Abidjan, November 26, 2024 – The city of Abidjan hosted the Regional Opportunities for Transitioning to Clean Cooking in West Africa workshop, organized by the ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and energy Efficiency (ECREEE) with the support of the European Union and The Enterprise Agency of the Netherlands (RVO) through their partnership “Energizing Development” endev, bringing together key stakeholders from across the region to discuss and advance clean cooking initiatives. The workshop […]

 On 26 and 27 November 2024, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is organising a national youth forum in Dakar under the theme: ‘Engaging ECOWAS for a new vision on youth’. This major event, chaired by the Senegalese Minister for Youth, Sport and Culture, Mrs Khady Diène Gaye, alongside Prof. Fatou Sow Sarr, ECOWAS Commissioner for Human Development and Social Affairs, aims to strengthen inclusive dialogue, define strategic […]

 The 2024 Broadband Development Congress: Cape Town, hosted by the World Broadband Association (WBBA) (www.WorldBroadbandAssociation.com) during Africa Tech Festival 2024, brought together global industry leaders and stakeholders from the operator, technology, ministerial, and banking sectors to address the critical challenges and opportunities in expanding broadband access across Africa. In addition to showcasing broadband adoption success stories, a highlight was the launch of a whitepaper, The Role of AI in Fixed […]

 Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates, Mr. Nasser Bourita and Prime Minister of Grenada, Mr. Dickon Mitchell expressed their countries' determination to bolster bilateral cooperation, highlighting investment opportunities offered by both countries. In a joint statement adopted following their talks on Thursday in Rabat, Mr. Bourita and Mr. Mitchell expressed their “willingness to bolster and enshrine bilateral cooperation”, notably through the exchange of experience and expertise in […]

 His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, met with His Excellency Morissanda Kouyaté, Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration and Guineans Living Abroad of the Republic of Guinea, in the capital Conakry, to discuss bilateral relations between the two countries in areas of mutual interest. H.E. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan conveyed the greetings of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and […]

 On Thursday November 28, Dr. Deborah M. Barasa, the Cabinet Secretary for Health, met with Lee Walls, Global Head of m-mama, to discuss the establishment of an emergency referral system for mothers and newborns.  This initiative aligns with the Ministry of Health’s commitment to ensuring that every mother and child can reach healthcare facilities without delays.  m-mama, an innovative community-based transport solution, has demonstrated its effectiveness in reducing maternal and neonatal […]

 The 16 days of activism against gender-based violence have supported the development of relevant laws and policies aimed at curbing the vice in Uganda. This year’s campaign which commenced on Monday, 25 November 2024 is based on the theme, ‘Towards 30 years of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action: Unite to end violence against women and girls’. According to the State Minister for Gender and Culture, Hon. Peace Mutuuzo, […]

 Cabinet Secretary for Health Dr. Deborah Barasa joined President William Ruto, Prime CS Hon Musalia Mudavadi and senior government officials on November 28, in marking a significant milestone with the E-Citizen platform, a tool that has revolutionized public service delivery across Kenya. With over 22,515 government services now available to 30 million users, the platform has greatly enhanced efficiency, reduced delays, and boosted revenue collection for the government. As part of […]

 Cholera is an acute infectious disease transmitted mainly through the consumption of food or water contaminated with cholera bacteria. Cholera poses a significant public health threat, especially in areas with inadequate sanitation and unsafe drinking water. It can cause severe dehydration and death within hours if untreated, making early detection and prompt response crucial. In recent months, Ghana has faced multiple public health emergencies, including cholera outbreaks. These emergencies stretch […]