insert_link Africa The Gambia may allow female genital mutilation again – another sign of a global trend eroding women’s rights By Satang Nabaneh, University of Dayton The Gambia’s ban on female genital mutilation (FGM) since 2015 is under threat. Proposed changes before parliament could permit medicalised female genital cutting and allow it for consenting adults. This potential reversal has thrust the country into the global spotlight as the latest example of the backlash against gender equality. The Gambia’s criminalisation of FGM was not the first in west […] todayApril 2, 2024 17
insert_link APO International Canon Central and North Africa Collaborates with Kidzania Cairo to Launch Canon Photography Studio in Egypt [[{"value":"Canon Central and North Africa (www.Canon-CNA.com) is thrilled to announce its partnership with KidZania Cairo, to introduce a Canon Photography Studio at KidZania in Cairo, Egypt. The new innovative space is designed to provide children from 8-14 years of age with a unique opportunity to explore the world of photography, learn about Canon’s cutting-edge technology, and unleash their creativity in a fun and interactive environment. The Canon Photography Studio at KidZania […] todayApril 2, 2024 15
insert_link APO International Ghana Embassy Holds Mentorship Program for John Kofi Asmah United Methodist High School The Ghana Embassy in Monrovia on 29th March, 2024, held a mentorship program for the final year students of John Kofi Asmah United Methodist High School at the Residence of the Head of Mission, Ambassador Kingsford Amoako. The two-hour programme entailed motivational sessions by seven (7) speakers, including the South African Ambassador to the Republic of Liberia, H.E Prof. Iquabal Jhazbhay; Consul-General of the Republic of Belgium to Liberia, Mr. […] todayApril 2, 2024 7
insert_link Africa Cost of living relief on the cards as Kenya, Nigeria currencies gain ground By Conrad Onyango, bird story agency Squeezed by painfully high prices for over a year, households in Kenya and Nigeria are beginning to get some relief as their national currencies strengthen against the US dollar and the cost of living starts to come down. In 2023, the shilling and naira were ranked among the worst-performing currencies in the world, according to data from Bloomberg and World Currency […] todayApril 2, 2024 18
insert_link World Finland is the happiest country in the world – but our research suggests the rankings are wealth and status-oriented Cast Of Thousands/Shutterstock By August Nilsson, Lund University Finland steadily ranks as the happiest country in the world. In March 2024 the country was, for the seventh year in a row, ranked as the happiness champion. The ranking is based on one simple question, using a ladder metaphor, that is asked to people across nearly every country in the world. But my team’s new experimental study suggests […] todayApril 2, 2024 14
insert_link APO International BBS Technology provides cybersecurity solutions tailored for companies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region [[{"value":"The MENA region has recently experienced remarkable progress in digitalisation within the economy, marked by significant achievements. Simultaneously, this advancement has led to an increased vulnerability to growing cyber risks. Especially noteworthy is the growing use of artificial intelligence technology by cyber attackers, along with an increase in state-sponsored cyber-attacks due to escalating geopolitical tensions. This has emphasised the critical need for companies of all sizes and industries to prioritise […] todayApril 2, 2024 5
insert_link APO International Global Africa Business Initiative announces plans for Unstoppable Africa 2024 flagship event in New York [[{"value":"Building on the resounding success of its flagship event Unstoppable Africa in 2022 and 2023, the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) (https://GABI.UNGlobalCompact.org/) is pleased to announce its plan to convene leaders from business, government, and the United Nations in 2024. Unstoppable Africa will return to Cipriani’s in New York on 25 and 26 September 2024 on the sidelines of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly. In addition, the […] todayApril 2, 2024 14
insert_link APO International Informative Webinar on available renewable energy projects in Kwazulu-Natal Province in South Africa [[{"value":"The Sri Lanka High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa, in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB) and the Gauteng Office of Trade and Investment Kwazulu-Natal, organized an informative webinar on "Available Renewable Energy Projects in Kwazulu-Natal" for Sri Lankan renewable energy companies on 26 March 2024. The Acting High Commissioner of Sri Lanka in Pretoria and, Acting Director General of the Sri Lanka Export Development Board Anoma […] todayApril 2, 2024 4
insert_link APO International Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) Implemented Over 200 Projects and Activities in Tunisia in 12 Years [[{"value":"Over the past twelve years, Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) has successfully implemented 208 projects and activities in Tunisia spanning a diverse range of areas from education to healthcare, from agriculture and animal husbandry to administrative and civil infrastructure. TİKA, which began its activities in the country in 2012 to carry out technical cooperation and development activities between the Republic of Türkiye and Tunisia and opened its Program Coordination […] todayApril 2, 2024 7