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Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The State of Qatar
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The State of Qatar |

His Highness the Amir Receives Message from Congolese President

The message was handed to HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi during his meeting today with HE Rodrigue Ghislain Guessan

HH the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani received a written message from HE President of the Republic of the Congo (Brazzaville), Denis Sassou Nguesso pertaining to bilateral relations and means of supporting and developing them. The message was handed to HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign…

African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS)
Source: African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) |

Newly Deployed African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Military Staff Officers Conclude Induction Training

The mandatory induction training is designed to equip the officers with the necessary skills and knowledge to discharge their duties and acquaint them with the Mission’s standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Newly deployed military staff officers serving with the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) have concluded a five-day mandatory induction training to familiarise themselves with the peace-support operations and mandate.  At the opening ceremony on Monday, the Acting ATMIS Force Commander, Maj. Gen. Marius Ngendabanka, said the training was…

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

Uganda: Finance ministry on the spot over equity in bailing out companies

According to the committee chairperson, Hon. Medard Sseggona, companies belonging to foreign investors have mostly benefitted from bailouts compared to companies belonging to Ugandan investors

Legislators on the Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises have tasked the finance ministry to present documentation on the criteria used in granting bailouts to companies in financial crises. According to the committee chairperson, Hon. Medard Sseggona, companies belonging to foreign investors have mostly benefitted from bailouts compared…

The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Source: The Republic of Uganda - Ministry of Foreign Affairs |

Uganda's Coffee Exports to Turkey Soar as Embassy Intensifies Commercial Diplomacy

The potential revenue gains are substantial, with estimates suggesting that Uganda's coffee exports to Turkey could reach USD 1.5 billion by 2025

Uganda's coffee industry has made a significant breakthrough in the Turkish market, with exports increasing by a remarkable 2,200% between 2019 and 2024. From a modest 2000 bags (120 tons) in 2019, coffee exports to Turkey surged to 44,000 bags (2,640 tons) in 2024. This impressive growth is attributed to…

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

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) ministers meet for the 5th ordinary session of the ministerial monitoring committee of Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in West Africa

The meeting covered topics such as the draft Directive on managing shared water resources in the region, the development of hydraulic infrastructures, and the promotion of new transboundary basin organizations

The Ministerial Monitoring Committee for Intergated Water Resources Management (IWRM) in West Africa brings together the ministers in charge of water resources from the 15 ECOWAS Member States for its 5th ordinary session, Friday, 28th June, 2024, in Abuja. The Ministerial meeting follows the recently concluded 11th Ordinary Session of the Technical Advisory…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets President of European Commission

The meeting touched on ways to confront the escalating regional challenges, particularly the developments in the Gaza Strip and their impact on regional security and stability

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with the President of the European Commission, Mrs. Ursula von der Leyen, on the sidelines of the Egyptian-EU Investment Conference held in Cairo. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Counselor Dr. Ahmed Fahmy, said the meeting underscored the depth and strength of Egyptian-European relations, recently…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The State of Qatar
Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The State of Qatar |

Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Meets Somali State Minister for Foreign Affairs

The meeting discussed cooperative relationship between the two countries and ways to enhance them, in addition to the latest developments in Somalia and a range of topics of mutual interest

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met Saturday with HE State Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia Ali Mohamed Omar who is on a visit to the country. The meeting discussed…

South African Rugby
Source: South African Rugby |

Bulls Daisies tackle Sharks in only Women’s Premier Division clash of weekend

All teams have a bye this week, but the two teams decided after mutual agreement to play their round 11 fixture this weekend

The Bulls Daisies and Sharks Women will meet at Loftus B field on Saturday in the only match of the SA Rugby Women’s Premier Division in what should be an entertaining affair. All teams have a bye this week, but the two teams decided after mutual agreement to play their…

South African Rugby
Source: South African Rugby |

Boks gearing up for ‘Ireland mode’ as Test week approaches

The second test is a week later at Hollywoodbets Kings Park

Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and his team wrapped up their training camp in Pretoria on Friday gearing up for ‘Ireland mode’ in preparation for the opening Test of the Castle Lager Incoming Series against their arch-rivals from the northern hemisphere next Saturday. Erasmus was pleased with the structures put in…

Afreximbank

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Source: Afreximbank |

Afreximbank and the World Trade Organization (WTO) Secretariat harmonize efforts to develop trade in Africa

The MOU will afford the Bank and the WTO Secretariat the opportunity to expand and deepen their collaboration to support the cotton sector beyond the C4+ countries

Today, African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank or “the Bank”) (www.Afreximbank.com) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World Trade Organization (WTO) to amplify the impact of their strategically aligned joint efforts of promoting global trade leveraging Africa’s unique resource endowment. The MoU will allow the two organizations to pursue a…