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Geneva International Cooperation Forum: African Development Bank Senior Vice President (SVP) Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade outlines approach to humanitarian contexts

Ms Akin-Olugbade presented the Bank Group's approach which is not to replace humanitarian actors, but to complement them by intervening at the right time and with the right instruments

The fifth Geneva International Cooperation Forum (IC Forum) organised by the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs' Agency for Development and Cooperation last month, saw the participation of African Development Bank Group (https://AfDB.org/) Senior Vice President, Marie-Laure Akin-Olugbade. Akin-Olugbade joined a high-level panel on “Private-Sector Partnerships in Humanitarian Contexts” which…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles |

Seychelles: Ambassador Cillia Mangroo presents credentials to the President of the Swiss Confederation

Ambassador Mangroo reaffirmed Seychelles’ commitment to constructive dialogue and meaningful collaboration with the Swiss Confederation

On 26 February 2026, Ambassador Cillia Ardyna Mangroo presented her Credentials to President of the Swiss Confederation, H.E. Mr. Guy Parmelin at the Federal Palace in Bern, Switzerland. On this occasion, Ambassador Mangroo conveyed the best wishes of President Dr. Patrick Herminie to President Parmelin and highlighted that the establishment…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Various Activities by Diaspora Nationals

Accordingly, nationals residing in Paris and its environs commemorated the 36th anniversary of Operation Fenkil with patriotic zeal under the theme “Heroic Operation Fenkil: Heritage for Generations”

Nationals residing in France, Sweden, the UK, Switzerland, and Germany have conducted various activities aimed at strengthening their organizational capacity, as well as reinforcing their attachment to their homeland and national culture. Accordingly, nationals residing in Paris and its environs commemorated the 36th anniversary of Operation Fenkil with patriotic zeal…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Activities for Strengthening Organizational Capacity

The Eritrean National Committee in Sweden also conducted its annual activity assessment meeting on 24 January

Nationals residing in Great Britain, Germany, Switzerland, and Sweden have conducted various activities aimed at strengthening organizational capacity and awareness. According to a report, Mr. Tewolde Yohannes, Head of Public and Community Affairs at the Eritrean Embassy in the UK and Ireland, conducted a seminar for nationals in Newcastle on…

The Presidency, Republic of Ghana
Source: The Presidency, Republic of Ghana |

Ghana: President Mahama leads Accra Reset conversation in Davos

The meeting will launch priority programmes following the initiative’s introduction at the 2025 UN General Assembly and endorsement at the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg

President John Dramani Mahama will participate in the first Davos convening of the Accra Reset on 22nd January 2026, on the margins of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting. The President leads the Presidential Council of the Accra Reset, a Global South initiative working to strengthen sovereign capacity and reimagine…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets United States (US) President Trump on Sidelines of World Economic Forum (WEF)

President El-Sisi welcomed President Trump’s initiative to establish the Peace Council and the role entrusted to the Council to achieve peace and resolve various conflicts

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with U.S. President Donald Trump, on the sidelines of his participation in the WEF, in Davos. The meeting was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates, Dr. Badr Abdel- Atty, and Director of the General Intelligence Service, Major General Hassan Rashad.…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
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President El-Sisi Participates in a Special Dialogue Session at the World Economic Forum

President El-Sisi delivered a speech during the session and engaged in an interactive dialogue with the Forum’s president and attendees, addressing geopolitical developments in the region

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi participated in a Special Dialogue Session at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The meeting was attended by a number of heads of state and senior international officials including Libyan Presidential Council Chairman, Mohammad Al- Manfi, and Lebanon’s Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam. Spokesman for…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

President El-Sisi Heads to Davos to Participate in World Economic Forum

Spokesman for the Presidency Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy stated that the forum's agenda includes a series of events with the participation of world leaders

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi heads to Davos, Switzerland, to participate in the activities of the World Economic Forum, which will be held from January 19 to 23, 2026, under the theme "A Spirit of Dialogue". Spokesman for the Presidency Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy stated that the forum's agenda includes a…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles |

President Herminie conveys condolences to President Parmelin after tragic fire incident in Switzerland

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this tragedy

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr. Patrick Herminie, has conveyed his deepest condolences to H.E. Mr. Guy Bernard Parmelin, President of the Swiss Confederation, following a tragic fire that occurred in the Swiss resort town of Crans -Montana on New Year’s Eve. In his message to President Parmelin,…

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

South Africa: President Ramaphosa expresses condolences following tragic fire in the Swiss Alps

On behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of South Africa, President Ramaphosa conveys heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the loss of life resulting from a devastating fire in the Swiss town of Crans-Montana in Switzerland on New Year’s Day, 1 January 2026. On behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of South Africa, President Ramaphosa conveys heartfelt…