Today marks 10 years of a pioneering effort to promote sexual health and rights in Africa and South Asia. Because of AmplifyChange (www.AmplifyChange.org) -funded support for local activists in key African countries, millions now have better access to comprehensive sexual and reproductive healthcare and information and can make decisions about their bodies and their relationships. Over the past decade, AmplifyChange has invested significantly in grassroots organisations dedicated to eliminating gender-based […]

 At a Festschrift Conference held in honor of the distinguished Professor Ghulam Mufti, OBE, at the Fetal Medicine Research Institute in London, Professor Benedict O. Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), delivered a moving tribute titled “From One Life to a Journey of Many Lives.” Highlighting Professor Mufti’s profound contributions to medical sciences and his dedication to advancing healthcare globally, Prof. […]

 The South African Government joins the international community in commemorating the 47th United Nations International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, as well as renewing South Africa’s shared commitment to a just and lasting solution to the question of Palestine. This year, the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald O. Lamola will participate in the event and will witness the unveiling of a memorial dedicated to the […]

 Her Excellency Mrs Damtien TCHINTCHIBIDJA, Vice-President of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, and His Excellency Mr Mamadou Oury BAH, Prime Minister, Head of Government of the Republic of Guinea, officially launched the national coordination centre for the early warning and response mechanism for security risks in the Republic of Guinea in Conakry on Wednesday 20 November 2024. This important event brought together representatives of the Guinean […]

 The regional meeting on the evaluation and monitoring of the implementation of the Interconnected Transit Goods Management System (SIGMAT) concluded on Thursday, 21 November 2024, in Praia, Cabo Verde, with a series of key rec-ommendations. These measures, once effectively implemented, will significant-ly contribute to the success of this crucial tool designed to facilitate the ex-change of customs data among West African customs administrations. To enhance technical understanding and promote the […]

 Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister, Dr. Moustafa Madbouly, and Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE), Mr. Hassan Abdallah. The meeting reviewed the key macroeconomic indicators. The President was briefed on the positive indicators related to the banking sector, monetary policy, and the exchange rate, as well as the Central Bank's policies to combat inflation. The discussion also focused on the government's efforts to increase […]

 The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) convened a high-level consultative meeting in Accra to deliberate on the update of its Regional Infrastructure Master Plan (RIMP). Organized by the Project Preparation and Development Unit (PPDU), the meeting brought to-gether experts from Member States, representatives of the ECOWAS Commission, the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID), the West African Power Pool (WAPP), and other key regional institutions. The discussions […]

 For small businesses, every second saved and money spent can be the difference between surviving and thriving. GoDaddy (www.GoDaddy.com) recently found that 92% of small business owners surveyed globally view implementing AI in their businesses would yield in a positive impact to their bottom line.   However, they have challenges when it comes to getting started. The top reasons reported globally for not implementing AI are a lack of awareness of […]

 The Lagos State, through the Office of Special Adviser on Climate Change and Circular Economy (OCCE) (https://OCCELagos.org/) has taken a significant step toward advancing sustainable development by signing an Expression of Interest (EoI) to partner with the EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce (EUACC) (https://EU-Africa-Chamber.org/) during COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. This strategic partnership aims to unlock climate financing, foster technology transfer, and promote green economic growth in Lagos State, aligning with the vision of […]