insert_link APO International Egypt: President El-Sisi meets the Palestinian Prime Minister [[{"value":"Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Palestinian Prime Minister, Dr. Mohammed Mustafa, and his accompanying delegation, including Minister of Planning, Wael Zakout. The meeting was also attended by Prime Minister, Dr. Mustafa Madbouly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sameh Shoukry, Minister of Planning and Economic Development, Dr. Hala El-Said, in addition to Palestinian Ambassador to Egypt, Diab Al-Louh. Spokesman for the Presidency, Counselor Dr. Ahmed Fahmy, stated that President El-Sisi […] todayApril 8, 2024 5
insert_link APO International President Ramaphosa Offers Condolences on Mozambique Boating Disaster [[{"value":"President Cyril Ramaphosa offers his deep condolences to the government and people of the Republic of Mozambique following a disaster at sea in which nearly 100 people have perished. At least 97 people reportedly died, and a small number of people were rescued in the incident which took place near Lunga in Nampula Province on Sunday, 07 April 2024. On behalf of the government and people of South Africa, President […] todayApril 8, 2024 8
insert_link APO International 10 Senegal tech firms visit Guinea to find new prospects [[{"value":"The NTF V Senegal Tech project at ITC led a delegation of 10 digital services companies on a mission to discover the Guinean market. A launching pad to Guinea One of the most effective ways of getting started in exporting is through a business trip, to better understand a target market and to make contacts. Thanks to the Netherlands Trust Fund V (NTF V) project at the International Trade Centre […] todayApril 8, 2024 5
insert_link APO International Senegal: Human Rights Agenda for President Faye [[{"value":"Senegal’s newly elected president, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, should make protecting and promoting human rights a priority during his presidency, both within Senegal and regionally, Human Rights Watch said in a letter to the president made public today. Human Rights Watch outlined five key recommendations to improve human rights in Senegal, urging Faye, during his term in office, to fight impunity for security forces’ abuse; promote and protect the rights to freedom of expression, assembly, […] todayApril 8, 2024 10
insert_link APO International Statement on Sudan from Dr Christos Christou, International President of Médecins Sans Frontières [[{"value":"“Sudan is one of the worst crises the world has seen for decades. There are extreme levels of suffering across the country, the needs are growing by the day, but the humanitarian response is deeply inadequate. We have responded to multiple mass casualty events and emergencies over the past year. We have performed life-saving surgical procedures, assisted women in giving birth – including with emergency C-sections – and treated children […] todayApril 8, 2024 12
insert_link APO International Liberia: President Boakai sets up Inter-Agency Committee on Unprocessed Natural Rubber [[{"value":"The President of Liberia, H.E Joseph N. Boakai, Sr., announced today the formation of a multi-agency investigative committee to probe issues surrounding the exportation of unprocessed natural rubber, which has been the subject of controversy. The Committee is composed of Agriculture Minister Alexander Nuetah as Chairman, along with Commerce and Industry Minister Amin Modad, Justice Minister N. Oswald Tweh. National Investment Commission Chairman Jeff Blibo, and Senior Economic Advisor Sahr […] todayApril 8, 2024 10
insert_link APO International Saving Lives Through Advocacy: Women Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are at the Forefront of Raising Awareness for Transformative Cervical Cancer Prevention in Tanzania [[{"value":"Cervical cancer claims more lives among women in Tanzania than any other illness. Each year, approximately 10,241 women between the ages of 15 and 44 are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and 6,525 lose their lives as a consequence of delayed diagnosis. Studies suggest that women living with HIV are up to six times more likely to develop this cancer than those without the virus. UN Women Tanzania works with partners and local […] todayApril 8, 2024 11
insert_link APO International Eritrea: World Health Day observed [[{"value":"World Health Day was observed at national level in Asmara under the theme “My Health-My Right”. The occasion was graced by senior officials from the Ministry of Health and representatives from various United Nations agencies in Eritrea. Dr. Andebrhan Tesfatsion, the Acting Director General of Public Health at the Ministry, highlighted Eritrea’s commitment to ensuring basic healthcare for all, aligning with the principles laid out in the National Charter and […] todayApril 8, 2024 6
insert_link APO International Uganda: Members of Parliament (MPs) incensed over failure to reopen Kilembe Mines Hospital [[{"value":"The prolonged reopening of Kilembe Mines Hospital in Kasese District which was washed away by floods, is taking a toll on the residents and has attracted the attention of Parliament. In February 2023, government issued instructions to cease all financial assistance to the hospital. This directive was communicated by Health Minister Dr Jane Ruth Aceng, in a letter to the Chairperson of the Committee of Health. The decision was made […] todayApril 8, 2024 5