insert_link APO International Women in Law & Development in Africa’s (WiLDAF) bold mission to drive action against gender-based violence in Tanzania During the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, Generation Equality is celebrating commitment makers that are driving action to end gender-based violence. WiLDAF Tanzania, stands at the forefront of an inspiring journey to eradicate gender-based violence and empower women and girls nationwide. Through strong advocacy and hands-on community initiatives, WiLDAF is reshaping Tanzania’s social and political landscape. By engaging the government, communities, and individuals, they are driving tangible change […] todayNovember 24, 2024 6
insert_link APO International Ambassador Yin Chengwu Attends the Meeting between the Chair of the United Nations (UN) Peacebuilding Commission’s Configuration on Liberia and Diplomatic Corps in Liberia On November 22, Yin Chengwu, Chinese Ambassador to Liberia,was invited to attend the meeting between H.E. Ms. Nicola Clase, the Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission’s (PBC) Configuration on Liberia and the Permanent Representative of Sweden to the UN, and Diplomatic Corps in Liberia. The meeting was also attended by ambassadors of relevant countries to Liberia, representatives of international organizations such as the UN agencies in Liberia, and other international organizations. […] todayNovember 24, 2024 9
insert_link APO International Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets the Prime Minister and Ministers Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi held a meeting with Prime Minister, Dr. Mostafa Madbouly; Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy, Eng. Mahmoud Esmat; and Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Eng. Karim Badawi. The Spokesman for the Presidency stated that during the meeting, the President was briefed on the government's action plan to ensure the adequate supply of petroleum products to meet the needs of the electricity sector, as well […] todayNovember 24, 2024 7
insert_link APO International Sierra Leone: President Julius Maada Bio Launches 29th Inter-Governmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) Ministerial Committee Meeting in Freetown, Calls for Regional Unity and Action Sierra Leone’s President, His Excellency President Julius Maada Bio has officially opened the 29th Ministerial Committee Meeting of the Inter-Governmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) at the New Brookfields Hotel, Freetown. GIABA, a specialized ECOWAS institution, coordinates efforts to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing (ML/TF/PF) across West Africa. In his opening remarks, the Director General of GIABA, Mr. Edwin W. Harris Jr., expressed […] todayNovember 24, 2024 13
insert_link APO International Algeria: Mr Attaf receives phone call from Syrian counterpart The Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Community Abroad and African Affairs, Ahmed Attaf, received Saturday a phone call from the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Syrian Arab Republic, Bassam Al-Sabbagh. During this call, the two parties reviewed, in coordination and consultation, various issues related to the brotherly relations and cooperation between the two fraternal countries, as well as the latest developments in the […] todayNovember 24, 2024 4
insert_link APO International More Financing for Startups as FUNGUO pushes its commitments to over TZS 5 billion and partners for the first time with iMBEJU FUNGUO, in partnership with CRDB Bank’s iMBEJU initiative, proudly unveiled the third cohort of 18 promising startups and innovative SMEs, marking another milestone in supporting Tanzanian entrepreneurship. This cohort emerges from a highly competitive process following the third Call for Funding Applications, launched in September 2024, which resulted in more than 400 applications nationwide. The funding pool, valued at TZS 1.45 billion in the form of FUNGUO Catalytic Grants and TZS 355 […] todayNovember 24, 2024 11
insert_link APO International President Julius Maada Bio Launches Sierra Leone’s First-Ever Iron Rod Manufacturing Factory, A historic Industrial Milestone Sierra Leone’s President, His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio launched the nation’s first-ever iron rod manufacturing factory, owned by Odhav Multi Industries (SL) Limited, reaching a historic industrial milestone. The facility is projected to save the country between US$250 million and US$500 million annually in iron rod importation costs while reducing dependency on foreign exchange. In his keynote address, President Bio emphasized that the factory represents a significant leap […] todayNovember 24, 2024 4
insert_link APO International Seychelles: President Ramkalawan receives a Royal welcome in Kumasi, Ashanti Kingdom President Wavel Ramkalawan of Seychelles, accompanied by First Lady Linda Ramkalawan, received a warm and ceremonial welcome upon their arrival at Prempeh International Airport in Kumasi yesterday morning. The distinguished delegation was greeted by senior palace officials and members of the Ashanti Kingdom's leadership. Soon after landing, President Ramkalawan and the First Lady were granted an audience with His Majesty Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II, King of the Ashanti Kingdom. […] todayNovember 23, 2024 8
insert_link APO International Seychelles: President Ramkalawan Hosts Gathering with Descendants of King Prempeh I in Kumasi On the first day of his visit to Kumasi as the guest of honour for the 100th anniversary of King Prempeh I's return from exile in Seychelles, President Wavel Ramkalawan hosted a gathering with over 50 descendants of the exiled king. The event, held at the Lancaster Hotel in Kumasi and facilitated by Seychelles' Honorary Consul to Ghana, Mr. Kwame Acquah, brought together members of King Prempeh I’s lineage with […] todayNovember 23, 2024 11