insert_link APO International Eritrea: World Hepatitis Day Observed at National Level World Hepatitis Day was observed at the national level in Asmara yesterday under the theme “Hepatitis: Let’s Break It Down.” Dr. Araya Berhane, Director of Communicable Diseases Control at the Ministry of Health, stated that although hepatitis has various forms, this year’s observance focused on infection-related hepatitis, which remains a leading cause of illness and death in the country. Citing a study by the Ministry of Health, Dr. Araya noted […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link APO International Liberia-India Health Partnership Gains Momentum as Minister Kpoto Meets Dr. Salgotra The Minister of Health, Dr. Louise M. Kpoto, held a high-level meeting with Dr. Nitin Salgotra, a renowned medical expert from India and representative of the International Relations Department of Yashoda Hospitals. The discussion focused on advancing the strategic partnership between John F. Kennedy (JFK) Medical Center and Yashoda Hospitals, following the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance cardiovascular (heart) surgery services in Liberia. The collaboration […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link Africa Hunger must never be a weapon of war, UN warns at Africa Summit UN Secretary‑General António Guterres has cautioned that hunger should never be used as a tool of war, speaking via video message at the UN Food Systems Summit in Ethiopia. He emphasized that conflict zones such as Gaza and Sudan are exacerbating food insecurity across the continent. Guterres, according to the Associated Press, noted that around 280 million Africans are malnourished, with nearly 3.4 million at risk of famine, despite global […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link Africa Angola fuel price protests erupt in violence Photo: Reuters Angola Protests in Angola’s capital over a 33% diesel price hike on 1 July escalated into violence on 28 July. The government’s subsidy cuts, aimed at reducing fiscal burdens, sparked unrest—including looting, street blockades, and clashes with police. Reuters reports that at least four people were killed, including a police officer, and more than 500 arrested as police used tear gas, smoke grenades, and gunfire into the air […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link World UN chief warns of ‘breaking point’ in Israel-Palestine conflict UN Secretary-General António Guterres speaking at the United Nations peace conference in New York. Photo: Department of International Relations and Cooperation, South Africa South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, has reaffirmed his country's support for a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine at the United Nations peace conference in New York. He praised France and Saudi Arabia for co-hosting the event and called on fellow UN […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link APO International Niger: African Development Bank extends loan of over $144 million to enhance energy access and economic competitiveness The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a loan of $144.27 million to Niger for the first phase of a program that will reform energy sector laws and address the country's critical power shortage. Niger’s Energy Sector Governance and Competitiveness Support Program is expected to address governance challenges by strengthening public financial management systems, particularly tax revenue mobilization and tax revenue control system. It […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link APO International Chargé d’affaires of Belarus V.Zhur meets the State Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Diaspora of Equatorial Guinea On July 29, 2025 the Chargé d'Affaires of the Republic of Belarus in the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, Vladislav Zhur, met with met with the State Minister for Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Diaspora of Equatorial Guinea, Simeon Oyono Esono Angue. The parties discussed the state of bilateral relations and concrete steps to promote them, as well as plans to open an Equatoguinean diplomatic mission in Minsk in 2026.Distributed by […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link APO International Ethiopia: Proposed Legal Changes Threaten Civil Society Ethiopian lawmakers should reject proposed amendments to the civil society law that would grant the government sweeping powers to restrict nongovernmental organizations, Human Rights Watch said today. Ethiopia’s partners should denounce the draft law, which is yet to be introduced to parliament, and make clear that any legal revisions should adhere to international human rights standards. The draft amendments would enable federal authorities to prohibit foreign funding to groups engaged in governance and […] today29 July, 2025
insert_link APO International Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) standards management technical committee examines new regional standards for fortified foods On the 28th and 29th of July 2025, the Cape Verdean capital Praia is hosting a decisive session of the ECOWAS Technical Committee for Standards Management (TMC). The aim: to review and validate revised regional standards for fortified foods, including iodized salt, fortified vegetable oils and fortified wheat flour. This initiative, supported by UNICEF, is part of the fight against persistent malnutrition in West Africa. This technical session is part […] today29 July, 2025
