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Category: African News
Ministry of Foreign Affairs receives credentials copy from new Ambassador of the Republic of South Sudan
H.E. Omar Obaid Al Hassan Al Shamsi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received a copy of the credentials of H.E. Mawien Makol Ariik. Ambassador of the Republic of South Sudan to the UAE. His Excellency wished the new Ambassador of South Sudan success in the performance of his duties and emphasized the UAE’s… Read More »Ministry of Foreign Affairs receives credentials copy from new Ambassador of the Republic of South Sudan
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Condemns Terrorist Attack on Military Site in Benin
The UAE has strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted a military site in the Alibori region of Benin, which resulted in the death of a number of soldiers. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) affirmed that the UAE expresses its strong condemnation of these criminal acts and its permanent rejection of… Read More »United Arab Emirates (UAE) Condemns Terrorist Attack on Military Site in Benin
World Bank partners with WHO, UNICE on healthcare for 8 m people in Sudan
The World Bank has joined forces with the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to launch a massive effort to improve healthcare access for over 8 million vulnerable people in Sudan. This critical partnership is made possible through an $82 million agreement, which aims to strengthen the country’s healthcare system and address the urgent needs of its most vulnerable populations.
Sudan’s healthcare system is currently facing unprecedented challenges, with over 70% of hospitals and health facilities in conflict-affected areas rendered non-operational due to damage, destruction, or lack of supplies. Frontline healthcare workers, including nurses and doctors, have gone months without pay, and security concerns and limited access have severely hindered the delivery of vital vaccine supplies and routine immunization activities.
The partnership, known as the Sudan Health Assistance and Response in Emergencies (SHARE) project, will focus on providing essential medicines, training and mentoring healthcare workers and delivering critical health and nutrition services to vulnerable children and families. The project will also invest in enhancing disease surveillance systems, equipping emergency operations centers, and training rapid response teams to strengthen the healthcare system’s preparedness and emergency response capabilities.
According to WHO Representative in Sudan Dr. Shible Sahbani, “The SHARE project exemplifies WHO’s commitment to ensuring that communities in Sudan have access to vital health services, especially in times of crisis. By investing in preparedness and resilience, we are paving the way for a stronger, more sustainable healthcare system”.
UNICEF Representative for Sudan Sheldon Yett emphasized the critical need for this partnership, stating, “In Sudan, the systems providing vulnerable children and families with essential social services are on the brink of collapse. By working together, we can invest in rebuilding them and provide lifesaving healthcare and nutrition services to children who desperately need them amid the ongoing conflict”.
This groundbreaking partnership marks a significant step forward in addressing the pressing healthcare needs of Sudan’s most vulnerable populations. As the situation in Sudan continues to unfold, this critical collaboration will play a vital role in shaping the country’s healthcare future.
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) receives AAA rating from China Chengxin, as the Corporation positions for further diversification in funding sources
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has received an AAA domestic credit rating with a stable outlook from China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co. Ltd (CCXI). The milestone rating enables AFC to deepen its engagement in China’s vast domestic debt capital markets. It positions the Corporation to tap a new… Read More »Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) receives AAA rating from China Chengxin, as the Corporation positions for further diversification in funding sources
The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) and the Government of Bangladesh Sign $2.75 Billion Annual Financing Plan to Ensure Energy and Food Security
The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (www.ITFC-IDB.org), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, has signed a landmark annual financing plan with the Government of Bangladesh for US$2.75 billion to support the country’s energy and agriculture sectors. The financing plan will facilitate the importation of petroleum products, Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) and… Read More »The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) and the Government of Bangladesh Sign $2.75 Billion Annual Financing Plan to Ensure Energy and Food Security
Annual Conference of Eritrean Medical Association
The Eritrean Medical Association held its 26th annual conference on 11 January at the Asmara Palace Hotel. Speaking at the event, Prof. Negasi Leake, President of the association, highlighted that the medical association has over 200 members who play a pivotal role in the country’s healthcare system. He emphasized the members’ responsibility to lead efforts… Read More »Annual Conference of Eritrean Medical Association
Mukuru launches mobile wallet in Zimbabwe to bolster financial inclusion
Next-generation financial services platform Mukuru (www.Mukuru.com) has launched a mobile wallet in Zimbabwe called Mukuru Wallet. The secure digital store of value follows Mukuru’s award of a Deposit-Taking Microfinance Institution (DTMFI) licence in Zimbabwe by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe. Building on Mukuru’s trusted capabilities, which support more than three-million Zimbabwean customers, the wallet has… Read More »Mukuru launches mobile wallet in Zimbabwe to bolster financial inclusion
RegTech Africa Conference and Awards 2025: Unlocking Africa’s Cross-Border Payments, Trade, and Investment Opportunities through Public-Private Partnerships
The global spotlight will turn to Africa on May 22-23, 2025, as the RegTech Africa Conference and Awards (https://RegTechAfrica.com) convenes at the Oriental Hotel in Lagos, Nigeria, to explore the transformative power of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in reshaping the continent’s economic future. Under the theme “Unlocking Africa’s Cross-Border Payments, Trade, and Investment Opportunities through Public-Private Partnerships,”… Read More »RegTech Africa Conference and Awards 2025: Unlocking Africa’s Cross-Border Payments, Trade, and Investment Opportunities through Public-Private Partnerships
United Kingdom (UK)-Mauritius joint statement on the Chagos Archipelago, 13 January 2025
Representatives from Mauritius and the UK held further productive discussions in London this week on the future of the Chagos Archipelago. Good progress has been made and discussions are ongoing to reach an agreement that is in both sides’ interests. Both countries reiterated their commitment to concluding a treaty providing that Mauritius is sovereign over… Read More »United Kingdom (UK)-Mauritius joint statement on the Chagos Archipelago, 13 January 2025
Sustainable Tips for Travelling in Africa
Traveling means massive carbon footprints. But does it have to? Local, Meling Balloo checks out eco-friendly travel tips on her beautiful island of Mauritius. Source: DW