insert_link APO International African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson held a bilateral meeting with United States (US) @StateDept Senior Advisor for Africa, H.E. Massad Boulos, & Senior Bureau Official, Hon. @tdf_dc H.E. @ymahmoudali held a bilateral meeting with US @StateDept Senior Advisor for Africa, H.E. Massad Boulos,&Senior Bureau Official, Hon. @tdf_dc, on the sidelines of the US-Africa Business Summit in Luanda. The Chairperson welcomed renewed US engagement in Africa, particularly in trade, investment,&peace&security. He underscored the importance of fostering a mutually enabling environment, including on trade, investments&market access to promote&advance a more balanced&partnership.Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Union […] today25 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Courtesy call on State Minister for Foreign Affairs Fujii by H.E. Mr. Alnaas, Charge d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Libya in Japan On June 25, Mr. FUJII, State Minister for Foreign Affairs, received a courtesy call by Mr. Ahmed S. A. ALNAAS, Chargé d'Affaires ad interim, Embassy of the State of Libya in Japan. The overview is as follows. At the outset, State Minister Fujii welcomed the steady progress in bilateral relations since the reopening of the Japanese Embassy in Libya in January last year, noting that the high-level visits between both […] today25 June, 2025
insert_link APO International United Arab Emirates (UAE) leaders congratulate President of Mozambique on Independence Day President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of congratulations to President Daniel Chapo of Mozambique on the occasion of his country's Independence Day. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, sent similar messages to the […] today25 June, 2025
insert_link APO International How Africa is building a better ecosystem for entrepreneurs The Future Studio incubator in Cotonou has developed a successful coaching programme, propelling four startups to success. The Beninese innovation center is now expanding, while business support organizations across West Africa are increasing their collaboration. The NTF V FastTrackTech project has nurtured these developments. The ITC project brought together major players from Benin, Niger and Mali to share their experiences and build together a stronger, more inclusive entrepreneurial ecosystem. Future […] today25 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Deputy President Mashatile to attend the 50th National Independence anniversary celebrations of Mozambique Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile will, on Wednesday, 25 June 2025, and on behalf of President Cyril Ramaphosa and the people of South Africa, attend the Republic of Mozambique’s 50th National Independence Anniversary Celebrations scheduled to take place in Machava Stadium, Maputo. The President of the Republic of Mozambique, His Excellency, Daniel Chapo, has invited South Africa to its 50th National Independence Anniversary Celebrations. The 50th National Independence Anniversary will […] today25 June, 2025
insert_link APO International President Ramkalawan Chairs Inaugural Government-Private Sector Economic Forum President Wavel Ramkalawan presided over a landmark economic forum on Tuesday afternoon, bringing together high-level government officials and private sector representatives in an unprecedented collaborative dialogue aimed at strengthening Seychelles' economic foundation and fostering sustainable growth. The historic gathering held at State House, marked the commencement of a structured partnership between the government and business community. President Ramkalawan articulated his vision for enhanced economic cooperation, expressing profound enthusiasm for the […] today25 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Aftermath of Tripoli clashes puts Libya’s fragile stability to the test Nearly 15 years after Gaddafi’s fall, Libya remains split between the internationally recognised Government of National Unity in Tripoli, and the rival Government of National Stability in Benghazi. Although a truce was reached on 14 May, the outbreak of fighting last month in the capital “temporarily disrupted UN development and humanitarian operations,” said top UN envoy Hanna Tetteh. Fragile Truce On 18 May, with support from the UN Support Mission in […] today25 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Power to the people; funding community-led development in Somalia In the heart of Galmudug State, Somalia, the dream of two young women, Iftin and Aminaa, to attend university in Abudwaq was fraught with challenges. Frequent power cuts and a long, dark and possibly dangerous road between the campus and town made it nearly impossible for them and other girls to attend evening classes. Determined to find a solution, they approached the International Organization for Migration's (IOM) Co-Funding System (CFS), […] today25 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Commemoration of Martyrs Day by Diaspora Nationals Eritrean nationals residing in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, Germany, Scandinavian countries, and the United States, as well as Eritrea’s Permanent Representative to the African Union and the Economic Commission for Africa, commemorated Martyrs Day. According to reports, at commemorative events held in Sweden, Denmark, and Norway, the nationals pledged to augment the Martyrs Trust Fund and continue their support to the families of martyrs. Nationals in Sweden contributed over […] today25 June, 2025