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Download logoA statement from Mirjana Spoljaric, the president of the International Committee of the Red Cross: “For the last week the world has watched in horror at the appalling scenes of violence and bloodshed in Sudan. When battles rage in residential areas, it is civilians who pay the highest price." “I am deeply concerned by the level of civilian suffering in … [Read more...] about Sudan: Pause in fighting needed to deliver medical supplies

Download logoEid Alfetir Almubarek was colorfully celebrated across the country today, 21 April with prayers and congregation of the faithful. Salat prayer in which Government officials, members of the diplomatic corps as well as a number of the faithful took part was conducted at Bahti-Meskerem Square led by Sheik Salem Ibrahim Almukhtar, Mufti of Eritrea. On the occasion, … [Read more...] about Eritrea: Eid Alfetir Almubarek Celebrated Nationwide

Download logoThe International Rescue Committee (IRC) recognizes the critical role that the environment plays in supporting thriving communities. Earth Day highlights the urgent need to protect our planet and its resources, as conflict and economic instability provide a feedback loop to environmental degradation, which exacerbates displacement. Communities that … [Read more...] about The International Rescue Committee (IRC) supports communities in the United States, Central Africa, and Pakistan with sustainable solutions to climate change

Download logoNational Emergency Management Agency NEMA has deployed Emergency Response Teams across the country on standby at strategic Locations including Eid praying grounds. The teams are equipped with the MICU Ambulance and Emergency Response Vehicles in collaboration with other stakeholders in case of any eventuality/emergency. The occasion as usual had gathering of … [Read more...] about National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Deploys Emergency Response Teams on Standby for Eid’el Fitr

Download logoThis week Premier Alan Winde wrote to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, on behalf of the Western Cape Government (WCG), objecting to the proposal to exempt Eskom from disclosing its irregular, fruitless, and wasteful expenditure in its annual financial statements for 2022/23 and the following two years. The Premier also ventilated his concerns over the exemption … [Read more...] about South Africa: Premier Alan Winde Objects Bid to Exempt Eskom from Disclosing Financial Statements