Ethiopia today joined 29 countries in the establishment of the World Organization for Cooperation in Artificial Intelligence (Waico) aimed at promoting international cooperation and global governance.... in artificial intelligence (AI), Fana Media Corp highlighted.
The Ethiopian Minister of Innovation & Technology, Belete Molla,
signed the Agreement on the establishment of Waico, at a
ceremony held in Shanghai, China --- the city that hosts
the World Conference on Artificial Intelligence 2026
from July 17 to 20.
Addis Ababa's participation highlights its growing focus on AI and
digital transformation efforts. The country is advancing sector
development initiatives, including the Digital Ethiopia 2025
agenda and the establishment of a national artificial
intelligence institute.
Earlier this year, Belete reaffirmed the commitment to strengthen
international cooperation in data resources, technological
innovation and digital development, the source recalled.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi signed the agreement on behalf
of the Asian giant, while UN Secretary-General António Guterres
was among the representatives attending the ceremony for the
establishment of the intergovernmental organization.
Headquartered in Shanghai, Waico will operate in line with the
principles of the UN Charter and promote international
cooperation in artificial intelligence through
consultations, joint contributions and
shared benefits, according to
the agreement.
It aims to support the development of AI in a safe, inclusive,
and equitable way by advancing global collaboration and
governance frameworks that ensure that artificial
intelligence benefits humanity.
The proposal for its establishment was put forward by China in July
2025 as a multilateral platform aimed at closing the global AI gap
and ensuring that its benefits reach developing countries,
particularly those in the Global South.
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Ethiopian Immigration Service -
Reveals Progress in Fiscal Year
Addis Ababa, July 17th, 7:17am
(Prensa Latina)
The Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Service (ICS) issued
approximately one million 633 thousand 104 passports during
the fiscal year 2025-2026; A milestone that strengthened
tourism and the country's international connectivity,
was announced today.
ICS Director General Selamawit Dawit said at a press conference
that this achievement reflects the institution's ongoing efforts
for digital transformation and the modernization of services,
which has significantly improved efficiency, security
and accessibility.
Dawit revealed that they generated revenues of more than
$264,248 in the period indicated, including more than
$33,417 of benefits to Ethiopians living abroad,
demonstrating the growing contribution of
digital platforms to the activity.
He noted that the full implementation of the country's e-passport
system, along with other advanced digital technologies,
transformed immigration and citizenship services,
making them faster, safer and more accessible.
He said that the digital reforms carried out at the ICS headquarters,
regional offices.... and Ethiopian diplomatic missions around the
world, allowed citizens to access assistance more efficiently.
The directive added that the number of passport service centres
nationwide increased from 12 to 23, which greatly improved
citizens' access and reduced bottlenecks.
Beyond passport services, the civil registration systems of Addis
Ababa and Dire Dawa were fully digitized, marking another
important step in Ethiopia's broad digital transformation
agenda, he added.
He reiterated that the reforms are designed to improve the
delivery of public services while supporting national
development priorities, such as tourism promotion,
digital governance, and greater engagement at
the international level.
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Partnership with China to
.....accelerate Ethiopia's
digital transformation
Addis Ababa, July 17th, 6:49am
(Prensa Latina)
The state-owned telecommunications company Ethio Telecom
and the Chinese company Inspur Software Technology - today
explored a strategic alliance to accelerate the transformation
of Ethiopia's digital infrastructure.
The topic was the focus of talks between the Ethiopian company's
chief executive, Frehiwot Tamru, and a high-level delegation from
the Asian company led by board chairman Lin Shuai.
The visiting delegation was joined by the deputy general manager
of Shandong International High-Speed Road & Bridge Engineering
Group, Gao Xinjie, who expressed a shared commitment to foster
a comprehensive partnership that combines advanced digital
technologies with the development of state-of-the-
art infrastructure.
In line with Ethio Telecom's "Next Horizon: Digital and Beyond 2028" strategy, the discussions addressed establishing a strategic alliance that integrates state-of-the-art digital technologies..... with modern infrastructure -- to strengthen the country's digital economy. By combining cutting-edge computing capabilities & robust physical infrastructure, this collaboration... seeks to create a resilient, intelligent, and future-
proof digital ecosystem that drives inclusive economic growth and national development.
As part of the proposed collaboration, the Chinese company will
contribute its expertise - in advanced digital infrastructure,
supporting the design & deployment of high-performance
Egypt plans to expand cooperation in the energy sphere with a
Chinese state-owned company, the Ministry of Electricity and
Renewable Energy announced, in a statement circulated
today, to the press.
The purposes of the collaboration with China Southern Power Grid
International (CSPGI) ---- are to modernize the national power
distribution grid, integrate renewable energy sources, and
ensure supplies to consumers, according to the source.
Delegations from both countries discussed.... the "potential for
cooperation in energy planning, integration and maximization
in its use and proposals for intelligent distribution systems &
solutions for the storage ....of this inexhaustible resource."
The Asian giant's side focuses its operations on the transmission
& distribution of electricity, the operation and storage of pumped
hydroelectric electricity generation, plus hydro-electric control
systems and energy integration.
Egypt is interested in integrating the production of renewable energy
sources into the national grid to stabilize it at times of high demand,
the hosts informed their guests, according to the statement.
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Emirati president begins visit to Egypt
Cairo, July 13th, 12:04pm
(Prensa Latina)
Bilateral relations, as well as regional and international events
were examined by the presidents of Egypt, Abdel Fattah El
Sisi, and of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Sheikh
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the chief
magistracy said today in a statement.
The character of the visit was described as "fraternal" in the
official report, according to which issues of "mutual c
oncern, in particular efforts to prevent further
escalation in the Middle East" were
also discussed.
The Levantine region is going through a serious crisis, due to the
military aggression of the US and Israel against Iran, & Tehran's
retaliatory attacks on Washington's military bases in the UAE,
Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Jordan and Bahrain.
Last week, Cairo condemned Tehran's replies and denied that
there were "frictions with sister Arab nations" circulating on
social networks.
The UAE territory was targeted by several Iranian missiles,
including Israeli early warning radar sites, it was recalled.
The Emirati president was received by his host at the airport in the
northern city of El Alamein, famous for having been the scene of
a decisive battle in World War II between the forces of German
Marshal Erwin Rommel and Britain's Bernard Montgomery.
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Ethiopia - recognized Germany
as a key development partner
Addis Ababa, July 13th, 11:48am
(Prensa Latina)
Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos, stressed today, that Germany
is a key partner for Ethiopia in development cooperation and trade
& the need to strengthen bilateral collaboration on global issues.
This was expressed by Timothewos ...in a meeting with the State
Secretary of the German Federal Foreign Office, Géza Andreas
von Geyr, reported the local Chancellery, in its Twitter
account on the social network X.
Von Geyr, for his part, pointed out ---- that Berlin is an important
destination for Ethiopian exports and stressed the importance
of continuing to strengthen economic ties between the
two countries.
During the dialogue, cooperation in areas such as skilled labour,
climate change mitigation and resilience was also discussed,
as well as an exchange of views.... on the evolution of the
regional situation and the context in the Middle East.
Both sides stressed the importance of maintaining dialogue
and international cooperation in promoting peace, stability
and shared prosperity.
The meeting reaffirmed Ethiopia and Germany's commitment to
expanding their long-standing partnership through increased
economic engagement, development cooperation, and
coordinated efforts on regional and global priorities.
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11 suspected Islamists killed in Kenya,
on the border with Somalia
Nairobi, July 13th, 11:19am
(Prensa Latina)
Kenya's authorities said that special troops eliminated 11 alleged Islamists belonging to the Al Shabaab group that operates in Somalia, it was learned here today.
According to a police report, the operation was carried out the
day before in Mandera County, located on the common border,
against a faction planning an attack in northern Kenya.
It was also said that the ground operations had air support and
in addition to the dead, seven other Islamists were wounded.
The rest of the al-Shabaab group retreated to Somali territory,
where they have their bases. Weapons and ammunition were
also seized.
Al Shabab -- is a youth movement that carries out continuous attacks against military and civilian facilities in Somalia, and intends to establish an Islamic state there.
Al Shabab operates mainly in rural areas of central and southern
Somalia, but also carries out actions in the capital, Mogadishu,
and some penetrations into Kenya.
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Over 20,000 children rescued
from armed groups - in DRC
Kinshasa, July 11th, 3pm
(Prensa Latina)
The Disarmament, Demobilization, Community Recovery and
Stabilization Program (P-DDRCS) achieved the withdrawal
of 20,700 children from armed groups in the Democratic
Republic of Congo (DRC), Radio Okapi reported today.
Since its launch in 2021, the project has reported progress such
as the demobilization of 6,422 ex-combatants, of which 832 are
women, the source said, based on statistics collected by the
national coordination of the program.
He added that the disarmament operations have also resulted in
the recovery of more than 1,200 firearms, 1,400 knives and a
significant stockpile of ammunition.
The P-DDRCS aims... at the demobilization and reintegration of
ex-combatants and psychosocial support to conflict-affected
communities in the east of the country --- and has the
operational and technical support of international
agencies and the United Nations Stabilization
Mission in the DRC.
One of its key pillars is the participation of local communities,
which is essential to promote the reintegration of
ex-combatants and consolidate peace.
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Araghchi arrives in Muscat to address
Strait of Hormuz management
Tehran, July 11th, 9:13am
(Prensa Latina)
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived today in Muscat,
the capital of Oman, to discuss with the Omani authorities the
agreements on the management of the Strait of Hormuz,
the regional situation and bilateral relations.
Iran's official IRNA news agency reported that the visit follows
consultations held over the past 2 months between Tehran
and Muscat, on navigation in the strategic waterway.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei explained that
the strait is one of the central issues of the memorandum of
understanding signed with the US, mediated by Pakistan
and Qatar.
According to Baghaei, the memorandum contemplates the
cessation of hostilities, the lifting of the U.S. naval
blockade against Iran, and the reopening of
the Strait of Hormuz.
The closure of that route led to an increase in oil and gas
prices, as well as greater inflationary pressures,
according to the source.
"As agreed, we were to consult and cooperate with Oman on
this. To date, several rounds of technical meetings have
been held in both Tehran and Muscat, and this visit is
also part of the culmination of such consultations
to facilitate safe navigation..... in the Strait of
Hormuz," Baghaei said.
U.S. media reported on Friday --- citing unnamed officials, that
Washington demanded Tehran publicly commit not to attack
vessels in Hormuz and keep its routes open to
commercial transport.
Iran, for its part, insists on the need to coordinate in advance the
transit of ships through the strait, considered one of the most
important routes for the world's energy supply.
The Iranian-Omani Joint Committee for the Management of
Navigation in the Strait of Hormuz held its first meeting
in Muscat on 29 June.
The Omani delegation was led by Abdulaziz bin Abdullah al-Hinai
of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, while the Iranian delegation
was led by Deputy Minister Kazem Gharibabadi.
According to the Tasnim agency, the parties examined Article 5
of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding, referring to
ensuring the safe passage of merchant ships, & discussed
the future of the management of the strait ---- within the
framework of the rights of coastal states.
Both delegations noted -- that coordination must respond to their
common interests, respect the sovereignty of the two countries
& conform to international law & existing bilateral agreements.
Iran and Oman had previously agreed to create a joint working
group to continue dialogue and reach an understanding on
the management of shipping & related maritime services.
Opposition leaders in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
and representatives of the National Episcopal Conference of
Congo (Cenco) and the Evangelical Church in Congo (ECC)
met in Burundi, local media reported today.
Under the initiative of the country's president and current
president of the African Union, Évariste Ndayishimiye,
figures such as Martin Fayulu, Delly Sesanga and
Jean-Marc Kabund traveled to Bujumbura this
weekend to listen to the continental
organization's plan to resolve the
political crisis -- La Tempête
des Tropiques reported.
According to the publication, former President Joseph
Kabila, convicted by a military court, is not directly
involved in the exchange.
Actualite.CD, for its part, says that the meeting is focused
on the crisis in the provinces of North and South Kivu,
with the intention of designing a consensual and
inclusive roadmap that involves civil society
and religious groups - to support regional
peace processes.
Although there is no talk of possible constitutional change
in the DRC as an agenda item so far, the composition of
the delegation and the Congolese political situation,
suggest that the issue will also be part of the talks.
Opposition leaders in Bujumbura lead the C64 coalition,
which opposes these reforms in the Constitution - and a 3rd term for President Felix Tahisekedi.
On July 8, the group called for a protest march
against a possible referendum -- as well as to
demand the resignation of the head of state.
This weekend, defense and security officials in Kinshasa
and other localities warned against any disturbance of
public order and reaffirmed their commitment to
ensuring the safety of people and property.
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Experts say: rebels consider
creating autonomous region
in DRC
Kinshasa, July 2nd, 1:32pm
(Prensa Latina)
The United Nations Group of Experts on the Democratic
Republic of Congo (DRC) said in its most recent report
that the Congo River Alliance-March 23 Movement
(AFC/M23) is considering establishing an
autonomous region in eastern Congo.
The rebels, who have occupied several towns and cities
in the provinces of North and South Kivu, according to
specialists, pursue expansionist objectives, for which
they strengthen their government structures.... and
consolidate their territorial control, Actualité.CD
reported today
"The ultimate goal of the movement remains the overthrow of
the Congolese government, although it also considers, as an
alternative, the establishment of an autonomous region in
the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo,"
the group of experts said.
"Federal Republic of Congo" is the name that the AFC/M23
contemplates if the eastern areas of the DRC under its
control gain autonomy, the document added.
They also specified, that the argument of protecting the Tutsis,
Banyamulenge and Hema from ethnic cleansing and genocide
has been increasingly used in public statements to justify
the actions of the rebels, who despite the peace talks
are intensifying their operations ---- with the aim of
capturing Walikale, Kisangani, Kalemie and Beni.
"Since the start of the Doha Process in March 2025, the
territory occupied by the group has increased by more
than 35 percent, in violation of Security Council
resolution 2773 (2025)," the UN report said.
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Tanzanian government - deploys
security forces in Dar es Salaam
Dodoma, July 2nd, 12:32pm
(Prensa Latina)
The Tanzanian government deployed security forces
today.... in Dar es Salaam and other cities in the
country, in response to the protests planned
for the controversial 2025 elections.
Political observers recalled on Thursday that the
demonstrations broke out on election day,
October 29, and lasted until the 31st of
that month motivated by allegations
of fraud and repression during the
electoral process --- where the
main opposition candidates
were excluded.
In the end, Samia Suluhu Hassan, a politician and
economist, won the elections with almost 98%
of the votes.
Last week..... the government announced a ban on all
political rallies under the pretext of security threats,
as protesters plan to gather on July 7 to demand
democratic reforms ......and justice --- for last
year's violence.
The protests coincide with the Dar es Salaam International
Trade Fair, in the country's economic capital, which is held
annually every July 7 at the Mwalimu JK Nyerere
fairgrounds. ODA/FVT
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Egypt decrees severe measures
to protect the Nile River
Cairo, July 2nd, 12:15pm
(Prensa Latina)
The Nile River, one of the fathers of humanity, is on its way
to recovering the clarity of its waters, protected by severe
measures announced here today.
Those who pollute the waters with waste of any kind or
dig ditches that slow the flow of the river risk fines of
up to 500,000 Egyptian pounds (more than $10,000)
and jail time, according to the decree of the
Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation
(MRHI) circulated to the press.
It adds that the ministry "ordered strict nationwide
inspections of canals and waterways with on-the
-ground visits, drafting legally binding reports,
and "taking immediate practical action
against those who pollute waterways
or threaten public health."
The directive instructs the ministry's agencies, to increase the
maintenance work of canals and drains, including the removal
of grasses, garbage & other waste so that the water reaches
farmers in the required quantities and the scheduled times.
The floods of the Nile --- caused by the monsoon, between May
and August carry organic matter that fertilizes Egyptian lands
and feed cereal crops --- have been controlled since the mid-
twentieth century thanks to the construction of the Aswan
dam, a titanic work built under the leadership of the late
Egyptian leader, Gamal Abdel Nasser.
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Community clashes in Nigeria
...leave nearly 50 dead
Abuja, July 2nd, 11:59am
(Prensa Latina)
New community clashes in western Nigeria
left about 50 people dead, local media
reported today.
According to the Nigerian newspaper, The Premium Times,
the attack in the town of Tegina, Niger state, also caused
the burning of numerous homes and the displacement
of the population.
Eyewitnesses said the clashes began the day before when
a group of ethnic Fulani armed with machetes attacked a
Kamuku community in Tegina, killing 42 people,
including children.
Shortly after, the response of the Kamuku, who executed
six Fulani on a nearby plantation was not long in coming.
For his part, Wasiu Abiodun, spokesman for the Niger
Police, said that investigations are being carried out
and information is being sought for a more accurate
toll of fatalities.
In Nigeria, especially in the southwest and centre,
inter-community clashes are frequent, resulting
in hundreds of deaths and injuries each year,
and heavy economic losses due to the theft
of livestock, grain, and the destruction of
agricultural plantations.
Within Nigerian territory, there is also growing insecurity
due to the onslaught of armed gangs and radical groups
such as Boko Haram and splinter formations of the
Islamic State.
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Panel of experts to contribute to
national dialogue in Ethiopia
Addis Ababa, July 2nd, 11:42am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia's National Dialogue Commission (ENDC) today
organized a panel of experts to offer professional
guidance and information to the participants of
the conference, scheduled for July 15.
ENDC Chief Commissioner Mesfin Araya noted that such
a group will help develop a common knowledge-based
perspective throughout the event, & ensure success.
Araya explained that the national conference will address
eight points and each will have experts assigned to help
participants reach a common understanding on the
issues under discussion.
For his part, Deputy Chief Commissioner Hirut Gebreselassie
stressed that the panel of experts will act as a professional
advisory body and not as a decision-making body.
Gebreselassie specified that, among his functions, are to
provide technical advice, simplify complex concepts,
present policy options, and evaluate proposals, in
addition to providing support to the
consultation groups.
They will also share lessons and experiences from
other countries and contribute to the formulation
of final recommendations.
The group of experts -- is composed of specialists
from various professional fields & responsibilities.
The Ethiopian National Dialogue Conference will be
attended by diverse social, political, religious and
community backgrounds, considered a historic
moment for the African country, after an
extensive consultation process.
According to the Commission ---- dialogue agendas were
collected from 1,234 districts, representing about 93%
of Ethiopia's administrative districts in the regional
states and the two municipal administrations.
The consultation process was also extended to members
of the Ethiopian diaspora, ensuring that voices from
abroad are included in the national conversation.
The forum will mark a significant chapter in Ethiopia's
broader national dialogue initiative, launched to
address the deep-seated political polarization,
historical grievances.... and competing
narratives, that shaped the country's
political landscape for decades.
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Solidarity aid from Africa
---- present in Venezuela
Caracas, July 2nd, 10:30am
(Prensa Latina)
Africa's solidarity with Venezuela in the face of the tragedy
of the June 24 earthquakes - was evident with the arrival
of 42 tons of humanitarian aid from Equatorial Guinea,
Foreign Minister Yván Gil said today.
The Equatoguinean Minister of Foreign Affairs, Simeón Oyono
Esono Angüe, also arrived with the air shipment, who was
received at the foot of the stairs by his Bolivarian
counterpart.... to melt into a strong embrace.
"On behalf of the president in charge, Delcy Rodríguez, we
thank the people of Equatorial Guinea and its president
Teodoro Obiang Nguema for this valuable help," the
senior South American diplomat wrote on his
Telegram account.
Gil acknowledged in the audiovisual that accompanies the
message, that it was the "sister nation" of Equatorial
Guinea, perhaps one of the first countries that
expressed its immediate solidarity, whose
authorities ------- and the ambassador in
Caracas immediately communicated
with the Venezuelan side.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs pointed out that they were not
only messages or words, but also the sending of these 42
tons of humanitarian aid consisting of medicines,
medical supplies and other materials for the
people affected by the earthquakes of
7.2 and 7.5 magnitude.
This is a gesture, he said, that extends
beyond solidarity, but -- is one of
"brotherhood really," he said.
Venezuela received as of yesterday 707,063 tons of
humanitarian aid and 4,099 rescuers ---- from 31
countries.. in Latin America, the Caribbean,
North America, Oceania, the Middle East,
Asia and Europe, some of whom.. have
already begun to return to their own
nations...... while others continue
their work in the disaster areas.
The Bolivarian authorities reiterated their infinite gratitude
to governments around the world --- which offered their
solidarity and cooperation in the face of the scourge
of the earthquakes ----- considered the "greatest
natural disaster" in the history of Venezuela.
Last night in the state of La Guaira, the governor in charge
and other authorities visited the operations centres of the
rescue teams of France, Peru, Germany and Jordan,
toured the field hospitals deployed by Samaritan's
Purse (US) and the International Red Cross.
Also, in an act with government authorities and ambassadors,
the head of state presented the Canine Heroes of Venezuela
and Heroes of Venezuela - a decoration in its second class,
to rescuers from Italy and Switzerland.
He also sent letters of thanks and decoration to the Prime
Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, and the President of the
Swiss Confederation, Guy Parmelin.
Rodríguez said that mourning for the victims turned into
gratitude to all the peoples of the 31 countries that
arrived in Venezuela, where "humanitarian hope
......vibrates in each heart."
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Egypt raises salaries for state employees
Cairo, July 2nd, 10:28am
(Prensa Latina)
Egyptian state employees will receive a 15% increase
in their salary checks, parliamentary sources
reported today.
The decision follows the approval in the House of
Representatives of a package of measures
designed to increase the minimum wage
for state employees from 7,000 to
8,000 pounds a month (about
$163) ....and the addition of
subsidies -- said the chair
of the House Workforce
Committee, Mohamed
Saafan.
The bill was proposed by President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi
to give workers periodic bonuses and give tax
facilities to investors, the lawmaker added.
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Cuba for expanding cooperation
with Bié province in Angola
Luanda, July 1st, 5:11pm
(Prensa Latina)
Cuba's ambassador to Angola, Oscar Leon, today addressed
cooperation between the two countries and in particular
with the province of Bié, during a meeting with the
governor of that territory, Celeste Adolfo, and
her executive.
The diplomat, who is on a working visit to the territory
--- accompanied by other officials of the Cuban state
mission, referred to the possibilities of expanding
joint work ----- to areas such as agriculture
and construction.
On the occasion, the governor praised the historic relationship
of cooperation between Angola and Cuba, and advocated for
the revitalization of these ties in various specialties and
medical technologies, in order to guarantee a greater
offer of services to the population in Bié, the
provincial government said on its
Facebook account.
León, for his part, thanked the warm welcome in the territory
& shared experiences of his visit to some local institutions,
where he verified the possibilities of opening new fronts
of collaboration, based on the Local Development Plan
and taking into consideration the priority sectors.
Agriculture, mining, construction, energy and biotechnology
can be paths to explore in this sense, he said, proposals
that were well received by the governor, according to
the cited source.
The Cuban ambassador and his entourage... arrived in Bié
the day before, where they were received by the deputy
governor for Technical Services and Infrastructures,
Eng. José Fernando Tchatuvela.
Its work program in the territory includes exchanges with
collaborators from the Caribbean nation who work in the
province -- a meeting with a representation of Angolan
former students in Cuba ----- and meeting part of the
community of compatriots residing in the territory.
On its first day, the delegation visited the Memorial of the
Battle of Kuito-Bié, which recalls the heroism of
combatants and civilians who --- under the
guidance of the Popular Movement for
the Liberation of Angola --- defeated
attempts to subdue the city --- and
stopped a division of the country.
According to the Cuban Embassy's Facebook site, they
also toured the Dr. Walter Strangway hospital, one of
the Angolan government's investments in the health
sector ...and where Cuban professionals provide
technical assistance, and contribute to the
training of new cadres.
They were also received at the Higher Polytechnic Institute
of Bié, where they had the opportunity to exchange with
its president, Dr. Fernando Maia, and part of his work
team, in addition to learning about the results of
the collaboration with Cuba, the source said.
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Egypt to resolve Libyan conflict?
Cairo, July 1st, 2:26pm
(Prensa Latina)
The visit to Tripoli, the Libyan capital, of the head of the
Egyptian General Intelligence (IGE), General Hassan
Rsashad, is based on initiatives for the solution of
the conflict in that North African country, media revealed today.
Libya is the scene of a war between two parallel
governments, one based in the capital and the
other in Benghazi (east).
The head of the IGE met with the Prime Minister of the
Government of National Unity (GNU)... Abdel-Hamid
Dbeibah, after meeting with the foreign ministers
of his country, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia and the
US presidential adviser for African and Middle
East affairs, Massad Boulos, and the deputy
commander of the Libyan National Army in the east of the country and active
coordination with Turkiye.
(according to the note
that he refrains from
citing his sources.)
The distribution of power between the warring parties
...and the growing role in Egypt's efforts to ensure
political security and end the economic chaos
that has devastated Libya since 2011.
That year, NATO's military aggression ---- based on the biased
interpretation of a UN Security Council resolution, overthrew
Libya's constitutional government & facilitated the capture
and assassination, after torture, of Muammar Gaddafi, the
country's leader, who led his country to possess ---- the
highest level of human development in Africa.
The authorities put in place by the West - allowed Islamist
militias to create fiefdoms and a vibrant black market
for weapons ........and smuggling businesses for
undocumented migrants.
For Egypt, the stabilisation of the Libyan situation also
brings tranquillity on its western border and the
possibility of the reopening of a vast source
of jobs.
Before the outbreak of the chaos induced by Western powers, more than a million Egyptians worked in Libya, mainly in the
field of services whose remittances to relatives in their
country --- helped to strengthen the Egyptian pound.
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Nearly 400 dead from Ebola
in Democratic Congo
Kinshasa, July 1st, 1:36pm
(Prensa Latina)
The Ministry of Communication of the Democratic Republic of
Congo (DRC) reported today that nearly 400 people lost their
lives in the African nation as a result of an Ebola outbreak.
In its latest published balance there are 1,333 confirmed
cases, 399 deaths, 189 recovered individuals and 609
patients under treatment.
26 new cases of contagion were detected, as well as nine
recoveries of those infected by the disease. At the
moment the fatality rate is 29.7%.
The epidemic remains mainly concentrated in the provinces
of Ituri, North Kivu and South Kivu, where surveillance
and health care have been strengthened.
Ebola is a serious, often fatal, disease in humans. According
to the medical literature, the viruses that cause it belong
to the genus Orthoebolavirus of the Filoviridae family.
To date, six species of Orthoebolavirus have been identified,
of which three are known to cause large outbreaks: Ebola
Virus, Sudan Virus and Bundibugyo Virus.
Experts point to fruit bats of the Pteropodidae family
as responsible, as they are natural hosts of
the Orthoebolavirus.
The virus can be transmitted to humans when people have
close contact with the blood, secretions, organs, or other
body fluids of infected animals ---- such as fruit bats,
chimpanzees, gorillas, and porcupines, that are
found sick or dead in the rainforest.
Individuals cannot transmit the disease before they have
symptoms, and they remain infectious as long as their
blood contains the virus.
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Floods in Ghana leave 12 dead
Accra, July 1st, 12:44pm
(Prensa Latina)
Ghana's authorities confirmed today the death of
twelve people due to the major floods that
affected areas of this capital.
Heavy rainfall between Sunday and Monday in and
around Accra left heavy flooding especially in the
Odawna area, located in the southwestern part
of the city.
According to the national broadcaster Joy FM, citing
sources from the Ghana National Fire Service, some
500 people have already been rescued --- but it is
feared that the death toll could rise ------ due to
landslides.... in which excavation teams are
working, and search operations continue.
Firefighters also said emergency units were deployed
in several affected areas to evacuate residents
trapped by the floods.
Authorities also asked residents in flood danger areas
to follow the recommendations issued, as the rains
are expected to continue.
However, the regular migration from rural areas to the
capital -- a phenomenon that is repeated in under-
developed countries, increases the risks, as
these people build illegal settlements in
low-lying areas and near rivers.
In addition, there is a history of flooding in the rainy season
which constitutes a warning of what could be to come in
the form of floods that unleash outbreaks of infectious,
stomach and respiratory diseases.. and invasions of
rats, common companions of these catastrophes.
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Somali regime confirms death of 35
alleged members of Al Shabaab
Mogadishu, July 1st, 12:34pm
(Prensa Latina)
The Somali government confirmed the death of 35
alleged members of the Al Shabaab group... in
aerial bombardments -- carried out against
camps of that faction, military sources
highlight here today.
The Defense Ministry added that another 20 members
of that Islamist group were injured in the military
actions carried out in the surroundings of the
city of Godey, in the Lower Shabelle region
south of this capital.
Somali military authorities also added the day before
that the bombings targeted weapons depots and
hideouts used by al-Shabaab Islamists and that
the attacks used F-16 fighter jets ----- with
''international cooperation''.
Al Shabab is an Islamist faction allied with Al Qaeda that
carries out continuous attacks against military and
civilian facilities in Somalia.... and aims to establish an Islamic state.
This faction operates mainly in rural areas of central
and southern Somalia, but also carries out actions
in the capital.
Somalia, a country in the so-called Horn of Africa --- is
still enduring years of fragmentation and war, set up
by the West -- with the collusion of the UN -- which
used the forced with-holding of food aid and set
clans to fight each other, while propping up a
puppet regime --- to fight its own people.
This led to the al Shahab movement - which means ''Youth'' ...and was hugely popular, holding vast swathes but after Western interference, starvation and mass migration began.
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Sudanese Army: reports
Recovery of Kulbus City
Khartoum, July 1st, 12:25pm
(Prensa Latina)
The Sudanese army said that Kulbus, a strategic town
on the border with Chad, was retaken after heavy
fighting against the so-called Rapid Support
Forces (RSF), it was learned here today.
Military sources said that their troops took control of
that city in Western Darfur after heavy clashes that
left heavy losses for the foreign-backed
paramilitary units.
They also say the army and its allies, a coalition of armed
militiamen, held checkpoints along the border with Chad.
Kulbus is located between the army-held border town of
Al-Tina in North Darfur and El-Geneina, the capital of
West Darfur, still under the control of the RSF.
Observers said Wednesday that fighting has intensified
in recent months along the border between North and
West Darfur as the army seeks to secure a strategic
corridor along the border with Chad.
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Kenyan police - ''recognize'' two
dead in ''clash'' with protesters
Nairobi, July 1st, 11:23am
(Prensa Latina)
New demonstrations of protest took place in the Huruma
neighbourhood in this capital, in the face of the alleged
kidnapping of two opposition activists by security
forces, local media reported today.
The clashes left one dead and two injured and, according
to the newspaper The Star - which cites police sources -
the victims carried out vandalism during the protests,
in addition to blocking several roads.
Authorities confirmed that there have already been two
deaths since the marches began in remembrance of
the anti-government demonstrations of June 2024,
which left dozens dead.
Meanwhile, police said the two missing activists are
identified as Abdulaziz Duba Molu and Maxwell
Kiarie, and their whereabouts have not been
known since last week, when the first
marches were called.
Political analysts point out that President William Ruto
is extremely unpopular, especially with young people.
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Angola: Caimaneros
Express Solidarity
with Cuba
Luanda, June 30th, 1:02pm
(Prensa Latina)
Members of the Association of Angolan Former Students
in Cuba (Caimaneros) -- ratified to the ambassador of the Caribbean nation in Angola, Oscar Leon, their
solidarity in the face of the difficult moment
that the island is experiencing today, due
to the aggressions of the United States.
Meeting in the province of Huambo, in the centre of the country,
where León and other officials ....are on a working visit, the
Caimaneros thanked the training received, the result of
the ideas of the first Angolan president, Antonio
Agostinho Neto, and the historical leader of
the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro.
In addition to expressing their support for Cuba - in the face of
Washington's economic war, the members of the association
reaffirmed their willingness to continue contributing to the
consolidation and development of relations of friendship
and collaboration between the Caribbean nation and
Angola, according to a note from Cuba's Embassy.
Angolan authorities estimate that more than 45,000 national
students were trained in the Antillean archipelago over 50
years, which has been a bulwark for the development of
the country and the training of new generations of
professionals and technicians.
Ambassador León and the delegation that accompanies him
arrived in Huambo on Saturday and have completed a
program that also included a meeting with the
provincial deputy governor of Technical
Services and Infrastructure, Edgar
Hilário, and other authorities of
the territory.
They also held an exchange ...with Cuban aid workers from
various sectors working in the province, who commented
on their work experiences and expressed their desire to
contribute to the country at a time when Cuba is going
through a very complex situation.
The delegation also visited the facilities of the Medisaf
Clinic, a health institution where several Cuban health
professionals residing in the city..... work.
On Sunday, Consul David Fundora held a meeting with members
of the Cuban community residing in Huambo, with whom he
discussed their life experiences, their main concerns and
proposals related to consular work and the policy of the
Cuban State... towards residents abroad.
At the meeting, the commitment of Cubans living abroad
to their homeland and the important role they play in
strengthening ties with Cuba, was highlighted,
according to the Cuban consulate's
Facebook page.
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From Bolivia, Congolese call for
solidarity with their country
La Paz, June 30th, 12:44pm
(Prensa Latina)
On the 66th anniversary of the independence of the
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the head of
that country's representation in Bolivia, Roland
Moleka, today called for ------- solidarity with
his homeland.
"Within the context of this commemoration date, our thoughts
are with the victims of the armed conflicts in the east of the
DPRK, with the bereaved families, the displaced people
and, in a special way, with the many women and girls
who are victims of violence," he said in statements
to Prensa Latina.
Speaking to Prensa Latina on behalf of the Representation of
Residents and Culture of the DRC in Bolivia, Moleka insisted
that one cannot remain indifferent to the suffering of his
compatriots, while gunfire, insecurity and fear have
become a daily reality for many communities.
"We call for national and international solidarity," reiterated
the representative of the DRC, "so that.... violence ceases
definitively and peace, justice and reconciliation prevail."
Referring to June 30, 1960, Moleka said that this historic date
recalls the courage, sacrifice and determination of the
founding fathers of the DRC, who fought for the
freedom, sovereignty and dignity of that
African nation.
"We pay tribute on this day of national celebration, to all
the women and men who contribute daily to building a
stronger, more united and prosperous DRC," he said.
He considered that, despite all the challenges, "our country
continues to be a land of hope: rich in cultural diversity, in
dynamic youth and in immense potential for development.
"We express the most sincere wish that peace will return
and be consolidated throughout the national territory,"
Moleka insisted, "so that every Congolese man and
woman can live in security, dignity and hope for a
better future."
From Bolivia, the authority reaffirmed the commitment of
his compatriots to promote a positive image of the DRC,
strengthen the bonds of fraternity among their fellow
citizens, as well as to value its cultural heritage in
the eyes of friendly peoples.
"May this day be a source of pride, unity, memory
and renewal ...for all Congolese," he concluded.
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Approved draft ------ Ethiopian
Carbon Market Proclamation
Addis Ababa, June 30, 11:05am
(Prensa Latina)
The House of People's Representatives (parliament) today
ratified the draft Proclamation of the Ethiopian Carbon
Market, a legal framework designed to attract green
investments, regulate credits and ensure a
transparent distribution of revenues.
The document, which was approved during the 29th ordinary
session of parliament, will operationalize the country's
National Carbon Market Strategy (2025-2035).
The chairman of the Standing Committee on Plan, Budget and
Finance of the legislative body, Desalegn Wedaje, stressed
that the proclamation creates a highly conducive
environment for the implementation of
international treaties ratified by the
country ----- including the historic
Paris Agreement, thus fulfilling
promises to reduce green-
house gas emissions.
Wedaje further explained that, as a nation vulnerable to
the adverse impacts of climate change, the legislation
establishes the institutional mechanisms and
regulatory clarity needed to foster high-
quality green investments,
and facilitate seamless
technology transfers.
It introduces, he added, a transparent legal architecture to
govern carbon trading operations that lacked adequate
systemic regulation, and ensures procedural
consistency, transparency and operational
efficiency by consolidating fragmented
rules and directives into a single,
unified framework.
Ultimately, the House passed the legislation by a
majority vote, with one abstention, enacting it -
as the Ethiopian Carbon Market Proclamation.
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Refugees in Egypt travel..... to Gaza
Cairo, June 30th, 11:03am
(Prensa Latina)
Gazans who fled their homes and took refuge in Egypt... are
waiting today for the procedures to return to the land from
which they were expelled by Israeli military aggression.
This is the fifty-seventh group to embark on the same path,
said a spokesman for the Egyptian Red Crescent (RRC),
the entity in charge of caring for them during their
forced exile .......and taking them to the Rafah
crossing, bordering the Palestinian enclave.
An MLR team facilitates the procedures, distributes food
and provides psychological support to minors, and
procedures for family reunification, the same
source said.
At the same time, Egyptian officials are preparing the
conditions to receive a new group of wounded and
sick Gazans treated in hospitals in the country of
refuge and who will arrive later, in ambulances.
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Angolan President Reaffirms -
Commitment to Peace in DRC
Luanda, June 30th, 10:49am
(Prensa Latina)
Angolan President João Lourenço today reaffirmed his
country's commitment to peace in the Democratic
Republic of Congo --- in a message addressed to
his counterpart, Félix Tshisekedi, for the 66th
anniversary of Congolese independence.
In the letter, shared by the Angolan Presidency, he
congratulated the people and government of the
neighbouring country and recalled that 30 June
1960 recalls a period in history in which the
DRC became a worthy reference in the
struggle of the peoples of Africa for
national independence and the
recovery of freedom.
"The trajectory they have followed since then has confirmed
these expectations of Africans, due to the role that their
country was able to play in a complex world context
at that time, in favour ---- of the conquest of
independence and sovereignty - of the
Republic of Angola," the note said.
He added that the two nations share a common destiny
and neighbourly relationship that should bring benefits
for development, considering the great potential of
resources... at their disposal.
"We share the same concerns... about peace and stability in
our respective countries and in the subregion, and this fact
imposes on us the responsibility to do everything possible,
within the framework of coordinated actions, to restore
stability and security in the DRC," the Angolan
president said.
He also added that this is a fundamental factor
for the two countries --------- to promote the
development of the African continent.
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Cuba ---- congratulates Democratic
Republic of Congo on national day
Havana, June 30th, 10:16am
(Prensa Latina)
Cuba congratulated the people and government of the
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) today, in the
celebration of the 66th anniversary of the
independence of the African nation.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a message in X, reaffirmed
the interest in "continuing to consolidate the existing
historical ties --- as well as the ties of friendship and
cooperation." On June 30, the nation in the centre
of the African continent celebrates 66 years of
independence from the then Belgian Congo.
Cuba and the DRC have maintained historic ties
of friendship and cooperation...... since the
establishment of diplomatic relations
on April 15, in 1974.
The Antillean country has contributed to the training of
dozens of young Congolese, while reiterating its
willingness to share experiences in various
fields for the benefit of mutual economic
growth and well-being.
For its part, the second largest country in Africa has
maintained its support for the just demand of the
Cuban people and government --------- to end the
economic, commercial and financial blockade
imposed for more than six decades.... by the
US.
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Egyptian Foreign Minister Emphasizes
Support for Lebanon's Sovereignty
Cairo, June 29th, 12:12pm
(Prensa Latina)
Egypt emphasized through the voice of its Foreign Minister,
Badr Abdelatty, the need to respect the sovereignty and
territorial integrity of Lebanon, the ministry's
spokesman said today in a statement to
the media.
The formulation was conveyed to the speaker of the Lebanese
parliament, Nabih Berri, during a telephone conversation held
the day before, the source said.
The latest developments in the Middle East and efforts to
reduce tensions in the area were also examined on the
occasion, the official report said.
In this regard, the foreign minister stressed the importance of
capitalizing on the framework agreement sponsored by the
United States "to achieve Israel's total withdrawal from
Lebanese territories, allow the Lebanese state to
extend its authority over its entire territory and
ensure the full implementation of UN Security
Council Resolution 1701 without selectivity,"
The version distributed to the
press specifies.
In the conversation.... the minister conveyed President Abdel-
Fattah El-Sisi's directives to continue to provide all kinds of
support to Lebanon, including its leaders, government,
people and national institutions.
The Lebanese parliamentary leader thanked the Egyptian
leadership for its support and "continued support for his
country, especially in times of crisis," the spokesman's
information added.
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Ethiopian Prime Minister....
Receives Somali President
Addis Ababa, June 29th, 12:09pm
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed today received the
President of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who
arrived for a working visit --- with the aim of
strengthening bilateral relations, to
address regional issues.
"I held bilateral talks with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud
of Somalia -- on economic ties, security and regional stability,
anchored in trust and mutual respect. Ethiopia and Somalia share more than borders, we share what is most precious
to us: our people and common destiny!" wrote Ahmed on
his social network account X.
The talks focused on their desire -- to strengthen economic
cooperation, enhance security collaboration, and promote
regional stability.
Mohamud also congratulated Ahmed on the recent election
victory of the ruling Prosperity Party (PP), expressing hope
that the renewed rule will lead the Ethiopian people into
a new era of peace, development and prosperity.
The Somali president arrived in this capital the day before
and was received by the vice-president of the PP, Adem
Farah, at Bole International Airport.
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South African President: Calls to
Curb Anti-Immigrant Violence
Pretoria, June 29th, 12:05pm
(Prensa Latina)
The President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, spoke
out today against vandalism and violence, in the face
of the anti-immigrant marches called for tomorrow,
Tuesday, amid xenophobic attacks in the country.
South Africa.. is experiencing a level of tension that
has increased in recent months and the police are
mobilized on high alert, the authorities said
on Monday.
The Pretoria government condemned in a statement -- all
forms of intimidation, harassment and violence directed
against anyone, regardless of their nationality or
immigration status.
Meanwhile, Firoz Cachalia, Minister of Police, confirmed
the strong police mobilization to guarantee the rights
and dignity of all those who live in the country and
prevent vandalism and incitement to violence.
Violent South African groups have given irregular African
migrants a deadline of Tuesday, June 30, to leave the
country, as they blame them - for the economic
problems suffered by the country - and the
high crime rates.
Meanwhile, countries such as Zimbabwe, Ghana, Nigeria
and Malawi have already repatriated hundreds of their
citizens, while Kenya, Malawi and Lesotho, have
issued security alerts, while others such as
Uganda .....are preparing plans for the
departure of their citizens.
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African entity called for investments
to address causes of displacement
Berlin, June 29th, 11:47am
(Prensa Latina)
The executive secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority on
Development (IGAD), Workneh Gebeyehu, advocated today in
Germany for strategic investments, that address the causes
of displacement.......... before people are forced to leave
their homes.
Speaking at the side event under the theme "Hamburg Call to
Action on Internal Displacement" ...organized by the United
Nations Development Programme, Gebeeyehu suggested
that the most effective response to such movement is
not --- increased humanitarian assistance at the
destination, but --- increased investment
at the source.
''At IGAD, we believe that building stable, prosperous, and
sustainable communities starts with investing in peace, empowering youth and women, and creating
opportunities ---- where displacement
originates'', she said.
The side event was held within the framework of the
Hamburg Sustainability Conference, scheduled for
June 29 and 30 in the German city of the
same name.
On the other hand... Gebeyehu reported on his account of
the social network X about the meeting with the director
general for the Horn of Africa of the German Federal
Ministry for Economic Cooperation & Development
...Volker J. Oel, focused on strengthening the
bilateral collaboration portfolio.
It also identifies common priorities to promote sustainable
development, resilience and livelihoods throughout the
Horn of Africa region.
The Hamburg Sustainability Conference is considered
a catalyst for global change, dedicated to forging
partnerships and developing innovative
solutions ------- to today's most
pressing challenges.
With a clear mission to drive sustainable change
and accelerate the United Nations Sustainable
Development Goals, it provides a platform
where ideas and visions are translated
into concrete solutions ---- for
measurable progress.
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Nigeria says several Islamist leaders
....surrendered to the army
Abuja, June 29th, 11:18am
(Prensa Latina)
Nigerian military authorities said today that several leaders
of the Islamic State in West Africa (Iswa) surrendered to
the authorities, as a result of military operations in
Borno province.
Mohammed Goni, a spokesman for the operation, confirmed
the arrests but did not identify the Iswa leaders held by
the military, but said.... they were all taken to safe
places for identification and interrogation.
The Nigerian army recently reported that it had released
some 360 hostages of the Islamist armed group Boko
Haram in the mountains of Mandara, a stronghold of
that Islamist faction, and also stated, that in the
course of the operation two babies who were
in captivity.. perished, due to exhaustion.
Borno is a state in northeastern Nigeria where several
Islamist factions such as Iswa and Boko Haram
operate, and is currently the scene of heavy
fighting, where numerous members of the
armed groups that attack both civilians
and military and capture hostages for
ransom have already been killed
or captured.
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More than 630 civilians killed
in three months in DRC
due to conflict
Kinshasa, June 27th, 2:54pm
(Prensa Latina)
More than 630 civilians were killed in the provinces of Ituri and
North Kuvu in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in the
last three months, due to violence by armed groups, local
media reported today.
Publications such as Radio Okapi and Actualité.CD - echoed a
report by the United Nations Stabilization Mission in the DRC
(MONUSCO), which reported that from March 19 to date,
632 civilians lost their lives due to the conflicts in
North Kivu and Ituri.
In the same period, the UN Joint Office for Human Rights
documented 1,221 rapes, including numerous cases of
sexual violence perpetrated by armed groups and
members of the Congolese security forces, with
nearly 3,000 victims, mainly women
and children.
According to MONUSCO, the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), a
group affiliated with the Islamic State, is responsible for the
killing of 287 civilians since March 26 to date, also
generating mass displacements and hindering
humanitarian access.
The Mission has strengthened its operational capacity and has
carried out more than 2,100 joint patrols with the DRC Armed
Forces, in addition to deploying mobile bases in the most
vulnerable areas, the head of MONUSCO, James Swan,
told the UN Security Council.
"The Mission..... also continues its support to local peace
mechanisms and disarmament and reintegration
programmes. Between March and June, more
than 300 ex-combatants and their family
members were repatriated to Rwanda
in coordination with the relevant
authorities," he said.
He added that MONUSCO has held numerous consultations
with the Congolese authorities, civil society and the rebel
leaders of the Congo River Alliance-March 23 Movement
(AFC/M23), as well as with regional actors.
In particular, he highlighted the talks with the Special Envoy for
the Great Lakes Region, Huang Xia; with the African Union
mediation team led by the President of Togo, Faure
Gnassingbé; with the AU facilitators or their
representatives, and with the Chair of the
AU Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf.
He also mentioned the dialogue in Luanda, with Angolan
President João Lourenço, who has also played a role
in the search for peace in eastern Congo.
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Egypt to produce its own wind turbines
Cairo, June 27th, 10:14am
(Prensa Latina)
Within two years, Egypt will be the first African and
Middle Eastern country to produce its own wind
turbines, official sources announced today.
The project, which will be paid for in national currency,
is based on a memorandum of understanding signed
with China's SANY Renewable Energy, according to
which the first turbines will be installed in the
Gulf of Suez.
After they come into operation, the mills will generate two
gigawatts and will be the first step in a more ambitious
project that includes the manufacture of solar panels.
The prospect is to produce enough energy for domestic
consumption and export to states in the region,
according to details issued after the signing
of the pact attended by the Egyptian PM
Mostafa Madbouly and the Minister of
Electricity and Renewable Energy,
Mahmoud Esmat.
The agreement is part of the strategy to support the
national industry, increase its participation in
renewable energy projects and develop
electricity technologies locally, the
source added.
With explosive population growth and energy production
based on gas and fossil fuels, the development of clean
energy-based programs, Egypt both creates jobs, and
encourages ------- the installation of new industries,
while cutting the emission of greenhouse gases.
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27 million Congolese
are food insecure
Kinshasa, June 27th, 10:14am
(Prensa Latina)
Almost 27 million people, over a quarter of the population of
the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), live today in food
insecurity, according to the head of the United Nations
Stabilization Mission (MONUSCO), James Swan.
Addressing the UN Security Council in a meeting held the day
before, he pointed out that the humanitarian plan for 2026,
designed to help 7.3 million people in dire need, has a
budget of 1.4 billion dollars, of which only 53%
has been financed to date.
According to Radio Okapi, Swan called on the international
community to urgently fill this funding gap, which puts
lives at risk.
He added that the prolonged closure of banks in Goma,
on the one hand, and the closure of airports in Goma
and Kavumu, on the other, hinder the delivery of aid
and exacerbate the vulnerability of populations
caught up in the conflict.
He insisted on the need for all parties to agree on the
reopening of these vital infrastructures, in addition
to condemning the violence against humanitarian
workers, of whom four have been killed - so far -
this year.
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Somalia announces death
of four alleged Islamists
Mogadishu, June 26th, 12:04pm
(Prensa Latina)
Somali security forces announced today the death of
four alleged members of the Islamist faction Al
Shabaab in actions carried out in the Lower
Shabelle region, south of this capital.
According to the National Security and Intelligence Agency
(NISA), the operation was carried out with international
support, which it did not specify, in the town of
Kuntuarey, against a camp used to train and
organize militias in repression and
extortion work.
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DRC Highlights U.S. Sanctions
on Rwandan Companies
Kinshasa, June 26th, 11:45am
(Prensa Latina)
Media outlets in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
today highlighted the sanctions imposed by the US on
companies based in Rwanda, accusing them of
facilitating the illicit trafficking of minerals
from the east of the country.
Newspapers such as Infos27, La Tempête des Tropiques and
Le Potentiel highlighted the event as a blow to the financing
of the war, since Gasabo Gold Refinery Ltd.; its president,
Jean Malic Kalima; its CEO, Bosco Kayobotsi, and three
other companies are considered guilty of laundering
gold ...for the rebels.
The mining companies Bugambira Mines LTD, Wolfram Mining
and Processing LTD and Rwinkwavu Mining Corporation LTD.,
in addition, are mentioned as being owned by the Rwandan
President, Paul Kagame.
According to Le Potencial, these measures - confirm the
Congolese government's thesis on the purely economic,
predatory and cross-border nature of the aggression
against the DRC.
U.S. sanctions state that the assets of these entities are
frozen and they are prohibited from conducting any
transactions with U.S. persons.
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Nigeria.. announces ---- release of
53 hostages from Islamist groups
Abuja, June 26th, 11:38am
(Prensa Latina)
Nigeria announced today the release of 53 people
kidnapped by the Islamist faction Islamic State
in West Africa (Iswap) which splintered from
its counterpart, Boko Haram.
According to the army, the operation was carried out
in the northeastern state of Borno, as part of the
offensive against Islamist groups operating in
this Nigerian region.
Military spokesman Mohammed Goni said the military
broke the Islamist blockade on the road between
Buratai and Kamuya, and rescued 53 hostages
in the area.
The rescued people were transferred to the city of
Buratai .....where they are in the process of
identification and medical evaluation.
Recently, the Nigerian army - rescued some 360 civilians
kidnapped by the Boko Haram faction in the mountains
of Mandara, a stronghold of that Islamist faction,
also in Borno state.
In northern Nigeria, Africa's most populous country, several
Islamist groups operate, such as Boko Haram and its West
African faction of the Islamic State (Iswap) or the so-
called Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin,
which are dedicated to kidnapping and
armed attacks on Christian villages,
schools and churches.
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Kenyan authorities... confirm
355 arrested during protests
Nairobi, June 26th, 11:09am
(Prensa Latina)
The Kenyan government confirmed that 355 people were
arrested during the demonstrations that took place in
remembrance of the June 2024 protests, it was
learned here today.
According to the local newspaper The Star, which quotes
statements by Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen
the day before, the detainees face charges of theft,
vandalism, the obstruction of streets and
attempted robbery.
The sources add.. that demonstrations took place
throughout the country and security forces used
tear gas to disperse the demonstrators.
This time participants set up roadblocks around Nairobi,
while schools and businesses remained closed, while
thousands of Kenyans accuse the government of
false promises, corruption and the kidnapping
--- of opponents.
Political analysts point out that President William Ruto is very
unpopular, especially the young people of Generation Z, but
presidential elections are scheduled for August 2027, and
observers highlight that Ruto has the advantage of a
fractured opposition.
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DRC strengthens measures -
to deal with Ebola epidemic
Kinshasa, June 26th, 8:34am
(Prensa Latina)
The national working group... in charge of the response to
the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo
(DRC), reinforced measures to confront the outbreak,
under the leadership of President Felix Tshisekedi,
the Presidency reported today.
In a working session held the day before, it was decided to
increase safety and health, with a greater deployment of
the Congolese National Police and health agents to
regulate circulation --- and intensify controls
(temperature control, hygiene, and hand
washing) in the most affected areas.
According to the account of the Presidency in X, a new
isolation protocol was also approved, establishing a
mandatory health observation period of 21 days
for confirmed contacts and restrictions on
travel abroad for residents of the
affected areas.
With regard to humanitarian support and infrastructure, the
Ministry of Social Affairs ...was instructed to coordinate
humanitarian assistance in the camps for displaced
persons, as well as to accelerate the construction
of nearby treatment centres.
The epidemic of the Ebola virus disease, decreed on May 15,
left a total of 1,155 confirmed cases, 304 deaths.. and 138
recovered patients as of June 24, while 326 people remain
hospitalized, according to data from the Ministry of Health.
The World Health Organization (WHO) announced on June 24
the start of a clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy of two
possible treatments against the disease, taking into
account that the Bundibugyo strain, which causes
the current outbreak, does not have certified
vaccines or therapies... so far.
The trial will focus on two antiviral drugs: MBP134 and
REMDESIVIR, and the study aims to investigate
whether they can reduce the mortality rate,
either separately ...or in combination.
The research will be carried out by a consortium of various
national and international institutions, including the
National Institute for Biomedical Research (INRB)
of the DRC, the medical organization ALIMA,
the University of Oxford and the WHO.
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Regional body -- congratulates
Djibouti on Independence Day
Djibouti, June 26th, 7:38am
(Prensa Latina)
The executive secretary of the Intergovernmental Authority
on Development (IGAD), Workneh Gebeyehu, congratulated
the Government and people of Djibouti on the occasion of
Independence Day... on June 27.
Gebeyehu on his social network account X expressed that,
"as a founding member, presidency of IGAD and generous
host of the organization's headquarters, Djibouti has
made invaluable contributions.. to promoting
multilateral cooperation, regional peace
and development. On behalf of IGAD:
Happy Independence Day, Djibouti!"
The African country was under French colonial control
since 1888 and in 1946 became an overseas territory
within the French Union with its own legislature and
representation in the French parliament known as
French Somaliland.
Subsequently, it was renamed the French Territory of the Afars
and the Issas until 1967. In 1958, as Somalia's independence
approached, a referendum was held to decide whether the
territory should remain with France or join Somalia.
The result ...was a vote.. to remain part of Paris.
A second referendum in 1967 yielded similar results, but on May
8, 1977, in a similar third process, 98.8 percent of voters chose
--------- independence from France.
It was on June 27, 1977, that Djibouti became the last of
France's African colonies to gain independence and
Hassan Gouled Aptidon, with a major role in the
yes campaign in the 1958 referendum,
became its first president.
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AU confident in unity
of member states to
address challenges
Addis Ababa, June 26th, 7:27am
(Prensa Latina)
The president of the African Union (AU) Commission,
Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, acknowledged today that,
despite the complex and evolving challenges,
the unity of member states ---- will be the
answer to face them.
Youssouf, at the closing session of the 52nd Ordinary Session
of the Committee of Permanent Representatives - stressed
that the disruption of maritime navigation through the
Strait of Hormuz.... has significant economic
repercussions --- for African economies,
particularly with its impact on global
energy markets and supply chains.
In this regard, he expressed the hope - that the recent ceasefire
agreement announced between the United States and Iran will
contribute to easing regional tensions and restoring stability.
He briefed the PRC on his recent consultations with the heads of
the Regional Economic Communities and Regional Mechanisms,
stressing ---- the importance of strengthened coordination and
enhanced complementarity to advance Africa's integration,
peace, security and development agenda.
He also provided an update ---- on the recent High-Level, Virtual
Summit on the Ebola outbreak, hosted by Burundian President
Évariste Ndayishimiye, in his capacity as President of the AU
this year.
He said the conclave successfully mobilized
both political support and resources ---- to
strengthen the continental response.
He expressed his gratitude to the AU Member States ----- for
their solidarity and generous contributions to the affected
countries --- while commending the Government of the
Democratic Republic of the Congo - for its continued
commitment and allocation of domestic resources
to contain the outbreak.
Youssouf thanked the Permanent Representatives for the zeal,
dedication and constructive spirit that characterized their
deliberations, which resulted in significant progress on
key issues before the Committee.
He also recognized the president of the PRC, the ambassador of
Burundi, Willy Nyamitwe, for his able leadership and direction
in guiding the work of that body in charge of managing the
daily affairs of the continental organization.
Before concluding, he called on them to continue their efforts in
advancing the Union's institutional reform agenda.... including
measures aimed at strengthening the financial sustainability
of the AU & improving the effectiveness of the Commission
in fulfilling its mandate.
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Kenyan police ------ crack down... on
demonstrations of so-called Gen Z
Nairobi, June 25th, 12:43pm
(Prensa Latina)
Kenyan police today faced demos of anti-government
protests carried out by young people of the so-called
Generation Z, who tried to revive the uprising
held two years ago.
On that occasion, many young people took to the streets
in June 2024, in protest against economic hardship
and corruption.
These demonstrations ended with an assault on the
parliament building and a high number of deaths,
injuries and arrests.
Young people were demanding lawmakers oppose a bill
with a tax increase, amid a high cost of living. The
police response was violent, which left over
60 deaths.
This time protesters staged roadblocks around Nairobi,
while schools and businesses remained closed.
Thousands of Kenyans accuse the government of false
promises, corruption and kidnappings of opponents.
Meanwhile, political analysts point out that President
William Ruto is very unpopular, especially among the
young people of Generation Z, but presidential
elections are scheduled for August 2027, and
observers point out that Ruto..... has the
advantage of a fractured opposition.
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Sudanese officials: criticize
equating parties in conflict
Khartoum, June 25th, 11:13am
(Prensa Latina)
The so-called Sovereign Transitional Council (CST) that
governs Sudan, demanded that the international
community not equate the parties to the
conflict in that African country on
equal terms, it was learned
here today.
Amgad Fareid Eltayeb Idris, adviser for political and
diplomatic affairs to the president of the CST and
the head of the army, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan,
stressed - that the risk posed by the so-
called Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to
the country is clear, and accused
these paramilitary militias
of fascism, genocide
and barbarism.
Media ambiguity generates complicity and fuels the
continuation of the war ------ because it creates
impunity for the RSF -- Idris explained - and
demanded: that we must stop pretending
neutrality, because the neutrality that is
located between the aggressor and the
victim is not neutrality, but complicity,
he added.
The official made these statements -- at the end of a visit to
Spain where he praised the role of the Madrid government,
which he described as a key and committed actor, in
support of the principles of International Law.
Al-Burhan's adviser also called for the dismantling of the RSF
and declaring the militia a terrorist organisation and ending
the military and political support it receives.
[Rhondda Records adds - ambiguity within Prensa Latina's
coverage of this conflict - is increasingly depicable and calling the Sovereign Transitional Council ''so-called''
& the way this article puts insults such as ''fascist''
into an official's mouth, making him sound crazy,
is followed by the phrase: ''military and political
Higino Carneiro formalized his candidacy for presidency of the MPLA
Luanda, June 25th, 10:21am
(Prensa Latina)
Higino Carneiro today formalized his candidacy for
the presidency of the Popular Movement for the
Liberation of Angola (MPLA) with the support
of 19,000 signatures and in the midst of an
accusation of alleged embezzlement and
money laundering.
The former governor of Luanda delivered the required
documents to the headquarters of the political
organization, which must be analyzed by the
subcommittee of mandates to validate
the proposal.
Carneiro told the press that the process of collecting
signatures took place under siege in some provinces
and that at first the more than 10,000 signatures
presented ---- were not accepted because the
subscription forms did not conform to the
official standard.
However, "the teams returned to collect them again and
we managed to complete the process successfully"
and now we can only hope that the candidacy
subcommittee.. "carries out its work with
transparency, impartiality and rigour,"
Novo Jornal said.
On his social networks, Carneiro shared a message
of thanks to all those who contributed to the
formalization of his candidacy for the
presidency of the MPLA.
"I thank the comrades... who believed in this project of
responsible renewal, those who worked daily in the
grassroots structures, those who mobilized
consciences.... those who traveled long
distances, those who dedicated their
time to collecting signatures,"
he said.
He said that the number of signatures of support
constitutes an unequivocal demonstration of
the vitality of militancy and the strength of
democratic participation within the MPLA.
He stressed that the formalization of this candidacy
represents just one more step in a broader political
process and that the most important moment will
be during the organization's congress ---- on
December 9 and 10, when the election
will be held.
He insisted that militants should not be intimidated by
anyone. "No member is above the Party. No leader is
above the Statutes. No position confers the right to
limit the freedom of political participation of the
members," he emphasized.
He commented that he will soon travel around the country
and maintained that the MPLA must continue to
consolidate itself as a great political family,
where mutual respect, coexistence in
diversity, conscious discipline, and
unity around the higher interests
of the organization and the
nation, prevail.
In his message on Thursday and in statements to the press,
Higino Carneiro did not mention the formal accusation
announced by the Attorney General's Office
on June 23.
However, in a previous statement on his social networks
he had said that he learned of the accusation through
he media, since he was not notified personally or his
lawyers on the same day it was made public.
He added that, from a strictly legal point of view,
Criminal Proceeding No. 46/19 remains in the
preparatory investigation phase.... with
essential steps still to be carried out,
for which reason he affirmed, that
the Prosecutor's Office doesnot
yet - have competence.... to
file charges.
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Niger's withdrawal.. from the
International Criminal Court
is confirmed
Niamey, June 24th, 1:32pm
(Prensa Latina)
The International Criminal Court (ICC) confirmed Niger's
decision to leave that entity, nine months after
announcing its intention, it was known
here today.
The ICC's notification of withdrawal was confirmed on
Wednesday by a spokesman for the organization, who
also specified that Niger deposited its instrument of
withdrawal with the United Nations Secretary-
General in his capacity as depositary of the treaty, on June 18, 2026.
Niger explained its withdrawal from the body on the grounds
that, while the court had generated great hopes among
peoples who value peace and justice, it has been
misused and exploited.
In this way, the departure will come into force
on June 18, 2027, a year after the notification.
Niger joins Burundi and the Philippines in doing
the same in 2017 and 2019, respectively.
Together with Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali announced
on 22 September last year their decision to withdraw
from the Rome Statute, considering that the court
....has become an instrument of neocolonial
repression,and an example of selective
justice, although the latter two have
not yet submitted their request
to leave the ICC.
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Murder charges against
Kenyan students
approved
Nairobi, June 24th, 12:26pm
(Prensa Latina)
Kenya's Public Prosecutor's Office today issued charges
against several students arrested for being involved in
a fire that cost the lives of 16 of their classmates.
It was also learned that the prosecutorial authority
approved the charges against the detained
students after a careful analysis of the
evidence and stated that the suspects
face 16 counts of murder, due to the
consequences the incident caused.
Kenyan police announced at the end of May the arrest of
eight students suspected of planning and setting fire at
the Utumushi Women's Academy in the town of Gilgil,
located in the centre of the country.
According to eyewitnesses, the fire started in the early hours
of the morning in a dormitory building that housed more than
200 students, in many cases daughters of police officers, as
this institution was the school's sponsor. Observers recall
that fires in Kenyan schools are common due in many
cases to electrical failures, lack of safety and
maintenance measures, without ruling out
those of arson origin. All generally leave
a high number of dead and wounded.
In 2001.... a total of 67 students died in a dormitory fire
in Machakos County and in 2024 another 21 students
also perished in another school fire in the centre of
the country.
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The Djibouti Secretary of State
Receives Cuba's Ambassador
Djibouti, June 24th, 8:11am
(Prensa Latina)
The Secretary of State for Sports of Djibouti, Fatouma Ali
Abdallah, received the Cuban ambassador here, Marcelo
Caballero, to review the current state of bilateral
cooperation in the sector, Prensa Latina
learned today.
According to information sent to this agency by the
Caribbean diplomatic headquarters, the meeting
took place in an atmosphere of cordiality,
respect and mutual understanding.
Both parties highlighted the convenience and interest of
continuing and expanding the existing collaboration
ties, as evidenced by the signing on May 4 of the
renewal of the contract for the provision of
services that gives continuity to Cuban
sports cooperation in this
African nation.
Abdallah reiterated his full willingness to continue working
closely with the Cuban side to raise bilateral cooperation
to higher levels, for the benefit of both countries.
During the meeting, Caballero conveyed to the Djiboutian
Secretary of State a verbal message of congratulations
on her recent appointment by the president of the
National Institute of Sports, Physical Education
and Recreation (INDER), Osvaldo
Vento Montiller.
He recalled that 2027 will mark 20 years since the arrival in
Djibouti of the first Cuban sports aid workers. Since then,
24 specialists have provided services in modalities such
as athletics, aerobics, volleyball, handball, basketball,
among other disciplines.
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DRC doctors' union announces
general strike
Kinshasa, June 24th, 7:42am
(Prensa Latina)
Professionals affiliated with the National Union of Doctors
(Synamed) announced the start of a general strike today
in all public hospitals in the Democratic Republic of
Congo (DRC), in protest against the government's
failure to comply with its commitments.
According to Synamed, the Executive has failed to respect
promises regarding the improvement of doctors' working
conditions and the payment of salary arrears,
estimated at 161 days, or almost six
months; hence the assemblies of
the organization decided
to strike.
During the strike period, only emergency services and blood
banks will remain operational, said the union's leadership,
which also organized a triage system in certain hospitals
for the care of urgent cases.
As reported by Actualité.CD, the union organization pointed out
that a minimum service will be maintained in health institutions
which will include the early discharge of hospitalized patients,
priority care for postoperative patients, the cancellation of
scheduled elective procedures and surgeries and the
suspension of outpatient consultations.
Synamed plans to hold an evaluation meeting
on Thursday, July 2, 2026, they added.
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Kenya halts U.S. ''health clinic'' construction
Nairobi, June 23rd, 11:37am
(Prensa Latina)
The construction of a camp erected by the US on
a Kenyan military base to use it as a quarantine
centre for its expatriate subjects suspected
of infection with the Ebola virus... was
announced here today by the
Ministry of Health.
The measure came into force, after a court declared Kenyan
Public Health Minister, Duale Said, ''displeased'' for ignoring
his order to halt construction work on the camp at Laikipia
Air Base.
I have ordered the complete and immediate cessation
of construction work or related activities, says the
statement ......issued by the health ministry
and distributed to the press through
social networks.
For their part, ''U.S. sources'' reported that the centre
was built in case of a need to evacuate its citizens
residing in this country - from areas where there
was a ''risk of contagion'' with the lethal virus
that ''broke out'' in the Democratic Republic
of Congo.
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Ethiopia calls for expanding access
to electricity at international event
London, June 23rd, 11:17am
(Prensa Latina)
Ethiopia today called for accelerating progress in
expanding access to electricity and improving
the affordability of climate finance, during an
event held in the framework of the London
Climate Action Week.
Ethiopian Foreign Minister and President-designate
of the 32nd United Nations Climate Change
Conference (COP32), Gedion Timothewos,
made the call ...while speaking at the
Global Dialogue on Electrification.
Timothewos supported a key proposal under
consideration at the meeting, which is to
raise electrification... to 35% of global
final energy consumption, by 2035.
In this regard, the head of Ethiopian diplomacy said it
could help to translate climate commitments into
concrete investments in power generation,
transmission networks and access to
clean cooking systems.
He stressed - that financing remains the main constraint
for many developing economies. Even when renewable
energy projects are viable, high borrowing costs often
delay - or prevent - their implementation, he warned.
This, he noted, reflects perceived risks related to
exchange rate volatility, political conditions
and regulatory uncertainty.
He called for stronger international instruments for
risk mitigation, including guarantees, insurance
mechanisms and greater access to local
currency finance.
He also stressed that electrification should
be understood as more than just a
decarbonization tool.
Expanding access to reliable electricity - is critical
for economic development, energy security and
industrial growth, especially in countries
where significant gaps in energy
access persist, he concluded.
The meeting, convened by the International Energy
Agency and the COP31 Presidency of Türkiye and
Australia, brought together ministers,
international organizations and
energy experts focused on
--- the implementation of
global climate goals.
Discussions addressed how to scale up clean
electricity systems, while meeting existing
climate commitments.
The dialogue is part of the preparatory process for COP31,
where governments are expected to focus increasingly
on the implementation of commitments. It served as
an informal platform to define priorities for the
next round of UN climate negotiations.
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Africa --- looks to Ethiopia
as an inspiring example
of transformation
Addis Ababa, June 23rd, 10:31am
(Prensa Latina)
The executive secretary of the United Nations Economic
Commission for Africa (ECA), Claver Gatete, today
praised Ethiopia ...as an inspiring example of
transformative reform in environmental
restoration, renewable energy,
sustainable transport
and aviation.
Gatete, at the Ethiopia Delivers national summit under the
theme "From Reform to Lasting Change", highlighted the
Green Legacy Initiative, the energy advancement driven
by the Ethiopian Renaissance Grand Dam, the transition
to electric mobility and the continued expansion of
Ethiopian Airlines as fundamental pillars of the
national development trajectory.
He underlined that these initiatives demonstrate how
strategic reforms and long-term investments can
boost inclusive growth..... while promoting
sustainability & economic resilience.
He mentioned that Ethiopia's growing international profile
is perhaps most clearly reflected in its choice to host the
32nd United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP
32) in November 2027, describing the decision as a
powerful recognition - of the country's leadership
in climate action and sustainable development.
"The choice of Ethiopia to host COP32 sends a strong
message: Africa... is not only responding to global
challenges, but is increasingly contributing to
the formulation of solutions, and leading
international dialogue," he stressed.
Reaffirming ECA's commitment to the Addis Ababa
development agenda, Gatete pledged the UN
Commission's continued support for reform
efforts and its broader aspirations for
economic transformation --- while
underlining the importance.. of
advancing Africa's collective
development goals.
On the other hand, the CEO of Ethiopian Investment
Holdings, Brook Taye, highlighted the country's
trajectory in infrastructure, from centuries of
bold national ambitions to an era of reforms
defined by discipline, clear principles ---
and structured execution.
Taye said the reformist government took a decisive turn
towards a more conducive, sequenced and disciplined
funding approach, combining ambition with
institutional strength, transforming
infrastructure into sustainable
national value and inter-
generational wealth.
With strategic sectors such as clean energy, digital expansion,
transport, construction and green technology as pillars of the
future agenda, Ethiopia is moving towards an escape
velocity, where growth becomes self-sustaining
and transformative, he said.
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African Union congratulates Ethiopia on success in general elections
Addis Ababa, June 23rd, 10:14am (Prensa Latina)
The president of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, today congratulated the Government and people of Ethiopia for the successful holding of the Seventh General Elections.... on June 1.
Youssouf, in a statement, stressed --- that the electoral process demonstrated the commitment of Ethiopians to further consolidate democracy as a fundamental pillar of socio-economic development.
He also recognized the professionalism and commitment shown by the Ethiopian National Electoral Board... for the smooth running of the elections.
The president took the opportunity to congratulate Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and the ruling Prosperity Party on their victory by winning a majority of the seats contested..... for the House of People's Representatives (parliament) - and Regional Councils, the electoral body announced last Sunday.
He reiterated the full commitment of the African Union Commission --- to consolidate democratic governance in member States through credible, peaceful and transparent electoral processes.
ONE UNION Two weeks before Brexit, the African Union
announced a new single African passport that permits holders to enter any of the 54 AU member states without a visa – an interesting turn in African history which NO-ONE in the West knows or cares about ! What a stunning reflection of how far our mindset and media are, from the 'world community' we say we love.
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The above is one reason why Rhondda Records is devoting this page to Africa - and there are so many other reasons!
Here are two - one bad - one good.
I was stunned, when I read a year or so ago, that 40% of Africa has no regular electricity supply! How could this be?
And, second, Africa is not only the Mother of the human species... it is, now, becoming the hope of the new multipolar world.
