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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 […]

Kingston, Jamaica — On the evening of September 26, 2024, Delroy Chuck, Minister of Justice, was honored to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. The event, attended by dignitaries and representatives from various sectors, highlighted the enduring relationship between Jamaica and China. In his address, Chuck emphasized the […]

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 […]

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, […]

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, NY — In a significant development during the United Nations General Assembly, Kenyan President William Samoei Ruto, PhD, met with Edgard Leblanc Fils, the President of the Transitional Presidential Council of Haiti. The two leaders discussed the ongoing efforts and outcomes related to the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support Mission in Haiti. President Ruto […]