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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
Source: Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) |

United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) SRSG Meets with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Permanent Observer and the Chair of the ECOWAS Group at the United Nations on the Renewal of the UNOWAS Mandate

The discussions focused primarily on the renewal of the mandate of UNOWAS, which expired on 31 January 2026 and is currently under consideration by the United Nations Security Council

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), H.E. Mr. Leonardo Santos Simão, met on Friday 13th February 2026, with the ECOWAS Permanent Observer to the United Nations, H.E. Ambassador Kinza Jawara-Njai, and the Chair of the ECOWAS…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Commendable Utilization of Health Facilities

Dr. Ali Halo, Director of the Regional Health Office, stated that 87% of the charted program for 2025 has been implemented

At an activity assessment meeting conducted on 17 and 18 February in the port city of Assab, it was reported that, as a result of growing public awareness on health issues, the utilization of health facilities in the Southern Red Sea Region has significantly increased. At the meeting, in which…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Central Region Assembly Regular Meeting

At the event, committees on economic development, social services, culture and tradition, as well as law and order presented detailed reports on activities implemented since the 23rd regular meeting

The Central Region Assembly conducted its 24th regular meeting on 18 February under the theme “Our Disposition for Resilience and Development.” Mr. Abraham Semere, Chairman of the Assembly, noting that development programs in all sectors should be aligned with the set objectives and stages of implementation, called on members of…

African Energy Chamber
Source: African Energy Chamber |

The Clean Cooking Quest: It’s Time for the International Energy Agency (IEA) to Fight for Africa - Not Against it

The IEA should be at the forefront of Africa’s clean cooking development

The U.S. has intensified pressure on the International Energy Agency (IEA) – signaling that it could withdraw from the institution unless it refocuses on its founding mandate of safeguarding global energy security. U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright said Washington is not satisfied with the Paris-based agency’s current direction, arguing…

Energy Capital & Power
Source: Energy Capital & Power |

Africa Taps Regional Partnerships to Turn Critical Minerals into Economic Powerhouse

The upcoming African Mining Week conference – scheduled for 14-16 October 2026 in Cape Town – will bring together public and private sector stakeholders across the continent to forge partnerships and sign deals aimed at driving long-term growth in Africa’s mining and extractive industries

As Africa seeks to capitalize on surging global demand for critical minerals to drive GDP growth and industrialization, regional collaboration is emerging as a strategic imperative to unlock the continent’s full resource potential. Holding approximately 30% of the world’s critical mineral reserves – including the largest global shares of platinum…

Parliament of the Republic of Uganda
Source: Parliament of the Republic of Uganda |

Uganda: Christians advised to observe Lent with spiritual reflection

Presiding over the Ash Wednesday Mass at Parliament on 18 February 2026, the Bishop noted that the soul requires training to achieve a good inner attitude, which is the foundation of spiritual life and development

The Bishop of Kasese Diocese, Rt. Rev. Francis Aquirinus Kibira has urged Christians to meditate deeply on their inner attitude during the Lenten season, so as to learn oneself and process the convictions of the heart, spirit and soul. Presiding over the Ash Wednesday Mass at Parliament on 18 February…

State House Seychelles
Source: State House Seychelles |

Seychelles: Appointment of the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Investment Board (SIB)

Ms. Alexis’ appointment as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Investment Board (SIB) took effect from 16th February 2026

The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Ms. Jutta Alexis as Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Investment Board (SIB). Ms. Alexis holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Edith Cowan University in Australia, as well as a Diploma in Secondary Education Teaching from the…

State House Seychelles
Source: State House Seychelles |

Seychelles: President Herminie Proposes Elevating Japan Visit to Official Level as Seychelles–Japan Relations Approach Historic Milestones

Discussions also covered visa exemption measures, with President Herminie acknowledging ongoing progress toward facilitating travel for diplomatic and official passport holders

As Seychelles and Japan prepare to commemorate the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations in June 2026, President Dr. Patrick Herminie has called for a renewed and elevated phase of cooperation between the two nations, including the possibility of formalising new agreements at the highest level. The President made the remarks…

VUKA Group
Source: VUKA Group |

Webinar: Tech talk: Creating the mine of the future

Mining Review Africa, in partnership with BME (a member of the Omnia Group) and the Council for Geoscience, will host a webinar examining how technology is shaping intelligent mines across the continent

Technology in African mining is moving at a rate of knots. From automation and robotics to artificial intelligence and digital twins, technology is rapidly advancing exploration, productivity, health and safety, ESG best practice and increased mine life. Mining Review Africa, in partnership with BME (a member of the Omnia Group)…

Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI)
Source: Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) |

Central Bank of Iraq Hosts Islamic Development Bank Institute’s Workshop on Capital Adequacy Standards for the Banking Sector

The workshop was designed to enhance participants’ technical expertise and practical understanding of new regulations issued by CBI for the capital accord for Islamic banks in Iraq

The Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI) (https://IsDBInstitute.org/) successfully delivered a five-day intensive capacity-building workshop titled “Revised Capital Adequacy Standard for Islamic Banks” for the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI), held from 8 to 12 February 2026 in Baghdad. The program was conducted in collaboration with the Islamic Financial Services Board…