Senegal moves to increase tobacco taxes to save lives
Prime Minister Sonko and the government of Senegal must stand up to tobacco industry bullying and strongly implement the proposed tax increases.
Category: Africa
ATIDI approves USD84m counter-guarantee to support financing of Rwanda’s new international airport
ATIDI has issued policies worth over USD1.45 billion in transaction value and holds a gross exposure of over USD611.9 million in Rwanda.
UN boosts UPDF response in Somalia with armoured vehicles
The vehicles will be used by a contingent serving under the United Nations Guard Unit (UNGU XI) in Somalia.
UK can help Africa’s just energy transition
But to enable Africans to mitigate and adapt, faster economic development using increased energy supply and access is crucial.
Govt reassures public about President Salva Kiir’s health
The government of South Sudan has firmly refuted reports claiming President Salva Kiir Mayardit is dead.
UPDF soldiers serving in Somalia promised continued high support
Dozens of Ugandan soldiers have been dispatched to Somalia in recent years to try to stabilise the country.
Rtd DIGP Julius Odwe: Somalia needs people who can transform insecurity into peace….
So the reasons why there were broken communities in Somalia were not addressed (the internal conflicts) of the Somali people.
Somalia: UN security officials and UNGU commanders meet to improve mission safety
Joseph Katuramu, the United Nations Principal Security Adviser (PSA), presided over the meeting, which took place at the UN headquarters in Mogadishu.
CASI co-hosts Africa sustainability forum as G20 side event
Ma Jun, Chairman of CASI, believes that Africa has enormous potential for green growth, citing its abundant renewable energy resources and carbon sinks.
NRM MPs approve deployment of UPDF in South Sudan
During a special sitting at State House Entebbe on Friday, NRM MPs recognized the historical commitment to patriotism, nationalism and Pan-Africanism in the pursuit of national security and regional stability in approving UPDF troops’ deployment in South Sudan.
Business case for Forest Stewardship Council certification in Africa
For businesses operating in or sourcing from Africa’s vital forest ecosystems, the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification offers a compelling solution.
Premier Nabbanja, Minister Aceng named African Persons of the Year
Dr. Jane Ruth Aceng Ocero, Lira City woman MP and Minister of Health has been named among the African Persons of the Year 2024.