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Download logoSituation at a glance On 21 March 2023, the Ministry of Health (MoH) of the United Republic of Tanzania declared an outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in the country. As of 22 March, a total of eight cases, including five deaths (case fatality ratio [CFR]: 62.5%) have been reported from two villages in Bukoba district, Kagera region, United Republic of … [Read more...] about Marburg Virus Disease – United Republic of Tanzania

Download logoThe President of the Republic, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan in his capacity as the Commander in Chief of the Seychelles Defence Forces met with the Defence and Security Committee of the Seychelles National Assembly yesterday morning at State House. Also present was the Vice-President, Mr Ahmed Afif. The last meeting with the Committee was held in 2020 and since the last … [Read more...] about President Ramkalawan Meets with the Defence and Security Committee of the Seychelles National Assembly

Download logoThe World Bank today announced new support for Benin to strengthen sustainable forest management to boost climate resilience and create opportunities for local communities whose livelihoods depend on forest resources from the endangered gazetted forests in the southern, central, and northern regions of the country. This new $30 million operation is an additional … [Read more...] about Benin: Promoting the Restoration of Forests to Foster Sustainable Fuelwood Production and Strengthen Climate Resilience

Download logoHis Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, met with His Excellency Adama Barrow, President of the Republic of Gambia. During the meeting, HE Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan conveyed the greetings of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime … [Read more...] about United Arab Emirates: His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan Meets President of the Republic of Gambia

Download logoThe President of the Republic, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan was the guest of honour at the 2020-2022 graduation ceremony for students who successfully completed their studies at the Seychelles Business Studies Academy (SBSA), held at the International Conference Centre Seychelles (ICCS), yesterday morning. This year’s recipient of the President’s Cup, was … [Read more...] about President Ramkalawan Attends Seychelles Business Studies Academy (SBSA) 2020-2022 Graduation Ceremony