Month: May 2025

 European manufacturer Petrotec has joined the upcoming Angola Oil&gas (AOG) conference as a Silver Sponsor, reflecting its commitment to supporting the expansion of the country’s oil and gas value chain. The company leverages innovation and technology to strengthen mobility and seeks to support Angola’s downstream expansion through new mobility solutions. As one of Africa’s largest oil producers, Angola is striving to position itself as both a major exporter and regional […]

 The upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) – Africa’s premier gathering for mining stakeholders, scheduled for October 1-3, 2025 in Cape Town – will feature a dedicated Technology Forum. The forum will connect African mining projects with global technology providers and investors, showcasing how digital solutions are transforming resource extraction and redefining the mining value chain. As African countries scale up mineral production to drive GDP growth, developers are increasingly adopting […]

 The Republic of Congo and its gas agenda will be at the forefront of the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 Forum in Paris, which will feature a dedicated session on Monetizing Congo’s Gas Opportunities. The strategic discussion comes as Congo works to scale up gas production, build critical infrastructure and accelerate monetization efforts to meet domestic demand and strengthen its position as a regional energy exporter. The session […]

 On behalf of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot Bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, attended the inauguration ceremony of His Excellency Brice Oligui Nguema, President of the Gabonese Republic, which was held in the capital, Libreville, after his presidential election success. His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan underlined that relations between the UAE and Gabon are continuously evolving, highlighting the […]

 Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) strongly condemns the deliberate bombing of its hospital in Old Fangak, South Sudan. The attack began at around 4:30am when two helicopter gunships first dropped a bomb on the MSF pharmacy, burning it to the ground, then went on to fire on the town of Old Fangak for around 30 minutes. At around 7am, a drone bombed the Old Fangak market. There have been at least […]

 Government officials, civil society leaders, and journalists gathered on Friday at Parliament to mark World Press Freedom Day, with a unified call for stronger protections for the media. This year’s global theme, “Freedom of expression in the face of the AI Revolution” highlights not only the evolving challenges posed by technology but also the enduring struggle for press freedom and journalistic integrity. The event, organised by the Uganda Parliamentary Press […]

 The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) announces the decision to close the South African Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria, effective 30 June 2025. This decision, informed by prudent fiscal considerations and the need to prioritise national resource allocation, forms part of a broader strategic realignment of South Africa’s diplomatic missions globally. Since 2021, the South Africa has undertaken necessary adjustments to its international footprint to ensure fiscal sustainability while […]

 From April 24–27, Ambassador Christopher J. Lamora completed his third visit to the Southwest Region, reaffirming the U.S. Embassy’s enduring commitment to peace, prosperity, and partnership with Cameroon.  The visit also highlighted the lasting friendship between the American and Cameroonian people, particularly via his visits with the Paramount Chiefs of both Limbe and Buea, and his participation in the Cameroon International Film Festival (CAMIFF). Tangible Progress in Peace and Stability […]

 Children are often the most affected during times of conflict. In South Sudan, some of them are killed, abducted, maimed, sexually violated or recruited and used by armed forces. Other live in places where the arrival of humanitarian aid is denied, or where schools and medical facilities have been taken over by military elements. To help prevent and swiftly respond to such grave violations of the rights of children living […]