Africa: Online Press Briefing with Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Molly Phee

[ad_1] Washington, DC — MODERATOR: Good afternoon from the State Department’s Brussels Media Hub. I would like to welcome everyone joining us for today’s virtual press briefing. We are very honored to be joined by the Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of African Affairs, Molly Phee. A quick reminder that today’s briefing is on the record. And with that, why don’t we go ahead and get started. Assistant Secretary Phee, thank you so much for joining us today. I’ll turn […]

January 31, 2024

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Haiti police deployment to go ahead – Kenya's Ruto

[ad_1] President Ruto says it will start "as soon as next week" despite court declaring it unconstitutional. [ad_2] Source link

January 31, 2024

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Kenyan President Ruto says Haiti mission to go ahead soon despite court ruling

[ad_1] President Ruto says it will start "as soon as next week" despite courts declaring it unconstitutional. [ad_2] Source link

January 31, 2024

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Africa: Judgments to Be Delivered

[ad_1] [africancourt] The Judges of the African Court on Human & People's Rights will on 13th February 2024 deliver the following judgements at the beginning of the 72nd Ordinary Session of the Court. The delivery of decisions will be accessible via live streaming in both English and French, with simultaneous interpretation in Arabic, English, French and Kiswahili. [ad_2] Source link

January 31, 2024

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Africa: Well-Developed Africa Mutually Beneficial to Europe, Rest of the World – Pres Akufo-Addo

[ad_1] The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has called on world leaders to recognize that the increasing levels of inter-dependency amongst the comity of nations translates into shared destinies, whether good or bad, across the globe. Speaking at the annual Africa Day event, on Tuesday, 30th January, 2024, Vienna, Austria, President Akufo-Addo told the gathering of global leaders that, he believes a well-developed and prosperous Africa would be good, not just for us Africa, but also for […]

January 31, 2024

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Africa Seeks Commercial Ties With Advanced Countries – Premier

[ad_1] Receives first aircraft built in Ethiopia Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) reportedly made the call to developed countries to forge trade and investment relations with the African continent including Ethiopia. The Premier is said to have made the above remark in the Italy-Africa Summit yesterday in Rome. Planning and Development Minister Fitsum Assefa (PhD) told local media that Abiy's summit address was focused on Ethiopia's infrastructural development activities including road, renewable energy as well as an industry sector. "Despite […]

January 31, 2024

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Africa: 2023 Corruption Perceptions Index – Corruption Diverting Resources from Public Services in Sub-Saharan Africa

[ad_1] Most countries not making progress against corruption Berlin, 30 January 2024 – The 2023 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released today by Transparency International indicates a region consistently marked by its poor performance, with most African nations showing stagnation or failing to make progress against corruption. Significant improvement has been noted in countries like Seychelles (71), Angola (33) and Côte d'Ivoire (40). The findings underscore the persistent challenges faced by the region, rooted in decades of severe underfunding in public […]

January 31, 2024

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Afcon 2023: Six players who could make transfer moves after starring in Ivory Coast

[ad_1] Ashour was outstanding in providing defensive support and bursting forward to boost Egypt's attack during their action-packed Group B campaign.But a concussion prevented the man who has been likened to Pharaohs legend Ahmed Hassan from taking part in their surprise defeat by DR Congo in the last 16.Despite playing substantially fewer minutes than many of his teammates, Ashour still finished near the top of the standings among the squad […]

January 31, 2024

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Africa: Somalia’s Quest for Progress Unveiled Through Data

[ad_1] STORY HIGHLIGHTS The Somali Integrated Household Budget Survey, supported by the World Bank, illuminates the path forward as Somalia transitions from humanitarian relief to sustainable development. The survey achieved a remarkable 96% response rate through innovative strategies such as a purpose-explaining video aired on local TV stations. The survey, conducted amid a devastating drought provides comprehensive data and serves as a compass for decision-makers, offering vital information to address poverty and improve the quality of life in Somalia. When […]

January 31, 2024

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