Download logo UNSMIL is deeply concerned by reports of another abduction, this time in Misrata. On 8 July, 29-year-old political activist Al-Moatassim Areebi was abducted by unidentified armed men in civilian clothes along with Mohamed Shtewi. While Mr. Shtewi was released after being beaten, the whereabouts of Mr. Al-Areebi remain unknown. UNSMIL reiterates the call […]
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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) – Funded Bridges Connect Communities in Mundri West County With Markets and Services
Download logo Residents along the rivers Turubwa and Bundri in Mundri West County are rejoicing, and why would they not? Thanks to two new bridges, they are no longer forced to cross sometimes flooded overpasses on foot. “We used to fall into the water with our cassava flour and other crops on our way to […]
Call for Political and Civic Space by Participants Dominates Political Forum in Rumbek
Download logo “During the civil wars of 2013 and 2016, we never imagined a time would come when we could be free to assemble and discuss the future of our nation without fear,” says Stephen Mathiang Deng, Minister for Cabinet Affairs in Lakes state, South Sudan. Minister Deng was speaking at a three-day interaction, supported […]
Enhancing women’s participation in political leadership and decision-making
Download logo As Kenya strives for gender equality, women's participation in political leadership remains a critical focal point. Women face unique challenges in the political arena, necessitating tailored approaches to enhance their opportunities and ensure protection from discrimination. This calls for efforts to support women in decision-making roles, enabling them to effectively advocate for legislation […]
Public Relations in Africa: Breaking Stereotypes and Building New Narratives (By Laila Bastati)
Download logo By Laila Bastati, Chief Commercial Officer, APO Group (https://APO-opa.com/). At APO Group, we believe in the transformative power of public relations and communications to reshape and build new, positive narratives about Africa. Our mission is to amplify the voices of many outstanding individuals and organisations across the continent, showcasing their stories of growth, resilience, and […]
Maximizing Returns: Pioneering Africa's Energy Boom Takes Center Stage at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025
The Invest in African Energy (IAE) forum in Paris has unveiled its 2025 theme: Pioneering Africa's Energy Boom: Strategic Investment for Maximum Returns. This year's event focuses on drawing in new technical and financial partners to harness the vast potential of Africa's energy sector – driving growth and returns on investment. Building on this year’s […]
Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) to Host Second All-Female Basketball Without Borders Camp for Top International Prospects as Part of AT&T WNBA All-Star 2024 in Phoenix
The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), the National Basketball Association (NBA) (www.NBA.com) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) today announced nearly 40 of the top high-school-age prospects from 24 countries outside the U.S. who will travel to Phoenix, Ariz. for the second Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Global girls camp. The event will be held Friday, July […]
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)’s Minister of Industry and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) to Promote Critical Mineral Prospects at Critical Minerals Africa (CMA)
Multilateral development finance institution the African Development Bank announced a $7 million trade finance guarantee facility to Access Bank DR Congo to support Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) and local businesses in February 2024. The financing aims to address the funding shortages that impede the growth of SMEs and their full participation in key economic […]
APO Group Chairman Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard to Share Insights on African Sports and Development at EurAfrican Forum 2024
APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, is glad to announce that its Founder and Chairman, Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard (www.Pompigne-Mognard.com), will be a guest speaker at the seventh edition of the EurAfrican Forum 2024 (www.EurAfricanForum.org). The event, organised by the Portuguese Diaspora Council, will take place at NOVA School of […]
NJ Ayuk Selected as Leading Practitioner in Who’s Who Legal: Energy 2024
African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) Executive Chairman NJ Ayuk has been selected as one of the world’s leading practitioners in the Who’s Who Legal (WWL): Energy 2024 report. Hosted by global legal intelligence platform Lexology, the WWL: Energy 2024 report is a comprehensive source of international legal updates, analysis and insights on law firms and […]