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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
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Stakeholders in Jonglei Reaffirm Pledge To End Sexual Violence

Sexual violence is not only an unfathomable personal trauma for survivors but can also be the direct cause of intercommunal violence

On the recent International Day for the Elimination of Conflict-Related Sexual Violence, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), local authorities and civil society representatives in Jonglei State came together to manifest their collective commitment to hold perpetrators of these crimes accountable. At the event, organized by the peacekeeping…

African Energy Chamber
Source: African Energy Chamber |

Invest in African Energy (IAE) London Reception Secures Afreximbank as Finance Partner

The African Export-Import Bank will support project finance opportunities in Africa’s energy sector at the Invest in African Energy reception, organized by the African Energy Chamber

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has signed on as a Finance Partner to the upcoming London reception organized by the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) on July 11, which serves as a prelude to the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy 2024 conference this November. Afreximbank acts as…

African Energy Chamber

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    • South Africa’s Central Energy Fund (CEF) Returns as Platinum Sponsor of African Energy Week (AEW) 2024, Catalyzing Economic and Energy Sector Growth
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Source: African Energy Chamber |

South Africa’s Central Energy Fund (CEF) Returns as Platinum Sponsor of African Energy Week (AEW) 2024, Catalyzing Economic and Energy Sector Growth

South Africa’s Central Energy Fund will participate at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energy 2024 as a key sponsor and exhibitor, affirming its commitment to driving energy security across the SADC region

South Africa’s diversified energy company Central Energy Fund (CEF) will join the African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energy conference – scheduled for 4-8 November in Cape Town – as a Platinum Sponsor and Gold Exhibitor, marking its third consecutive year sponsoring Africa’s premier energy event. CEF’s participation underscores…

UNFPA - East and Southern Africa

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    • UNFPA's new Social Innovation Toolkit is designed to equip young people, especially adolescents and girls, with the resources they need to develop innovative solutions to end harmful practices. ©SkyNextphoto/elements.envato.com
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Source: UNFPA - East and Southern Africa |

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) launches groundbreaking digital innovation strategy and toolkit to help end female genital mutilation (FGM) and child marriage in East and Southern Africa

The toolkit, titled Addressing Harmful Practices through Social Innovation: A UNFPA Innovation Guide for 'YOU' and Startups, offers valuable resources for young innovators

With the clock ticking towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), UNFPA, the United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency announced a groundbreaking new initiative to help create a safer world where women and girls can live free from violence and harmful practices, to achieve their fullest potential. The Social…

UN Women - Africa
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Investing in Gender Data, United Nations (UN) Women Supports Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) in hosting Gender Data User-Producer Symposium

Attended by users and producers of statistics, research and training institutions, and development partners, the symposium aims to modernize the National Statistical System (NSS) using technology and alternative data sources

Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) with the support of UN Women and other partners recently hosted a Data User-Producer Symposium. A Symposium, which is conducted once every five years, provides a vital platform for discussing the latest statistical developments and trends. Attended by users and producers of statistics, research and training institutions, and development partners,…

African Energy Chamber

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    • African Energy Chamber (AEC) Drives Intra-African Energy Investment in Lagos
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African Energy Chamber (AEC) Drives Intra-African Energy Investment in Lagos

Nigerian entrepreneurs accessed investment opportunities in Africa’s leading energy markets at the Invest in African Energies roadshow in Lagos on Tuesday

The Invest in African Energies roadshow in Lagos – organized by the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (http://www.EnergyChamber.org) on June 25 – united more than 250 Nigerian entrepreneurs and investors interested in accessing opportunities in Africa’s oil and gas and energy sector. Nigeria is home to the largest number of indigenous…

African Development Bank Group (AfDB)

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    • AfDB Vice President and CFO Hassatou N'Sele (left) receives award from Sam McManus, Director, Uxolo, Development Finance; Athens June 2024
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African Development Bank named Development Financial Institution of the year by TXF Global

The Bank was recognized for its first hybrid capital issuance made in January this year

The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has received the prestigious Development Finance Institution (DFI) of the year award at the TXF GLOBAL 2024 Export, Project & Development Finance Conference, for being at the forefront of multilateral development bank (MDB) innovation. The Bank was recognized for its first hybrid capital issuance (https://apo-opa.co/3RKNzZy)…

African Energy Chamber

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    • African Energy Week (AEW) 2024 to Host Hydrogen Summit as Demand for Clean Fuels in Africa Grows
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African Energy Week (AEW) 2024 to Host Hydrogen Summit as Demand for Clean Fuels in Africa Grows

AEW: Invest in African Energy 2024 will unpack the continent’s ongoing green hydrogen projects and future investment opportunities during a dedicated hydrogen summit

Africa’s estimated green hydrogen production capacity is expected to grow to 50 million tons per year by 2035. The continent’s abundant renewable energy resources, attractive fiscal policies and development potential make it a highly attractive market, and with African energy demand projected to grow two-fold by 2040, investment is projected…

Energy Capital & Power
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Energy Capital & Power Appoints James Chester as Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Co-Founder and Senior Director James Chester will lead Energy Capital & Power as CEO effective June 26, as the company advances its 2024 events calendar

Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (https://EnergyCapitalPower.com) – Africa’s leading energy investment platform – proudly announces the appointment of James Chester as CEO, effective June 26, 2024. As Co-Founder and Senior Director at ECP, Chester holds varied and dynamic experience in events, strategic communications, custom publishing and investment promotion activities across…

What Media Group

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"Kids Say the Darndest Things" Makes a Triumphant Return for the Series in Africa with Paramount Global and What Media Group Partnership

The collaborative force behind the new season aims to enhance the viewer experience by delivering a world class production of the Paramount Global Content Distribution series alongside the local expertise of What Media Group

The family favourite, "Kids Say the Darndest Things",  is back for its third season, bringing more laughs, more surprises, and more heartwarming moments. This season marks a groundbreaking partnership between the iconic show and two entertainment powerhouses: Paramount Global Content Distribution and What Media Group (www.TheWhatMediaGroup.com). With the broadcast platform…