Month: September 2024

Kingston, Jamaica  – Prime Minister Andrew Holness expressed his deepest sympathies to the Leader of the Opposition, Mr. Mark Golding, and his family following the passing of Golding’s mother, Lady Patricia Golding. In a message shared on social media, Holness conveyed his condolences, writing, “On behalf of the Government and people of Jamaica, I extend […]

KAMPALA, Uganda – President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on Uganda’s energy sector to carefully assess the country’s electricity needs in line with population growth and development goals. In a tweet posted early this morning, Museveni emphasized the need for strategic planning as the government prepares to launch the next major power project, Ayago Hydropower […]

New York – Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening ties with Indonesia, with both nations focusing on alternative financing for sustainable development. In a productive meeting held in New York, Ruto engaged with Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment, Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan, to explore ways the two countries […]

New York, USA — In a poignant evening of remembrance and celebration, His Excellency President Nangolo Mbumba of Namibia delivered heartfelt remarks at the Africa-America Institute’s 40th Annual Awards Gala. The event, themed “Building Bridges and Igniting Futures,” served as a special tribute to the late President Hage G. Geingob, a distinguished leader and alumnus […]

Freetown, Sierra Leone — President Julius Maada Bio has expressed his immense delight after being honored by the Foreign Policy Association (FPA) for his leadership and the transformative reforms he has championed in Sierra Leone. In a statement shared via social media on September 27, 2024, President Bio said the award acknowledges the progress Sierra […]

Malawi President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera recently engaged in productive discussions with Irish President Michael D. Higgins, focusing on advancing Malawi’s economic growth and development agenda. The conversation, which took place on September 25, 2024, was shared by President Chakwera on his official X account (formerly Twitter), highlighting a mutual commitment to strengthening collaboration between Malawi […]

Freetown, Sierra Leone – In a significant step forward for the rights of girls and women in Sierra Leone, President Julius Maada Bio delivered a keynote address at a high-level dinner, marking the prohibition of child marriage in the country. The event, held on September 26, 2024, celebrated the strides made in ending the harmful […]

New York — In a significant diplomatic meeting in New York, President William Samoei Ruto reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to the values of the United Nations (UN) while expressing gratitude to UN Secretary-General António Guterres for his strong advocacy for the Global South, particularly Africa. During the productive engagement, Ruto discussed key issues impacting the region, […]

Ottawa, Canada — Ahmed Hussen, Canada’s Minister of International Development, has reiterated Canada’s dedication to deepening ties with Somalia. In a recent meeting with Somalia’s Minister of Internal Security, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, Hussen highlighted the importance of strengthening collaboration between the two nations. In a tweet shared on September 27, 2024, Hussen reflected on the […]

New York, NY – At the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79), Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley of Barbados and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed their commitment to addressing climate vulnerability through the ambitious Bridgetown Initiative. Their partnership aims to unlock critical financial resources for countries most affected by climate change, leveraging reform in […]