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22 Jun

ATMIS airlifts national examination materials to parts of Somalia

admin0 CommentsAfricaATMIS, Somalia

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) has successfully airlifted examination materials to over 21 locations, just days before the weeklong National High School Examinations are set to begin this Saturday. This timely operation ensures that all children, even in hard-to-reach areas, can fully participate in the upcoming national exams. At the request of the Ministry of Education, ATMIS Uganda and Burundi utility helicopters transported the exam materials from Mogadishu to four Federal Member States – Galmudug, Hirshabelle, Southwest, and Jubaland – as well as the Banadir region. The SRCC and Head of ATMIS, Ambassador Mohamed El-Amine Souef emphasised…

22 Jun

Basketball Africa League To Participate in Quai 54 Streetball Tournament in Paris

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For the second consecutive year, the Basketball Africa League (BAL) will participate in the prestigious Quai 54, the world’s biggest streetball tournament, which will take place on Saturday, June 22 and Sunday, June 23 at Stade Pierre de Coubertin in Paris, France. The BAL’s participation is part of the league’s year-round strategy to engage new and existing fans across the African Diaspora and around the world. The team representing the BAL will feature standout players from the 2024 season, including 2024 champion and Angolan basketball legend Carlos Morais (Angola’s Petro de Luanda), 2024 All-BAL First Team and All-Defensive Team member…

22 Jun

Noureddine Naybet: “The FIFA World Cup 2030™ will be a historic moment for international football”

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Morocco's Noureddine Naybet is considered one of the best defenders in the history of African football. He began his professional career with Wydad Casablanca in 1989, winning three Botola championships. After stints in France with FC Nantes and in Portugal with Sporting CP, Naybet will undoubtedly be remembered for his time at Deportivo La Coruña, where he played for eight seasons, helping the team win a famous La Liga victory in 2000, as well as a Copa del Rey and two Spanish Super Cup trophies. Internationally, Naybet is an iconic figure of the Moroccan national team, playing for 17 consecutive…

22 Jun

Shakwa Nyambe Appointed President-Elect of the Association of International Energy Negotiators (AIEN)

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Shakwa Nyambe has been appointed as the President-Elect of the Association of International Energy Negotiators (AIEN) for the period of 2024 -2025. His appointment was confirmed at the AIEN Board of Directors meeting held on the 10th of June 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. This will pave the way for him to become the Substantive President of the AIEN for the period 2025-2026. This prestigious appointment acknowledges his exceptional leadership and extensive expertise within the global energy sector, and his contributions to educational and networking programs as well as the development of model contracts for the energy sector. Nyambe is the…

22 Jun

Liberian President Joseph Boakai Declaires His Assets

admin0 CommentsAfricaJoseph Nyuma Boakai, Liberia

President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr. has made public his assets declaration as part of his unwavering stand for transparency and aversion to corruption and graft. (download form) The President said his action is in fulfilment of his commitment to upholding the Constitution and laws of Liberia, in addition to his dedication to fostering a culture of accountability, integrity, and good governance. The President expressed his belief that by making his assets declaration publicly available, he is setting a compelling example for public officials and citizens alike, emphasizing the importance of accountability and ethical leadership. The Liberian Leader said this move…

22 Jun

Africa Offers Attractive Investment Opportunities for Japanese Firms, Say African Development Bank Leaders

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Africa presents a compelling investment destination for Japanese firms, with high growth potential and the African Development Bank's strong support to manage risks, African Development Bank Group leaders stressed at the Japan-Africa Business Forum in Tokyo. "Africa has huge private sector opportunities. The continent offers some of the highest returns globally," said Prof. Kevin Chika Urama, Bank Group Chief Economist and Vice President, in a presentation highlighting Africa's abundant renewable energy potential, and the need for strategic investments in green minerals and value addition. "Smart investments in Africa are good business -- doing well by doing good," he stressed. Dr.…

22 Jun

AfDB and Infrastructure Credit Guarantee sign $15 million agreement to enhance infrastructure financing in Nigeria

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The African Development Bank and Infrastructure Credit Guarantee Company Limited (InfraCredit) have signed an agreement for a $15 million subordinated loan facility to strengthen InfraCredit's capital base and attract institutional investors’ resources to help close Nigeria's infrastructure financing gap. Lamin Barrow, Director General of the African Development Bank's Nigeria Country Department, and Chinua Azubike, CEO of InfraCredit, signed the agreement in Lagos on 14 June 2024. The facility will boost InfraCredit’s efforts to unlock additional long-term local currency financing through the capital markets for infrastructure projects, primarily by leveraging pools of capital from pension funds and other institutional investors in…

22 Jun

Wing Wah’s $2B Integrated Energy Project to Bolster Resource Monetization in DRC

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The Republic of the Congo has a goal of increasing hydrocarbon production to 500,000 barrels per day (bpd) and projects such as Wing Wah Oil Company’s Banga Kayo development will serve as catalysts for meeting this objective. The project is a strong example for how integration and scalability can be utilized to not only monetize resources but maximize production beyond the lifecycle of initially-tied in blocks. The African Energy Chamber (AEC) – the voice of the African energy sector – conducted a tour of Wing Wah’s project near Pointe Noire during a working visit to the country this week. A…

22 Jun

Ruto & Gachagua pay glowing tribute to Nairobi business magnate Gerald Gikonyo Kanyuira

admin0 CommentsNewsGerald Gikonyo Kanyuira, Rigathi Gachagua, William Ruto

President William Ruto and his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua have paid glowing tribute to a prominent Nairobi businessman Mzee Gerald Gikonyo Kanyuira for his passion in business sector and commitment to serve the nation. The President and his Deputy described Mzee Gikonyo who died at, 110 years as a dedicated and diligent businessman who oversaw growth of the Nairobi's business sector during the colonial and post colonial eras. In a condolence message read on his behalf by the Deputy President on Saturday at Wanjerere primary school grounds in Kangema, Murang'a County, the President eulogised Mzee Gikonyo as a fallen hero who…

22 Jun

Leaders Condem Magistrates Killing In Emotional Sendoff

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Leaders from across the political and legal divide on Saturday condemned the killing of Makadara Principal Magistrate, Monica Kivuti and demanded reforms to protect judicial officers. Speaking in Yatta constituency during an emotional send-off of the late magistrate, Wiper party leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti and deputy chief justice, Philomena Mwilu termed the magistrate’s killing as a wake-up call on the need to enhance the safety of judicial staff in the country. “A hard-working principal magistrate was shot while working under a tent while we all know under the constitution the intention was to strengthen the judicial arm…