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African Group Backs Dr. Okonjo-Iweala for Second Term as WTO Director General
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has been nominated for a second term as head of the World Trade Organization by the African Group, with Chad citing her accomplishments during her tenure as a reason for her re-election.
Black Health Connect: Working to Improve Health Care, Foster Partnerships in Africa
Black Health Connect hosted its second annual conference in 老澳门开奖网, D.C. to discuss health care challenges within the African diaspora and create solutions to fix these problems, while organizations such as The Distant Relatives Project and Black Health Connect Africa are working to improve health equity in Africa.
Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali Junta Leaders Seal Breakaway from ECOWAS聽
Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali have announced their breakaway from ECOWAS and formed the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) to advance economic and security relations, citing a lack of support from France and ECOWAS in the fight against terrorism.
Behind the Humanitarian Crisis in Sudan and Why Support Is Needed Now
The war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces has led to the displacement of millions of people, with non-Arab populations in Darfur being specifically targeted, and the United States and United Nations have announced aid packages but have yet to meet their funding goals.
Rwanda and CAR Prime Ministers Meet to Strengthen Cooperation聽
Rwanda’s Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente and CAR Prime Minister F茅lix Moloua met to strengthen cooperation between the two countries, focusing on areas such as infrastructure, health, security, and mining.
Access to Finance Rwanda Launches Finscope 2024聽
Access to Finance Rwanda has launched the fifth Finscope Survey to reveal access trends and changes in financial inclusion in Rwanda over the past four years, with a focus on inclusive finance and the use of digital financial services.
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African Export-Import Bank Holds 31st Annual General Meeting in the Bahamas
The 31st Annual Meeting of the African Export Import Bank in the Bahamas attracted over 4,000 participants and included a presidential plenary, high-level panel sessions, and the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum, with a focus on economic prosperity and shared socio-economic aspirations.
Kenyan Chief Justice in Rwanda to Sign MOU with Rwandan Judiciary聽
Kenyan Chief Justice Martha Koome is in Rwanda to sign a cooperation agreement with the Rwandan Judiciary, which will include knowledge sharing, capacity-building exercises, and institutional consultations.
African Renaissance and Diaspora Network: Uplifting the Significance of African Women in Agricultural
Africa Day 2024 celebrated the role of African women in agriculture and the importance of education to develop more equitable partnerships between women, men and their allies, with over 700 attendees in person and more than 1,000 online viewers.
Kenyan Scholars Study at U.S. Military Academies and HBCUs
Kenyan President William Ruto and Department of Defense Leader Lloyd Austin announced plans to merge against forces like al-Shabab and Manda Bay airfield, and the decision to make Kenya a major non-NATO ally, as well as a five-year framework to enhance relations between the two countries.
EA Judicial Officials Discuss Tech Prison Congestion and Solutions to Court Backlog
East African judicial officials have discussed the benefits of collaboration among respective judicial sectors for better dispensation of justice, including solutions to common problems like prison congestion and case backlog in courts, as well as improving collective jurisprudence.
Rwandan Envoy to Malawi Stresses Need to Combat Genocide Denial
The Rwandan community in Malawi marked the 30th anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, emphasizing the need to combat genocide denial and highlighting the progress made since the tragedy.
Kenyan State Visit Pronounces Black Pride for African Americans
Kenyan President William Ruto was welcomed to the White House by President Joe Biden for a state arrival, with the two leaders discussing partnerships and economic stability, and Biden announcing a $1.3 million youth empowerment program and a $600,000 disability inclusion program.
Google, Rwanda Launch Platform to Promote Culture and Art
Google and the Rwanda Cultural Heritage Academy have launched a platform to promote Rwandan culture and art, preserving and digitizing Rwandan stories, images, and more, while also providing opportunities for visual artists to showcase their talents.
Kenyan President William Ruto Engages in First African State Visit Since 2008
Kenyan President William Ruto is set to meet with President Joe Biden and congressional delegations in the first state visit from African leaders in over 16 years, with the aim of building on international alliances and exploring economic expansion opportunities.
Rwanda, Kenya Agree to Extend Railway Network
Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo have signed a joint communique to extend the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) network, with the aim of promoting cross-border movement of goods and people and creating economic hubs.
Kagame, IMF’s Georgieva Discuss Fruitful Partnership
Rwanda President Paul Kagame and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva discussed their fruitful partnership at the World Economic Forum in Saudi Arabia.
African American Farmer David Robinson Creates Sustainable Coffee Business in Tanzania
African American and Tanzanian farmers have come together to establish Sweet Unity Coffee, a cooperative that is committed to promoting sustainable and profitable farming initiatives in Tanzania.
Ukraine War Impacts African Students, Many Find Aid From Local Community
African students in Ukraine are facing racism and discrimination due to the war, and NoirUnited International is working to support them with transportation, food, housing, mental health, and legal support.
ADACI Holds 3rd Annual ‘Freedom’s Crossing’ D.C. Emancipation Day Ceremony
ADACI hosted its third Annual D.C. Emancipation Day “Freedom’s Crossing” ceremony to commemorate the sacrifices of hundreds of enslaved Africans who came to D.C. in search of freedom following the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation on April 16, 1862.
Africa’s Rating Agency Plan to End Unfairness聽
Africa is working on a credit rating agency to be launched by the end of 2024 to address unfairness in the international rating agencies, and provide more balanced and comprehensive opinions on African credit instruments.
Dallas welcomes 2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit, promoting Africa-US trade and investment
Florizelle Liser, President & CEO of Corporate Council on Africa, visited Dallas, Texas to finalize logistical aspects for the 2024 U.S.-Africa Business Summit, and welcomed the engagement of the Dallas business community and city government.
Zimbabwe Unveils New Currency as Depreciation, Inflation Stokes Turmoil
Zimbabwe has launched a new currency, the ZiG, to replace its previous one that has been battered by depreciation and rejection by the population, hoping to halt the currency crisis underlining the country’s yearslong economic troubles.
Somalia Parliament Passes Bill Allowing President to Appoint Prime Minister
Somalia made significant changes to its constitution on March 30, granting the president the authority to appoint and dismiss the Prime Minister, following intense debates within the federal assembly.
Women Liberators to Combat Desertification in Eastern Province
Women cadres and veterans of the liberation struggle of Rwanda have launched a tree-planting initiative to combat desertification in Eastern Province and other parts of the country, with the aim of ensuring food security for its population.
Land Dispute Case Against Rwanda Dismissed by East African Court of Justice
The East African Court of Justice (EACJ) dismissed the case of Dr. Alfred Rurangwa who had sued the government of Rwanda, claiming it sold his land while he was away for studies in the United States, due to the lack of evidence and his failure to appear in court.
AU to Fund SADC Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo
The African Union Peace and Security Council has requested the AU Commission to mobilize support for the SADC military mission in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, including from its Peace Fund and the provision of equipment.
Nigeria’s Aliko is Africa’s Richest Man
Nigeria is home to the richest man in Africa and the richest Black man on earth, Aliko Dangote, as well as other Forbes-recognized billionaires, including Mike Adenuga, Abdulsamad Rabiu and Femi Otedola.
West African Bloc Lifts Sanctions on Junta-Led Niger
ECOWAS has lifted sanctions on Niger and Guinea in an effort to prevent three junta-led states from withdrawing from the bloc, which could threaten regional integration.
Ethiopian PM Urges International Financial Reform for Developing Countries
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has called for reforms to the international financial system to enhance access to finance for developing countries, and has been awarded the 2019 Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts to achieve peace and international cooperation.
Cameroon President Concerned About Rising Youth Migration
Cameroonian President Paul Biya has expressed concerns about the obsession of young people in the country to emigrate, warning them of the perils of emigrating and the opportunities available in Cameroon.
Catalyzing Rwanda’s Financial Sector Growth Through Skills Development
Rwanda President Paul Kagame and First Lady Jeannette Kagame joined over 6,000 delegates at the 11th Rwanda Day in 老澳门开奖网, D.C., to discuss the country’s development and different avenues through which the Diaspora can make their contributions.
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger Withdraw from ECOWAS
Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have announced their immediate withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), citing inhumane sanctions imposed by the regional economic bloc for recent coups in their respective countries.
Commonwealth Secretary-General Addresses Non-Aligned Movement Summit in Uganda
The Commonwealth Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland, called for greater cooperation to protect all humanity from overlapping economic, environmental and security challenges at the 19th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Non-Aligned Movement in Kampala, Uganda.
Somali President Signs Law ‘Nullifying Illegal’ Ethiopia-Somaliland Deal
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud signed a law nullifying the memorandum of understanding signed between the government of Ethiopia and Somaliland, which was intended to establish a naval base in Somaliland.
Kagame: ‘We Will Always do What is Necessary to Ensure Rwandans are Safe’
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