December 2021 – Africa Guardian

Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment announces the re-opening of the online application system for the fishing rights allocation

December 29, 2021

The online application system re-opened yesterday, 28 December 2021, and will close at midnight on 28 January 2022 CAPE TOWN, South Africa. The Delegated Authority has announced the re-opening of the Online Application System for the Fishing Rights Allocation Process (FRAP) for registered users and current applicants only. The reopening of the system does not apply to new applicants. The…

IsDBI and IFE Lab Announce Award Winners for Best Application of Agent-based Simulation in Islamic Finance

December 29, 2021

The awards, announced during an online event on 23 December 2021, aim to encourage the use of new technologies in Islamic economics and finance JEDDAH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (www.IsDBInstitute.org) and the Islamic Financial Engineering Laboratory (IFE Lab) have announced winners of the second edition of the International Award for the Best Application…

Workshop and video clips on Plant Biosecurity Awareness launched by Minister Gobin

December 29, 2021

The aim is to enlist the collaboration of all parties concerned for a coordinated control and management of transboundary pests and diseases of plants and animals PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, A workshop focusing on Plant Biosecurity Awareness and two video clips in English and Mauritian Creole on the topic, were launched this morning by the Attorney General, Minister of Agro-Industry…

2021 Year in Review: Refugee, migrant numbers rise, despite travel curbs

December 29, 2021

| Current Affairs

By November, more than 84 million people had been forced from their homes, according to UNHCR data GENEVA, Switzerland, Pandemic-related travel restrictions may have put a dent on international migration figures in 2021, but the number of people forced to leave their homes, due to conflict and persecution, rose to record highs. By November, more than 84 million people…

UNMISS support Eastern Equatoria communities to revitalize resolutions of cattle migration peace conference

December 29, 2021

| Relationships

The peacekeeping mission assisted the state government and the feuding communities in arranging a belated follow-up conference to address numerous accumulated issues JUBA, South Africa. “People here are happy now and life is good. We can again walk to our farms and harvest our sorghum, without fear. We are having peace and will live and eat together,” says Regina…

UN Women Uganda launches 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign

December 28, 2021

The event is aimed at raising awareness at the local and national levels about violence against women and its impact on national development The National Launch for Uganda’s 16 Days of Activism campaign took place in Kamdini, Oyam District on26 November 2021. This launch was organized following multiple consultative National Organising Committee (NOC) meetings, led by the Ministry of…

Alcohol confiscations on the up once more

December 28, 2021

The City’s enforcement staff have confiscated nearly 5 500 bottles of alcohol since 16 December CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Following a dramatic dip in confiscations last summer when beaches were summarily closed due to lockdown restrictions, the City notes with concern that many people continue to disregard the by-laws prohibiting alcohol in public spaces. The City’s enforcement staff have…

Norway supports improved learning and nutrition in Malawi through home-grown school feeding

December 28, 2021

Through the home-grown school feeding model, food commodities for school meals will be supplied by 1,000 smallholder farmers, particularly women LILONGWE, Malawi, The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution of NOK 13.4 million (USD 1.5 million) from the Government of Norway to support the provision of locally produced school meals for 50,000 primary school learners in Malawi….

UNESCO Marks Semi-centennial Anniversary of Biosphere Preservation

December 28, 2021

| Current Affairs

The UN cultural agency commemorated on Monday the 50th anniversary of its Man and the Biosphere Programme (MAB), which created in 1971, has been promoting a long-lasting connection between people and nature “This is really a programme for the people, because people are part of nature…so they are incorporated in nature protection but also in sustainable use of natural…

Isabel Maganga appointed acting Equity Bank Tanzania Managing Director

December 27, 2021

| Business, Current Affairs, Financials, Home Slide Show, Top News

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania 24th December 2021 –Equity Bank Tanzania has announced the appointment of Ms. Isabel Maganga as the new Managing Director in an acting capacity with effect from 23rd December 2021. Ms. Maganga is a career banker with over fifteen years of experience. She holds a Master of Science in Finance and Investments from Coventry University, a…

East African single currency underway 2024

December 25, 2021

| Current Affairs

Arusha,: East African Community Partner States are in the process of harmonizing critical policies and putting in place the requisite institutions to attain a single currency for the region by 2024 as outlined in the EAC Monetary Union Protocol. EAC Secretary General Amb. Liberat Mfumukeko said that the Bill for the establishment of the East African Monetary Institute (EAMI) had…

UNESCO and the Embassy of Italy launch graffiti mural on creating awareness on migration information

December 22, 2021

| Current Affairs

Welcoming participants at the launch, the UNESCO Ghana Country Representative, Mr. Diallo Abdourahamane stated that, the media play a crucial role in raising awareness on the risks related to migration ACCRA, Ghana, The graffiti mural in Accra is to amplify awareness on the need for access to quality information on migration amongst young people. Funded by the Italian government…

State Visit of President of the Republic of South Africa his Excellency Mr. Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa to Ghana on 3rd-6th December 2021

December 22, 2021

| Relationships

President Ramaphosa undertook the State Visit to Ghana from 4th to 5th December, 2021, on the third leg of a four-nation visit to West Africa which includes Nigeria, Cote D’Ivoire and Senegal PRETORIA, South Africa, President Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa arrived in Accra, Ghana on the evening of Friday 3rd December, 2021, at the invitation of the President of the Republic…

Nationwide novel polio vaccine rolled out in Egypt, in Region first

December 22, 2021

| Current Affairs, Health

Egypt is the first country in the Eastern Mediterranean Region to use nOPV2, a next-generation version of the existing type 2 monovalent OPV (mOPV2) CAIRO, Egypt, A nationwide campaign to vaccinate 16.5 million children under age five with novel oral polio vaccine type 2 (nOPV2) began this week in Egypt. Egypt is the first country in the Eastern Mediterranean…

Finland invests in fighting climate change in North Africa

December 22, 2021

Finland will allocate EUR 39.73 million in funding for the High Impact Partnership on Climate Action (HIPCA) launched by the EBRD Finland will strengthen its role in the fight against climate change through an investment in a new partnership launched by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The funding will be targeted at climate action in North…

Six East African youth projects raise awareness about African World Heritage

December 22, 2021

| Current Affairs

The youth-led projects took different approaches to raising awareness of the importance of World Heritage among youth in the Eastern Africa region The six winning projects for the first Africa World Heritage Day (AWHD) Youth Competition for Eastern Africa were successfully completed in December 2021. Organized in collaboration with UNESCO National Commissions in the beneficiary countries (Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania…

Government presents Budget Framework Paper

December 22, 2021

| Current Affairs

The NBFP and the medium-term lays out planned interventions for enhancing Uganda’s economic growth, consistent with government’s Macroeconomic objectives KAMPALA, Uganda, The National Budget Framework Paper (NBFP) for Financial Year 2022/23 has been presented before Parliament. The NBFP presented by the Minister of State for Finance, Planning and Economic Development (Planning), Hon Henry Musasizi, in line with the Public…

UNESCO, Huawei and the Government of Kenya launch the DigiSchool pilot project on school connectivity

December 22, 2021

| Education, Finance, Technology

The pilot project was launched on December 17, 2021 in Maragima Primary School, Nyeri County, one of the 13 beneficiary schools As part of the Global Education Coalition (GEC), UNESCO and Huawei, in collaboration with the Government of Kenya through the Ministries of Education; ICT, Innovation and Youth Affairs; and the ICT Authority, have provided free internet connectivity to 13…

IMF Staff Completes 2021 Article IV Mission to Djibouti

December 22, 2021

| Current Affairs

Djibouti’s large-scale infrastructure investments have driven strong economic growth in recent years, but the benefits have not been widely shared WASHINGTON D.C., United States of America, Large port-related infrastructure investments have boosted growth in recent years, but also increased macroeconomic vulnerabilities while generating few jobs and little tax revenue; The COVID-19 pandemic and the conflict in neighboring Ethiopia have…

Make Tanzania’s agricultural sector more transformative- call to Public and Private sector Actors.

December 22, 2021

| Agriculture, Business, Home Slide Show, Top News

By Anthony Muchoki and Ms Stella Clara Massawe Tanzania’s 6th phase government is intensely focused on accelerating private sector development, the Deputy Permanent Secretary (DPS), Prime Minister Office Mr Kaspar Mmuya has assured. He said the government, through the Second Agriculture Sector Development Programme (ASDP II), has articulated the central role of the private sector in agriculture. According to…

UNDRR ROAS Making Cities Resilient 2030 Webinar: Empowering Local Governments in Tunisia

December 21, 2021

| Current Affairs

Mayors and representatives of different municipal councils attended the webinar, which aimed to encourage Tunisian municipalities to join the MCR2030 programme The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR), Regional Office for Arab States (ROAS) and the Ministry of Local Affairs and Environment in the Republic of Tunisia organized a national webinar under the title “Resilient Cities: Introduction to…

Paylend, a Kenyan FinTech company raises $2 million seed investment from Next Chymia Consulting HK Limited

December 21, 2021

| Current Affairs

This investment will help Paylend grow its operation in the Kenyan market and open new markets in Tanzania, Zambia and Nigeria as part of its next 3 years growth plan NAIROBI, Kenya, Paylend (www.Paylend.africa), a Kenyan FinTech startup focused on providing access to finance and digitizing MSMEs in Kenya have today announced that it has raised $2 million dollars…

Uganda, DR Congo Speaker’s Root for Regional, Economic Cooperation

December 21, 2021

| Relationships

Oulanyah and Lukwebo rooted for regional federation to ease market accessibility of goods and services if the two neighbouring countries are to attain regional economic transformation KAMPALA, Uganda, The Speaker of Parliament, Jacob Oulanyah and the President of the Senate of the DR Congo, H.E. Modeste Bahati Lukwebo have agreed to foster bilateral relations that better the lives of…

Parliament to support early childhood care laws

December 21, 2021

The Executive Committee of the Association argues that the ECCE has a huge stake in the education sector of the country KAMPALA, Uganda, Pre-Primary Teacher Training Institutions’ Association-Uganda (PPTIA) has asked the Speaker, Jacob Oulanyah, to cause government to establish a formidable and credible policy that will lead to the establishment of an Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE)…

Mauritius Fire and Rescue Service receives 13 Trailer Mounted Pumps to the tune of Rs 20 million

December 21, 2021

The acquisition of these high-volume trailer mounted flood pumps will enable the removal of large volumes of water (up to 5000/6000 litres per minute) from flooded areas PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, The Mauritius Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) received, today, during a Handing-Over Ceremony held at the Coromandel Fire Station, 13 Trailer Mounted Pumps to the tune of Rs 20…

Coronavirus-Nigeria: Accelerating COVID-19 vaccination uptake among People Living with HIV in Nigeria

December 21, 2021

| Current Affairs, Health

There is a pressing need to address the inequalities fueling the twin pandemics of HIV and COVID-19 including stronger support for community-led responses ABUJA, Nigeria, The emergence of the COVID 19 omicron variant, has continued to rage, with attendant consequences. The situation is posing an even greater strain on progress with ending AIDS, disrupting HIV prevention and treatment services,…

Civil Society Innovation Fund- Project launching preparation Meeting

December 21, 2021

The projects are expected to start in February and March and develop activities in many regions and cities ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, The AFD Board approved the funding of the Civil Society Innovation Fund (CSIF) On December 15, 2021. The program aims at strengthening the diversification and innovation of Ethiopian civil society, ensuring a pluralistic and democratic organizational sphere, novel and creative…

Producer Organizations have a key role to play in improving social protection coverage in Africa

December 21, 2021

| Current Affairs

FAO knowledge exchange on extending social protection to rural households ACCRA, Ghana, We must not programme for farmers, but with farmers – this message was echoed by panelists and speakers throughout FAO’s recent Regional Knowledge Exchange webinar, Exploring the role of producer organizations in the extension of social protection to rural households (15 December 2021). The webinar was organized…

New Economic Analysis Calls for Solutions to Address Macro and Gender Imbalances to Unlock Malawi’s Full Inclusive Growth Potential

December 21, 2021

The 14th edition of the MEM, Addressing Macro and Gender Imbalances, highlights how Malawi’s economic growth for 2022 is projected to pick up to 3% LILONGWE, Malawi, Closing the wide gender gap in economic opportunities could lift more people out of poverty and unlock Malawi’s full inclusive growth potential, the latest World Bank Malawi Economic Monitor (MEM) shows. The…

Statement at the End of an IMF Staff Visit to Mozambique

December 21, 2021

| Current Affairs

The Mozambican economy is recovering from a sharp contraction, following several years of economic shocks An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team led by Mr. Alvaro Piris conducted discussions virtually in the context of the 2021 Article IV Consultation with Mozambique ended on December 16, 2021. At the end of the mission, Mr. Piris issued the following statement: The…

Cross border conference promotes peaceful coexistence between pastoralists and host communities in Northern Bahr El-Ghazal

December 21, 2021

| Relationships

The groups were brought together for a three-day internal border conference by the Civil Affairs Division of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan in Aweil JUBA, South Sudan, A special committee involving representatives from nomadic groups and host communities has been set up to monitor the implementation of local agreements and help draft new laws governing resource management…

Canon Unveils its Mighty New Outdoor PTZ Camera, the CR-X300

December 20, 2021

| Current Affairs, Tech

This high quality, versatile camera gives outdoor remote production teams a robust camera solution Canon (www.Canon-CNA.com) today announces the expansion of its remote camera system line-up, with the launch of the CR-X300 – a small, robust PTZ camera. Joining Canon’s current range of PTZ cameras, which includes the CR-N500, CR-N300 and CR-X500, the CR-X300 offers high-quality 4K video output…

United States Awards $45,000 to Zambian Community Organizations

December 20, 2021

The grants focus on various sectors including food security, education, and health, and will expand economic opportunities and improve the standard of living in communities in five provinces LUSAKA, Zambia, The U.S. Embassy has awarded $45,000 (K745,000) to nine Zambian community-based organizations through the U.S. Ambassador’s Special Self-Help small grant program. The grants focus on various sectors including food security,…

TECNO Security Response Center Demonstrates Commitment to the InfoSec Community

December 20, 2021

| Current Affairs, Tech

TECNO Security Response Center affirms commitment to the digital security community, sponsors Security BSides and offers prizes and gifts to detect vulnerabilities Serious in its commitment to digital information security, TECNO Security Response Center (SRC) (https://bit.ly/3e6nOyH) sponsored the latest Security BSides in Ahmedabad, India in 2021. More than 400 security specialists and professionals attended the conference, fostering cooperation and…

Among flags off construction of Shs71bn irrigation scheme

December 20, 2021

| Agriculture, Current Affairs

She tasked the Ministry of Agriculture to closely monitor its implementation to ensure that the multibillion project is not mismanaged KAMPALA, Uganda, The Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among, has broken ground for the construction of Shs71billion Acomai irrigation scheme in Kamutur Sub-county in Bukedea District. The project, which is under the Agricultural Value Chain Development Programme being implemented…

Universal Children’s Day 2021: Parents and duty bearers sensitised on rights and responsibilities

December 20, 2021

| Current Affairs

The Day lays emphasis on the importance of child rights and building a better future for them as they are the leaders of tomorrow PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, An interactive session was held, this morning, at Roches Noires Multipurpose Complex, in the context of Universal Children’s Day 2021 (UCD), to sensitise parents and duty bearers on the rights and responsibilities…

Mastercard Foundation launched the COVID-19 Recovery and Resilience Programme (CRRP) to help micro- small- medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to respond to and withstand the impact of pandemic

December 20, 2021

NAIROBI, Kenya. When the first case of COVID-19 was detected in Kenya in March 2020, it marked the beginning of a long journey of business uncertainty, disruption and great anxiety for entrepreneurs of all categories. It was especially hard for micro-enterprises and other small businesses, which traditionally do not have cash reserves or multiple income streams, to cushion them …

Ahead of the Fifth Global Conference on the Least Developed Countries: A New Report Monitors the Challenges of Arab Countries

December 20, 2021

| Current Affairs

ESCWA Executive Secretary Rola Dashti reiterated her call for considering the humanitarian, development and peace nexus as a foundation for all interventions, especially in countries affected by chronic conflict BEIRUT, Lebanon, Arab least developed countries (LDCs) members of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), namely Mauritania, Somalia, the Sudan and Yemen, have been facing…

Mobile Health Units are Saving Lives in Libya

December 20, 2021

UNFPA and its partners have deployed mobile health units throughout the country GHAT, Libya, Rahma was delivering at home when complications arose: obstructed labour, internal bleeding and low haemoglobin levels. The 18-year-old, a migrant from Niger, was rushed to a mobile health unit in Ghat, where after undergoing a Caesarean section and blood transfusion, she gave birth to a…

The African Development Bank appoints Ms Yacine Fal as Acting Vice President, Regional Development, Integration and Business Delivery

December 19, 2021

| Current Affairs, Financials

Ms. Fal joined the African Development Bank as Principal Legal Counsel in the procurement unit (1998-2007) and subsequently served as Manager in charge of the reform implementation team in the office of the President ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.com) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Yacine FAL, currently Director General, Cabinet Office of…

Dr. Al Jasser Chairs 10th Meeting of IsDB Institute Board of Trustees

December 19, 2021

| Current Affairs, Finance

The IsDB Group has prioritized support to its Member Countries in rebuilding their economies JEDDAH, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Islamic Development Bank President and Chairman of IsDB Group, H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, chaired the 10th meeting of the IsDB Institute Board of Trustees (www.IsDB.org), held virtually on 14 December 2021. The board meeting was the first to be held since Dr….

MSGBC2021: Innovative Strategies for Socioeconomic Growth in the MSGBC Region

December 18, 2021

| Current Affairs, Energy

Day two of the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2021 Conference and Exhibition featured a panel discussion presenting effective strategies to promote local content development and capacity building in the region DAKAR, Senegal, Under the theme ‘Innovative Strategies for Socioeconomic Growth,’ day two of the MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2021 Conference and Exhibition, held in Dakar, Senegal, on…

UNESCO: The PM Unveils Announcement Certificate of BRGBO Biosphere Reserve

December 18, 2021

| Current Affairs

The new BRGBO Biosphere Reserve has also been identified by Birdlife International as an important bird area as well as a key biodiversity area owing to the high density of endemic species per square kilometre PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, The Prime Minister, Mr. Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, proceeded this morning, with the unveiling of the announcement certificate and commemorative plaque of…

Senator, Rasha Kelej, Merck Foundation CEO on a mission to support girl education and transform patient care in Africa

December 17, 2021

Dr. Kelej was acknowledged as one of the 100 Most Influential African Women (2019, 2020, 2021) CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, an African woman to hold the position of the first CEO to Merck Foundation (www.Merck-Foundation.com). She is also Senator at the Egyptian Senate, a strong crusader for transforming patient care in Africa and developing countries, passionate…

#MSGBC2021 Project Update: The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG Project

December 17, 2021

| Current Affairs, Energy

The second day of the MSGBC Oil, Gas and Power 2021 Conference and Exhibition featured a panel discussion focusing on a project update on The Greater Tortue Ahmeyim LNG project, located on the maritime border offshore Senegal and Mauritania DAKAR, Senegal, Day two of the MSGBC Oil, Gas and Power 2021 Conference and Exhibition featured a panel discussion on…

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2021 Hosts High Level Awards Ceremony

December 17, 2021

The awards celebrated achievements made by companies and individuals in west Africa’s energy space DAKAR, Senegal, Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) is proud to announce the launch of an award ceremony at the first-ever MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2021 conference and exhibition. The ceremony – which took place on 16 December – celebrated the achievements made by…

A visionary C-arm for a visionary hospital

December 17, 2021

| Current Affairs, Health

The Sidilega Private Hospital has a vision – to create a world-class, fully digitized radiology department that will empower more radiologists to grow their skill set while enabling Botswana to become a leading center of excellence in Southern Africa GABORONE, Botswana, It’s already happening, thanks to Mrs. Isaacs – the visionary Head of Radiology Department, who not only set…

Pictures: Tanzania Joint Agriculture Sector Review 2017-2021

December 17, 2021

| Agriculture, Current Affairs

Stakeholders Validation Workshop Friday, 17th December 2021, supported by AGRA, World Bank and FAO

NBA Africa and Rise Partner to Engage Exceptionally Talented Teenagers around the World

December 16, 2021

| Current Affairs

As part of the Rise Challenge, Rise will select 100 Global Winners from tens of thousands of applicants from around the world to participate in the 2022 Rise Cohort JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Rise Challenge Will See 100 Winners Receive Access to a Lifetime of Benefits, Including Scholarships, Mentorship, Opportunities for Career Development and Funding for Future Ventures for Public…

Trove Finance’s Global Share Dealing app wins 2021 Ecobank Fintech Challenge

December 16, 2021

| Financials, Tech

The Ecobank Fintech Challenge is a flagship event of the Ecobank Group to support and enthuse early stage fintechs from across the African continent ACCRA, Ghana, The leading pan-African Banking Group, Ecobank Group (www.Ecobank.com), announces that Trove Finance, a Nigerian-based global share dealing app, is the winner of the fourth edition of the annual Ecobank Fintech Challenge. The winner…

IMF Executive Board Completes First Review Under the Extended Credit Facility Arrangement and Approves US$212.3 Million Disbursement for the Democratic Republic of the Congo

December 16, 2021

Despite the persistence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the economy is recovering WASHINGTON D.C., United States of America, Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, the rebound in economic activity is stronger than initially projected, supported by higher-than-envisaged mining production and the recovery in non-extractive growth; The conclusion of the first review under the ECF arrangement enables the immediate disbursement of US$212.3 million…

CORRECTION: Nuclear Technology Imbizo 2021 is postponed until March 16th

December 16, 2021

The decision to postpone the event was made after careful consideration and as a consequence of the current COVID-19 Omicron variant JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Nuclear Technology Imbizo will now take place on the 16th and 17th of March in the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The decision to postpone the event was made after careful consideration and as a consequence of…

2 Former African Heads of State Join AWF Global Board of Trustees

December 16, 2021

| Current Affairs

H.E Issoufou Mahamadou and H.E Hailemariam Desalegn aim to work alongside their peers to ensure that wildlife and wild lands thrive in a modern Africa NAIROBI, Kenya, The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) (www.AWF.org) has onboarded two former African heads of state — H.E. Issoufou Mahamadou, former President of Niger and H.E. Hailemariam Desalegn, former Ethiopian Prime Minister — to…

Sustainability Takes Centre Stage

December 16, 2021

Corporate sustainability in practice was under the microscope at a special Expo 2020 Dubai edition of the Canon Frontiers of Innovation thought-leadership series DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Corporate sustainability moves from the sidelines to centre stage; Big businesses embracing a triple bottom line see positive business returns; Growing commitment by corporates to helping achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals…

IMF Executive Board Concludes Annual Discussions on CEMAC Common Policies, and Common Policies in Support of Member Countries Reform Programs

December 16, 2021

| Current Affairs

CEMAC experienced a smaller-than-anticipated economic contraction in 2020, as non-oil activity recovered in late 2020, supported by the relaxation of containment measures and stronger fiscal stimulus IMF Executive Board Concludes Annual Discussions on CEMAC Common Policies, and Common Policies in Support of Member Countries Reform Programs. The almost two-years pandemic-related crisis has left CEMAC with a fragile external position….

FAO pilots innovative tool to support One Health operationalization in United Republic of Tanzania

December 16, 2021

| Current Affairs, Health

One Health is an integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimize the health of people, animals and ecosystems The FAO One Health Monitoring Tool aids local, national and regional entities to assess progress made and identify gaps. The Tanzania One Health Coordination Desk, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO),…

TECNO Announces Innovative Memory Fusion Technology to Boost RAM and Apps Running Efficiency

December 15, 2021

| Current Affairs, Tech

Memory Fusion Technology was designed to make use of unused read-only memory (ROM) and channel them for RAM operations HONG KONG, Hong Kong, TECNO (www.TECNO-mobile.com), a rising superstar as a global smartphone brand of the new generation, announced the release of a new virtual Random Access Memory (RAM) expansion technology for its users to increase the RAM capacity of…

Council of Ministers of African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) on 14 December 2021 in Algiers, People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria

December 15, 2021

| Current Affairs, Energy

Top on the agenda of the Ministerial discussions was the Future of the Oil and Gas industry in Africa in the light of the Global pursuit of Energy Transition JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, The Council of Ministers of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organization (APPO) just ended its 41st Ministerial Session with a resolve to continue the exploitation of its Member Countries’…

TECNO to Deploy Sensor Shift with Latest Technical Innovations, Leading the New Trend for Android Phones

December 15, 2021

| Current Affairs, Tech

Sensor Shift stabilizes images using sensor movements to compensate for vibrations rather than using lens movements as in existing cameras HONG KONG, Hong Kong, A premium smartphone brand focused on global emerging markets, TECNO (TECNO-Mobile.com), outlined an array of its latest technologies and achievements at a webinar entitled “Global Mobile Camera Trends 2022: Innovation Talk” (https://bit.ly/3yom1hM). One eye-catching development…

IMF Staff Completes Mission for the First Review of the Extended Fund Facility for the Republic of Gabon

December 15, 2021

| Current Affairs

Economic growth is expected to reach 1.5 percent in 2021 and accelerate in 2022 to 3 percent as the recovery gains steam WASHINGTON D.C., United States of America, The Gabonese authorities and IMF staff made significant progress in discussions on the actions needed to complete the first review supported by the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), and on economic policies…

Canon brings the precision and simplicity of the EOS R3 to its range of professional cameras

December 15, 2021

| Business, Tech

Building on user feedback and the success of the EOS R3, Canon’s latest firmware levels up the EOS R5, EOS R6 and EOS-1D X Mark III DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Canon (Canon-CNA.com) today announces firmware updates for the EOS R5 (firmware v1.50), EOS R6 (firmware v1.50) and EOS-1D X Mark III (firmware v1.60). Following the recent launch of the EOS R3,…

African Development Bank’s Board of Directors approves the institution’s borrowing program for 2022

December 15, 2021

| Current Affairs, Financials

The Bank will continue to promote the development and deepening of African capital markets through the issuance of local currency-denominated debt ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, The 2022 borrowing program of the African Development Bank has been approved by the Board of Directors for up to $10 billion to be raised from the capital markets. The African Development Bank is…

Nuclear Technology Imbizo 2021

December 15, 2021

The participants for Nuclear Technology Imbizo 2021 will bring ideas, innovations and best practices that have made a difference in the past decade and going forward JOHANNESBURG, The Nuclear Industry Association of South Africa (NIASA) (http://NIASA.co.za/) in collaboration with South African Young Nuclear Professionals Society (SAYNPS), Women in Nuclear South Africa (WINSA) and Southern African Radiation Protection Society (SARPA)…

2021 Visa Openness Index calls for easier travel to propel Africa out of Covid-19 slump

December 15, 2021

| Current Affairs, Tech

Published yearly since 2016, the Index measures African countries’ openness to travellers from elsewhere on the continent ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast, Opening up Africa’s borders to travel will drive investment and an economic rebound, according to the authors of the 2021 Africa Visa Openness Index (https://bit.ly/3IPoRkJ). Published yearly since 2016, the Index measures African countries’ openness to travellers from elsewhere…

Addressing the Gender Dimensions of Corruption

December 15, 2021

| Current Affairs

At the COSP there will be a high-level panel on “Women Leaders in Integrity: considerations for an inclusive recovery” with the Executive Director of UNODC, Ghada Waly. Several side events related to gender and corruption will also take place CAIRO, Egypt, Corruption harms people of all genders because it reduces trust in institutions and erodes the foundations of democracy…

Power Scarcity In Sub-Saharan zone

December 15, 2021

Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) now constitutes the region with lowest number of people on electricity supply, subjecting women and girls to rights abuses, energy experts meeting at a Pan African Climate Justice Alliance organized meeting currently ongoing in Egypt have said. Currently, around one in two people in sub Saharan Africa, roughly 75% of the global total, have no electricity. …

Mineral Resources and Energy on pricing of projects under the Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (RMIPPPP)

December 14, 2021

The payment mechanism in the PPA allows Eskom to compensate the IPP for the Capacity available, energy output and ancillary services PRETORIA, South Africa, Pricing of projects under the Risk Mitigation Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (RMIPPPP) The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has noted inaccurate media reports on the pricing of projects appointed as Preferred Bidders under…

U.S. Mission to Uganda Releases 2021 Report to the Ugandan People

December 14, 2021

| Current Affairs

The report tells the story of the United States’ enduring partnership with the Ugandan people, focusing on the impact of our work to promote economic growth and employability KAMPALA, Uganda, The U.S. Mission in Uganda released today the 2021 Report to the Ugandan People. The report tells the story of the United States’ enduring partnership with the Ugandan people, focusing on the…

Post-COVID-19 Recovery and Economic Transformation Will Be Increasingly Service-Sector-Led

December 14, 2021

| Current Affairs, Financials

Prior to the pandemic, Kenya saw strong growth in employment among the higher-skilled services sub-sectors NAIROBI, Kenya, Kenya has a very dynamic private sector, with a relatively high entry rate of new firms, in comparison to other countries with similar levels of per capita income. These firms do face challenges in terms of scaling up – most firms in…

MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2021 to Host High Level Awards Ceremony

December 14, 2021

| Current Affairs, Energy, Industrials

Taking place on the 16th of December, the awards aim to celebrate achievements made by companies and individuals in west Africa’s energy space DAKAR, Senegal, Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) is proud to announce the launch of an award ceremony at the first-ever MSGBC Oil, Gas & Power 2021 (https://bit.ly/3dSCodc) conference and exhibition. Taking place on the evening…

New interactive report shows Africa’s growing hunger crisis

December 14, 2021

| Current Affairs

Leaders of three regional agencies call for more action on agrifood systems transformation in the face of worsening hunger and malnutrition ACCRA, Ghana, A new, interactive digital report launched today shows that the number of hungry people in Africa continues to rise, spurred by conflict, climate change and economic slowdowns including those triggered by COVID-19. The African Union Commission (AUC), the…

Vertiv Partners with Tech Consortium to Lead Low-Carbon Fuel Cell Development for Data Centres

December 14, 2021

| Companies, Current Affairs, Tech

Consortium of seven organizations chosen by the Clean Hydrogen Partnership to develop a next-generation fuel cell platform to ensure a greener future for data centres across the world DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Vertiv (https://bit.ly/3ymc18R) (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, today announced the Clean Hydrogen Partnership will provide EUR 2.5 million to help…

Call for one people, one nation resonates with audiences celebrating Human Rights Day in Malakal

December 14, 2021

| Current Affairs

The event, hosted by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, also marked the conclusion of the 16 Days of Activism campaign against gender-based violence JUBA, South Sudan, “One people, one nation,” croons one of South Sudan’s most popular singers, Garang Ateny, as hundreds of people sing along and sway to the beat of the uplifting music. The performer…

Hazards Abound but Migrants Risk Horn of Africa Route for a Better Life

December 13, 2021

| Current Affairs

Migrants often leave their homes without being aware of the risks ahead BOSASO, Somalia, Jafar had two wishes. The first was to see his family again. He couldn’t remember when he left Ethiopia; perhaps eight months ago, maybe a year. Financial problems in the teenager’s hometown convinced him that reaching Saudi Arabia would be his best bet at making…

Following Nigeria’s Example: Developing Marginal Fields Is More Important Than Ever for Africa (By NJ Ayuk)

December 13, 2021

Marginal field development has also allowed indigenous companies to step out from oil majors’ shadow and thrive JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, (By NJ Ayuk, Chairman, African Energy Chamber). Nigerian energy-industry leaders have been reminiscing lately about the country’s earliest efforts to develop marginal oil and gas fields. That’s because after nearly two decades, Nigeria recently stepped up its marginal-field development efforts,…

The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) Upgrades its Dubai Presence to Build Stronger Bridges between Africa and Global Markets

December 13, 2021

| Business, Current Affairs

This expansion of the MCB’s scope to the Middle Eastern region is aligned with its mandate to further facilitate transactions to and from Africa PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, The Mauritius Commercial Bank (MCB) (www.MCB.mu) announces that it has been licensed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority to provide Advising and Arranging services. Mr Sebastian Graewert has been appointed as the…

The African Nature Based Tourism Platform – Connecting Funders to Beneficiaries in 11 Countries in Eastern and Southern Africa

December 13, 2021

| Current Affairs

The African Nature-Based Tourism Platform seeks to connect funders to communities and small and medium enterprises involved in nature-based tourism in 11 African countries DURBAN, South Africa, The newly launched African Nature-Based Tourism Platform (NatureBasedTourism.Africa) is 8 months into its first year of the three-year project phase. It is an innovative collaboration to channel vital COVID-19 relief and recovery…

Cassava Technologies and Mitsui Sign a Memorandum of Understanding to Accelerate Digital Transformation in Africa

December 13, 2021

| Current Affairs, Energy

Partnership will further development of digital infrastructure and services in Africa Cassava Technologies (CassavaTechnologies.com), Africa’s first integrated tech company of continental scale, today announced that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Mitsui & Co., Ltd (Mitsui), one of Japan’s largest global conglomerates. Cassava Technologies and Mitsui share a common vision of facilitating digital transformation across…

U.S.-Africa Committee to Host a Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol in Washington D.C. to Discuss Opportunities for U.S. Investors in South Sudan’s Oil Sector and Energy Transition

December 13, 2021

| Current Affairs

There are opportunities in South Sudan and Africa to advance the agenda of sustainability The U.S.-Africa Committee of the African Energy Chamber’s (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) will host a Power Breakfast on Thursday 16th December 2021 at The Army And Navy Club 901 17th St NW, Washington D.C., featuring the participation of Hon. Puot Kang Chol, the Minister of Petroleum for the…

The concessional Team Europe financing package comprises a EUR 75 million loan from the EIB and EUR 7.5 million European Commission grant

December 13, 2021

| Current Affairs, Finance

Ghana to benefit from largest EIB (www.EIB.org)support for COVID health investment in Africa, with EUR 75 million investment loan from the EIB, alongside EUR 7.5 million European Commission grant; Ghanaian and EIB leaders discuss strengthening health and economic resilience in Africa, local vaccine manufacturing and private sector support; EIB President confirms new business, renewable energy and digital investment and…

The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation Launches Four-Part Documentary Series on Senegal’s Groundnut Sector

December 13, 2021

Documentary to air on Africanews and Afrique Media TV this December DAKAR, Senegal, The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC) (www.ITFC-idb.org) will be releasing a series of four (4) short documentaries that showcase the depth of ITFC’s interventions in the Groundnut sector in Senegal. Called The ITFC Groundnut Project: Full Cycle, the documentary will air on Africanews from 16th to 31st December…

Setting The Wheels Of Sustainability In Motion – Moments That Matter (By Muhammad Muheisen)

December 13, 2021

A photograph can compel you to take action or make you cry or even transport you back to the happiest moment of your lives DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, By Muhammad Muheisen, Canon (www.Canon-CNA.com) Ambassador, National Geographic Photography and Founder of Everyday Refugees There is no denying that photography has an immense power to evoke emotions, move our minds, touch…

L’UNESCO forme 400 enseignants en prévention de grossesses précoces et non désirées, de VIH/Sida et de violences basées sur le genre en milieu scolaire dans les deux académies de Bamako

December 13, 2021

| Current Affairs, Education

Elle rentre dans le cadre de renforcement de capacités des enseignants, prévu dans le PRODEC 2 à travers des formations continues, en matière d’éducation à la santé et au bien-être BAMAKO, Mali, Les 20-21, 27-28 novembre et 4 – 5 décembre 2021, ont eu lieu à la Maison des ainés de Bamako les ateliers de formation des enseignants sur…

IMF Staff Completes 2021 Article IV Mission to Morocco

December 11, 2021

| Current Affairs

International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team led by Roberto Cardarelli conducted virtual discussions with the Moroccan authorities on the 2021 Article IV Consultation WASHINGTON D.C., United States of America, Morocco’s economy is rebounding. The economic recovery is expected to continue over the next few years, although the COVID-19 pandemic will leave some scars; the authorities have embarked on a…

Building for the future of Africa’s energy industry takes the spotlight on Day Two of the US-Africa Energy Forum

December 11, 2021

| Current Affairs, Energy, Tech

Technological advancement in energy is a guaranteed force of change in the coming years and with the global focus on addressing issues of climate change, it becomes clear that US-Africa relationships will play a major role in developing and enabling the future of African energy HOUSTON, United States of America, Day two of the US-Africa Energy Forum in Houston,…

Conflict, economic fragility and rising food prices drive up hunger in West and Central Africa

December 11, 2021

| Current Affairs

26 million people currently do not have sufficient food during the ongoing harvest season DAKAR, Senegal, The number of acutely food insecure people in West and Central Africa has now risen to a record high of 28 million people and trends point toward a further deterioration if support to stem the spread of hunger is not ramped up, two…

Day One of US-Africa Energy Forum answers ‘Why Africa & Why Now’ question

December 10, 2021

| Current Affairs, Energy, Industrials

Ministers and executives from across Africa’s energy industry emphasize that, ‘Africa is open for business’ as the future of the industry looks bright for foreign collaboration and innovation HOUSTON, United States of America, After a strong opening to the US-Africa Energy Forum, ministers and executives dove into the age-old investment proposition, ‘Why Africa and why now?’ If one thing…

US-Africa Energy Forum opens in Houston, Texas asserting the significance of US-Africa relationships for the future of the global energy industry

December 10, 2021

| Current Affairs, Energy, Industrials

The US-Africa Energy Forum just opened in Texas with opening statements focusing on the importance of fostering relationships between the United States and the African continent HOUSTON, United States of America, The US-Africa Energy Forum is off to a strong start at the C. Baldwin Hotel in downtown Houston, Texas. Jude Kearney (Chair of the US-Africa Committee, African Energy…

Clickatell’s 2022 Prediction: Brands Will Prioritize Chat Commerce to Improve the Consumer Experience, Becoming a Multi-Billion Dollar Market

December 10, 2021

| Business, Companies, Current Affairs, Tech

Convergence of fast-growing CPaaS, CCaaS, and Digital Commerce sectors drives adoption of Chat Commerce REDWOOD CITY, California, Clickatell (https://bit.ly/3yfdmhr), a leader in mobile communications and Chat Commerce (https://bit.ly/3GqJr8U), collaborated with senior executives across the CPaaS, CCaaS, and Digital Commerce industries to predict the stand-out trends for 2022. The responses point to the consolidation of all three sectors into a…

Chevron, Equatorial Guinea Sign Production Sharing Contract for Block EG09

December 9, 2021

| Companies, Energy

The agreement marks a significant step in the country’s journey to develop its hydrocarbon resources while reaffirming Chevron’s presence in the country JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, American multinational energy corporation Chevron has signed an agreement with the government of Equatorial Guinea for Block EG09 – located in the Douala Basin on the border of Cameroon. Representing a notable achievement for…

Verdant Capital named best Local Financial Adviser for 2021 by Private Equity Africa

December 9, 2021

| Business, Companies

Now in its 10th year, the PEA awards are the ultimate accolade of success in the African Private Equity industry JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Verdant Capital (Verdant-Cap.com) has been named by Private Equity Africa as the best Local Financial Adviser for 2021. Private Equity Africa, or PEA is an authoritative journal for private equity investors in Africa and into Africa. …

Sustainable print high on the agenda – Canon Frontiers of Innovation, Expo 2020 Dubai

December 9, 2021

| Business, Tech

Digital printing and personalisation are major growth drivers DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, The print industry in Africa and the Middle East is growing despite predictions; Digital printing and personalization are major growth drivers; Sustainability is high on the print industry agenda. The future of print in a digital world was in question even before COVID-19. Yet, according to regional…

Meta Unveils its ‘Africa Year in Review’ for 2021

December 9, 2021

| Current Affairs, Tech

The infographic highlights key Meta successes and milestones across the region, whilst reinforcing its continued commitment to Africa JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, Meta (https://about.facebook.com/Meta/) today released its ‘2021 Africa Year in Review’, an infographic capturing some of the company’s significant investments and initiatives in sub-Saharan Africa this year – focused on driving innovation, connecting communities, helping businesses to grow and…

Clickatell’s Annual CIT Event Addresses How Chat for Customer Experience is Taking the World by Storm

December 9, 2021

| Current Affairs, Tech

The event included insight from global market intelligence and advisory service, IDC, as well as a panel of industry thought leaders LAGOS, Nigeria, Attendees at Clickatell’s (www.Clickatell.com) Connect Interact and Transact (CIT) annual event last week experienced how creating a world where commerce and communications collide is where brands may do their best work for their customers. The event…

UN Volunteers in Northern Bahr El Ghazal plant trees to combat climate change, contribute to food security

December 9, 2021

| Current Affairs

Some 15 UN Volunteers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan joined hands with the state government to plant fruit bearing trees AWEIL, South Sudan, December 5 is annually commemorated as International Day of United Nations Volunteers. In Aweil, Northern Bahr El Ghazal, some 15 UN Volunteers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan joined…

East Africa: Quarter of a million children may have died of starvation this year

December 9, 2021

| Current Affairs

East Africa is currently experiencing the devastating impacts of climate change, with concurrent emergencies like drought and floods across the region leading to mass displacement and severe hunger LONDON, United Kingdom, More than 260,000 children aged under five may have died from extreme hunger or related diseases in East Africa since the start of the year, according to new…

Economic Commission of Africa and Partners release country reports on electricity market regulatory reviews

December 9, 2021

| Current Affairs, Technology

The reports aim to support the crowding-in of scaled private sector investment in generation, networks and off-grid markets ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the RES4Africa Foundation have jointly released a series of country regulatory reviews on electricity markets in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Zambia, South Africa and Ghana. The reports, which aim to support the crowding-in…

FluidRock Governance Academy and Candor Governance first to offer new ISO 37000 governance training globally

December 9, 2021

| Current Affairs

Course on new international governance framework launched by South African 51% Black female-owned business PRETORIA, South Africa, Following the launch of the new International Standard, ISO 37000, FluidRock Governance Academy (www.FluidRock.co.za) and Candor Governance have announced the availability of their virtual course entitled ISO 37000 Governance of Organizations Course, Foundations Level. FluidRock Governance Academy and Candor Governance have partnered…

DHL Global Forwarding expands presence in Algeria with new offices in Algiers and Hassi Messaoud

December 8, 2021

| Business, Companies

Customers of DHL’s Algeria offices can access its digital logistics platform Saloodo!, the entire gamut of CDZ customs brokerage services, and industrial projects DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, DHL (www.DHL.com) to meet growing demand for transport, logistics solutions in Algeria and north Africa; The logistics leader to open an additional office in Oran as part of its growth plans. Following…

Communities Across three Nations to Benefit from Enhanced Coordination of Climate Action

December 8, 2021

| Current Affairs, Finance

The agreement aims to improve cooperation and avoid duplication across climate-related programmes and activities underway in Malawi, Nepal and Liberia GLASGOW, Scotland, The United Nations Capital Development Fund and the NDC Partnership have signed a new agreement that promises to deliver accelerated results under countries’ Nationally Determined Contributions, following urgent calls for action expressed by many nations at COP26….

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