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- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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Special Representative Simão Concludes His Visit to Benin, He Highlights the Importance for Countries of the Sub-Region to Act Together to Curb Insecurity
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), Leonardo Santos Simão, concluded yesterday a two-day visit to Benin.…
- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Engages Political Parties to Strengthen Democratic Integrity Ahead of Ghanaâs 2024 Elections
The Department of Political Affairs, Peace and Security, of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission is organizing an Engagement with Political Parties to Promote Participatory and Inclusive…
- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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United States Health Assistance Delivers Mpox Response and Health Security in South Sudan
The upsurge of mpox in a number of countries in the region highlights the need for vigilance and response to emerging disease threats. This week USAID provided support for the…
- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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East African Community (EAC) Secretary General meets the Chairperson of the Summit of the East African Community (EAC) Heads of State on advancing integration
The EAC Secretary General, H.E. Veronica M. Nduva, held a meeting with the Chairperson of the Summit of the EAC Heads of State and President of the Republic of South…
- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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Financial Services sector calling out for clear line of sight on Artificial intelligence (AI), Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) regulatory horizon: DLA Piper research
Businesses say the lack of clarity around ESG and AI regulation is a key challenge to realising the benefits of technology and innovation; Despite recognising the business opportunity with AI,…
- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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Ensuring primary health services for displaced people
Cecilia Achuwor, a 38-year-old mother of six children, is one of the hundreds of thousands of refugees and returnees who have crossed the border into South Sudan since the beginning…
- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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Uganda: Telecoms in trouble again over fake sims
The Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Dr. Chris Baryomunsi, has said that telecommunication companies will be investigated, with a view of putting heavy sanctions over the continued use of…
- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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Tahaluf Launches CPHI Middle East As Regionâs Premier Pharma Event
Saudi Ministry of Health supports December launch event in Riyadh; Event to highlight Saudi Arabia’s ambitious pharma goals, with over 400 exhibitors and more than 30,000 visitors anticipated; Industry trends,…
- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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Three Winners Announced at the United States-Tanzania Tech Challenge
September 20, 2024 – Three organizations, Jamiii Forums, Smart Foundry Ltd., and The Launchpad Tanzania were today named the winners of the U.S.-Tanzania Tech Challenge, which brought together leading technologists,…
- SundayNews
- September 20, 2024
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Uganda: âYouth Unemployment is a Genuine Concernâ- Col. Nakalema Tells Academicians
According to Col. Nakalema, the rampant unemployment rate in Uganda exacerbated by corruption levels and the failure for the youth to access policy makers, needs concerted efforts of all stakeholders…