Download logo The ongoing reforms within the health sector received a boost following the launch of a Centre of Excellence for Cancer Research and Training at the Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital. The initiative, a collaboration between Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital, the University of Manchester and The Christie Foundation seeks […]
Kenya: Documents on TB and asthma management launched
The Ministry of Health has launched revised key policy documents that will guide the management of Tuberculosis and Asthma in the country. Acting Director General for health Dr Patrick Amoth who officiated at the launch ahead of the World TB-day scheduled for March 24, 2022 noted that the documents will provide up to date information […]
IMF Staff Completes 2022 Article IV Consultation Mission to Burundi
Download logo The Burundian economy recovered moderately in 2021 and is expected to strengthen further in 2022, despite the effects of the war in Ukraine. In the medium term, Burundi will continue to grapple with the challenges of balancing priority social, development and COVID-19-related spending with external and debt sustainability; the current account deficit widened in […]
Qatari Aid Arrives in Somalia to Tackle Drought
45 tons of food baskets have arrived at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu to tackle the drought in Somalia. The aid has been sent from Qatar Fund for Development and Qatar Charity, in cooperation with the Amiri Air Force. The delivery of aid was attended by HE Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation Duran […]
Celebrating international women's month through resilience building in Zimbabwe
Download logo The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) in Zimbabwe today joined the citizens of Zimbabwe, the UN family and other development partners in celebrating the international women’s month through a virtual tour of projects in the Zvishavane district. The objective of the virtual tour was to showcase the impact of […]
South Africa Chairs the 66th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women
Download logo South Africa has assumed responsibility as the Chair of the 66th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW66) that is taking place at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York, from 14 – 25 March 2022. The South African delegation is led by the Minister of Women, Youth and […]
Tensions rise in Libya as risk of 'parallel governments' grows, Security Council hears
Amid a political impasse that threatens to see Libya fractured again by two parallel governments, the priority must be maintaining hard-won gains and fulfilling the electoral aspirations of nearly three million registered voters, the UN political affairs chief told the Security Council on Wednesday. Rosemary DiCarlo, Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, also spotlighted an increase […]
Namibia's International Energy Conference Puts a Spotlight on Leveraging the Energy Mix and the Future of Africa's Energy Sector
The 4th edition of Namibia’s International Energy Conference (NIEC), which has become the official meeting place for the energy industry, will be held from 20 – 21 April 2022 in Windhoek, Namibia, under the theme “The energy mix: positioning for industrialisation, investment and growth”. Organised by RichAfrica Consultancy with the support of the Africa Energy […]
U.S. Government Invests in Infrastructure in Cabo Delgado with Bridge and Road Reconstruction Project
The U.S. Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), announced new support for bridge construction and road repair in Cabo Delgado. The repairs and construction will allow safer travel between the province’s southern and northern districts, foster economic growth, and improve access for humanitarian assistance. The work will focus on the portion […]
UNMISS organizes forum on ongoing peace processes for religious leaders
Download logo An UNMISS-funded panel discussion for religious leaders in South Sudan’s capital, Juba, had a single focus: Infusing fresh momentum into the ongoing peace process by exploring progress made, challenges faced, and most importantly, highlighting the vital role faith-based leaders can play in galvanizing the push for peace. The interactive sessions witnessed a frank […]