Staff Writer

  The Central Region Assembly conducted its 24th regular meeting on 18 February under the theme “Our Disposition for Resilience and Development.” Mr. Abraham Semere, Chairman of the Assembly, noting that development programs in all sectors should be aligned with the set objectives and stages of implementation, called on members of the Assembly to actively participate in the effort. At the event, committees on economic development, social services, culture and […]

  The U.S. has intensified pressure on the International Energy Agency (IEA) – signaling that it could withdraw from the institution unless it refocuses on its founding mandate of safeguarding global energy security. U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright said Washington is not satisfied with the Paris-based agency’s current direction, arguing that its modelling and outlooks have become overly shaped by climate ideology at the expense of practical energy realities. […]

  As Seychelles and Japan prepare to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations in June 2026, President Dr. Patrick Herminie has called for a renewed and elevated phase of cooperation between the two nations, including the possibility of formalising new agreements at the highest level. The President made the remarks during a courtesy call by H.E. Mr. Sakuta Makoto, Resident Ambassador of Japan to Seychelles, at State House Thursday, […]

  Technology in African mining is moving at a rate of knots. From automation and robotics to artificial intelligence and digital twins, technology is rapidly advancing exploration, productivity, health and safety, ESG best practice and increased mine life. Mining Review Africa, in partnership with BME (a member of the Omnia Group) and the Council for Geoscience, will host a webinar examining how technology is shaping intelligent mines across the continent. […]

  The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Ms. Jutta Alexis as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Investment Board (SIB). Ms. Alexis holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Edith Cowan University in Australia, as well as a Diploma in Secondary Education Teaching from the National Institute of Education. Her professional background is complemented by strong expertise in leadership, governance, policy coordination, and public […]

  The Bishop of Kasese Diocese, Rt. Rev. Francis Aquirinus Kibira has urged Christians to meditate deeply on their inner attitude during the Lenten season, so as to learn oneself and process the convictions of the heart, spirit and soul. Presiding over the Ash Wednesday Mass at Parliament on 18 February 2026, the Bishop noted that the soul requires training to achieve a good inner attitude, which is the foundation […]

  As Africa seeks to capitalize on surging global demand for critical minerals to drive GDP growth and industrialization, regional collaboration is emerging as a strategic imperative to unlock the continent’s full resource potential. Holding approximately 30% of the world’s critical mineral reserves – including the largest global shares of platinum group metals (PGMs), manganese and chrome – Africa is positioned to play a leading role in global supply chains. […]

  Nine exploration and production blocks are now avaialble in Cameroon’s latest licensing round. Spanning two proven basins, the tender – managed by the National Hydrocarbons Corporation (SNH) – is accepting proposals through March 30, 2026, ahead of a final decision in late April. Launched on August 1, 2025, the round includes three blocks in the Rio del Rey (RDR) basin – Ndian River, Bolongo Exploration and Bakassi – and […]

  The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org/) successfully delivered a five-day intensive capacity-building workshop titled “Revised Capital Adequacy Standard for Islamic Banks” for the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI), held from 8 to 12 February 2026 in Baghdad. The program was conducted in collaboration with the Islamic Financial Services Board (IFSB), reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening regulatory practices and enhancing the resilience of the Iraqi banking sector. The […]