Month: May 2025

 The Advisory Committee, established by the United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL), completed its deliberations yesterday and finalized a set of options to address contentious issues in Libya’s current electoral framework.  Final edits are being made to the report.  Adhering to the principle of transparency, UNSMIL will publish the options as proposed by the Advisory Committee in due course. The Advisory Committee, a group of 20 Libyan personalities with […]

 Dr. Iddrisu outlined a bold vision for the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), committing to build a modern, technology-driven, agile, and trusted institution capable of producing credible, timely, and relevant data to support Ghana’s macroeconomic stabilisation programme and socio-economic development initiatives. Key among his priorities is the fast-tracking of the rebasing of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to improve the quality of inflation data and extending CPI reporting to the district […]

 Monday 28th April, 2025 marked a historic day in Ghana’s passport administration as Ghana officially begun the mass roll-out of the Chip-Embedded Passport and a full suite of progressive reforms designed to modernize passport acquisition, enhance security, and provide citizens with a better passport acquisition experience. The event, attended by the Chief of Staff, Hon. Julius Debrah, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), Minister for Foreign Affairs, Ministers of State, Deputy Majority […]

 The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, has arrived in Libreville ahead of the inauguration of H.E. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguem as President of the Republic of #Gabon, scheduled for 03 May. He was warmly received at the airport by H.E. Mr. Régis Onanga Ndiaye, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Gabon.Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Union (AU).    

 “We used to believe that strictness was the only way of maintaining order in a prison,” admitted Achol Deng, one of 13 female Correction Officers who joined male colleagues from across Warrap State for a recent and, as it turned out, truly eye-opening training. “Now we understand how dignity and respect can prevent problems from even happening.” This significant and potentially life-changing insight was the key takeaway from a three-day […]

 Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga, reaffirmed the Ministry of Health’s commitment to ensuring that Universal Health Coverage (UHC) delivers tangible results for Kenyans. Speaking during a strategy meeting with the Directorate of Policy, Digital Health, and Innovations, Dr. Oluga stressed that restoring public trust in the health system is non-negotiable. “Our work must restore order to the health sector, promote the health of our people, reduce the […]

 The UN Committee against Torture (CAT) today issued its findings on Armenia, France, Mauritius, Monaco, Turkmenistan and Ukraine after reviewing the six States parties in its latest session. The findings contain the Committee’s main concerns and recommendations on each country’s implementation of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment. Key highlights include: Armenia  The Committee commended Armenia’s new Criminal and Criminal Procedure Codes, noting the broader definition […]

 In a compelling appeal for peace, Madelina Dudu Kuje, Chair of the Women’s Union in Kasire, highlighted the urgent need for development and safety, stating that South Sudan's children deserve to grow up in a stable environment where they can thrive. At 65, this widow and mother understands the serious challenges children face in a nation plagued by instability and insecurity. "Persistent conflict, economic hardships, and limited opportunities hinder our […]

 International Workers Day was celebrated in the port city of Massawa at the Northern Red Sea region level under the theme “Productivity through Conscious Participation.” The event featured sports competitions, public campaigns, and seminars among other activities. Mr. Habtemariam Tesfamicael, head of the National Confederation of Eritrean Workers branch in the region, said that May Day is a day when workers raise their voices and renew their pledge to work […]