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28 Jun

Positive Changes in Rwanda Under President Paul Kagame

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Paul Kagame is the Rwanda Patriotic Front (RPF) presidential candidate ahead of the polls on 14th -15th July, 2024. But what has his government achieved since kicking out the genocidal regime in 1994. Economic Growth and Development Under President Paul Kagame’s leadership, Rwanda has experienced remarkable economic growth. The country has maintained an average annual GDP growth rate of around 7-8%, making it one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa. Kagame's administration has focused on diversifying the economy, with significant investments in sectors such as agriculture, mining, and services, particularly tourism and information technology. Improved Infrastructure Rwanda has seen substantial…

28 Jun

UNFPA launches digital strategy and toolkit to end female genital mutilation in Africa

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With the clock ticking towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency announced a groundbreaking new initiative to help create a safer world where women and girls can live free from violence and harmful practices, to achieve their fullest potential. The Social Innovation Toolkit, a central component of the Regional Innovation and Digital Transformation Strategy for East Africa, aims to address critical challenges such as female genital mutilation (FGM) and child marriage, and empower young people through digital innovation. The initiative was unveiled at the Financing Innovation and Digital Transformation in Africa…

27 Jun

ICC Convicts Malian Al Hassan of War Crimes And Crimes Against Humanity

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Trial Chamber X of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has, by majority, convicted Mr. Al Hassan Ag Abdoul Aziz Ag Mohamed Ag Mahmoud of several charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed between April 2, 2012, and January 29, 2013, in Timbuktu, northern Mali. During this period, Timbuktu was under the control of armed groups Ansar Dine and Al-Qaida in Islamic Maghreb (AQIM). The Chamber, composed of Judge Antoine Kesia-Mbe Mindua (Presiding Judge), Judge Tomoko Akane, and Judge Kimberly Prost, delivered the judgment with a detailed analysis of Al Hassan's actions. Presiding Judge Kesia-Mbe Mindua emphasized, “Although Al…

26 Jun

Elevating Standards: How Accreditation has Enhanced Food Safety Laboratory Services in Africa

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Zimbabwe’s Central Veterinary Laboratory (CVL) and Uganda’s Directorate of Government Analytical Laboratories (DGAL) have attained accreditation to the international standard for testing and calibration in laboratories with the support of the IAEA and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Achieving this accreditation is a goal for many testing and calibration laboratories within Africa as it demonstrates competence; increases confidence among clients; and enhances the prospect of attracting resources by providing paid services and therefore contributing to the sustainability of such laboratories. Accredited laboratories also help food traders to access and sustain national and international markets. In the face…

26 Jun

Uganda responds after Uganda House in Nairobi was Vandalized and Set Ablaze

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The Government of Uganda has responded following the vandalism and setting a blaze of Uganda House in Nairobi, Kenya, following the anti-Finance Bill protests yesterday. Located on Kenyatta Avenue, the six-floor Uganda House was newly refurbished and was to be opened this Friday, June 28, 2024. So far, only the ground floor was occupied by commercial tenants, as the upper floors, including the third floor that previously housed the Consular Office, had been vacated to facilitate the renovations. "While the damage to the property is extensive, there is some relief in knowing that no fatalities or serious injuries have been…

26 Jun

IMF Reaches Staff-Level Agreement with Guinea Bissau on Extended Credit Facility

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The IMF and Guinea Bissau have reached staff-level agreement on economic policies that could support the sixth review of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF). Once the review is approved by IMF Management and completed by the IMF Executive Board, Guinea Bissau will have access to about US$ 7.2 million; The authorities’ commitment to a range of difficult policy reforms is starting to show some results. They should persevere with their ambitious structural reform agenda to improve domestic revenue mobilization, strengthen expenditure controls, and improve governance; Economic growth is expected to be around 5 percent in 2024, while inflation should slow…

26 Jun

Afreximbank signs US$80 million for Zimbabwe’s CBZ Bank

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African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is providing a US$60 million line of credit and a US$20 million Afreximbank Trade Facilitation Programme (AFTRAF) facility to CBZ Bank Limited, Zimbabwe’s largest bank. In two deals signed at the recently concluded Afreximbank Annual Meetings, the line of credit facility will strengthen financial intermediaries’ capacity to support SMEs through financing product and capacity building, indirectly support export-oriented Zimbabwean businesses and enable them to generate much-needed foreign exchange, thus easing the pressure on foreign currency in the country. The AFTRAF facility will enable CBZ Bank to issue letters of credit confirmed by Afreximbank at a time…

25 Jun

Uganda Renews Commitment to Combat Corruption

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The NRM government has announced a renewed commitment to combating corruption within the civil service by emphasizing merit-based appointments and competitive examinations conducted by the Public Service Commission. In a recent address, President Yoweri Museveni highlighted that for a long time, the administration trusted that capable individuals were prudently handling finances, personnel, and procurement. However, it has become evident that many officials have failed in their duties. To address this betrayal, the government plans to collaborate with both victims of corruption and patriotic citizens to eradicate this menace, Museveni said. The government acknowledges that this approach has had mixed results…

24 Jun

USAID Announces $38 Million in Additional Humanitarian Aid for Sudan

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USAID has announced plans to provide an additional $38 million in humanitarian assistance for the people of Sudan. This includes $23 million earmarked for the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to support ongoing aid efforts for Sudanese children. Tyler Beckelman, USAID Deputy Assistant Administrator for Africa, revealed the funding at the "Unite with the Children of Sudan" event in Nairobi, Kenya, which was organized by USAID, UNICEF, and Save the Children. The event aimed to highlight the severe challenges faced by young Sudanese amid 14 months of war. This latest commitment raises the total U.S. government humanitarian assistance to over $1.4…

24 Jun

United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) Intensifies Patrols

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The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has intensified patrols and engagement with local authorities and security services in Unity state and the Ruweng Administrative Area (RAA) after cross-border clashes over the weekend resulted in a number of deaths, destroyed property, and the displacement of civilians. The violence is understood to have begun on 22 June when officials from Rubkona (Unity) travelled to Aliny in the neighbouring Ruweng Administrative Area to retrieve cattle stolen from their communities. During the planned handover of stolen stock, fighting broke out between the groups and an unverified number of people were killed. Following…