Download logoOn 10 March 2023, H.E. Mr. OKANIWA Ken, Ambassador of Japan to Seychelles hosted a reception at EDEN BLUE HOTEL to celebrate the 63rd birthday of His Majesty Emperor Naruhito. The reception was attended by Honorable Justice Mr. Anthony Fernando, Designated Minister and Minister for fishery and the blue economy Mr. Jean-Francois Ferrari, Leader of government … [Read more...] about Seychelles: Reception for the 63rd Birthday of His Majesty the Emperor of Japan
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Medicine stockouts are a problem in South Africa’s clinics: how pharmacist assistants can help
Primary healthcare clinics are the main healthcare access point for millions of South Africans. There are at least 3,467 state-funded primary healthcare clinics across South Africa’s nine provinces. Most South Africans get their essential medicines from public health facilities, which serve 71% of the population. Nurses often run the clinics as the only available health … [Read more...] about Medicine stockouts are a problem in South Africa’s clinics: how pharmacist assistants can help
Mozambique: Police Teargas Rapper’s Funeral Procession
Download logoMozambican authorities should promptly and impartially investigate the police use of teargas on the funeral procession of a famous rap star on March 14, 2023, in Maputo, Human Rights Watch said today. Edson da Luz, known as “Azagaia,” who died on March 9 from complications of a sudden illness, was known for his criticism of the government. … [Read more...] about Mozambique: Police Teargas Rapper’s Funeral Procession
Education for girls high on the agenda at Women’s Day event in Aweil
Download logo“Access to education for girls is critical if South Sudan wants a permanent peace,” said Maria Angelo, an activist from the world’s youngest nation’s Northern Bahr El Ghazal state. The 23-year-old was speaking at an International Women’s Day event last week. Her contention: Education is key for gender equality and equal participation … [Read more...] about Education for girls high on the agenda at Women’s Day event in Aweil
Currency slump sees surge in demand for dollars assets in West Africa despite greenback’s ongoing strength (By Abiodun Adebimpe)
Download logoBy Abiodun Adebimpe, Head of Custody Services for RMB West Africa (www.RMB.co.za) The Russian-Ukraine war and the lingering impact of the COVID-19 pandemic have severely weakened West African economies and currencies - but businesses and investors are looking to dollar assets to mitigate the damage. As most West African economies are commodity-driven, any … [Read more...] about Currency slump sees surge in demand for dollars assets in West Africa despite greenback’s ongoing strength (By Abiodun Adebimpe)
