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Published on Jan 21, 2021

How contributions support WHO’s work in ongoing fight of COVID-19 pandemic around the world

The FINANCIAL -- As the world marks a year of intense disruption by the COVID pandemic, many countries are facing the most difficult situations yet. The approval of new vaccines and their roll out are offering hope, but work remains to be done to support …

Source: The Financial - Neutral
Published on Dec 13, 2020

World: Nordic Development Fund extends grant of $8.8 million to African Water Facility for COVID-19 Recovery in the ...

The Board of Directors of the Nordic Development Fund (NDF) on Tuesday approved $8.8 million in grant funding to the African Water Facility (AWF) to bolster investments in COVID-19 recovery and preparation for investment of water supply, sanitation, and …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Dec 10, 2020

The future of energy is in geothermal heat

This year’s annual Conference of Parties (COP 26) on climate change slated for Glasgow, UK, may not have taken place, but the urgency remains. The world needs urgent, practical solutions to decarbonise. Energy is at the heart of climate, no doubt. Yet, the …

Source: The Standard - Uncategorized
Published on May 28, 2020

Sierra Leone: State opening of Parliament

Government of Sierra Leone Presidential address delivered by His Excellency Brig(Rtd) Dr. Julius Maada Bio, GCRSL, President of the Republic and Commander-In-Chief of the Republic of Sierra Leone Armed Forces, On the Occasion of the State Opening of the …

Source: Patriotic Vanguard - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 4, 2020

Malawi: COVID-19 Update Situation Update No. 3

1. MALAWI HIGHLIGHTS ❖ The first three COVID-19 cases confirmed on 2nd April in Lilongwe ❖ Malawi is in a declared State of Disaster ❖ Preparation, prevention and response measures are being implemented ❖ Government, UN and Partner coordination structures …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Dec 18, 2019

Liberia: Who Passed, Who Failed? FPA’s 2019 Report Card Grades Performance of State-woned Enterprises - Front Page ...

Monrovia – Liberia’s State-Owned Enterprises can make or break a country’s economy – or in some cases overburden them with when governance lapses are in abundance. The sum total of 20 SOEs are government-owned and make up several sectors including port …

Source: Liberian Times - Uncategorized
Published on Sep 25, 2019

United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) 2019: Sahel threats necessitate ‘global response’: Issoufou

Download logo Niger's President Mahamadou Issoufou called on Sunday for a "global response" to the problems of land degradation that threaten the arid Sahel belt. Addressing a meeting of the Climate Commission for the Sahel Region at the …

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Published on Jun 14, 2019

Namibia to issue visas on arrival to selected countries

WINDHOEK – Namibia has decided to start issuing visas on arrival to a good number of African, Asian, European, North American and South American countries, Minister of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) Stanley Simataa announced yesterday. …

Source: New Era - Gov't Institution
Published on Jan 23, 2019

Weah's Gains Under Spotlight

Photo: George Weah President George Weah. By Jimmey C. FahngonToday makes it exactly one year since President Dr. George Manneh Weah assumed the mantle of authority of Liberia. On January 22, 2018, President Weah was sworn in as Liberia's 24th …

Source: Liberian Times - Uncategorized
Published on Nov 21, 2018

Canada-Africa Trade : A Platform for Prosperity

Canada-Africa Trade : A Platform for Prosperity Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade Diversification Omar Alghabra Op-ed following his participation in the Africa Investment Forum November 7–9, 2018, Johannesburg, South Africa …

Source: Patriotic Vanguard - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 22, 2018

More than two thirds of countries are corrupt, study finds

More than two thirds of all countries are corrupt - with Russia and China among them, a major study has revealed. Somalia has once again been named the world's most corrupt nation while New Zealand and Denmark topped the opposite end of the list, …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Feb 22, 2018

Corruption in Greece Rose 12 Points Since 2012; Countries Move Too Slowly

BERLIN (AP) — Corruption continues to be a global problem and the majority of countries are moving too slowly in their efforts to combat it, a watchdog group said Wednesday. Transparency International said its 2017 Corruption Perceptions Index “reveals …

Source: National Herald - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 21, 2018

Watchdog group: Countries move too slowly against corruption

BERLIN (AP) — Corruption continues to be a global problem and the majority of countries are moving too slowly in their efforts to combat it, a watchdog group said Wednesday. Transparency International said its 2017 Corruption Perceptions Index " …

Source: The Gazette - Colorado - Neutral
Published on Feb 21, 2018

Watchdog group: Countries move too slowly against corruption

BERLIN (AP) — Corruption continues to be a global problem and the majority of countries are moving too slowly in their efforts to combat it, a watchdog group said Wednesday. Transparency International said its 2017 Corruption Perceptions Index " …

Source: Brownsville Herald - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 21, 2018

Watchdog group: Countries move too slowly against...

By Associated Press Published: 13:03 EST, 21 February 2018 | Updated: 13:18 EST, 21 February 2018 BERLIN (AP) - Corruption continues to be a global problem and the majority of countries are moving too slowly in their efforts to combat it, a watchdog group …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Feb 21, 2018

Countries move too slowly against corruption

BERLIN (AP) — Corruption continues to be a global problem and the majority of countries are moving too slowly in their efforts to combat it, a watchdog group said Wednesday. Transparency International said its 2017 Corruption Perceptions Index " …

Source: Brownsville Herald - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 6, 2018

Ethiopian Geothermal Is Private Equity’s Next $4-Billion Bet

U.S. private equity and hedge funds are backing an effort by Ethiopia to turn itself into an exporter of electricity to the region, channeling at least $4 billion into geothermal projects across the nation. The Ethiopian government has signed 25-year power …

Source: Ethiopia Forums - Neutral
Published on Jan 24, 2018

Fast facts on investing in South Africa

South Africa’s sophisticated banking system, diverse manufacturing base and wealth of natural resources make it one of the best emerging market investment destinations. Its position at the foot of Africa allows investors to move into Africa, a market of a …

Source: Brand South Africa - Neutral
Published on Dec 19, 2017

Two geothermal projects in Ethiopia finalising power purchase agreements | Think GeoEnergy

Long time efforts to secure power purchase agreements for the two geothermal projects of Corbetti and Tulu Moye in Ethiopia, with a signature expected to be finalised now. While the actual signing is expected to take place tomorrow in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia …

Source: Ethiopia Forums - Neutral

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 09:49 GMT

The African Development Bank to introduce first women beneficiaries of AFAWA Guarantee for Growth program

In celebration of International Women’s Day, and to mark the rollout of the Affirmative Finance Action for Women in Africa (AFAWA) Guarantee for Growth program, the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) and the African Guarantee Fund are showcasing the …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 22:31 GMT

Nigeria: African Development Bank Group provides $400,000 grant for Securities and Exchange Commission of Nigeria to ...

Download logo The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) today signed a $400,000 grant agreement with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Nigeria to strengthen securities market regulation and broaden market instruments. The funds will go …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 16:26 GMT

Egypt: The African Development Bank signs agreements worth €109 million to transform sewage coverage in rural areas

Download logo The African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has signed financing agreements of €109 million with the Government of Egypt to improve sanitation infrastructure and services for rural communities in Luxor Governorate in Egypt’s Upper Nile …

Distribution channels: Environment, World & Regional
Published on March 8, 2021 - 17:57 GMT

USD 35-billion per year is needed to tackle Africa’s water crisis; South African firm Khato Civils announces African ...

Words: Ladi Eguche & Fraser Mitchell. Graphics: Daniela Godard. Download document 1 - https://bit.ly/2OdOMLl Download document 2 - https://bit.ly/3v7NMcg Download document 3 - https://bit.ly/3ekxebi The United …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 17:57 GMT

The Africa Digital Inclusion Facility approves grants worth $1.3 million for two research efforts to enhance women’s ...

Download logo The African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org) has approved two grants for research that will increase African women’s access to a range of digital financial services including loans and micro-insurance. The grants, for $1 million and $300,000 …

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Published on March 3, 2021 - 22:11 GMT

Egypt: the African Development Bank approves a loan of over $27 million to establish Kom Ombo solar power plant

Download logo The African Development Bank’s Board of Directors (www.AfDB.org) today approved $27.2 million in loan financing for the design, construction and operation of a 200 MW photovoltaic solar power plant at Kom Ombo, in Upper Egypt on the river …

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Published on March 2, 2021 - 21:09 GMT

Aswan Forum: Put healthcare, including vaccines, at the center of rebuilding Africa back better and more resilient - WHO,...

Download logo Africa must protect itself against future pandemics and other shocks through higher investment in primary healthcare and increased local manufacturing of key medical products, panelists at the Aswan Forum for Sustainable Peace and Development …

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Published on February 25, 2021 - 23:30 GMT

Mauritius: JICA provides $289 million support to fight COVID-19 under initiative with African Development Bank

Download logo The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has extended an Official Development Assistance loan of up to 30 billion Japanese yen ($289 million) to support Mauritius’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuild its economy. The loan, …

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Published on March 9, 2021 - 00:56 GMT

Mon Tonton and Red Hat Society launch their partnership to boost the ‘Sisterhood’ for women after fifty into the future

Mon Tonton, a startup with a social mission to support older adults’ social and mental health, unveils its community platform designed for seasoned adults. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mon Tonton and The …

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Published on March 9, 2021 - 00:00 GMT

Chan Chun Sing and Reuben Lai in NIKKEI FORUM “INNOVATIVE ASIA” on March 16

Japan's largest business media group and the publisher of The Nikkei and Nikkei Asia, announced that NIKKEI FORUM "INNOVATIVE ASIA" will be held on March 16. TOKYO, JAPAN, March 9, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nikkei Inc., Japan' …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 21:02 GMT

Endless War: The Destroyed Land, Life, and Identity of the Tamils in Sri Lanka - A New Report by Oakland Institute, USA

The military occupation of the traditional Tamil land is extreme — with a ratio of one soldier for every six civilians in the Northern Province OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- * As the 46th …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 20:10 GMT

Bi-Polar Girl fights To Eliminate The Mental Illness Stigma & Create Community

Rebecca J. & Stephen R. McDow II Launch Mental Health Podcast That Goes Global MARYLAND, UNITED STATES, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just before the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, army veteran Rebecca J. McDow was thinking about how there …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 17:53 GMT

Prime Minister Modi Urged to Take the Lead on Sri Lanka at the UN Human Rights Council - Urges Tamil Civil Society "P2P"

"In the absence of India, it is United Kingdom, Canada, Germany, Montenegro and North Macedonia are taking the lead on Sri Lanka" JAFFNA, SRI LANKA, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a major development, the group "P2P…

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 16:29 GMT

EM-P: Unifying and thus Saving Liberal Democracy (part 3)

Unifying and Organizing Pro-democracy Organizations SOLON, OHIO, UNITED STATES, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Well-ordered pluralistic societies cannot exist in the absence of liberal democracy. Liberal democracy is the glue that holds …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 16:28 GMT

EM-P: Unifying and thus Saving Liberal Democracy (part 4)

Unifying “We the People” SOLON, OH, UNITED STATES, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- America’s national ethos is encapsulated in what we call the “American Dream.” The American Dream is a set of ideals (democracy, rights, liberty, and equality …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 15:55 GMT

Fifteenth Annual BIO-Europe Spring® Digital to bring together 2,500 life science leaders

MUNICH, GERMANY, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 15th annual BIO-Europe Spring® global life sciences partnering event will be held March 22–25, 2021 in a fully digital format. Partnering is in full swing, on its third week, and on-demand …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 11:18 GMT

Increased Oil And Gas Demand Drives The Integrated Geophysical Services Industry

The Business Research Company’s Integrated Geophysical Services Global Market Report 2021: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 11:18 GMT

Non-Fiction Books Industry Trends Like Print-On-Demand Orders Help Meet The Exact Needs Of The Market

The Business Research Company’s Non-Fiction Books Global Market Report 2021: COVID 19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts, and …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 11:00 GMT

The Top-25 Remote Companies of 2021 (So Far)

RemoteRated announces the top 25 remote companies of 2021, RemoteRated.com is a platform to share & discover the best remote companies and job opportunities! SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA, USA, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today Merico, a …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 10:54 GMT

Global Digital Advertising Market Trends And Strategies Of Major Players In The Digital Advertising Market 2021-2030

The Business Research Company’s Digital Advertising Global Market Report 2021: COVID 19 Impact And Recovery To 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The digital advertising market consists of the sales of …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 10:53 GMT

Electric Trucks Are A Major Trend In The Long-Distance General Freight Trucking Market

The Business Research Company’s Long-Distance General Freight Trucking Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 10:48 GMT

Use Of Helicopters In Emergency Medical Services Results In Growth Of The Commercial Helicopters Industry

The Business Research Company’s Commercial Helicopters Global Market Report 2021: COVID-19 Impact and Recovery to 2030 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Our reports have been revised for market size, forecasts, and …

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Published on March 8, 2021 - 06:20 GMT

REMCO offers an ideal permissioned distributed ledger for Africa’s central banks

This innovation, known as CBDC, or central bank digital currency, is now happening in much of the world, but Africa is behind. LAUREL, MARYLAND, UNITED STATES, March 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- REMCO offers an ideal permissioned distributed …

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Published on March 7, 2021 - 21:22 GMT

As the UN Human Rights Council Meets -Tamil Women in Sri Lanka Continues to Search for Their Disappeared Babies : TGTE

International Truth and Justice Project handed over details to UN on Sri Lankan Military run "Rape Camps", where Tamil women are being held as “sex slaves” GENEVA, SWITZERLAND, March 7, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the current UN …

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Published on March 7, 2021 - 13:22 GMT

How Come The White House, & The UN Never Thought Of Creating Their Own Apps, Crypto-World & Crypto-Currencies?

Gold and gem mines are confined to small areas. Crypto-wealth is available everywhere in unlimited quantities. What are our governments and NGOs waiting for? WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 7, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The White House Team …

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Published on March 6, 2021 - 17:54 GMT

Hy-Hybrid Energy Applauds the Most Remarkable Achievements of its CEO, Dr. Naveed Akhtar

Hy-Hybrid Energy is leading the first of its kind in Hungary- the fuel cell bus project, also proud to be the world's first in setting-up IHAC platform. GLASGOW, UNITED KINGDOM, March 6, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hy-Hybrid Energy- Scotland …

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Published on March 6, 2021 - 17:15 GMT

Congressman Jamie Raskin Salutes Long Walk for Freedom

Congressman Jamie Raskin shared words of support for the Sindhi Foundation's Long Walk for Freedom, Nature, and Love today. WASHINGTON, DC, USA, March 6, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Congressman Jamie Raskin shared words of support for the …

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Published on March 5, 2021 - 20:02 GMT

Cows Aboard Karim Allah to be Killed as Animal Equality Protests Live Animal Transport

Appeal for the Suspension of the Cows’ Slaughter Order Rejected by Spanish Authorities CARTAGENA, SPAIN, March 5, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The journey of the cows and calves aboard the Karim Allah has come to an end. After suffering for two …

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