Month: December 2023

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 spearheaded the strategy, supported by UNCTAD. “Kenya’s e-commerce strategy lays the foundation for trust-building among businesses and consumers, making e-commerce […]

The government is expanding the Nairobi Commuter Railway Services to address traffic congestion in the Nairobi Metropolitan. President William Ruto said the project will give Kenyans affordable and reliable transport solutions, connecting people to services and economic opportunities. He said the government has secured funds for the revitalization of transport infrastructure projects in Nairobi among them the Riruta- Ngong- Kiserian- Ongata Rongai commuter rail. “This rail has the capacity of […]

The Chinese medical teams to Sierra Leone have made constant contributions to improving the country's medical service over the past 50 years, Sierra Leonean Health Minister Austin Demby has said. Speaking at a photo exhibition to mark the 50th anniversary of China sending its first medical team to Sierra Leone on Wednesday, Demby said the training provided by the Chinese medical teams to local medical staff is important and constant […]

This month marks the tenth anniversary of the outbreak of South Sudan’s civil war.  We remember all who lost their lives and suffered as a result.  The conflict was a profound tragedy for the people of South Sudan, who had gained their independence amidst great international celebration only two years before.  At this time, we reaffirm our call on all South Sudan’s leaders of all parties to demonstrate their dedication […]

Merck foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com) to underscore their long-term commitment to building healthcare capacity during their meeting with Mauritius President; Merck foundation together with Mauritius Minister of Health and Wellness meet their 73 Alumni who have been provided with one year diploma and two-year master degree of 32 undeserved and critical medical specialties during The Merck foundation Mauritius Alumni Summit 2023; Merck Foundation provided scholarships for 73 Mauritian doctors for one-year Diploma and two-year Master […]

Government welcomes the increase in employment for the period June to September 2023 as per the 3rd Quarterly Employment Statistics (QES) report of Statistics South Africa. Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said that “The continuous increase in employment is a demonstration that measures put in place by government, the partnership with business and labour to reduce unemployment and create opportunities for more jobs are steadily and firmly gaining traction despite […]

Khadija Abdallah, a 54-year-old mother of five, dedicates almost her entire day to unpaid care work. A few years ago, when her youngest daughter was still an infant, she would strap her to her back while she and her husband worked hard on their farm. Upon returning home, Khadija would manage several chores at once – preparing lunch, doing the housework, and looking after her infant - all while her […]

The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Alvin Botes, has concluded his Working Visit to the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus. In Russia, the Deputy Minister met with his counterpart, Mr Mikhail Bogdanov, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, to hold Political Consultations on a range of issues including the importance of strengthening the trade and investment relationship between the two countries. In Belarus, the Deputy […]

In response to an unprecedented outbreak of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis in the Somali Regional state of Ethiopia, the World Health Organization's Ethiopia Country Office (WHO-Ethiopia) has taken swift action to address the public health crisis.  The first occurrence of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis was reported from the regional state in July 2023, and an additional 1023 cases were reported between July 26 and November 30, 2023. While the Somali Region is known for […]