OTTAWA, Canada, January 16, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Today, the Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of International Development and La Francophonie, issued the following statement regarding the situation in Southern Africa:”Heavy seasonal rains in southeastern Africa have led to serious flooding and although the initial assessments of the situation are still underway, it is already clear that tens of thousands of people have been deeply affected.”In southern Malawi, over 100,000 people are estimated to have been displaced. This number may rise as assessments are completed.”In central and northern Mozambique, thousands of people have been displaced or otherwise affected.”The Government of…
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LONDON, United-Kingdom, January 16, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Up to twenty thousand people in the southern tip of Malawi most affected by the current floods remain cut off from the rest of the country without food, health care and ways to prevent possible outbreaks, the humanitarian medical organisation Medecins Sans Frontieres/Doctors without Borders (MSF) said on Friday. Humanitarian relief is slowly arriving in the districts of Chikwawa where the waters have started to recede. But some of the most affected areas downstream are only accessible by helicopter, making humanitarian intervention difficult. MSF, which has been responding to the floods…
WASHINGTON, January 16, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Ms. Christine Lagarde, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), will visit Rwanda from January 26-29, 2014, and Senegal from January 29-31, 2014, to meet with policymakers and other representatives of society in each country.As Managing Director, Ms. Lagarde has previously visited Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mali, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, and South Africa in Sub-Saharan Africa.“My visit will provide an opportunity to strengthen the IMF partnership with Rwanda and Senegal, two countries that have seen success in building strong, stable, and inclusive economies in the world’s second fastest-growing region,” Ms.…
LILONGWE, Malawi, January 16, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is gearing up its response to the disaster declared by the President of Malawi in flood-affected districts of the country. Working with the Government and with other humanitarian partners, WFP is moving to flooded areas stocks of food from its regular programmes that will be replenished once the crisis is over. A government-led agriculture and food security humanitarian cluster has been activated to help coordinate the response. Initial estimates suggest that as many as 20,000 households (or 110,000 people) have been displaced. Many more…
CAPE-TOWN, South-Africa, January 15, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The 2015 Investing in African Mining Indaba (http://www.miningindaba.com/?utm_source=APO&utm_medium=pressrelease2&utm_campaign=MI15) taking place on 9 – 12 February 2015 in Cape Town South Africa will feature an array of globally recognised economic visionaries, mining thought leaders and some of Africa’s largest deal-makers for the approximately 7000 delegates set to arrive from more than 110 countries.Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/MiningIndaba-1.pngMining Indaba’s distinguished lineup of speakers is unparalleled and include: • ROBERT FRIEDLAND, Executive Chairman and Founder, Ivanhoe Mines Ltd.• ANITA MARANGOLY GEORGE, Senior Director, Global Practice on Energy and Extractive Industries, World Bank Group• DR. DAMBISA MOYO, International…
NAIROBI, Kenya, January 14, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Launch of new ethanol stoves project could change cooking in Kenya for GoodWhat: Launch of new ethanol stoves project could change cooking in Kenya for GoodDate: 15 January 2015Time: 10amVenue: Safi Offices, Kibera ClimateCare Directors Tom Morton and Edward Hanrahan will be joined by Lisa Phillips, Head of DFID, Kenya in Kibera tomorrow,15 January, to launch a revolving fund that will allow residents to purchase clean burning ethanol stoves at an affordable price. The stoves, designed and distributed by Safi International, will change the way people in Nairobi cook, for good.…
STOCKHOLM, Sweden, January 14, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Minister for Foreign Affairs Margot Wallström will visit Maputo on 15 January to attend the inauguration of Mozambique’s new president, Filipe Jacinto Nyusi. Sweden and Mozambique have historically enjoyed good relations that go back to the time of Sweden’s support for the liberation movements in Southern Africa before independence. As our second largest recipient of bilateral aid, Mozambique has long been a close partner of Sweden.This visit will provide Ms Wallström with the opportunity to meet many leading representatives of other countries, especially in this important region.”Sweden and Mozambique have long-standing…
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, January 14, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Tigo (http://www.tigo.co.tz) today announced the launch of Tigo Music through a partnership with Deezer, the international music streaming service that will provide Tanzanians with unlimited music experience. Announcing the launch of the new service in Dar es Salaam, Tigo Brand Manager, William Mpinga said through pre-paid data bundles from January 24, Tigo customers will be able to access more than 36 million tracks, including African and Tanzanian artistes, on their phones and tablets. Additionally, Tigo will also be sourcing exciting new and local content through a new venture with…
WASHINGTON, January 13, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Local Internet hosting is key to the development of the Internet ecosystem in emerging countries, according to a report released today by the Internet Society (http://www.internetsociety.org). Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/internetsociety.pngPhoto: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/index.php?level=picture&id=1656 (Michael Kende, ISOC’s Chief Economist and co-author of the report)The development of locally relevant Internet content that is attractive to users has been shown to have a positive impact on Internet adoption. As the infrastructure necessary for Internet access is becoming more available in developing countries and emerging regions, efforts to increase Internet adoption rates are now focused on the development of such…
KINSHASA, Dem. Rep. of Congo (DRC) January 13, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa warmly welcomes the commander of U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM), General David Rodriguez, during his visit to the DRC from January 12-14. During his brief visit to Kinshasa, General Rodriguez will meet with senior DRC political and military leaders, as well as meet with MONUSCO Special Representative Secretary General (SRSG) Martin Kobler. General Rodriguez’s visit is intended to recognize U.S.-DRC cooperation on advancing peace and security in central Africaand highlight U.S. support for DRC’s strong commitment to building professional and capable military forces.
LONDON, United-Kingdom, January 12, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Minister for Middle East leads British trade delegation, with companies from energy, construction and retail sectors, to Egypt.On Monday 12th January, British Minister for the Middle East and North Africa Tobias Ellwood will arrive in Cairo to boost trade and increase British investment in Egypt.Mr Ellwood will be accompanied by over 40 leading British companies from the energy, construction, and retail sectors looking to do business in Egypt.Minister for the Middle East Tobias Ellwood said:“This significant trade mission underlines Britain’s commitment to helping the Egyptian people build a successful future for…
NAIROBI, Kenya, January 12, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Visit of Foreign Minister of Egypt to UNON – 13 January 2015 What Visit of Foreign Minister of Egypt to UNON Who – H.E. Mr. Sameh Shokry, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Egypt – Sahle-Work Zewde, UN Under-Secretary-General and Director-General of the United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) – Achim Steiner, Executive Director UNEP When 13 January 2015, 08.40 am Where UNON Conference Room 1 The Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and his delegation will be attending the Committee of Permanent Representatives (CPR) on 13 January 2015 at the UN complex…
PARIS, France, January 9, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — France condemns the terrorist attacks perpetrated on January 8 in the town of Baga and the surrounding villages, in northeastern Nigeria. Many displaced persons and refugees have fled the area, and according to press reports, there are numerous casualties. The perpetrators of these heinous attacks must be held accountable. Together with its African and international partners, France stands resolutely alongside Nigeria in the fight against terrorism.
GENEVA, Switzerland, January 9, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Families living in the eastern provinces of North Kivu, South Kivu and Orientale are due to be reunited with their children today after months or even years apart. The 147 boys and five girls all belonged to armed forces or groups until recently. “Voluntary and forced recruitment of children is still a widespread problem in this country,” explained Tanja Cisse, who runs civilian-protection activities for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). “Such recruitment is prohibited by both national and international law. This is the message we must get across.”…
NAIROBI, Kenya, January 9, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Press interview Opportunities and Lunch Invitation 13 January 2014 from 11:00 am, UN Complex, Nairobi Egyptian Foreign Minister, H.E. Sameh Shoukry, will pay a visit to Nairobi, Tuesday, where he will address the 129th Session of the UN Committee of Permanent Representatives at the UN Office in Nairobi. Mr. Shoukry, whose country chairs the current cycle of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN), will also host a lunch where he is to speak about Egypt’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat at the UN Security Council, allocated to the African…
BRUSSELS, Kingdom of Belgium, January 8, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — On Thursday 8 January in Kigali, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Didier Reynders and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Development Cooperation Alexander De Croo agreed with the Rwandan authorities to establish a permanent political dialogue to strengthen bilateral relations and to build a mature and stable friendship. Such a permanent dialogue will make better consultations possible on issues such as the political space, the role of civil society, freedom of expression and pluralism.The ministers also agreed to promote the development of economic relations and investments.…
PARIS, France, January 8, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — On 6 January, Dominic Ongwen surrendered to US military personnel in the Central African Republic (CAR), where African and US troops are fighting against the Lord Resistance Army (LRA). FIDH and FHRI welcome the apprehension of LRA Commander Dominic Ongwen and call for his transfer to the International Criminal Court (ICC) and prompt trial to face justice for the massive atrocities committed by the LRA.« The surrender and detention of Dominic Ongwen is a major event. We hope it will contribute to weaken and put an end to the atrocities committed…
PARIS, France, January 8, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — On 6 January, Dominic Ongwen surrendered to US military personnel in the Central African Republic (CAR), where African and US troops are fighting against the Lord Resistance Army (LRA). FIDH and FHRI welcome the apprehension of LRA Commander Dominic Ongwen and call for his transfer to the International Criminal Court (ICC) and prompt trial to face justice for the massive atrocities committed by the LRA.« The surrender and detention of Dominic Ongwen is a major event. We hope it will contribute to weaken and put an end to the atrocities committed…
BRUSSELS, Kingdom of Belgium, January 8, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — In Bujumbura on Wednesday 7 January, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Didier Reynders and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Development Cooperation Alexander De Croo jointly met with President Nkurunzize and Minister of External Relations and International Cooperation Kavakure, as well as with representatives of civil society and the business community. They also had separate meetings and visits: Didier Reynders met with the Independent National Electoral Commission, political parties and an association of journalists, Alexander De Croo had a meeting with the ministers responsible for priority…
GENEVA, Switzerland, January 8, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Mauritius’s record on children’s rights will be reviewed by the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child (CRC) on Wednesday 14 January and Thursday 15 January in sessions that will be webcast live. Mauritius is one of the 194 states that have ratified the Convention on the Rights of the Child and so is required to undergo regular examinations of its record before the Committee of 18 independent experts. Among the possible issues to be discussed by the CRC and the government delegation from Mauritius are: impact of the…