Africa Newsroom
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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Statement by Binance Chief Executive Officer (CEO): Tigranâs Deteriorating Condition after 6 Months of Unjust Detention
We are now at the six month mark of Tigran’s unjust detention. Tigran’s physical and mental conditions have deteriorated rapidly with his situation being more dire than ever. He is in…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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United States (U.S.) and Ghana Nuclear Firms Sign Landmark Commercial Agreement for Small Modular Reactor Project in Ghana
At the U.S.-Africa Nuclear Energy Summit in Nairobi, Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security Bonnie Jenkins, joined by U.S. Department of Energy Deputy Assistant Secretary Aleshia…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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Zambia must immediately halt downward spiral of infringements on fundamental freedoms: UN experts
Independent experts* today expressed concern about multiple allegations of arbitrary arrests and detentions on charges of, inter alia, unlawful assembly, espionage, hate speech and seditious practices against opposition political party…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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Committee Welcomes Preparations for Implementation of Two-Pot Retirement System
The Portfolio Committee on Public Service and Administration received a briefing yesterday from the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) on the fund’s state of readiness to implement the two-pot system…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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International Trade Centre (ITC) and West African Association for Cross-Border Trade (WACTAF) partner to enhance cross-border trade data and facilitation in West Africa
Informal traders account for a significant share of commerce among West African countries. Better data collection, digital tools and on-the-ground support can help their businesses thrive. That's the goal of…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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The Vice-President of The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission, H.E Damtien Tchintchibidja Attended the 2024 Ministerial Meeting of the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD)
On behalf of the President of the Commission, H.E. Omar Alieu TOURAY, The Vice-President of the ECOWAS Commission attended the 2024 Ministerial Meeting of the Tokyo International Conference on African…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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The Gambia: Ambassador Cromer Presents International Women of Courage (IWOC) Award Recipient and Senior Peace Corps Leadership to President Barrow
Ambassador Sharon Cromer, on August 20, 2024, accompanied Fatou Baldeh, a 2024 International Women of Courage Award recipient from The Gambia to the State House to officially inform President Adama…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets a United States (US) Congressional Delegation
Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a delegation from a number of US Congressional committees, headed by Senator Joni Ernst, in the presence of Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emmigration and…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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South Africa – Media Statement: Competition Commission Briefs Health Committee on Health Market Inquiry
The Portfolio Committee on Health met to discuss the findings of the Competition Commission’s Health Market Inquiry (HMI) Report, which investigates the state of competition in the South African healthcare…
- SundayNews
- August 29, 2024
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South Africa – Media Statement: Committee on Youth and Persons with Disabilities Engages with the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) on Its Annual Performance Plan
The Portfolio Committee on Women Youth and Persons With Disabilities received a briefing today from the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) on its annual performance plan (APP) and budget for…