The U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is pleased to announce significant progress in helping Mozambicans affected by cyclones and floods.  USAID’s Deputy Administrator Isobel Coleman visited today the city of Dondo, Sofala Province, a community that Cyclone Idai ravaged almost five years ago, to emphasize the U.S. Government’s determination to help Mozambicans confront disasters and emerge stronger, healthier, and safer.  Immediately after Idai in […]

CS Nakhumicha S. Wafula, accompanied by  her counterpart from the Ministry of Gender, Culture, Arts and Heritage, Aisha Jumwa, Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime, Acting Health Director General Dr. Patrick Amoth, among others, conducted an inspection at Moi County Referral Hospital as part of ongoing Universal Health Coverage spot checks across the country.  During the visit, CS Nakhumicha was briefed on the hospital's mission to provide affordable and quality healthcare […]

Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) (www.RMB.co.za), a division of FirstRand Bank Limited, has achieved a significant milestone in Africa by partnering with the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), a member of the World Bank, to extend short-term funding support on a trade-backed facility for the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire. Through collaboration with  MIGA and the Minister of Economy and Finance for Côte d'Ivoire, RMB facilitated a short-term loan to support crucial […]

Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Senator Dr. Rasha Kelej and The First Ladies of Botswana, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Central African Republic, The Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Malawi, Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe, Zimbabwe, Democratic Republic of Congo conducted MFFLI committee in India on 2nd day of 10th Merck Foundation Africa Asia luminary 2013 (Merck-Foundation.com) in India; Africa’s First Ladies marked together the 6th Anniversary of Merck Foundation and 11 year journey of […]

Black excellence in global media is evident through the exceptional contributions of writers, producers, directors and actors who have enriched the industry through powerful narratives, diverse perspectives and groundbreaking performances. The creativity of Black professionals in the media and arts not only entertains, but also challenges societal norms, fostering inclusivity and inspiring future generations. The Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) (https://apo-opa.co/3HydONz) – an annual event uniting the global Black community […]

The Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) (https://apo-opa.co/3Ol09gw) is pleased to confirm Dr. Obari Cartman, President of the Chicago Association of Black Psychologists, as a speaker during this year’s event, which will be held on February 27 in Dubai. A writer, therapist, photographer, and grassroots mental health advocate, Dr. Cartman’s participation is poised to showcase his indelible contributions to mental health programs in the U.S. Having served as a professor of […]

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi spoke over the phone with King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein. The two leaders discussed the tense situation in the region, notably in the Gaza Strip. President El-Sisi renewed Egypt’s condemnation of the terrorist attack, which targeted a post located on Jordan’s border with Syria. The President emphasized Egypt’s position in full support of Jordan and […]

The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) and the Consortium of International Agricultural Research Centres (CGIAR) committed on Thursday to strengthen their collaboration to increase food production and provide better nutrition for Africa's growing population. With 65% of global uncultivated arable land, the African Development Bank believes that the continent can feed itself and the rest of the world. African Development Bank President Dr Akinwumi Adesina received Africa-based Directors General of […]

The medical technology company takes visitors on a voyage of discovery across the healthcare industry, shedding light on access to healthcare and patient pathways; Attendees witness the Middle East unveiling of their brand-new Dual Source Computed Tomography system SOMATOM Pro.Pulse. Siemens Healthineers, a global leader in medical technology, is participating at the highly anticipated Arab Health, taking place from 29 January to 1 February 2024 at the Dubai World Trade […]