Month: January 2025

 The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (www.ITFC-IDB.org) is proud to continue its work on the Aid for Trade Initiative for Arab States (AfTIAS 2.0), a program designed to enhance the trade capacity and competitiveness of Arab states. Building on past achievements, AfTIAS 2.0 is focused on empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to navigate global markets and expand intra-regional trade. With an emphasis on policy reform and capacity building, […]

 Key African energy ministers, national oil companies (NOCs) and regulators have been recognized for their contributions to advancing hydrocarbon exploration, LNG megaprojects and policy reforms in the African Energy Chamber’s (www.EnergyChamber.org) Top 40 Movers and Shakers to Watch in 2025 list.  Namibia’s Tom Alweendo, Minister of Mines and Energy, is at the forefront of the country’s emerging oil industry. With first oil expected by 2029 and a pioneering local content policy […]

 The Africa-Paris Declaration, forged during the 2024 Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris, was a pivotal moment in Africa’s quest for sustainable energy solutions. Aimed at strengthening the continent’s energy transition while addressing the urgent issue of energy poverty, the declaration set ambitious targets for expanding access to clean, affordable and reliable energy. With the 2025 edition of the forum approaching, now is the time to reflect on […]

 The newly appointed Ambassador-designate of Sri Lanka to the Arab Republic of Egypt, Sisira Senavirathne assumed duties at the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Cairo on 27 January 2025. In his address to the Embassy staff following the assumption of duties, Ambassador-designate Senavirathne highlighted the long-standing friendly relations between Sri Lanka and Egypt. Further, he emphasized the immense potential for enhancing bilateral ties, particularly in areas such as trade, investment, […]

 President Wavel Ramkalawan presided over a high-level meeting yesterday afternoon at State House to review preparations for the 13th Edition of the Commission de la Jeunesse et des Sports de l’Océan Indien (CJSOI) Games. The regional sporting event is set to take place in Seychelles from August 1-10, 2025. The meeting brought together key stakeholders from the organizing committee to address critical challenges and ensure the smooth execution of the […]

 Violent demonstrations are currently taking place near several embassies, including the Belgian one. In the process, a gate was also set on fire, but this fire was quickly brought back under control. At no time has there been an immediate danger to embassy staff and visitors. FPS Foreign Affairs is closely monitoring the situation and is in close contact with the Belgian embassy in Kinshasa and the Congolese authorities. Our […]

 Angolan logistics provider Sonils has joined the upcoming Congo Energy&Investment Forum (CEIF) 2025 – taking place in Brazzaville from March 24-26 – as a Champion Sponsor. The inaugural CEIF conference will convene industry leaders, policymakers and stakeholders to explore investment opportunities and advancements within the Republic of Congo’s burgeoning energy sector. Sonils, which serves as the integrated logistics and services arm of Angola’s state-owned Sonangol, supports the country’s primary onshore […]

 The African Union (AU) theme of the Year for 2025: “Building a united front to advance the cause of justice and payment of reparations to Africans”, will officially be launched by Heads of State and Government during the 38th AU Summit in February 2025. This theme was decided on by the Heads of State and Government at the 37th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the Union held in February 2023 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. […]