Across Africa, rape is one of the most common crimes. New research reveals how inadequate criminalization of rape, weak legal implementation, rape myths, and victim-blaming are just some of the barriers to justice that survivors face. These obstacles prevent many cases from reaching court, with even fewer resulting in convictions, allowing the majority of perpetrators to go unpunished. This leaves survivors vulnerable without access to justice and support services they […]

 The Minister for Information, Communication, Technology and National Guidance, Hon. Chris Baryomunsi has unveiled government plans to extend internet connectivity to all sub-counties through a loan acquired from the Exim Bank of China. Baryomunsi said that with the US$150 million, government will go beyond its ministries, departments, agencies (MDAs) and district headquarters) to connect all sub-counties to the National Backbone Infrastructure (NBI). “This is vital for ensuring that all regions […]

 Following the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, the UAE has dispatched two aircraft carrying relief aid to the Republic of Zambia and the Republic of Guinea. The UAE dispatched an aircraft to Zambia, carrying 50 tonnes of food aid, in response to the drought waves that have negatively impacted people’s lives. Additionally, the UAE dispatched another aircraft to Guinea-Conakry with 40 tonnes of humanitarian […]

 The United States Embassy in Gabon extends its congratulations to the people of Gabon on the successful conclusion of their November 16 constitutional referendum.  We applaud the calm and orderly manner in which the referendum was conducted, even as we recognize that every electoral process offers opportunities for improvement.  Our embassy welcomed the opportunity to send observers to witness this pivotal event in Gabon’s history. The United States remains a steadfast partner to Gabon as […]

 From November 19 to 21, 2024, Nairobi hosted a three-day training of trainers on advancing inclusive disaster risk reduction strategies. Organized by UNDRR and attended by key stakeholders from Djibouti, Somalia, and Sudan, the workshop equipped participants with critical knowledge and skills to integrate gender- and disability-responsive approaches into the implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction. Disasters disproportionately affect vulnerable groups, including women, children, and persons with […]

 General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, Chairman of Sudan’s Sovereign Council, arrived in Asmara in the mid-morning hours for a one-day working visit. Upon arrival at Asmara International Airport, General al-Burhan and his delegation were warmly welcomed by President Isaias Afwerki. During a meeting at State House, President Isaias emphasized Eritrea’s consistent stance regarding the current situation in Sudan. He stated that the issue in Sudan could only be resolved by the […]

 Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) has provided material support to the vocational training workshops at the Moyamba Government Technical Institute, located in Moyamba, one of Sierra Leone’s largest cities. As the region’s sole vocational training center, the institute serves 1,200 students and has now upgraded its Solar Panel Assembly and Repair, Electrical-Electronics, Computer Training and Cooling Systems Repair workshops with TİKA’s support. Previously hindered by outdated and insufficient equipment, […]

 He was speaking at an Assembly meeting convened following the use of veto by Russia at the Security Council earlier this month. The negative vote by the permanent Council member prevented the adoption of a draft resolution that would have strengthened measures to protect civilians and increase humanitarian access across Sudan. The country has been in freefall since the brutal power struggle erupted last April between rival militaries – the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) […]

 The World Bank's Board of Directors today approved the US$250 million Morocco Municipal Solid Waste Management Support Program to help strengthen the financial and environmental performance of Morocco's municipal solid waste system by supporting key priority reforms and investments.  Moroccan cities are home to more than 60 percent of the population and are key engines of growth for the country. The Kingdom's New Development Model puts a strong focus on […]