Month: August 2024

 President Wavel Ramkalawan welcomed the newly appointed Harbor Master, Captain Jean Paul Fanchette, during a courtesy call at State House this morning. In this brief yet significant meeting, President Ramkalawan officially greeted Captain Fanchette, who assumed his role earlier this month. The appointment marks a pivotal moment in the leadership of Seychelles' maritime operations. During their discussions, President Ramkalawan congratulated Captain Fanchette on his new role and engaged in a […]

 President Wavel Ramkalawan received Father Christian Toulon, Father Emmanuel Boniface, and Deacon Aubrey Pon Wayne at State House this morning. The visit marked a significant occasion as the newly ordained clergy paid their respects to the Head of State. President Ramkalawan congratulated the clergymen on their recent ordinations, commending their dedication to serving the community as young Seychellois leaders. During their meeting, they discussed their mission to address the spiritual […]

 Communities across Western Equatoria have been caught in the crossfire of conflict for far too long. Outbreaks of violence around Tambura in 2021 and, again in April 2024, caused significant loss of life, destruction of properties, and massive displacement of civilians. While residents of this troubled area grapple with local challenges, the country is preparing for its first democratic elections, making it more important than ever that the civic and […]

 UNICEF notes with deep regret the execution of four young people in the Somali state of Puntland this past weekend for offences committed as children when they were under the age of 18, while they were associated with Al Shabaab. The convictions and sentences were issued by military courts, which lack specialized child justice procedures, and are no place for children.  UNICEF recalls that the Puntland Age Verification Committee including representatives […]

 On August 22, 2024, Ambassador HAN Jing paid a courtesy call on Rt. Hon. Nelly Mutti, Speaker of National Assembly of Zambia, and exchanged views on China-Zambia relations and cooperation. Ambassador Han thanked the National Assembly for its long-term support for the development of China-Zambia relations. China-Zambia friendship has enjoyed a time-honored tradition and is facing unprecedented opportunities under the leadership of President XI Jinping and President Hakainde Hichilema. China is ready to take the […]

 Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile has today, Thursday 22 August 2024, held a meeting with the Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr Gayton Mckenzie. The meeting was anchored on the responsibilities delegated to the Deputy President by President Cyril Ramaphosa of advancing Social Cohesion and as the Patron of the Moral Regeneration Movement.  The meeting discussed the proposed Programme of Action for Social Cohesion and Moral Regeneration Movement, to […]

 The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has commended the Ethiopian forces for their significant contribution to restoring peace and stability in the Hirshabelle region. Presiding over the medal ceremony in Beletweyne, ATMIS Military Chief of Staff, Brig. Gen. Kindu Gezu, praised the Ethiopian National Defence Forces (ENDF) at the Mahas Forward Operation Base (FOB), for their strong relationship with the local community during their tour of duty in […]

 Oando PLC ("Oando" or the "Company") (www.OandoPLC.com), Nigeria's leading energy solutions provider listed on both the Nigerian Exchange Limited and Johannesburg Stock Exchange is pleased to announce the successful completion of the acquisition of 100% of the shareholding interest in the Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC) from the Italian energy company, Eni, for a total  consideration of US$783 million comprised of consideration for the asset and reimbursement (the “Transaction”). Download […]