Month: June 2024

[[{"value":"“We don’t have access to digital devices like smart phones, computers, laboratories, or libraries equipped with modern educational technology for research in Eastern Equatoria or, indeed, across South Sudan. I appeal to the government to provide such amenities in schools to ensure our students get the same opportunities as those in other countries,” said Amama Mariam, guest of honor at a recent commemoration of Day of the African Child. Held jointly […]

[[{"value":"President Joseph N. Boakai, Sr., has relieved Dr. Julius J.S. Nelson of his position as President of the University of Liberia effective immediately. President Boakai, as the Visitor to the University, took this action following several meetings with the Institution’s Board of Trustees and various stakeholders of the University. In the meantime, the President has appointed former University of Liberia President Ambassador Dr. Al-Hassan Conteh as Acting President to lead […]

[[{"value":"President Isaias Afwerki, in the afternoon hours today, met and held talks at the Denden Guest House with a senior Italian delegation led by Mr. Adolfo Urso, Minister of Enterprises and Made in Italy. President Isaias commended the Italian Initiative taken at this auspicious time and which was a testimony to historical bilateral ties. In the extensive discussions, President Isaias elaborated on the potential and prospects of phased Italian investment […]

[[{"value":"Eritrean communities in Switzerland, the US, and Austria solemnly marked Martyrs Day with fervent patriotic fervor. The commemorative event in the Swiss cities of Geneva, Burn, Basel, St. Galen, Lausanne, Solothurn, Lucerne, Jura and Chur featured a walkathon, a candle vigil, and cultural and artistic programs. The participants of the events expressed conviction to strengthen organizational capacity and participation in the national affairs. At the events, nationals in Geneva contributed […]

[[{"value":"The President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has presented credentials to nine newly appointed diplomats, urging them to actively promote Ghana's image and interests abroad. The appointees, comprising three High Commissioners, five Ambassadors, and one Ambassador-at-Large, have been entrusted with the critical task of representing Ghana in various countries and international organizations. The newly appointed envoys include Vice Admiral Seth Amoama, High Commissioner-designate to Nigeria; Mrs. Francisca Ashietey-Oduntun, High Commissioner-designate to […]

[[{"value":"CityBlue Hotels (www.CityBlueHotels.com), Africa’s fastest-growing local hotel chain, has taken an equity position in the B2B platform Farm to Feed, which sources imperfect surplus produce directly from farmers, increasing their income and fighting food loss. This enhances CityBlue’s ESG credentials and solidifies the impact investment thesis of its parent, The Diar Group. In Sub-Saharan Africa, up to 50% of crop production may be lost before the product reaches consumers. Market […]

[[{"value":"In commemoration of Martyrs Day, residents from various sub-zones in the Southern Region have generously contributed approximately 700,000 Nakfa to support the families of martyrs. This heartfelt initiative saw wide participation across the region, highlighting the community’s ongoing commitment to honoring their fallen heroes. Accordingly, residents of 21 administrative areas in Adi-Keih sub-zone contributed 94 thousand 685 Nakfa, Government employees in the sub-zone 71 thousand 100 Nakfa and lecturers, students […]