Staff Writer

  The Independent High-Level Expert Group on Climate Finance (IHLEG) has included the country platform for the "NWFE" program and the "Sharm El-Sheikh Guidebook for Just Financing" in its recently issued report during the COP30 Climate Conference in Brazil. The report sets a roadmap to increase climate investments in developing countries to reach $1.3 trillion annually by 2035. The IHLEG issued a comprehensive report on the external financing required by […]

  The Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC) (https://ICIEC.IsDB.org), a Shariah-based multilateral insurer and member of the Islamic Development Bank Group, and African Export‑Import Bank (Afreximbank) are pleased to announce the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen their cooperation in promoting trade and investment flows across Arab and African countries. The MoU was signed in Cairo, Egypt, on 27 October 2025 by […]

  Dr. Patrick Herminie, President of Republic of Seychelles, delivered his maiden address before the National Assembly on Friday evening, presenting a focused agenda aimed at strengthening governance, supporting social development, and ensuring more inclusive economic growth. The event was attended by the First Lady Mrs. Veronique Herminie, Vice-President Sebastien Pillay, Cabinet of Ministers, the judiciary, members of the Diplomatic corps, and other high-level officials. In his remarks, President Herminie […]

  International Diabetes Day was commemorated at national level in the city of Mendefera on 14 November, under the theme “Diabetes and Well-being at Work.” Speaking at the event that featured public and student participation as well as awareness-raising and artistic programs, Dr. Goitom Mebrahtu, Chairman of the National Association of Diabetes Patients, said that adopting a balanced diet and engaging in regular physical activity are crucial in preventing non-communicable […]

  President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his deep sadness at the passing of educator, diplomat and business leader Dr Franklin Sonn who contributed significantly to different sectors of society and the economy. Dr Sonn, an Esteemed Member of the National Order of the Baobab and recipient of numerous international honours, has passed away at the age of 86. President Ramaphosa offers his condolences to Mrs Joan Sonn and children Crispin […]

  His Majesty King Mohammed VI has sent a message of congratulations to the President of the State of Palestine, Mahmoud Abbas, on his country’s national day. In this message, the Sovereign expresses to President Mahmoud Abbas His warmest congratulations and His best wishes of health and well-being, wishing for the brotherly Palestinian people to achieve their aspirations of peace, security and prosperity. On this occasion, His Majesty the King […]

  The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, is pleased to announce the commemoration of the fifth Awareness Week on Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development (PCRD), scheduled for 17-23 November 2025. Launched in 2021, the PCRD Awareness Week has become a continental advocacy platform for mobilizing political will, partnerships, and resources to advance the implementation of the revised African Union Policy on Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development. It […]

  The Chairperson of the African Union Commission warmly welcomes the signature of the Doha Framework for a Comprehensive Peace Agreement between the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the AFC/M23. This landmark step represents a significant advance toward restoring stability, rebuilding trust, and addressing the root causes of conflict in eastern DRC. The Chairperson commends the parties for demonstrating courage, political will, and commitment to dialogue. […]

  Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, and Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Eng. Karim Badawi. Spokesman for the Presidency Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, stated that the meeting discussed the strategic plan and the main axes of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources' work during the current phase. The meeting focused on the Ministry’s work related to production and exploration activities, and efforts […]