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- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) funds civic and political peacebuilding space in Mundri East County
Schools, police stations, prisons, health facilities and bridges. The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has funded numerous such infrastructure projects in Western Equatoria State, not least in its…
- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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African Development Bank invests $20 million in infrastructure fund to catalyze continental development
The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has signed a $20 million equity investment in the African Infrastructure Investment Fund 4 (AIIF4). The deal, signed on 31 July 2024, reinforces the Bank’s…
- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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Türk says crucial to continue fight against impunity after ruling in Guinea 2009 stadium massacre
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk on Thursday acknowledged a long-awaited trial verdict handed down in the Republic of Guinea over mass killings and rapes at Conakry Stadium on 28…
- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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Shaping the Future of Cameroonâs National Blue Economy Strategy
From July 29 to 31, 2024, Yaoundé hosted a pivotal Stakeholders Consultative Workshop aimed at shaping Cameroon’s National Blue Economy Strategy. This crucial event gathered diverse stakeholders to refine and…
- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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Flutterwave Gains Ground in Ghana with Enhanced Payment Service Provider License
Flutterwave (www.Flutterwave.com), a leading payments technology company, has recently been granted a Payment Service Provider license (Enhanced Category) by the Bank of Ghana. The milestone marks a significant expansion of Flutterwave’s…
- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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African Development Bank Group Approves $500 Million Loan to Boost Electricity Access in Nigeria
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a loan of $500 million to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, to finance the first phase of…
- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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Sonangol Emerges as Competitive Player, Joins Angola Oil & Gas (AOG) 2024 as Diamond Sponsor
Angola aims to complete the privatization of national oil company (NOC) (http://apo-opa.co/3yn9bos) Sonangol by 2026, diversifying the government’s 30% stake in the company while attracting investors to help expand operations…
- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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Reconnaissance Energy Africa (ReconAfrica) Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2024 as Bronze Sponsor, As African Onshore Exploration Potential Surges
Earlier this month, Canadian independent Reconnaissance Energy Africa (ReconAfrica) spud the Naingopo-1 exploration well in the Damara Fold Belt in Namibia’s Kavango Basin. As ReconAfrica progresses with onshore exploration efforts,…
- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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Istanbul Beykent University ranks fourth in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2024
Istanbul Beykent University (www.Beykent.edu.tr) has achieved notable success in the field of sustainability and internationalization, confirmed by its impressive fourth position in the recent Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for…
- SundayNews
- August 1, 2024
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Merck Foundation Chairperson & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) meet Botswana President and First Lady to acknowledge their Alumni and Award winners
Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com) declared Botswana First Lady as Ambassador of “More than a Mother” to build healthcare capacity, break infertility stigma, stop GBV and support girl education; Merck Foundation Chairperson&CEO…