Staff Writer

  Following are UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ remarks to the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD), in Yokohama today:  I thank the Government and people of Japan for your hospitality and generosity — and all co-organizers for your commitment to Africa. For more than three decades, TICAD has embodied the spirit of multilateralism — grounded in mutual respect, shared responsibility and a deep belief in Africa’s potential.  With […]

  Members of the PFDJ from various sub-zones of Asmara voluntarily donated blood on 19 and 20 August to enrich the blood supply of the National Blood Transfusion Service. Participants were from the sub-zones of Sembel, Godaif, Gejeret, Tsetserat, and Arbaete Asmara. Mr. Tekle Habte, coordinator of organization and promotion at the National Voluntary Blood Donors Association, commended the voluntary blood donors in the Central Region for their regular contributions […]

  Coordinators of the students’ summer work program in Dekemhare sub-zone reported that over 115,000 tree seedlings have been planted through the initiative. According to information from the education branch in the sub-zone, the program was carried out by 945 students, coordinated by teachers and agricultural experts from seven centers, in collaboration with local residents. Ms. Rigbe Kifle, head of the education office in the sub-zone, attributed the success of […]

  Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said that the call discussed ways to strengthen the distinguished relations between Egypt and Greece, particularly in light of the May 2025 announcement to elevate them to strategic partnership. The call emphasized the importance of continuing to develop joint cooperation in various fields, with a focus […]

  In accordance with its mandate to monitor the impact, quality and effectiveness of programmes, as well as to ensure compliance with governance and transparency standards, the Office of the Auditor General of the ECOWAS Commission conducted an audit mission at the ECOWAS Gender Development (EgDC). This mission, which took place from the 4th to 15th of August 2025 in Dakar, Republic of Senegal, focused on the management of EGDC operations, particularly […]

  On August 20, commencing at 4:20 p.m. for approximately 25 minutes, Mr. IWAYA Takeshi, Minister for Foreign Affairs, held a meeting with H.E. Ambassador Yusuf Maitama TUGGAR, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Federal Republic of Nigeria, who is visiting Japan to participate in the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9). The overview of the meeting is as follows: At the outset, Minister IWAYA expressed his desire to […]

  “With the world’s youngest population, abundant natural resources, and a vibrant entrepreneurial spirit, Africa is poised for progress,” he told the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in Yokohama. He said the meeting’s theme – Co-Create Innovative Solutions with Africa – was a reminder that these same strengths can help shape a more peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable world in Africa and beyond. Progress and reform In this regard, he emphasised the […]

  On August 20, commencing at 5:58 p.m. for approximately 20 minutes, Mr. IWAYA Takeshi, Minister for Foreign Affairs, held a meeting with Hon. Ms. Nancy Tembo, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Malawi, who is visiting Japan to participate in the in the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9). The overview of the meeting is as follows: At the outset, Minister IWAYA referred that […]

  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in partnership with the British Embassy near Monrovia, successfully conducted a one-day capacity-building training for Ministry staff on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in preparation for Liberia’s upcoming membership on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Non- Permanent in 2026. This strategic initiative underscores Liberia’s commitment to enhancing its diplomatic capabilities and contributing effectively to global peace and security discussions. The training, held at the […]