insert_link APO International Special Representative Simão Concludes Visit to Guinea, Reaffirms United Nations Commitment to Supporting a Peaceful and Inclusive Transition The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Mr. Leonardo Santos Simão, concluded yesterday a three-day visit to Conakry, Guinea. The purpose of this visit was to continue discussions with the transitional authorities to provide effective support for their efforts toward a return to constitutional order. To this end, Special Representative Simão held a series of important meetings […] today6 June, 2025
insert_link APO International A Call to Action to End Cholera in Africa by 2030 On 4 June 2025, twenty African Union Member States most affected by cholera convened for an extraordinary high-level meeting, following a call by Africa CDC and under the leadership of H.E. President Hakainde Hichilema, AU Champion on Cholera. This historic gathering of Heads of State and Government marked a turning point in the fight against cholera across the continent. Leaders endorsed a unified Call-to-Action to eliminate cholera in Africa by […] today6 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Mining Minister encourages Industry to Gather at DRC Mining Week in Lubumbashi from 11 June The DRC Minister of Mines, H.E. Kizito Pakabomba Kapinga Mulume, says he is looking forward to visiting “the legendary DRC Mining Week,” which is taking place from 11–13 June in Lubumbashi. The organisers of this longstanding expo and conference, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary edition this month, have extended the event until 14 June for the official visit of mining Minister Mulume who will address and engage with delegates […] today6 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Morocco: His Majesty (HM) the King Congratulates Sweden’s Sovereigns on National Day His Majesty King Mohammed VI sent a congratulatory message to Their Majesties King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia, Sovereigns of Sweden, on the occasion of their country's national day. In this message, His Majesty the King extends His warmest congratulations and sincere wishes for good health and happiness to the Swedish sovereigns, and members of their esteemed royal family, and for continued progress and prosperity to the Swedish people. […] today6 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Sierra Leone’s President Julius Maada Bio to Launch 830 Million New Leones (€34 Million) Solar Minigrid Project, Powering Sierra Leone’s Green Future In a landmark step toward sustainable development and inclusive energy access, His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio is set to officially launch the Salone Off-grid Renewable Energy Acceleration Initiative (SOGREA), a €34 million (approximately 830 million New Leones) solar minigrid project that will significantly advance Sierra Leone’s green energy future. Hosted by Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), the initiative is a collaborative effort between the Government of Sierra Leone, […] today6 June, 2025
insert_link APO International President Ramaphosa meets with Judiciary to strengthen South Africa’s justice system President Cyril Ramaphosa supported by the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mmamoloko Kubayi and Deputy Minister Andries Nel, today hosted a high-level engagement with Chief Justice Mandisa Maya and Heads of Court at Mahlamba Ndlopfu, the President’s official residence in Pretoria. This important engagement brought together the Executive and the Judiciary to reaffirm their shared commitment to building a stronger, more effective justice system, firmly anchored in the values […] today6 June, 2025
insert_link APO International South Africa: Sports Committee Chair Urges Comrades Organizers to Prepare for Cold Front The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Sport, Arts and Culture Mr Joe McGluwa, has called on race organisers involved in the Comrades Marathon to take all necessary precautions to ensure the cold front does not have bad impact on athletes on Sunday. Weather SA warned of two cold fronts that will sweep through the weekend,starting with the western parts of the country, but affecting most of the provinces. The […] today6 June, 2025
insert_link APO International President Ramkalawan Lays Foundation Stone for New Housing Project on Praslin President Wavel Ramkalawan this morning officially laid the foundation stone and unveiled the commemorative plaque for a new government housing development in Amitié, Grand Anse Praslin. The project, which will deliver 16 residential units, marks a key milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to expand access to quality housing across the country. Present at the ceremony were Vice-President Ahmed Afif, Principal Minister Jean-François Ferrari, Minister for Lands and Housing Billy […] today6 June, 2025
insert_link APO International Merck Foundation Officially Appoints the Maldives First Lady as the Ambassador of “More Than a Mother” to Build Healthcare Capacity, Break Infertility Stigma and Stop Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA Germany underscored their long-term commitment to build healthcare capacity and break infertility stigma in Maldives during their high-level meeting with H.E. Mrs. SAJIDHA MOHAMED, The First Lady of the Republic of Maldives, held at the Official Residence of the President. The discussion led by Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg Haverkamp, Chairman of Merck Foundation BOT and Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation. […] today6 June, 2025