Conference of the Parties (COP28): Norway bolsters Africa’s climate defenses with $6.5 million disaster financing pledge to African Development Bank
Norway has announced a financial commitment of 70 million Norwegian Krone ($6.5 million) for an African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) programme to boost Africa’s resilience and responsiveness to climate shocks. With the pledge, Norway becomes the fifth country to join the Bank Group’s Africa Disaster Risk Financing Programme (ADRiFi) Multi-Donor Trust Fund, which bolsters sovereign […]
African Development Bank and the International Committee of the Red Cross join hands to advance sustainable solutions in conflict-affected settings
The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly address humanitarian and development challenges in Africa, elevating a partnership between the two institutions. The signing, which took place on the sidelines of the Global Refugee Forum, marks an important milestone in a […]
Niger Women Delegation Call on Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security
On Monday 11 December 2023, a delegation of seven (07) women from the Republic of Niger paid a courtesy call on the Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Amb. Dr. Abdel Fatau MUSAH, at Niger House, ECOWAS Annex in Abuja, Nigeria. The Women delegation led by Madame Ibrahim Mariam AL NASSER, former Minister of […]
UnitedMasters and the National Basketball Association (NBA) to Expand Collaboration across Africa
UnitedMasters and the National Basketball Association (NBA) (https://www.NBA.com) today announced plans to expand their existing collaboration across Africa by leveraging the popularity of music, basketball and the NBA on the continent to showcase African musicians and positively impact African youth. UnitedMasters’ collaboration with NBA Africa will empower independent musicians by providing UnitedMasters artists with the […]
Egypt: President El-Sisi Speaks with King of Bahrain, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa
Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from King of Bahrain, His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa. Spokesman for the Presidency, Counselor Ahmed Fahmy, said President El-Sisi commenced the call by, once again, congratulating the people and leadership of the Kingdom of Bahrain on its celebrations of Bahrain National Day. The […]
Exploring the Role of Black Leaders in Catalyzing Social Change
Black activists have played a key role in founding and leading impactful nonprofits globally, dedicating their lives to advocating for social justice and fostering positive transformation within their communities. The Global Black Impact Summit (GBIS) (www.GlobalBlackImpact.com) – taking place on February 27 in Dubai – will shine a spotlight on notable individuals within the Black […]
Agent service fees reach all-time high in 2023
In 2023, clubs paid USD 888.1 million in agent service fees, the highest-ever amount and an increase of 42.5% on 2022; For the first time, clubs in women’s professional football spend more than USD 1 million in agent service fees; English clubs were the number-one spenders by far, with a combined total of more than […]
Africa’s Hunger Crisis Intensifies: IFRC Warns Against Crisis Fatigue
In response to the growing hunger crisis across sub-Saharan Africa, the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is amplifying its call to action amidst growing concerns of crisis fatigue. To this end, the IFRC has revised its funding appeal to 318 million Swiss Francs, now aiming to reach 18 countries. More […]
Multigate Obtains Regulatory Approval For Remittances To Kenya
A licensed treasury management technology company that delivers secure and innovative digital solutions to address the complex financial needs of corporates and financial institutions, has recently achieved another significant milestone in its expansion efforts by obtaining regulatory approval for remittances into Kenya. This achievement results from Multigate’s continued dedication to compliance and regulatory requirements and […]
Chad Travel Guide
Travel & Tourism Expensive, remote, and sometimes dangerous outside the capital, Chad can be a very challenging place to visit, but by investing in the effort and taking safety precautions, travelers may gain a memorable tourism experience. Located in the heart of Africa, Chad is known for its stark expanses of savanna dotted with traditional […]
