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  The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Mr. Sabry Khan as Director General of the Seychelles Intelligence Service (SIS). The appointment follows recommendations made to the President by the National Security Council, and following consultation with the Defence and Security Committee of the National Assembly. The appointment is in accordance with the provisions of the Seychelles Intelligence Service Act of 2018. The general functions of […]

  Floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) is rapidly emerging as a cornerstone of Africa’s gas development strategy, as the continent prepares for a sharp rise in demand and seeks faster, more resilient pathways to market. According to the African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.Org) State of African Energy 2026 Outlook, Africa’s natural gas demand is projected to increase by 60% by 2050, underscoring the urgency of bringing new supply online efficiently and […]

  On 6 January 2026, the African Union Commission (AUC) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) held a high-level meeting in Addis Ababa between H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, Chairperson of the AUC, and H.E. Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of State. The meeting built on the first round of political consultations held in Abu Dhabi on 13 September 2025, within the framework of the 2019 Memorandum of […]

  Alexa News Network Limited (www.Alexa.ng), one of Nigeria’s fast-rising independent media organizations, has entered into a strategic media partnership with the Niger Delta Advancement Awards (NDAA) as part of its expanding commitment to impactful journalism, regional development advocacy, and credible amplification of excellence across the Niger Delta. The partnership positions Alexa News Network Limited as a key media ally for NDAA 8.0, strengthening the Awards’ visibility while further consolidating […]

  The Southern Red Sea Region branch of the National Union of Eritrean Women held a meeting with the public and Government workers in the port city of Assab on 3 January, aimed at enhancing organizational capacity and awareness among its members. At the meeting, Ms. Sa’adia Ibrahim, head of the union branch, reported that the union, beyond ensuring the rights of women, has conducted commendable activities in the eradication […]

  A conference aimed at eradicating harmful practices in general, and underage marriage and female genital mutilation in particular, was conducted in Mendefera, Southern Region, on 5 January. The objective of the conference was to enhance the role of religious leaders and influential members of society in the effort. Mr. Qaleab Tesfaselasie, Director General of Social Services in the region, noting that the prevalence of underage marriage and female genital […]

  His Holiness Abune Basilios, the 6th Patriarch of the Eritrean Orthodox Tewahdo Church, gave a benediction in connection with Christmas. His Holiness Abune Basilios provided a comprehensive explanation of the spiritual meaning of the holiday. He extended his warm Christmas greetings to the Eritrean people at home and abroad, as well as to members of the Defense Forces. Abune Basilios also called on the faithful to extend their support […]

  Kenya Engineer Magazine (www.KenyaEngineer.co.ke) has released the January–February 2026 issue, marking the first issue of Volume 54 and reaffirming the publication’s long-standing role as a trusted platform for engineering insight in Kenya, East Africa, and beyond. For more than five decades, Kenya Engineer has documented the evolution of engineering practice, industry, and policy across the region. The latest issue is published at a time when engineering is increasingly central […]