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The UN in Libya launches the second round of its Ra’idat training programme for young women from across the country
TRIPOLI, Libye, 23 Octobre 2024 /African Media Agency (AMA)/- Deputy Special Representative for the Secretary General and Officer-in-Charge of UNSMIL Stephanie Koury joined representatives from UNDP, UNICEF and UN Women in a panel discussion hosted at the High National Elections Commission (HNEC), to launch the second cohort of the Ra’idat…
Read More »Launch of FAFEIX, the first forum on the redevelopment of mining sites in Africa from 19 to 21 February 2025 in Yamoussoukro
ABIDJAN, Côte d’Ivoire, 22 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- The African Forum on the Environment in Extractive Industries (FAFEIX) aims to encourage constructive debate, foster strategic partnerships, and encourage practical actions for the more sustainable and inclusive use of natural resources on the African continent. Organised by AEIE (Agir pour l’Environnement…
Read More »UNAIDS calls for global solidarity to strengthen Madagascar’s HIV response to end AIDS as a public health threat
GENEVA, Switzerland, 22 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- The Executive Director of UNAIDS Winnie Byanyima is calling for accelerated global solidarity to strengthen Madagascar’s response to HIV, including preventing new HIV infections and expanding access to treatment, to end AIDS as a public health threat. Ms Byanyima is visiting…
Read More »Africa’s prolonged fight against a Silent Scourge
By Davies Mbela, Communications Officer at the Science for Africa Foundation (SFA Foundation) NAIROBI, Kenya, 17 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- As we commemorate the recent one-year anniversary of renowned health journalist who was also a friend, Elizabeth Merab, we again reflect on Sickle cell Disease (SCD) and how it remains a…
Read More »Modest Growth Forecast for Economies in the Middle East and North Africa Amid Rising Uncertainty
While GDP is subdued in 2024, accelerating reforms would spur inclusive growth Copyright (c) 2023 O’SHI/Shutterstock WASHINGTON, USA 18 October 2024-/African Media Agency (AMA)/– Growth continues to be subdued in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) because of uncertainties heightened by the conflict in the region, says the World Bank…
Read More »Why Air Peace, Onyema Need No Further ‘Persecution’ By Dr Victor Nwogbo
LAGOS, Nigeria 17 October 2024-/African Media Agency (AMA)/– News emerged that the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Air Peace, Allen Onyema, was named in connection with some legal issues in the US. The charges were mainly a rehearsal of a hitherto unproven string of charges about funds used to buy…
Read More »Legal Opinion on irregularities of Board meeting held on October 13, 2024
Cameroon, 17 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- As the majority shareholder of SOPROICAM, Advanced Finance & Investment Group (AFIG Funds) has been made aware of recent false claims circulated on Tuesday, 15 October 2024, regarding changes in the company’s leadership. AFIG Funds firmly rejects and denounces these claims. No…
Read More »African winners recognised at the Animal Action Awards in London with a special award
LAGOS, Nigeria, 17 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- A Nigerian pangolin protector, a Congolese activist, and a Kenyan boat builder that uses waste plastics are among nine extraordinary winners being recognised by the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) for their contributions to conservation and animals. The prestigious annual…
Read More »CIH BANK Selects Backbase to Elevate Digital Banking Across Morocco
The partnership aims to enhance personalized banking services and streamline customer journeys, making CIH BANK the financial partner for every Moroccan. CASABLANCA, Morocco, 16 October 2024-/African Media Agency (AMA)/- Backbase, the global leader in Engagement Banking, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with CIH BANK, one of Morocco’s leading financial…
Read More »Nigerian Researcher Receives Prestigious International Award for Groundbreaking Pangolin Conservation Efforts
LAGOS, Nigeria, 15 October 2024 -/African Media Agency (AMA)/- An innovative Nigerian researcher who has dedicated his work to conservation of Pangolins has been feted with an award from the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW), presented at the prestigious ceremony at the BAFTA in London. Charles Emogor’s passion for…
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Ethiopia Targets Kenya, South Africa in First AfCFTA Exports
Ethiopia will begin trading under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) on Thursday, …
