Month: December 2024

 For 14-year-old Ilhan Jimcaale Abdi, a student at Dhobley Primary School, life has taken a dramatic turn for the better. Since receiving hygiene kits, Ilhan has experienced a profound transformation that has boosted her confidence and enabled her to concentrate on her education. “Before the ATMIS Female Engagement Team introduced us to the program, we stayed at home. We had a negative perception of education but now this has changed, […]

 Fifty Liberian professionals have successfully completed a one-month AVoHC-SURGE training program designed to strengthen the country's capacity to respond to public health emergencies. This collaborative effort, spearheaded by the Liberian government with support from the World Health Organization (WHO), Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), and the Canadian government, aims to bolster the country’s capacity to respond to public health emergencies. The AVoHC-SURGE training, a key component […]

 On behalf of the American people, the U.S. Embassy, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is helping address cholera in South Sudan.  The U.S. Embassy is working with partners, including UNICEF, IOM, MSF, and WHO, to deliver emergency water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services, provide life-saving medical care, support vaccination campaigns, provide treatment kits and diagnostic tests, and raise public awareness to curb the spread of cholera. […]

 In a landmark ceremony at State House this morning, President Wavel Ramkalawan, Commander-in-Chief of the Seychelles Defence Forces (SDF), unveiled significant leadership changes and commissioned new officers, marking a pivotal step in the ongoing modernization of the nation's military structure. At the forefront of the reshuffle, Brigadier Michael Rosette has been promoted to Major General, resuming his role as Chief of the Seychelles Defence Forces. Colonel Jean Atala has been […]

 Post-election unrest in Mozambique has forced thousands of people to flee their homes. In Malawi, UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the government have identified around 2,000 who crossed into the country in the past week. In neighbouring Eswatini, another 1,000 people have arrived. Amongst the new arrivals are refugees and asylum seekers of various nationalities who have been living in Mozambique. UNHCR is raising concerns over the escalating displacement […]

 Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly; Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt, Mr. Hassan Abdalla; and Minister of Finance, Mr. Ahmed Kouchouk. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, stated that the meeting reviewed the local and global economic situation and its implications on macroeconomic indicators. It also focused on the government's efforts to ensure that the economic development program is not affected […]

 Following the tragic incident involving the Azerbaijan Airlines plane that resulted in fatalities, the President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, expressed his condolence to H.E. Ilham Aliyev, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan. In his message, President Ramkalawan, stated: “I was deeply saddened to learn of the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash, which tragically occurred during its scheduled flight from Baku to Grozny on Wednesday 25th December 2024. […]

 In a message of condolence, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan, the President of the Republic of Seychelles, reached out to H.E. Mr. Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States, to extend his deepest sympathy following the recent passing of former President Jimmy Carter. In his message, President Ramkalawan, stated: “I am deeply saddened by the news of the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, a remarkable statesman who played a pivotal […]

 At an activity assessment meeting held on 27 and 28 December, the National Union of Eritrean Youth and Students (NUEYS) reported that it had conducted praiseworthy activities in 2024. The meeting also featured extensive discussions on the action plan for 2025. According to reports presented by heads of departments and regions, several commendable activities were carried out, focusing on enhancing political and organizational awareness, as well as increasing the participation […]