insert_link APO International Mauritius: Health and social workers empowered on Integrated Care for Older People (ICOPE) Mauritius achieved another milestone in its quest to improving health and wellness of older people and promoting healthy ageing through training of a core team of trainers from multi-disciplinary background on integrated care for older people (ICOPE). Over the past few decades, Mauritius has been experiencing a rapid ageing of its population. The percentage of people aged 60 years and above was 9% in the year 2000, 18.7% in the […] todayNovember 25, 2023 1
insert_link APO International President of Mauritania visits FIFA Forward-funded projects President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani sees FIFA Forward (https://apo-opa.co/49VJNUX) projects in capital Nouakchott; USD 11.1 million in Forward funding used to improve football infrastructure; Mauritanian football on upward trajectory under Mauritanian Football Association (FFRIM) guidance. The President of Mauritania, Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, has visited the Mauritanian Football Association (FFRIM) headquarters to view the numerous FIFA Forward (https://apo-opa.co/49VJNUX)-funded projects on site. President Ghazouani visited the FFRIM facility in the capital, Nouakchott, where […] todayNovember 25, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Eritrea: New dirt road in Adi-Quala sub-zone The construction of a new dirt road connecting Adegolbo, Adi-Quala sub-zone, with Mai-Mine sub-zone has been finalized. Already, Harat Transportation Company has commenced providing public transportation services along the 55-kilometer road that was completed with the support of machinery at a cost in excess of 6.7 million Nakfa. The inaugural ceremony organized on 23 November was attended by Brig. Tekle Kiflai, Commander of the Central Command, Mr. Habteab tesfatsion, Governor […] todayNovember 25, 2023
insert_link APO International Somalia Joins East African Community (EAC) Somalia has formally been admitted to the East African Community (EAC). It joins Kenya, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania in the bloc. This follows the Friday decision by the 23rd Ordinary Summit of the EAC Heads of State in Arusha. The meeting that succeeded the EAC High-Level Forum on Climate Change and Food Security also saw President Salva Kiir elevated to the […] todayNovember 25, 2023
insert_link APO International Uganda: Government working to revive Soroti Fruit Factory The Prime Minister, Robinah Nabanjja, has said Government through Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) is developing regulations for partnership with former Ethiopia First Lady, Azeb Mesfin Haile, to manage the Soroti Fruit Factory. She said this in response to Speaker Anita Among's query on whether the factory had been given out to a private investor, following pervious concerns by Soroti West Division MP Hon. Jonathan Ebwalu, on the matter. The Speaker […] todayNovember 25, 2023
insert_link APO International Seychelles: President Ramkalawan to attend 28th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) in UAE The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan will attend the upcoming 28th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28 UAE) to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC ) to be held at Expo City, Dubai in November-December 2023, at the invitation of the President of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness, Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Whilst in Dubai, the President will also […] todayNovember 24, 2023 1
insert_link APO International Combating gender-based violence tops Africa’s agenda for women’s rights, new Afrobarometer Pan-Africa Profile shows Gender-based violence (GBV) ranks as the most important women’s-rights issue that Africans want their government and society to address, according to Afrobarometer’s (https://www.Afrobarometer.org/) latest Pan-Africa Profile (https://apo-opa.co/3GfPJdE). Download Document: https://apo-opa.co/3urm52h On average across 39 countries, almost four in 10 respondents say GBV is common in their community, though perceptions vary widely by country and demographic group. The survey findings reveal a mixed picture regarding GBV. While most Africans say that men […] todayNovember 24, 2023 2
insert_link APO International African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) conducts Capacity-Building Workshop in Kampala for Officials from Somalia Ministry of Information The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia’s Public Information Unit has concluded a capacity building workshop and field visit in Kampala, Uganda, with officials from Somalia’s Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism. Twelve officials from the Ministry benefitted from the workshop, which included field visits and interactions with Uganda Broadcasting Corporation and the Nation Media Group. A Communications Expert at ATMIS, Gifty Bingley, underscored the importance of such capacity-building initiatives […] todayNovember 24, 2023 9
insert_link APO International Tata International expands operations in Nigeria at Lagos Free Zone Tata International is set to expand operations in Nigeria through a strategic partnership with the Lagos Free Zone (LFZ) (https://LagosFreeZone.com). The agreement was signed in the presence of Anand Sen, Managing Director of Tata International Limited, by Managing Director of Tata Africa Holdings Pty Ltd, Len Brand. This marks a significant milestone in the company's commitment to the region. With a rich legacy spanning over four decades, Tata International is […] todayNovember 24, 2023 2