Staff Writer

 His Excellency, President Julius Maada Bio has emphasized that food security is not just about agricultural production but is intrinsically linked to economic growth, health, climate resilience, and national stability. Delivering the keynote address at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria, President Bio addressed hundreds of representatives from across Africa gathered to discuss food security and agricultural development. He highlighted the complexity of food security, […]

 Economic diversification away from oil, investing in its people and strengthening institutions are crucial for stemming economic decline in Equatorial Guinea, says the World Bank in its latest Country Economic Memorandum report on the country. The decline in the country’s oil revenues, combined with past shortfalls in diversifying the economy, has resulted in a prolonged recession, reversed economic gains, and jeopardized social progress. Equatorial Guinea’s abundant oil resources propelled the […]

 President Wavel Ramkalawan visited the Independent School, engaging with A-Level students in a motivational session aimed at inspiring them as they prepare for their academic and personal journeys. The visit followed a request from the school for a meet-and-greet session with students completing their A Levels and gearing up for further studies. In his address, President Ramkalawan shared personal insights, underscoring the values of perseverance, integrity, and hard work. He […]

 Under the theme "Peace and Harmony," President Wavel Ramkalawan presided over the official inauguration of the Vista Heights Estate in the Glacis district yesterday afternoon. The project, a joint initiative with the Qatar Fund in collaboration with the Government of Seychelles, commenced in September 2023 and was completed in December 2024, with a total investment of SCR 11.8 million. The new residential development comprises 12 two-bedroom apartments, providing homes for 12 families from the district. A […]

 The African Energy Chamber (AEC) will host the Invest in African Energies: Ghana forum from 15:00-21:00 on March 31 at the Kempinsky Hotel in Accra. Representing part of a series of networking events organized ahead of the African Energy Week (AEW) (www.AECWeek.com): Invest in African Energies 2025 conference, the Ghana forum will showcase emerging oil, gas and infrastructure opportunities across the country. Ghana is quickly becoming one of West Africa’s […]

 The Central Region Assembly held its 23rd regular meeting today under the theme “Self-Reliance Stance: The Secret of Our Victory.” Mr. Abraham Semere, Chairman of the Regional Assembly, highlighted the significance of the recent commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Asmara and its environs massacre by the Ethiopian regimes. Conducted under the theme “We Do Not Forget,” the event played a vital role in passing on the historical incident to […]

 Elections for area administrators, managing directors, and village coordinators are currently being conducted in all administrative areas of the Central Region, starting from 25 February. Mr. Habte Gebremariam, from the Central Region Administration, stated that awareness-raising activities were carried out two months prior to the start of the elections. He also indicated that the election process will continue until 23 March. Mr. Habte urged the public to avoid sub-nationalist sentiments […]

 Various programs in connection with International Women’s Day, celebrated on 8 March, have been organized in the Akordet sub-zone. Ms. Hasina Omar, Secretary of the National Union of Eritrean Women in the sub-zone, stated that the programs include general knowledge competitions, public campaigns, and promotional activities. Ms. Hasina also noted that on 26 February, a seminar was held focusing on the role of Eritrean women in the struggle for independence, […]

 The 4th ECOWAS Sub-Committee of Chiefs of Naval Staff Meeting concluded on Thursday 27 February, bringing to a close three days of deliberations on maritime security issues in the West African region. The meeting organised by the ECOWAS Regional Security Division (Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security – ECOWAS) took place from 25 to 27 February 2025 and brought together the Chiefs of Naval Staff of ECOWAS Member States, […]