insert_link APO International Egypt: President El-Sisi Speaks with President of France Macron [[{"value":"Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi spoke over the phone with President of France, Emmanuel Macron. Spokesman for the Presidency, Counselor Dr. Ahmad Fahmy, said the two Presidents discussed bilateral relations and ways to foster closer collaboration across various domains, to be commensurate with the historical and strategic nature that characterizes the two countries’ cooperation. The call also focused on developments in the Gaza Strip. President El-Sisi and President Macron reviewed […] todayApril 22, 2024 11
insert_link APO International Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) advises on R3 billion sale of BevCo to Varun Beverages in a landmark Indo-Africa deal [[{"value":"India-listed Varun Beverages Limited (“VBL”), the largest PepsiCo bottler outside of the USA and China, entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in The Beverage Company Proprietary Limited (“BevCo”). RMB (www.RMB.co.za) acted as sole financial advisor to BevCo and selling shareholders, including a Private Equity Fund managed by The Rohatyn Group (post the completed merger of Ethos Private Equity with The Rohatyn Group in April 2023) and […] todayApril 22, 2024 11
insert_link APO International Kenya: A Courtesy Call by Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteer on Ambassador OKANIWA Ken On 22 April 2024, H.E. Ambassador OKANIWA received a courtesy call by a Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteer who has completed her mission in Kenya. She worked in the field of community development and contributed to enhancing the livelihood of small-farmers in Kericho County.Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Embassy of Japan in Kenya. todayApril 22, 2024 5
insert_link APO International The Indonesian Embassy in Tripoli’s Outreach to Libyan Nationals Who Are Alumni of Various Universities in Indonesia [[{"value":"On April 20, 2024, KUAI and PF. Pensosbud of the Indonesian Embassy in Tripoli held a friendly meeting with 11 Libyan nationals who are alumni of several universities in Indonesia, including UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya, Bandung Institute of Technology, Universitas Brawijaya Malang, Universitas Diponegoro Semarang, and Universitas Gajah Mada. During the meeting, KUAI conveyed that the purpose of the gathering and the Halal Bi Halal […] todayApril 22, 2024 1
insert_link APO International Congolese refugee turns plastic waste into a profitable business [[{"value":"Raphael Basemi has come a long way since arriving in Kenya’s Kakuma camp in 2009 with just a bag of clothes and his education certificates. The Congolese refugee now runs the largest community-led recycling enterprise in the camp, providing hundreds of jobs for other refugees and local community members. "When I look at this plastic, I see a precious material, an employment opportunity for my community, a source of wealth, […] todayApril 22, 2024 9
insert_link APO International Head of Mission Pays Courtesy Calls on the Liberian Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces [[{"value":"On Wednesday, 17th April, 2023, His Excellency Kingsford Amoako paid a courtesy call on Brig. Gen. Geraldine George (Rtd), acting Minister of National Defense and Brid. Gen. Davidson F. Forleh, Chief of Defence Staff of the Republic of Liberia. The purpose of the courtesy call was to congratulate the Honourable Acting Minister for National Defence and the Chief of Defence Staff on their appointment to their new roles by the […] todayApril 22, 2024 4
insert_link APO International United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) completes two vital Japan-funded projects in Sudan [[{"value":"UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency in Sudan is pleased to announce the successful completion of two critical projects funded by the Government of Japan, aimed at addressing the urgent needs of refugees, asylum-seekers, and host communities affected by the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The first project provided life-saving shelter and core-relief items to refugees and asylum-seekers in White Nile, Kassala, and Gedaref states to help meet their basic needs and improve […] todayApril 22, 2024 5
insert_link APO International Strengthening mental health services in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states through primary health care integration [[{"value":"In the midst of humanitarian crises, the mental health needs of displaced and underserved populations often go overlooked. Recognizing this gap, the World Health Organization (WHO) has partnered with the governments of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states (BAY), to take proactive steps to equip local healthcare workers with skills needed to support the vulnerable populations residing in the region grappling with mental health challenges due to prolonged humanitarian crisis. The […] todayApril 22, 2024 9
insert_link APO International Exploring the meaning of My health, my right [[{"value":"World Health Day 2024 was marked with purpose by member States, WHO Country Offices and their partners the world over, bringing to a close the WHO’s 75th anniversary year celebrations. This year’s activities were guided by the theme, My health, my right, and its message in favour of available, accessible and acceptable health care. After a morning celebration with a health promotion campaign in Quatre Bornes honored by the presence of Minister […] todayApril 22, 2024 5