Download logo The one week training workshop on the use of SDL TRADOS Solutions, a computer assisted translation technology which aids in translating texts effectively and more efficiently ends with a train-the-trainer session, where the specific users delved deep into the TRADOS Studio settings, management of documents and creation of ECOWAS-specific workflows. The session also […]
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United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) supports the setting up of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Joint Operations Centres
As part of its support for the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) has supported the establishment Joint Operations Centres (JOCs) to strengthen operations efficiency in the fight against Al-Shabaab. The JOCs will enable ATMIS personnel, Somali Security Forces, and partners to coordinate, and plan operations, […]
Mauritius ready to host 2022 African Economic Conference – Finance Minister Padayachy
The island nation of Mauritius is set to host the 2022 African Economic Conference (AEC) (https://AEC.AfDB.org) from 9-11 December, its Minister of Finance, Economic Planning and Development, Dr. Renganaden Padayachy, said Thursday at a news conference announcing the event. The African Economic Conference is Africa’s leading forum for discussing the continent’s emerging challenges and opportunities […]
Big guns target Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF)
The Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) has revealed an impressive speaker line-up for its 2022 conference. The programme features several government ministers, the Chair of Morocco’s tourism development agency, the Chair & CEO of Royal Air Maroc and a battery of Africa’s most influential hotel industry executives with the fire power to transform destinations. The […]
President of Zanzibar to visit Oman from Tuesday
His Excellency Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar, will make an official visit to the Sultanate of Oman for several days, starting on Tuesday 11th October 2022. During the visit, aspects of existing cooperation between the two countries and ways to strengthen that cooperation will be discussed. The visit will consolidate the long-standing relations […]
Maldives: Minister Shahid sends Independence Day greetings to Uganda
Download logo The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Maldives, Abdulla Shahid sends a message of felicitations to the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Uganda, Odongo Jeje Abubakhar, on the occasion of the Independence Day of Uganda. Minister’s message reads as follows: “It is my pleasure to extend greetings and good wishes to Your Excellency, […]
As Ebola cases rise in Uganda, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) launches response to mitigate further spread
Download logo The rising death toll from Ebola virus in Western Uganda is fueling fears in the East Africa region, as authorities and aid agencies rally efforts to contain the deadly virus. At least 10 deaths, 44 confirmed and 20 probable cases have so far been reported. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has launched a […]
Civil societies are key to Africa’s climate change resilience, says Dr. Adesina
President of the African Development Bank Group (http://www.AfDB.org) Dr Akinwumi Adesina says civil society organizations are essential partners in the Bank’s effort to build the continent’s resilience to climate change. Addressing the opening plenary of the 2022 Civil Society Forum on Thursday in the Ivorian economic capital, Abidjan, Adesina highlighted the African Development Fund’s Climate […]
European and World Day against the Death Penalty, 10 October 2022: Joint statement by the High Representative, on behalf of the European Union, and the Secretary General of the Council of Europe
Download logo On the occasion of the European and World Day against the Death Penalty, the European Union (EU) and the Council of Europe firmly reiterate their unequivocal opposition to the death penalty at all times, in all places and in all circumstances. This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the entry into force of […]
President Weah Reconstitutes Inter-Ministerial Taskforce on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
Download logo The President of the Republic, H. E. Dr. George Manneh Weah, has reconstituted the Inter-Ministerial Taskforce (IMTF) on Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). The Ministers of Youth and Sports and Education serve as Chairman and Co-chairman respectively. Other members of the newly reconstituted IMTF include the Ministry of Finance and Development […]