A majority of Africans want their governments to invest more in preparations for future health emergencies, even if doing so will diminish the resources available for other health services, Afrobarometer (www.Afrobarometer.org) surveys show. Africans see health as the second-most important problem requiring government intervention, and only half of them think their governments are ready to […]
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Merck Foundation’s Rasha Kelej marks World Infertility Awareness Month at World Infertility Awareness Summit (WIAS)2024 through releasing first animation film to raise awareness about infertility in Africa and beyond
Watch “More Than a Mother” animation film here: https://apo-opa.co/3yEget6. Merck Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Merck KgaA Germany and Africa Reproductive Care society (ARCS) together conducted the Third Edition of “World Infertility Awareness Summit (WIAS) 2024”. The Summit was co-chaired by Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation and President of “More Than a […]
Deliver Energy Before The ‘Just Transition’ (By Lamé Verre)
By Lamé Verre, Fellow of the Energy Institute | Member of the Global Future Council on Energy Transition at The World Economic Forum Introduction In Africa, with a young demographic, a plethora of socioeconomic development requirements and energy poverty, amongst other pressing issues, meeting the population's minimum energy requirements is crucial and existential. These critical issues […]
United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Confers First-Class Medal of Independence on Ambassador of Kenya
Download logo His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, awarded the First-Class Medal of Independence to His Excellency Kariuki Mugwe, the former Ambassador of the Republic of Kenya to the UAE, on the occasion of the end of his tenure as ambassador to the country. The medal was conferred in appreciation of […]
United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) delegation visits Juba
On 12 August, a UNISFA delegation led by the Acting Head of Mission/Force Commander, Major General Robert Affram arrived in Juba on a four-day official visit. The visit aimed to formerly extend introductory courtesies to the Government of South Sudan officials and to engage with UNMISS leadership. On the first day, the delegation met with the UNMISS OiC Special Representatives of the […]
Uganda: Minister tasked on stalled electricity projects
Download logo Parliament has instructed the Minister for Energy and Minerals Development, Hon. Ruth Nankabirwa to explain the fate of electricity transmission lines constructed in the past years that have not yet been powered. The delayed connectivity, according to MPs, has become a contentious matter with the business community suffering losses. “In Kyetume Parish, the leading […]
‘CheGebeya’: An Innovative Digital Supply Chain Financing Initiative for Micro, Small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Ethiopia
In the ever-evolving economic landscape of Ethiopia, cultivating entrepreneurship is a key driving force in accelerating sustainable development and securing long-lasting growth . A collaborative effort between the UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) and Kifiya Technologies, a digital finance and payment services provider) serves as a source of optimism for emerging entrepreneurs in Ethiopia. ’Chegebeya’ translated […]
Tayebwa orders investigation into Zoka forest depletion
Download logo The Deputy Speaker, Thomas Tayebwa has directed the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources to visit Zoka Forest Reserve in Adjumani District following reports of grave encroachment and depletion. Tayebwa said he watched a television documentary which uncovered illegal lumbering and charcoal burning activities, which he said should be investigated. “It is painful to […]
Government to protect farmers against declining sugarcane prices
Download logo Government has offered to support sugarcane farmers’ value addition efforts as a protective measure against price fluctuations. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Cooperatives – together with that of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, will support farmers through their cooperatives to embark on value addition. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja said registration is the […]
Wheels of Wellness: The World Health Organization (WHO) Bolsters Tanzania’s Health Surveillance efforts with 12 Motorcycles
The World Health Organization (WHO), with funding support from the Irish Fund, has donated 12 motorcycles to the Government of Tanzania. This donation is set to boost the effectiveness of district surveillance officers in monitoring and mentoring health facilities, significantly improving adherence to integrated disease surveillance and response strategies. Efficient disease surveillance is essential for […]