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…

Source: FIFA |

Draw for FIFA U-17 World Cup Indonesia 2023™ to take place on 15 September in Zurich

Former FIFA U-17 World Cup™ winner Stephen Appiah and tournament finalist Júlio César confirmed as draw assistants

Ceremony to be staged at the Home of FIFA (www.FIFA.com); Draw will be live-streamed via FIFA’s digital platforms from 16:00 (CET); Former FIFA U-17 World Cup™ winner Stephen Appiah and tournament finalist Júlio César confirmed as draw assistants. With just under two months to go until the FIFA U-17 World…

Source: The Federal Council, Switzerland |

Switzerland joins 9th Francophone Games in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)

The Games take place every four years and provide an opportunity for young French-speaking artists and athletes active in the culture and sporting spheres to meet

The 9th edition of the Francophone Games is taking place in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), from 28 July to 6 August 2023. Switzerland is sending a sporting and cultural delegation to the competition, which brings together some 3,000 participants from 40 different countries. As a member of…

Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Financial contribution to augment Martyrs Trust Fund

Germany has contributed 10 thousand Euros assuming the responsibility of supporting 15 families of the martyrs for two years

Nationals have contributed financial support to augment the Martyrs Trust Fund and in support of families of the martyrs. Accordingly, Mr. Mana Mehari from Bayern Munich, Germany has contributed 10 thousand Euros assuming the responsibility of supporting 15 families of the martyrs for two years. The Eritrean community in Geneva,…

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    • FIFA and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) formalise relations with landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing
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FIFA and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) formalise relations with landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing

The two entities will continue to build this partnership through football activities and projects promoting social cohesion, education and youth development

Agreement signed between FIFA (https://www.FIFA.com) and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency in Geneva, Switzerland; FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Filippo Grandi, UN High Commissioner for Refugees inked the agreement; captains at the FIFA Women’s World Cup offered armbands highlighting agreed UNHCR cause . Football’s global governing body FIFA and UNHCR, the…

Source: The Federal Council, Switzerland |

Switzerland welcomes successful completion of Mozambique's demobilisation

An official ceremony to mark the end of the disarmament and demobilisation process was held in the capital Maputo on 23 June

In Mozambique, the RENAMO opposition movement's last military base has just been closed. Switzerland welcomes this milestone in Mozambique's peace process and took part in the official ceremony in Maputo on 23 June to mark the end of the disarmament and demobilisation process. This is a historic moment for Mozambique.…

Source: The Federal Council, Switzerland |

Switzerland: Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis to visit the Kingdom of Morocco

Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis' trip follows a visit to Bern by his Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita in December 2021

The head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) will visit Rabat on 22 and 23 June. He will meet his Moroccan counterpart Nasser Bourita. Economic relations and migration cooperation will be at the centre of discussions, as will recent developments in the region. Federal Councillor Ignazio Cassis' trip…

Source: FIFA |

FIFAe announces first-ever FAMEHERGAME boot camp for women in Zurich

Member associations from across the world, including Spain, South Africa, Brazil, Australia and the USA, will be nominating players through their local boot camps to participate

FAMEHERGAME boot camp will take place from 14-16 June in Zurich, Switzerland; Participants to attend a one-of-a-kind esports development programme; Once in a lifetime experience, all-expenses-paid trip to the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ (www.FIFA.com) up for grabs. Following the announcement of the FAMEHERGAME programme in March 2023, FIFAe has revealed…

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Revolutionising Remittances: Centi and Centbee Partner to Empower African Diaspora with Affordable Blockchain-Based Transfers

Deploying advanced blockchain technology, this partnership is poised to make cross-border money transfers more streamlined, cost-effective and inclusive

In a major stride towards empowering the African diaspora community, Swiss fintech pioneer, Centi, and leading global digital cash wallet, Centbee (www.Centbee.com), announced today at the London Blockchain Conference that they have joined forces to redefine remittance services from Switzerland to Africa. Deploying advanced blockchain technology, this partnership is poised…

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…