Kai Stubbs © Dave Lindemann Photography Long walls reeling down the Scottburgh point from behind the tidal pool revealed themselves at first light this morning as we kicked off the Rip Curl GromSearch Scottburgh presented by The Blue Marlin Hotel. This tournament is number 3 in a 5-part series, and once again, the waves turned on, much like in the previous two events, held … [Read more...] about Groms On Fire For Opening Day Of The Rip Curl GromSearch Scottburgh presented by The Blue Marlin Hotel
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Seychelles: The Head of State receives the Annual Report of the Ombudsman
Download logoThe President of the Republic, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan formally received the Annual Report of the Ombudsman for the year ending 31st December 2022 presented personally by the Ombudsman, Mrs. Nichole Tirant-Ghérardi. The report presented at State House this morning, covers the activities of the Office of the Ombudsman in the year 2022. This is in line with … [Read more...] about Seychelles: The Head of State receives the Annual Report of the Ombudsman
World Bank Approves $300 Million to Improve Access to Finance and Economic Opportunities in Mozambique
Download logoThe World Bank Board of Directors approved yesterday a $300 million credit for the Mozambique Access to Finance and Economic Opportunities Project or Mais Oportunidades project, spanning six years (2023-2029), financed by the International Development Association (*IDA). “The World Bank will support the Government of Mozambique to address multiple … [Read more...] about World Bank Approves $300 Million to Improve Access to Finance and Economic Opportunities in Mozambique
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Staff Reaches Staff-Level Agreement on an Extended Credit Facility Arrangement with São Tomé and Príncipe
Download logoAn International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Mr. Slavi Slavov, Mission Chief for São Tomé and Príncipe, visited São Tomé during February 9 – 23, 2023 and held virtual discussions in the recent weeks, to discuss with the São Toméan authorities IMF support for their policy and reform plans. At the end of the … [Read more...] about International Monetary Fund (IMF) Staff Reaches Staff-Level Agreement on an Extended Credit Facility Arrangement with São Tomé and Príncipe
President El-Sisi Performs Friday Prayer in El-Mosheer Mosque, Meets Armed Forces’ Commanders
Download logoToday, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Republic – Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, performed Friday prayer in El-Mosheer Tantawy Mosque in New Cairo, coinciding with Egypt and the Armed Forces’ celebrations of the 10th of Ramadan Anniversary. In attendance were Prime Minister, Dr. Moustafa Madbouly, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed … [Read more...] about President El-Sisi Performs Friday Prayer in El-Mosheer Mosque, Meets Armed Forces’ Commanders
