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The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr. Sylvestre Radegonde, will undertake an official bilateral visit to the Republic of Cuba from 30th January to 1st February 2024. During his visit, Minister Radegonde will be meeting with high government officials to discuss matters of mutual interest. To note, Seychelles and Cuba established diplomatic relations on 12 April 1978.Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism - Foreign […]

Apart from going into a branch, calling a bank feels more human for digital-shy consumers. For many, it is the first port of call for making account changes or moving large sums of money. But how safe is voice banking really, and what are the chances of someone using generative AI to fake a consumer’s voice and steal their available funds? As incidents of banking fraud grow exponentially and become […]

The global economy is expanding, providing an opportunity for Black-owned businesses to succeed. Various mechanisms have been adopted to facilitate access to the necessary capital required by these businesses to align with the dynamic growth of various economic sectors. Global Black Impact Summit The Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) 2024 – scheduled for February 27 in Dubai – plays a pivotal role in assisting Black-owned businesses to secure capital. Organized […]

The three-day visit enabled the Operation Commander to hold talks with key players in the Somali Federal Government linked to the EUNAVFOR ATALANTA, the European family and the partners of the international community; The aim of the visit was to explain the main tasks and latest updates of the Operation. From 22 to 24 January 2024, the Operation Commander (OPCDR) of the European Union Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) Operation ATALANTA, Vice Admiral […]

The attention of the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS Commission) has been drawn to a statement broadcast on the National Televisions of Mali and Niger announcing the decision of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger to withdraw from ECOWAS. The ECOWAS Commission is yet to receive any direct formal notification from the three Member States about their intention to withdraw from the Community. The ECOWAS Commission, […]

On invitation by the Italian Government President Isaias Afwerki in the early morning hours today, 28 January departed to the Republic of Italy to participate in the Africa-Italy Summit. President Isaias and his delegation arrived in Rome in Mid-day today. The two-day Africa-Italy Summit which will be conducted under the theme “A Bridge For Common Growth” will focus on fostering equal partnership across various sectors including economy and infrastructure, food […]

Wrapping up his three-day solidarity visit to Somalia, UN Under Secretary-General Atul Khare highlighted the significant role played by the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS), noting that the future role of the UN logistical support body in Somalia will be determined as part of the post-2024 discussions on security arrangements in Somalia and a decision by the Security Council.   Khare underscored UNSOS's support for the African Union […]

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan has been invited by the Prime Minister of Mauritius, H.E Pravin Jugnauth as the Chief Guest at the commemoration of the 189th Anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery in Mauritius. The official ceremony will be held on 1 February 2024, which will be a National holiday in Mauritius, serving as a reminder that the fight against slave trade and slavery […]