Month: September 2024

 Recent floods in northeast Nigeria have displaced at least 50,000 people from their homes since the weekend. Across the Sahel and Lake Chad region, heavy floods have exacerbated existing humanitarian crises in countries such as Cameroon, Mali, and Niger. The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is urgently calling for increased international support to provide relief to the most vulnerable. “The situation in the Sahel and Lake Chad region is increasingly dire, […]

 Stakeholders from across Kenya gathered in Nairobi for a landmark event that brought together Generation Equality commitment makers based in Kenya. The event aimed to raise awareness of Generation Equality's efforts being advanced by commitment makers and partners at national, regional, and global levels. It also fostered the creation and strengthening of partnerships, facilitated the sharing of information about upcoming major events, and encouraged the development of synergies and coalitions […]

 The Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Sudan, Clementine Nkweta-Salami, has expressed her profound sadness and frustration over the ongoing armed violence that is wreaking havoc on the city of Al Fasher in North Darfur. “This is heartbreaking and must stop. There is no excuse for direct attacks on civilians, their assets and essential facilities such as hospitals. These are protected under the International Humanitarian law. Parties to the conflict must […]

 His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio has successfully harvested 7 tonnes of fish and various agricultural produce from his farm in Mafintha. This harvesting exercise aims to demonstrate the President’s commitment to leadership by example as he works diligently towards achieving the country’s Food Security Agenda. While actively participating in the harvesting of fish, President Bio emphasized the importance of fish farming for all Sierra Leoneans, encouraging even small-scale […]

 Leading the dialogue on Africa’s energy sector opportunities, Amena Bakr, Senior Research Analyst at Energy Intelligence, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies at the upcoming African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy 2024 conference – the official meeting place for Africa’s energy sector. As a global information provider, Energy Intelligence provides research, data and analysis covering the energy transition, oil, gas and LNG markets, and above-ground and geopolitical […]

 President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has appointed Dr. Joseph Isaac as President of Margibi University, formerly, Harbel College in Margibi County. In this role, Dr. Isaac is expected to work to enhance the capacity and quality of the students and faculty through training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities. He will also spearhead initiatives to boost student enrollment, retention, and academic performance, thereby ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning environment. President […]

 Under shelling and gunfire, Esraa cradled her newborn son. As the war in Sudan broke out in April 2023, she was trying to reach a health clinic for treatment for her baby, who had been struggling with infections and breathing difficulties. But with the roads blocked by fighting, the young mother never made it to the clinic; her son died in her arms. When she became pregnant again in August […]

 The Government of Liberia (GOL) has adopted two key Public Financial Management regulations aimed at improving governance and the efficient management of public resources. At an emergency Cabinet meeting held at the Executive Mansion, on Friday, September 13, 2024, the amended and Restated Public Financial Management (PFM) Regulations and the Revenue Sharing Regulations (RSR) were officially endorsed. The adoption of these regulations comes as part of the Government's ongoing efforts […]

 The Ugandan Embassy in Beijing and the Ugandan Consulate General in Guangzhou Showcased Uganda's Tourism Potential at the China International Tourism Industry Expo 2024 in Guangzhou, China, 13-15 September 2024. The Expo highlighted Uganda's rich cultural heritage, diverse wildlife, and stunning natural landscapes to attract Chinese tourists and investors. The International Tourism Industry Expo was hosted by the Culture and Tourism Development and Support Center of Guangdong Province, China (Guangdong); […]