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As a mature producer, Cameroon is at a critical crossroads in its oil and gas development, requiring new exploration to offset diminishing reserves, while finding alternative pathways to monetize small and stranded gas reserves. As a result, the country has attracted a slew of independent explorers who are launching new exploration activities and developing marginal assets, as well as brought online one of the most innovative floating LNG facilities globally. […]

On February 27, Ambassador Yin Chengwu attended the donation ceremony for the China-Liberia Paired Hospital Cooperation Mechanism's cardiology project and the 16th China-Aid Medical Team to the John F. Kennedy (JFK) Medical Center. Mr. Wang Jiaxin, Counselor of the Embassy, Dr. Robert Dannis, Officer-in-Charge of JFK Medical Center, Dr. Dama Yekeson-Koffa, Deputy CEO for Administration, Dr. Guo Jian, captain of the 16th China-Aid Medical Team and representatives from the Liberian Ministry of Health and JFK Medical […]

Health is a fundamental and universal right, and in Angola, as elsewhere, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) represent a growing challenge. The Angolan Ministry of Health, with the support of the World Health Organization, held a workshop to technically validate the Multisectoral NCD Plan. The event brought together a range of actors, from health professionals, academics and ministerial, civil society and private sector representatives, reflecting the importance of mutual collaboration. Strategies for […]

The World Health Organization (WHO), the Government of Ireland and Switzerland have signed an agreement to undertake the Mid Term Review of the Health Sector Strategic Plan-V (HSSP V) to strengthen health systems in Tanzania. Under the agreement the Governments of Ireland and Switzerland will jointly provide US $ 100,000 for this purpose. Additionally, WHO will provide both technical and additional financial support to the Government of Tanzania in undertaking […]

His Excellency, President Joseph Nyuma Boakai on Monday received a congratulatory phone call from the Vice President of the United States of America, Madam Kamala Harris. During their conversation, Vice President Harris praised President Boakai for the peaceful democratic transfer of power from one administration to another. She especially applauded the people of Liberia for their conduct during the electoral process which contributed to strengthening Liberia's democratic credentials. Vice President […]

On February 28, 2024, Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress Zhao Leji met with President of Sierra Leone Julius Maada Bio in Beijing. Zhao Leji said that under the guidance of President Xi Jinping and President Julius Maada Bio, bilateral relations had been running at a high level and cooperation had yielded fruitful results. China is willing to work with Sierra Leone to implement the important […]

On the morning of February 28, 2024, Premier Li Qiang of the State Council met with President of Sierra Leone Julius Maada Bio, who is paying a state visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People. Li Qiang said that since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries more than 50 years ago, China and Sierra Leone have always respected each other, treated each other as […]

First Lady Kartumu Yarta Boakai continues her strategic engagements with key stakeholders aimed at fostering partnerships for addressing critical issues affecting marginalized groups, including women, girls, and children across the country. One of such engagements was held over the weekend when Mrs. Boakai met with the UN Women Liberia Country Office headed by Madam Comfort Lamptey at the Executive Mansion office in Monrovia. Mrs. Boakai welcomed the UN Women’s efforts […]

The Speaker, Anita Among, has asked the leadership of Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) to attend to the concerns of casual laborers who recently demonstrated demanding pending payment for work done over the last six months. The Speaker alluded to Article 40(1)(b) of the Constitution that provides for equal payment for equal work without discrimination. “People cannot work without being paid; how are their families being looked after? We want […]