H.E. Mohammed Barkindo, Secretary General of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has urged African oil-producing countries to continue developing their energy sector activities and reassured that OPEC will continue to serve as a viable partner and “assist [them] in whatever way possible.” Speaking during a meeting at the Republic of the Congo’s National […]
African Union and Somalia sign agreement on Mission assistance beyond 2021
Download logo Following two days of closed-door meetings in Mogadishu, the African Union and the Federal Government of Somalia on Thursday, August 19, 2021 signed an agreement on the likely configuration and proposed mandate of the African Union’s support to Somalia beyond December, 2021. “The mandate of the African Union Mission to Somalia (AMISOM) comes […]
Coronavirus – Kenya: COVID-19 Update (24 August 2021)
New cases: 1,166 Sample size: 9,924 Positivity Rate: 11.8% Recoveries: 1,901 Recorded Deaths: 36 Cumulative tests: 2,326,598 Total Confirmed cases: 230,794 Total Recoveries: 215,374 Cumulative Fatalities: 4,564 Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health, Kenya. Media filesDownload logo Source: Apo-Opa
African Development Bank's Youth Entrepreneurship and Innovation Multi-Donor Trust Fund provides more than $7.3 million for youth jobs and skills
In June and July of this year, an African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) technical review committee approved eight project proposals to receive funding in an important milestone for its Jobs for Youth in Africa Strategy. Approved proposals will receive grant funding of more than $7.3 million to operationalize their activities, creating several new enterprises and an […]
OPEC Secretary General Barkindo, Congo Industry Leaders Focused on Building a Strong, Sustainable and Robust Oil and Gas Industry Amid the Energy Transition
Representing the most recent state to join the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), the Republic of Congo is consolidating its role as a regional oil producer and exporter by committing to strengthening collaboration and driving associated investment. A historic working visit undertaken by Secretary General H.E. Mohammed Barkindo and a delegation from OPEC […]
Exploration, Exports and Alleviating Energy Poverty: Congolese Oil will be Instrumental in Africa's Economic Future
The recent state visit by OPEC Secretary General H.E. Mohammed Barkindo to Congo-Brazzaville has reaffirmed the role of oil in Africa’s energy future. Opportunities in Congo-Brazzaville have the potential to drive Africa’s socio-economic development while reaping lucrative returns for industry participants. Having been a major petroleum producer since the 1970s, the home of the African […]
Digital Financial Inclusion in China
China's Experience in Digital Financial Inclusion [1] 1. Background Financial inclusion is the next step in the evolution of financial systems and has played a key role in the development of China's finance. Before 1978, China's macro economy was primarily regulated through fiscal policies, first establishing a modern banking system in 1985 with the creation […]
The Mauritian Diaspora at the Fore of Discussions during a Courtesy Call on the President of the Republic
Download logo The friendly bilateral relations between Mauritius and the Republic of France as well as the Mauritian diaspora in France were at the fore of discussions during a courtesy call, this afternoon, by Mrs Prisca Thevenot, spokesperson of the Presidential Movement of Emmanuel Macron, on the President of the Republic, Mr Prithvirajsing Roopun, at […]
Ending violence against women in Uganda takes a step forward with critical law reforms passed in Parliament
This year, after decades of lobbying and advocacy, the women’s movement in Uganda has reason to celebrate – they successfully ushered the passage of amendments to two outdated laws through Parliament. In March, the passage of the Succession (Amendment) Bill addressed the historical discrimination faced by girls and women due to the law giving preference […]
Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Copies of Credentials of Ambassadors of Senegal and Belgium
Download logo HE the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Ahmed bin Hassan Al Hammadi received today a copies of the credentials of each of HE Dr. Mohammed Habibo Diallo as an Ambassador of the Republic of Senegal, and HE William Asselborn as Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium, separately. HE the Secretary […]