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 The Ministry of Health in the Central Region has reported that measles and rubella vaccination coverage in the region has exceeded 95%. This update was shared during an activity assessment meeting held on 18 and 19 February in Asmara. According to the report presented by Mr. Tesfay Tesfatsion, head of the office branch, significant progress has been made in the distribution of Vitamin A, as well as in the follow-up […]

 The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has for the first time in three months, delivered life-saving nutrition supplies for malnourished children in the remote region of Farafangana, southeastern Madagascar. The consignment of Plumpy'Sup - a lifesaving supplement for children suffering from malnutrition, was delivered via an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) marking a milestone in the use of UAS technology to reach remote and isolated communities. “In regions like southern […]

 Minister for Finance Dr Cassiel Ato Forson will present his first budget to parliament on Tuesday, March 11, 2024. The budget will provide a full breakdown of the economy and the government’s policy proposals to reset and facilitate Ghana’s economic transformation agenda in line with Mahama’s vision. The Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, disclosed this at a media briefing after the government’s first Cabinet meeting. According to him, […]

 The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), in collaboration with the League of Arab States, UNESCO, the International Organisation of La Francophonie, the Embassy of Bangladesh, the Embassy of Armenia, and other diplomatic missions in Ethiopia, marked the Silver Jubilee of International Mother Language Day with a celebration dedicated to linguistic diversity, cultural heritage, and multilingual education. The event, held at the United Nations Conference Centre at ECA, underscored the […]

 APO Group (http://www.APO-opa.com), the leading, multi-award-winning pan-African communication and media relations consultancy, is proud to announce that it has been named the winner in three award categories by Brands Review Magazine, a renowned UK-based media publication dedicated to covering key industry sectors worldwide. APO Group was named Best PR Agency Africa 2025, Leading Communication Consultancy Africa 2025, and Leading Press Release Distribution Platform Africa 2025. These accolades mark another milestone for […]

 Johan Eliasch, president of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS) since 2021, was elected as an IOC Member in 2024, with his candidature linked to his function within an International Federation (IF). The Swedish-British businessman, philanthropist and long-time environmentalist, who turned 63 on 15 February, wrote in his manifesto: “I may not be a veteran of the IOC, but I am no novice. My experience has equipped me with the […]

  Merck Foundation marks World Cancer Day with African First Ladies by providing 194 scholarships of Oncology Training to African doctors from 32 countries.  Merck Foundation together with Africa First Ladies and Ministries of Health has been building cancer care capacity and increasing the limited number of Oncologists in their countries by providing close to 200 Scholarships of One-, two- and three-years fellowship, diploma and Master Degree of oncology to […]

  Since 2023, the Burkina Faso Hydromet Project has supported the installation of 9,700 farmer rain gauges to help rural communities better manage their crop years. With a total $33 million budget, the five-year project aims to improve and make more accessible the hydrometeorological, climate, and early warning services to the targeted communities across the country. A total of 9,700 beneficiaries were trained and provided with rain gauges by the […]

 Deputy President Shipokosa Paulus Mashatile has today, Thursday, 20 February 2025, received a courtesy visit by the Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), Mr. REN Hongbin, at the OR Tambo Official Residence in Pretoria, Gauteng Province.  The CCPIT is a key Chinese economic promotion institution that reports directly to the State Council responsible for the facilitation and promotion of trade and investment with foreign […]