CASABLANCA, Morocco, May 18, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — OCP Group (http://www.ocpgroup.ma) is planning its third International Symposium on Innovation and Technology in the Phosphate Industry (Symphos) (http://www.symphos.com) from the 18th to 20th of May 2015 in Marrakesh, with the theme “Innovation to serve sustainable agriculture”.Logo OCP: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/ocp.pngLogo Symphos 2015: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/symphos.pngPhoto: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/photos/symphos.jpgThis year’s event will bring together over 1200 participants from the phosphate industry from all corners of the world, representing over 45 countries. Symphos 2015, a forum for meetings and discussions between the major international players in the phosphate and phosphate derivatives industry, will build on the previous events,…
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TOKYO, Japan, May 18, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — 1. Japan is concerned by a series of violent acts taking place in Burundi, causing heavy casualties as well as numerous refugees pouring into neighboring countries.2. Japan calls upon all the relevant parties to exercise maximum restraint and make every effort toward the earliest possible peaceful resolution.
GENEVA, Switzerland, May 18, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The ICRC fears that tens of thousands of civilians forced to flee new outbreaks of fighting in South Sudan will suffer from a lack of food and health care while on the run.The latest uprootings of the civilian population have occurred in the towns of Leer in Unity State and in Kodok in Upper Nile state. The ICRC fears the hostilities could sever escape routes used by civilians to flee the area, and we remind all armed actors of the absolute demand under International Humanitarian Law for civilians not to be…
JOHANNESBURG, South-Africa, May 18, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Brand South Africa (http://www.brandsouthafrica.com) has learnt with sadness of the passing of former Chairperson Ms Anitha Soni on Sunday.Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/bsa.jpgReflecting on the tenure of Ms Soni from 2009-2012, Brand South Africa’s Chairman Ms Chichi Maponya said, “Today South Africa has lost a passionate and committed Brand Ambassador. Ms Soni was a patriot in the true sense of the word, she used her innate skills and ability to serve our country.”“Under her leadership as Chair of the Board, Ms Soni led the rebranding of the then-International Marketing Council (IMC) to Brand South…
JOHANNESBURG, South-Africa, May 15, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Pan African Parliament (PAP) meets biannually for its statutory Session to deliberate on various issues that affect the continent. The 6th Session takes place at the time when the term of the current parliament is coming to an end on 26 May 2015.The highlights of the upcoming Session are as follows: • 18 May – official opening on the 18 May, by the President Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya, as Guest of Parliament, and the 2nd Vice-President of the Republic of Sudan who is a former member of PAP.• 21 May…
OTTAWA, Canada, May 15, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Honourable Rob Nicholson, P.C., Q.C., M.P. for Niagara Falls, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement:“We are gravely concerned by the reports of escalating violence in Burundi. Canada calls for calm and asks that all Burundians work together in the interest of peace.“Canada commends the ongoing efforts, including those of the leaders of the East African Community, who are calling for a cessation of violence by all parties and the restoration of stability in order to allow the safe return of refugees and the holding of elections in…
VATICAN, Holy See, May 15, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The role of the Church in the process of national reconciliation, Christian formation and the deepening of faith at all levels, and the defence of the family as the primary locus for learning forgiveness and faith were the central themes of the discourse Pope Francis handed to the bishops of the Episcopal Conference of the Central African Republic this morning, at the end of their “ad Limina” visit. “I would like you to convey to all your people the assurance of my closeness”, writes the Holy Father. “I know of…
JOHANNESBURG, South-Africa, May 15, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — • “Health clinic on wheels” will service townships of Diepsloot, Cosmo City and Orange Farm in Johannesburg • Collaboration between Philips, Rhiza Foundation, Nozala Trust and IDC is an example of a Public Private Partnership (PPP) aimed at improving access to high-quality primary healthcare • Launch is part of the sixth consecutive Philips Cape Town to Cairo roadshow that maintains focus on maternal and child healthOn the occasion of Philips’ sixth consecutive Cape Town to Cairo roadshow (http://www.philips.com/C2CAfrica), Philips South Africa (http://www.philips.com) and the Rhiza Foundation today launched their “mobile clinic”…
CAIRO, Egypt, May 15, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The recent increase in the number of people affected by the avian influenza virus H5N1 in Egypt is not related to virus mutations but rather to more people becoming exposed to infected poultry, according to a recent mission of six organizations assessing the H5N1 situation in the country. Since November 2014 to 30 April 2015, the period analysed by the international mission, a total of 165 cases, including 48 deaths were reported. This is by far the highest number of human cases ever reported by a country over a similar period.…
KINSHASA, Dem. Rep. of Congo (DRC) May 14, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — World Bank Group Managing Director Dr. Sri Mulyani Indrawati on Tuesday concluded her visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) (http://www.minfinrdc.com), where she met with President Joseph Kabila Kabange, Prime Minister Matata Ponyo and key members of the Congolese Government to discuss long-term development prospects for the region, and to review progress made as part of the Great Lakes Regional Initiative.Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/drcfin.png During meetings held May 10-12, Dr. Indrawati commended DRC officials for their efforts to stabilize the macroeconomic environment. Encouraged by this progress, Dr. Indrawati…
CONAKRY, Guinea, May 14, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Louis Berger (http://www.louisberger.com) recently kicked off a 1.3 million euro ($1.4 million USD) construction supervision project to rehabilitate 151 kilometers (93 miles) of National Road 1 (RN1) between Dabola and Kouroussa in central Guinea. RN1 is a major thoroughfare across the country and could extend to southeastern Mali in the future.Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/louis-berger.pngPhoto: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/index.php?level=picture&id=1988“This contract is the result of our commitment to building a strong partnership with the Guinean Ministry of Public Works, which reflects our more than 25 years of experience in the country,” said Pascal Houdeau, deputy general manager of…
SKHIRAT, Morocco, May 14, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — In a glittering ceremony hosted by the African Innovation Foundation (AIF) (http://www.africaninnovation.org) in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry, Trade, Investment and Digital Economy in Skhirat, Morocco, researcher Adnane Remmal was announced winner of the Innovation Prize for Africa (IPA) 2015 Grand Prize (http://www.innovationprizeforafrica.org), scooping the US$100 000 cash prize. This was a fitting tribute to an extensive research process, providing African farmers with a solution to improve livestock production whilst taking into account consumer health needs.Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/african-innovation-foundation-aif.jpgPhoto: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/index.php?level=picture&id=1990 (Adnane Remmal (right) IPA 2015 winner, with the Ministry of Industry, Trade,…
SINGAPORE May 14, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Surbana International Consultants (http://www.surbana.com) was appointed today as the master planner for Kinshasa, the capital and largest city of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Surbana will be providing a regional structure plan for Kinshasa Province (with a land area of over 9,900 km2 – approximately 14 times the size of Singapore) and a detailed master plan for Kinshasa City (2,500 km2 in size).Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/surbana.jpgPhoto 1: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/index.php?level=picture&id=1982Photo 2: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/index.php?level=picture&id=1983Download document ‘Surbana’s Presence in Africa (Updated May 2015)’: http://www.apo-mail.org/150514.pdfThis is Surbana’s largest masterplanning contract to date as well as its first in the…
JOHANNESBURG, South-Africa, May 14, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — South Africa’s hospitality industry is prepared to grow further in the next five years, with most growth in the sector expected to be generated in Cape Town, according to a report released by PwC today.Download the report ‘Hospitality Outlook 2015’: http://www.apo-mail.org/150514pwc.pdfPhoto: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/index.php?level=picture&id=1985 (Nikki Forster, Hospitality Industry Leader for PwC, Southern Africa)Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/pwc.png Nikki Forster, Hospitality Industry Leader for PwC, Southern Africa (http://www.pwc.com), says: “Although South Africa’s economy has weakened, the hotel industry in 2014 has benefited from an increase in foreign visitors and rising room rates.”PwC’s 5th edition of the ‘Hospitality…
WASHINGTON, May 13, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The United States is deeply concerned by new reports of heavy fighting in northern state of Unity following a Government offensive against Opposition forces. We remind all parties that renewed fighting is in direct contravention of the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement signed in 2014.In addition, we are deeply disturbed by credible reports of grave human rights abuses against civilians in the areas around Mayom and south of Bentiu. We call on the government to allow protection actors to inspect sites where violations are alleged to have occurred, to include Nhialdiu, Wathjak, and…
DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, May 13, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Tigo Tanzania (http://www.tigo.co.tz) has announced that Diego Gutierrez resumes as General Manager of Tigo Tanzania following the completion of the tenure of Interim General Manager Ms Cecile Tiano.Photo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/index.php?level=picture&id=1065 (Tigo Tanzania General Manager, Diego Gutierrez)Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/tigo-1.jpgAccording to a statement issued to the press today, Ms Tiano has been at Tigo’s helm in interim capacity since the beginning of the year. She has enjoyed considerable success with the company including the launches of Tigo Music and 4G network, making Tigo the first telecommunications company to provide the technology in the…
GENEVA, Switzerland, May 13, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — A UN report published Wednesday reveals that grave violations of international humanitarian law were committed by the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a rebel group from Uganda, in Beni territory, North Kivu province, over a three-month period at the end of 2014. These violations, which were both systematic and extremely brutal, may amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity, the report says. Between 1 October and 31 December 2014, at least 237 civilians were killed, including 65 women and 35 children, by ADF combatants in Beni territory. Some 47 civilians were…
ACCRA, Ghana, May 13, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The largest mining event in the region, the 7th West & Central Africa (WaCA) Mining Summit & Expo (http://www.magenta-global.com.sg/wacamining2014) returns to Accra, providing the industry with the timely platform to showcase resilience, strength and unity after a turbulent year especially pockmarked by Ebola, falling mineral prices and declining global demand.Logo: http://www.photos.apo-opa.com/plog-content/images/apo/logos/magenta.jpgMagenta Global (http://www.magenta-global.com.sg) will once again host this cornerstone industry event, supported by important industry stakeholders including the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources Ghana and the Ghana Minerals Commission.Taking place on the 20th & 21st of May 2015, the event…
CAPE-TOWN, South-Africa, May 13, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — • Philips’ annual Cape Town to Cairo roadshow kicks-off in the Mother City, with an ambition to drive the LED lighting revolution across the continent• New Philips digital lighting innovations will meet demand for sustainable energy consumption Royal Philips (AEX: PHIA, NYSE: PHG) (http://www.philips.com), the global leader in LED lighting, kicked off its sixth consecutive Cape Town to Cairo roadshow (http://www.philips.com/C2CAfrica) by lighting up the iconic Clock Tower, the Port Captain’s building and the Swing Bridge, at the popular V&A Waterfront (http://www.waterfront.co.za) in Cape Town, South Africa. This year’s roadshow theme,…
EL FASHER (DARFUR), Sudan, May 13, 2015/African Press Organization (APO)/ — UNAMID strongly deplores the rapid deterioration of tensions between the Ma’alia and the Reziegat tribes into armed confrontations resulting in the death of dozens of fighters from both sides and the injury of many others. The Mission remains gravely concerned about the continued mobilization on both sides despite a temporary lull in the fighting. UNAMID continues to exert around-the-clock efforts to mitigate the impact of the fighting on the civilian population in the area. The Mission is ready to assist the Sudanese authorities in the ongoing evacuation of more…