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  President John Dramani Mahama has assured that the Big Push project, aimed at transforming Ghana’s economy through extensive road and infrastructure development, is rooted in fairness and equity to ensure both the northern and southern regions of Ghana develop together. The President, speaking at a groundbreaking ceremony for the reconstruction of the Wenchi-Sawla-Wa highway, said the first set of roads selected are the most important at risk across all […]

  Group: New record half-year performance with profit before tax of AED 12.2 billion (US$ 3.3 billion), up 17% from the same period last year. Revenue up 4% to AED 75.4 billion (US$ 20.6 billion). Emirates: New record half-year profit before tax of AED 11.4 billion (US$ 3.1 billion), up 17%, and revenue of AED 65.6 billion (US$ 17.9 billion), up 6%, against the same period last year. Performance reflects […]

  H.E. Dr. Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development, and International Cooperation, participated in a session organized by Egypt’s Ministry of Social Solidarity as part of the Second World Summit for Social Development, held under the title: “From Copenhagen to Doha and Beyond: Building Social Resilience for Inclusive Social Development and a Dignified Life for All.” The session was attended by H.E. Dr. Maya Morsy, Minister of Social Solidarity; […]

  Open Day on Women, Peace and Security BACKGROUND: Somalia has shown steadfast commitment to the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda through the adoption of national and local action plans aligned with UNSCR 1325 and is now developing its second National Action Plan. Long before the Resolution’s adoption, Somali women were already advancing its principles, most notably through the historic “sixth clan” movement that secured their place in peacebuilding […]

  The Arab Coordination Group (ACG) (https://TheACG.org/) institutions gathered in Baku for a High-Level Roundtable with the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan, hosted by H.E. Mr. Mikayil Jabbarov, Minister of Economy, to explore new avenues for cooperation and advance joint development initiatives. The Roundtable brought together the leadership of the ACG member institutions: H.E. Dr. Muhammad Sulaiman Al Jasser, Chairman of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group H.E. Mr. […]

  President John Dramani Mahama has commended The Church of Pentecost for assisting the Ghana Prisons Service with three modern facilities at Ejura, Nsawam, and Damongo. The President was speaking when he commissioned a 300-capacity correctional centre built by the Church at Damango, the Savana regional capital, on Wednesday. He said the event marks not only the opening of a correctional facility, but also the unveiling of a very powerful […]

  Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com), the philanthropic arm of Merck KGaA, Germany, in partnership with African and Asian First Ladies, released a new children’s storybook and its animation film adaptation titled “Ray of Hope” to raise awareness about cancer, with a special focus on early detection, prevention and access to quality cancer care specially in childhood cancer. The storybook and animation film were launched by Merck Foundation Chairman and CEO, together […]

  The 20th Annual Islamic Banking and Finance Conference, organized by the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI) and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), was successfully concluded on 3 November 2025 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The event commenced with keynote addresses by H.E. Sheikh Ebrahim bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman, AAOIFI Board of Trustees, and H.E. Dr. Sami Al-Suwailem, Acting Director […]

  First National Bank (FNB) has announced its partnership with WomenIN Festival 2025 (www.WeAreWomenIn.com), as a lead empowerment partner for the iconic event that brings together women from all walks of life for a phenomenal anticipated two days of celebrating women with purpose. Taking place on 13–14 November at Cape Town’s Newlands Cricket Ground, the Festival brings together entrepreneurs, professionals, creatives, and community builders under the banner: “Limitless: No Labels, No […]