Source: Government Offices of Sweden, Ministry for Foreign Affairs |

Sweden allocates SEK 120 million for Gaza, Sudan and Ukraine through World Food Programme (WFP)

The support has been allocated with immediate effect to WFP’s operations in the aforementioned countries

The Government is allocating SEK 120 million for efforts to fight hunger in Gaza, Sudan and Ukraine. This support will be channelled through the World Food Programme (WFP), the largest humanitarian organisation dedicated to fighting hunger. “We are deeply concerned about the warnings of famine in several parts of the…

Source: The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs |

Sweden and Uganda to Strengthen Economic ties

The meeting aimed to strengthen the bilateral relations between Uganda and Sweden and explore areas of mutual cooperation

On February 27th 2024, H.E Maria Hakansson, Ambassador of Sweden to the Republic of Uganda, met with Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in charge of Regional Affairs, Hon. John Mulimba,  at the Ministry Headquarters. The meeting aimed to strengthen the bilateral relations between Uganda and Sweden and explore areas…

Source: The Presidency, Republic of Ghana |

Six New Envoys Presents Credentials To President Akufo-Addo

President Akufo-Addo wished the new envoys well as they begin their tour of duty in Ghana

The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, on Friday, 23rd February, 2024, received the letters of Credence of six envoys at a brief presentation event at the Jubilee House, in Accra. They are H.E Mr Park Kyongsig, Republic of Korea; H.E. Ms. Polly Ioannou, Republic of Cyprus; H.E.…

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

Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights Opens Seventy-Fifth Session

The Committee adopted its agenda and programme of work for the session, during which it is scheduled to review the reports of Indonesia, Iraq, Ireland, Mauritania, Romania and Sweden

The Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights today opened its seventy-fifth session. The Committee adopted its agenda and programme of work for the session, during which it is scheduled to review the reports of Indonesia, Iraq, Ireland, Mauritania, Romania and Sweden. Laura-Maria Craciunean-Tatu, Chair of the Committee, said human…

Source: International Trade Centre |

Egypt: Transforming Dreams into Reality: Esperanza's Journey with Global Textiles and Clothing Programme (GTEX)/Middle East and North Africa (MENATEX)

The GTEX/MENATEX programme is funded by the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) of the Swiss Confederation and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), focusing on six priority countries (Egypt, Morocco, Jordan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Tunisia)

In the pulsing heart of Egypt, where fashion intertwines with ambition, Esperanza, under the visionary leadership of Mohammad Magdy, stands as a beacon of inclusive entrepreneurship. Magdy, the Executive Director of Esperanza, recently shared his insights during the "Jobs through Trade and Investment: Boosting Employment in the Southern Mediterranean" event…

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

Kenya unveils e-commerce strategy to better harness the digital economy

UNCTAD supports the East African nation to tackle challenges and boost secure e-commerce for inclusive and sustainable development

Kenya launched a national e-commerce strategy on 13 December to fortify its position as a digital frontrunner in Africa by fostering inclusive and widespread utilization of trusted and secure e-commerce services based in the country. Its Ministry of Information, Communications and The Digital Economy and the Ministry of Trade, Investments and Industry…

Source: FIFA |

World champions Spain seize top spot from Swedes

They are the fourth team in football history to reach the coveted position, after the USA (2nd, up 1), Germany and Sweden. France (3rd, up 2) make up the podium

Spaniards reach FIFA Women’s World Ranking summit (www.FIFA.com) for first time; Record number of teams (192) included in standings; Namibia make strong progress, five nations reach highest-ever positions. Four months have passed since the last FIFA/Coca-Cola Women’s World Ranking was published in August, during which time over 400 international matches…

Source: Government Offices of Sweden, Ministry for Foreign Affairs |

Sweden scales up support to civilian population in Sudan

This support will help meet growing humanitarian needs resulting from the armed conflict that broke out in April this year

Through the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), Sweden is providing an additional SEK 149 million to the civilian population in Sudan. This support will help meet growing humanitarian needs resulting from the armed conflict that broke out in April this year. Parts of the support will also go towards…

Source: Republic of South Africa: The Parliament |

South Africa: International Relations Committee Chairperson holds successful bilateral with Swedish ambassador

During the engagement, Mr Mahumapelo welcomed the ambassadors and praised Sweden for supporting the struggle for democracy in South Africa during the Apartheid period

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Supra Mahumapelo, has held a successful engagement with the Swedish Ambassador, Mr Håkan Juholt, as part of strengthening relations between South Africa and Sweden. The meeting was held at the behest of the Swedish Ambassador, who was accompanied…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Monetary contribution to augment Martyrs Trust Fund

Nine nationals in Kuwait contributed 1 thousand 400 US Dollars, Mr. Abel Fesehatsion from Angola contributed 720 US Dollars

Nationals inside the country and abroad extended 66 thousand Nakfa, 2 thousand 120 US Dollars, and 670 Euros towards augmenting the Martyrs Trust Fund and in support families of martyrs. According to the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare, nine nationals in Kuwait contributed 1 thousand 400 US Dollars, Mr.…