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 Barentu Assistant Nursing School graduated 82 students from its certificate program on 29 March. The graduates, who are members of the 34th and 35th rounds of national service, received both theoretical and practical training over the course of 18 months. Mr. Thomas Zerimariam, Director of the school, congratulated the graduates and their parents. He also urged the graduates to live up to the expectations of the people and Government that […]

 The Presiding Officers of Parliament, led by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thoko Didiza, and the Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Ms Refilwe Mtshweni-Tsipane, wish the Muslim community a peaceful and reflective Eid al-Fitr as they celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan in 2025. Ramadan is a sacred month characterised by fasting, prayer, charity, and reaching out to the poor and vulnerable. During […]

 President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished the Muslim community well as they prepare to celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr, marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadaan. President Ramaphosa said: “This year Eid-ul-Fitr is being observed during Human Rights Month - when we pay tribute to our constitutional order that guarantees rights and freedoms for all, including religious freedom. “As we wish our Muslim compatriots well on this auspicious occasion, let us continue […]

 His Excellency Dr. Julius Maada Bio, First Lady Dr. Fatima Maada Bio, and senior government officials joined Muslims across Sierra Leone and the world to celebrate Eid-Al-Fitr, marking the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan. The occasion brought together thousands of Muslims who had observed the month-long fast to express gratitude and praise to Allah for His blessings. The day is regarded as a moment of divine reward, signifying […]

 The Portfolio Committee on Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities has today wrapped its week-long oversight visit to KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) province where it assessed critical government programmes that included gender equality, youth development, gender-based violence (GBV), and the inclusion of children with disabilities in the education system. The committee chose KZN province for the March oversight due to the challenges that the province experiences. The challenges that include high rate […]

 Finland, Zambia and the United Nations will organise the Least Developed Countries Future Forum (LDC Future Forum) in Lusaka on 1–3 April. The Forum will seek innovative solutions to enhance the resilience of LDCs. The Finnish delegation will be led by Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio. In addition to attending the Forum, Minister Tavio will have several bilateral meetings, including with the President of Zambia, the Deputy […]

 Eid Al-Fetir Al-Mubarek was colorfully celebrated nationwide today, 30 March. Salat prayer, led by Sheik Salem Ibrahim Almukhtar, Mufti of Eritrea and Chairman of the Higher Assembly of Eritrean Iftae and Islamic Affairs, was conducted at Bahti Meskerem Square in the capital. The event was attended by senior Government and PFDJ officials, members of the Diplomatic Corps, as well as a number of the faithful. On the occasion, Sheik Salem Ibrahim Almukhtar […]

 On March 26 in Kampala, the Chinese Ambassador to Uganda H.E Zhang Lizhong, Ugandan Prime Minister’s Special Representative Hon. State Minister for Karamoja Affairs and WFP Uganda Country Director attended the launch ceremony together for the rice distribution donated by China to Uganda. Counselor Wang Jianxun and senior officials from Office of the Prime Ministeralso participated. At the ceremony, Ambassador Zhang Lizhong stated that for responding Ugandan government’s request, China […]

 On 28th March, Ambassador Guo Haiyan met with H.E. Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs. Amb. Guo said that China and Kenya are reliable friends and partners, and firmly support each other on core interests and issues of major concern. Amb. Guo stressed that living in a changing and turbulent world, China is willing to work with Kenya, under the guidance of […]