June 19
East Africa: Ethiopia, Russia Discuss Bolstering Ties At Brics Meeting
The Herald
The BRICs group's latest member, Ethiopia, seems to have begun leveraging the group to bolster economic ties with fellow members of the bloc. Ethiopia and Russia reaffirmed their… Read more »
Libya: UN Official Highlights Need for Inclusive Talks to End Stalemate
UN News
Libyans overwhelmingly desire a political consensus so that credible national elections can be held that will restore legitimacy to national institutions, the deputy head of the UN… Read more »
Africa: World Must Stand With Refugee-Hosting Nations
UNDP
"I can now dream and hope for a better tomorrow," said Patrick Anyanzo. A refugee from South Sudan, he has carved out a new life in Uganda. The 22-year-old is putting the final… Read more »
Sudan: U.S. Envoy Warns Sudan Factions to 'Negotiate Peace or Face International Intervention'
Dabanga
The United States' Special Envoy to Sudan, Tom Perriello, signalled that the international community is prepared to explore alternative measures if Sudan's warring factions do not… Read more »
Sudan: Sudan - Unlawful Attacks On Civilians, Infrastructure [press release]
HRW
UN, AU Should Immediately Act to Ensure Protection in Darfur, Elsewhere Read more »
South Africa: International Community Looks Forward to Working With New Administration
SAnews.gov.za
International and local guests who have travelled far and wide for the Presidential inauguration have started to fill the Union Buildings Nelson Mandela Amphitheatre to witness… Read more »
West Africa: New Lesson From World Bank On Nigeria's Inflation Management
Daily Trust
By now, the Central Bank of Nigeria must be looking outside its toolbox in search of additional measures to contain the higher inflation rate in the country. Possibly the regulator… Read more »
Kenya: Grand Celebration - UK High Commissioner to Kenya Hosts King's Birthday Party in Nairobi
Capital FM
On Thursday 13th June, 2024, the UK High Commissioner to Kenya, Neil Wigan, and his wife, Yael Banaji hosted a grand reception at their official residence in Muthaiga to mark His… Read more »
June 18
Africa: Independent Panel on Pandemics Readiness Comes to Grim Conclusion
allAfrica
"If there were a new pandemic threat today...the world will likely be overwhelmed again". Read more »
South Sudan: War in Sudan Exacerbates Humanitarian Needs in South Sudan [press release]
MSF
The ongoing war in Sudan is drastically increasing people's needs across the border in South Sudan, says Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). MSF calls for an immediate… Read more »
Africa: Leaders Must Unite to Prevent Pandemics - Report [press release]
The Independent Panel
New report led by Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and Helen Clark proposes actions that must be implemented to help make the world safer Read more »
Africa: Qatar Steps Up Aviation Rivalry in Africa With Billion-Dollar RwandAir Stake
Business Day Africa
Qatar Airways is set to acquire a 49 percent stake in RwandAir next month, concluding nearly five years of negotiations with the East African-based carrier. Read more »
Central Africa: France to Reduce Military Presence in West and Central Africa
RFI
France is planning to reduce its military presence in West and Central Africa to around 600 troops in line with President Emmanuel Macron's plans to limit the French military… Read more »
Sudan: 'Nowhere Is Safe' for Civilians As Sudan War Descends Further Into Chaos
UN News
The UN Security Council in New York on Tuesday focused on the worsening crisis in Sudan as civilians continue to suffer amidst the brutal fighting between rival militaries, while… Read more »
Africa: Host Communities Embrace and Support Forcibly Displaced People Across West and Central Africa
UNHCR
In West and Central Africa, host communities are offering invaluable support to forcibly displaced people, sharing food and shelter despite their own difficulties. This solidarity… Read more »
Africa: WFP Increases Response in West and Central Africa to Address Rising Hunger
UN News
The World Food Programme (WFP) will increase its food and nutrition assistance programme this month in West and Central Africa in hopes of reaching 7.3 million people as the… Read more »
Africa: Deadly and Growing Impact of Air Pollution Laid Bare in New Unicef-Backed Report
UN News
The State of Global Air (SoGA) report published in partnership with the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) warns on Wednesday that air pollution is increasingly impacting human health -… Read more »
Africa: Abala's Sustainable Market Garden - Refugees, Internally Displaced People, and Host Community Members Grow Opportunities and Close-Knit Ties
UNHCR
In Abala, Niger, an eight-hectare market garden thrives despite the arid landscape. Refugees, internally displaced people, and local community members work together to cultivate… Read more »
Ethiopia: Premier Abiy's Visit Instrumental in Ethio-Korea Ties
Ethiopian Herald
ADDIS ABABA- South Korea's Ambassador to Ethiopia Jung Kang said that Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's recent visit to Seoul will further solidify the deep-rooted relationship between… Read more »
Africa: PP VP Emphasizes Africa, Latin America's Broader Representation
Ethiopian Herald
Africa and Latin America should have better representation in international institutions so that their voices can be heard, the Prosperity Party Vice President said. Read more »
Kenya: International Conference Rallies Partners to Fight Counterfeits
Capital FM
Kenya hosted a successful anti-counterfeit conference bringing together 575 delegates and speakers from 22 countries globally. Read more »
Namibia: Gibson-Park Ruled Out As Ireland Name Squad for SA Tour
Namibian
Injured scrum-half Jamison Gibson-Park will miss Ireland's two-Test series against world champions South Africa next month, with Jack Conan also absent from the squad announced on… Read more »
Africa: Over-Ambition, Others Fuelling Coups in Africa - -UNDP
Vanguard
United Nations Development Programme, UNDP, has identified over-ambition among young military officers and the erosion of core societal values as major catalysts for the spate of… Read more »
Nigeria: Soy Excellence Center Seeks Collaborative Efforts for Food Security
This Day
The Soy Excellence Center (SEC) of the United States of America recently paid a courtesy visit to the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)-CGIAR, Ibadan, to… Read more »
Nigeria: Brazil's Calderano Signals Intention to Win WTT Contender Lagos
This Day
Brazil's Hugo Calderano has signalled his intention to add the WTT Contender Lagos to his WTT titles after clinching his second WTT Star Contender title and his sixth WTT Series… Read more »