy not only in Algeria but on the African Continent

South Africa congratulates President Tebboune and the people of Algeria on the outcome of the Presidential Election. South Africa extends congratulations to His Excellency President Abdelmadjid Tebboune on his successful re-election as President of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, following the conclusion of the Presidential Election held on 07…

United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Source: United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office |

Appointment of the Head of British Office Sudan and United Kingdom Special Representative to Sudan

Richard Crowder has been appointed as Head of British Office Sudan and UK Special Representative to Sudan in succession to Mr Giles Lever

Richard Crowder has been appointed as Head of British Office Sudan and UK Special Representative to Sudan in succession to Mr Giles Lever. Curriculum vitae Full name: Richard Crowder Year Role 2022 to 2024   Full Time Arabic Language Training, London and Amman 2020 to 2022  Deputy Director, FCDO London 2017…

United Nations Secretary-General
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Secretary-General Appoints Mama Keita of Guinea United Nations Resident Coordinator in Niger

Prior to the appointment, Ms. Keita served as the Director of the Office for Eastern Africa of the UN Economic Commission for Africa, based in Kigali

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Mama Keita of Guinea as the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Niger, with the host Government’s approval, starting on 9 September. Ms. Keita brings over 20 years of experience in development economics.  Prior to the appointment, Ms. Keita served as the Director of the Office…

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

Statement by the United Nations Support Mission in Libya Regarding Consultations on the Central Bank of Libya Crisis

The Mission welcomes the progress achieved on the principles, criteria and timeline that should govern the interim period leading to the appointment of a new governor and board of directors for the Central Bank

For the second consecutive day, the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) facilitated consultations between representatives of the House of Representatives and the High Council of State regarding the ongoing crisis at the Central Bank of Libya. These discussions are part of the Mission's continued efforts to restore the…

United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Source: United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office |

Change of British High Commissioner to Cameroon: Matt Woods

Matt Woods has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of Cameroon and His Majesty’s non-resident Ambassador to the Republic of Equatorial Guinea

Mr Matt Woods has been appointed British High Commissioner to the Republic of Cameroon and His Majesty’s non-resident Ambassador to the Republic of Equatorial Guinea He will succeed Mr Barry Lowen, who will be transferring to another Diplomatic Service appointment. Mr Woods will take up his appointment during September 2024. Curriculum…

TradeMark Africa (TMA)

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Former Ethiopia Prime Minister H.E. Hailemariam Desalegn Boshe to Chair TradeMark Africa’s Board

H.E. Desalegn’s expertise and experience will be central to guiding TMA through its new seven-year strategy

TradeMark Africa (TMA) (www.TradeMarkAfrica.com) announces the appointment of H.E. Hailemariam Desalegn Boshe, former Prime Minister of Ethiopia, as its new Board Chair. H.E. Desalegn is succeeding Ambassador Erastus Mwencha, who has concluded his eight-year term, and joins TMA at a time when the organisation has set its sights on ambitious…

APO Group
Source: APO Group |

APO Group Appoints Bas Wijne as Chief Executive Officer

From 2012 to 2024, APO Group achieved an average annual growth rate of 35%

APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading Pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, is proud to announce the appointment of Bas Wijne as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Bas Wijne, who previously served as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at APO Group, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Media Statement: Home Affairs Committee Emphasises Importance of Public Participation During Electoral Reform Panel Process

The committee also persuaded the panel to extend the deadline for the public to submit their views on the issue to the end of October 2024 to enable the public to conduct further consultation and provide substantive inputs

The Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs applauds the progress achieved by the Electoral Reform Consultation Panel as it undertakes the process of considering electoral reform but emphasised the need for effective and proactive public consultation to enable broader societal participation. The committee received a progress report from the panel including…

United Nations Secretary-General
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Secretary-General Appoints Issa Sanogo of Côte d’Ivoire United Nations Resident Coordinator in Cameroon

Previously he served as UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Madagascar and has held leadership positions with the World Food Programme (WFP) in Côte d'Ivoire, Lebanon, Chad, Italy and Thailand

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Issa Sanogo of Côte d’Ivoire as the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Cameroon, with the host Government’s approval.  His start date was 1 September. Mr. Sanogo brings almost 30 years of experience in development and humanitarian work.  Previously he served as UN…