1.7 Million people in Somalia in urgent need following devastating floods, warns International Rescue Committee (IRC)

649,000 people have been displaced following floods; 41 people have died related to the floods, and reported cases of diarrhea and cholera are on the rise; 1.5 million hectares of land could be destroyed in areas where the population rely heavily on agricultural productivity for their livelihoods; as of 6th November, 4,500 homes and shelters […]
MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2023 To Explore Navigating The Road To The 28th Conference Of The Parties (COP28)

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2023’s closing panel, The Road to COP28, will reflect on the outcomes of COP27 and Africa’s role in sustainable development and climate financing As the world gears up for the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28), a panel discussion under the theme ‘The Road to COP 28’ will close the MSGBC […]
BRICS Expansion Elevates Bloc’s Reach And Influence In Global Governance: How Will Expansion Benefit The Beleaguered African Continent

By Thomas Lethoba The 15th BRICS Summit saw leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa reach a consensus to ramp up efforts of expanding the bloc of nations, with the announcement of six additional countries. In a move aimed at changing the world order, a five-nation group of emerging economies known as BRICS, […]
Abdullah bin Zayed, Ugandan Foreign Ministry explore bilateral ties, cooperation

H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed in a phone call with Odongo Jeje Abubaker, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uganda, the ties between their countries and prospects for boosting collaboration. During their conversation, the two top diplomats reviewed the outcomes of the work visit made recently by Yoweri Museveni, […]
African Based Technology Conferences Go Into The Metaverse To Address Accessibility Challenges

William Jackson, M.Ed. CEO of My Quest To Teach & MetaverseWPWorld Metaverse Council MemberA growing number of African technology conferences are partnering with companies to provide Africans that have accessibility issues related to mobility the chance to contribute,participate and engage virtually as Avatars in the growing number tech conferences developingacross Africa. There are multiple African […]
Experts from Member States strengthen their capacity in Energy Information Systems

Energy experts from ECOWAS Member States strengthen their capacity in Energy Information System (EIS) during a workshop held in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, from 14 to 17 November 2023. It should be recalled that the ECOWAS Energy Information System which was officially launched in March 2023 in Bissau, Guinea Bissau during the 14th meeting of ECOWAS Ministers […]
South Sudan: As elections approach, Yambio journalists discuss reporting on sexual violence according to human rights standards
“As reporters, we understand that the clock is ticking down fast to South Sudan’s first post-independence elections,” said Suzan Chieku, a journalist from Western Equatoria’s capital, Yambio. Suzan was speaking at a two-day capacity building workshop hosted by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The aim of the forum: To highlight the vital role […]
Seychelles: Vice President Afif attends the Inauguration of the New Maldivian President

The Vice President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr. Ahmed Afif attended the Inauguration Ceremony of the new President of the Republic Maldives, H.E. Dr. Mohamed Muizzu which took place on 17 November 2023 at the Republic Square, Male. Following the Ceremony, the Vice President paid a courtesy call on President Muizzu at The President’s […]
African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) provides support to Flood-affected Residents in South West State, Somalia

In a collaborative effort with the South West State Administration, the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), has extended support to people impacted by the severe El Nino rains. ATMIS Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) have distributed essential food and non-food items to the flood affected people in Baidoa, the capital of South West […]
Growing Demand For Prime Spaces & Exhibition Booths At Africa Agri Expo 2024 – Kenya!

The 7th edition promises to be a revolution in the African agribusiness industry. “7th Africa Agri Expo 2024” – A premier agriculture event is back again in Nairobi, Kenya in coming February, connecting Africa’s thriving agribusiness sector to the global market. It is organized by the TAB group and held under the distinguished patronage of […]