Month: February 2025

 Africa’s ability to effectively prepare for and respond to health emergencies took a significant step forward as public health leaders, technical experts, and key stakeholders convened for a high-level regional consultation on strengthening National Public Health Agencies (NPHAs). Hosted in Ghana by the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region, the meeting brought together representatives from across the continent to assess and refine the core framework that will enhance Africa’s health […]

 Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Denmark, Ms. Mette Frederiksen. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said the two sides confirmed the importance of implementing the outcomes of President El-Sisi’s recent state visit to Denmark, as well as the various aspects of the strategic partnership between the two countries, particularly in the economic, investment, and clean and renewable energy […]

 Members of Parliament on the Committee of National Economy concerned about distribution of the Uganda Development Bank (UDB) financing as the government seeks a US$275 million loan to recapitalise the bank. The Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (General Duties), Hon. Henry Musasizi who appeared before the committee alongside officials from UDB on Monday, 10 February 2025 had informed the meeting that the bank had supported beneficiaries […]

 The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved over $31 million in funding under its African Climate Action Window (CAW) to strengthen climate resilience in Sierra Leone, South Sudan, Djibouti, and Madagascar. The Climate Action Window of the Bank Group’s African Development Fund seeks to mobilize $4 billion by 2025 to provide rapid and coherent access to climate finance, support co-financing, and prioritize the most […]

 The President of Seychelles, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan has commended the people of Seychelles on the nation’s remarkable achievement in the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), where Seychelles has ascended to the 18th position globally, scoring 72 out of 100. This milestone marks Seychelles’ highest ranking to date and solidifies its position as the top performer in Sub-Saharan Africa. President Ramkalawan emphasized that this achievement is a testament to the unwavering […]