Month: April 2025

 The Representation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Benin, organized on April 11, 12 and 14, 2025 with the technical support of Ateliers Sika, the first phase of creative and educational workshops through the arts at the Collège d’Enseignement Général (CEG) Gbégamey. These workshops, aimed at 30 students aged 11 to 19, are part of the celebration of 50 years of ECOWAS in Benin. During these […]

 This 28 April 2025, the City of Lomé (Togo) hosted the opening of the steering committees for the ECOWAS Agricultural Policy (ECOWAP) projects and programs. The aim of this annual meeting, which brings together more than seventy institutional players and technical and financial partners from the West African agroforestry and fisheries sector, is to take stock of the implementation of regional projects and programs for 2024. This regional consultation body […]

 Bureau Veritas Uganda (www.BureauVeritas.ug) is pleased to announce that it has officially been accredited as an Approved Superintendent by the Grain and Feed Trade Association (GAFTA) following a stringent assessment and audit process concluded in February 2025. This achievement certifies Bureau Veritas Uganda as a trusted service provider for inspections, verifications, examinations, quality assessments, and sampling of traded agricultural commodities on a global scale. As a GAFTA-approved superintendent, Bureau Veritas […]

 Ookla (www.Ookla.com), a global connectivity intelligence company, has released an insightful analysis of fixed network performance in Morocco (https://apo-opa.co/44J37o0) and its readiness to support the influx of tourists and the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) sporting event. The report sheds light on the performance of fixed broadband in key tourist cities and the speed of Wi-Fi in top hotels in Morocco, offering valuable insights as the country prepares for the […]

 Principal Secretary for Medical Services at the Ministry of Health, Dr. Ouma Oluga, made his inaugural visit to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) on 28th April 2025 to assess service delivery and progress towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). During the visit, Dr. Oluga commended MTRH for its leadership in providing specialized healthcare services, training, and research. He noted that the hospital treats over 1.5 million patients annually, performs more than […]

 World Day for Safety and Health at Work was observed at the national level today at Red Sea Bottlers Share Company under the theme “Let’s Ensure Professional Safety and Health.” Mr. Woldeyesus Elisa, Director General of Social Welfare at the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare, said that the day is being observed internationally this year in relation to Artificial Intelligence. Mr. Woldeyesus further stated that at the national level, […]

 As Namibia’s energy sector gains momentum, attention is increasingly turning toward ensuring that the nation’s resource wealth delivers long-term economic empowerment. At a panel session held at the Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) on April 25 – Building Local Business Capacity for Energy Sector Participation – industry stakeholders explored how strategic investments, public-private partnerships and enabling policy frameworks can open doors for Namibian businesses, especially in the oil and gas […]