Month: July 2024

 Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nayhan, UAE President, and as part of the continuous humanitarian efforts to support all countries, the UAE has today dispatched a plane carrying aid to southern Ethiopia in the wake of landslides caused by heavy rainfall, which resulted in loss of life and severe damage to property.  The UAE relief endeavors aim to provide urgent assistance to those impacted […]

 As Somalia continues rebuilding after decades of war, political strife and humanitarian crises, its needs are many. These needs extend into the country’s health sector, which falls far below the minimum global expectation of doctor/patient ratios. According to the United Nations health agency, the World Health Organization (WHO), there are currently only eight skilled professionals – such as doctors, nurses and midwives – for every 10,000 people in Somalia. The minimum recommended by […]

 His Excellency Humaid Mohamed Ben Salem, Secretary General of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce&Industry (FCCI), led a high-level economic delegation on a visit to the Republic of Madagascar, where they met with several high-level officials from the government and the economic sector. The UAE delegation’s visit to Antananarivo, capital of Madagascar, was organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the FCCI. The UAE delegation, comprising representatives from […]

 On the momentous occasion of Liberia's 177th Independence Anniversary, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has delivered what considered a powerful address at occasion marking the official celebrations held at the Centennial Memorial Pavilion in Monrovia on today. The occasion was graced by esteemed guests, including the President of Ghana His Excellency Nana Dankwa Akufo Addo and representatives of other Foreign Heads of State, as well as numerous dignitaries, leaders, and […]

 President Cyril Ramaphosa wishes Team South Africa the best success for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and assures the team of the nation’s fervent support. President Ramaphosa said: “Having our flag held aloft by Team South Africa fills us with great pride and expectation for the team’s success in the Paris Games. “Team South Africa also causes us to reflect on how our 30 years of freedom have opened the […]

 President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed into law amendments to the Companies Act of 2008 that promote the ease of doing business and impose greater corporate transparency on the earnings gap between the highest and lowest paid persons in a company. The Companies Amendment Bill and Companies Second Amendment Bill referred to the President for assent jointly constitute initiatives by government to make the conduct of business less burdensome, to tighten […]

 In light of recent events at the Liberian Independence Day Celebration, the United States Embassy wishes to address concerns regarding Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) Rodriguez’s decision to leave the event. The United States and Liberia share a unique history and democratic values. Unfortunately, the national orator introduced divisive rhetoric and unfounded accusations. The United States has a long history of providing foreign assistance, amounting to at least $163 million annually. This […]

 The 26th annual Eritrean community festival in Scandinavian countries was held with vibrant festivities on 25 July in Stockholm. Themed “Peace Anchored on Resilience,” the event drew numerous Eritrean nationals and friends from around the region. During the opening ceremony, Mr. Alem Teklegergis, chairman of the Holidays Coordinating Committee in Scandinavian countries, highlighted the special significance of this year’s festival, which coincided with Eritrean cyclist Biniam Girmay’s historic win of […]

 His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio is among the world leaders hosted by the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, at a reception at the Elysee Palace ahead of the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games 2024 in Paris. President Macron, accompanied by his wife, Brigitte Macron, warmly welcomed President Bio and over 70 Heads of State and Government on a majestic red carpet laid out in the courtyard of […]