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The government is expanding the Nairobi Commuter Railway Services to address traffic congestion in the Nairobi Metropolitan. President William Ruto said the project will give Kenyans affordable and reliable transport solutions, connecting people to services and economic opportunities. He said the government has secured funds for the revitalization of transport infrastructure projects in Nairobi among them the Riruta- Ngong- Kiserian- Ongata Rongai commuter rail. “This rail has the capacity of […]

Kenya launched a national e-commerce strategy on 13 December to fortify its position as a digital frontrunner in Africa by fostering inclusive and widespread utilization of trusted and secure e-commerce services based in the country. Its Ministry of Information, Communications and The Digital Economy and the Ministry of Trade, Investments and Industry spearheaded the strategy, supported by UNCTAD. “Kenya’s e-commerce strategy lays the foundation for trust-building among businesses and consumers, making e-commerce […]

Merck foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com) to underscore their long-term commitment to building healthcare capacity during their meeting with Mauritius President; Merck foundation together with Mauritius Minister of Health and Wellness meet their 73 Alumni who have been provided with one year diploma and two-year master degree of 32 undeserved and critical medical specialties during The Merck foundation Mauritius Alumni Summit 2023; Merck Foundation provided scholarships for 73 Mauritian doctors for one-year Diploma and two-year Master […]

This month marks the tenth anniversary of the outbreak of South Sudan’s civil war.  We remember all who lost their lives and suffered as a result.  The conflict was a profound tragedy for the people of South Sudan, who had gained their independence amidst great international celebration only two years before.  At this time, we reaffirm our call on all South Sudan’s leaders of all parties to demonstrate their dedication […]

The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Alvin Botes, has concluded his Working Visit to the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus. In Russia, the Deputy Minister met with his counterpart, Mr Mikhail Bogdanov, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, to hold Political Consultations on a range of issues including the importance of strengthening the trade and investment relationship between the two countries. In Belarus, the Deputy […]

Khadija Abdallah, a 54-year-old mother of five, dedicates almost her entire day to unpaid care work. A few years ago, when her youngest daughter was still an infant, she would strap her to her back while she and her husband worked hard on their farm. Upon returning home, Khadija would manage several chores at once – preparing lunch, doing the housework, and looking after her infant - all while her […]

Government welcomes the increase in employment for the period June to September 2023 as per the 3rd Quarterly Employment Statistics (QES) report of Statistics South Africa. Minister in The Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni said that “The continuous increase in employment is a demonstration that measures put in place by government, the partnership with business and labour to reduce unemployment and create opportunities for more jobs are steadily and firmly gaining traction despite […]

President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Saturday, 16 December 2023, deliver the keynote address at the 2023 National Day of Reconciliation celebrations. The national event will be held at Thohoyandou Stadium, Thulamela Local Municipality, Vhembe District in Limpopo. This year, Reconciliation Month is commemorated under the theme “Strengthening unity and social cohesion in a healing nation”. The National Day of Reconciliation aims to promote national unity, social cohesion, constitutional democracy, human […]

On 11th December, 2023, Amb. Said Shaib Mussa, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation of the United Republic of Tanzania met with Amb. Ibrahim Zanna, Deputy Chief of Protocol, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Federal Republic of Nigeria. The two Ambassadors discussed issues on how to further strengthen the existing relations between Tanzania and Nigeria. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of High Commission […]