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African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO)

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African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) Launches 50th Anniversary Year Celebrations & Commemorative Logo

The unveiling of the 50th Anniversary logo symbolised ARIPO’s enduring legacy and its renewed commitment to shaping Africa’s innovation-driven future

The African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) (www.ARIPO.org) yesterday officially launched its 50th Anniversary year celebrations and unveiled its commemorative Golden Jubilee logo at a high-level ceremony held at the ARIPO Secretariat. The event, which was streamed live to stakeholders across Africa and beyond, marked the beginning of a year-long…

Binance

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Binance Reinforces Industry-Leading Compliance Commitment to Foster a Safer Crypto Ecosystem

Global crypto leader Binance continues to set the standard for regulatory compliance and security, driving innovation with transparency and trust

Binance (https://www.Binance.com), the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange, highlights the progress it continues to make in strengthening compliance and regulatory excellence, reinforcing its role as a pioneer in building a safer and more transparent crypto industry. Over the past years, Binance has invested significantly in enhancing its global compliance framework by…

Network International
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Network International powers card tokenization for Apple smartphones in Egypt in latest regulatory rollout

The successful launch comes within the third wave of the Central Bank of Egypt’s granting of tokenisation licenses to select banks and is an important milestone for Egypt’s digital payment ecosystem

Enablement signifies a critical milestone in Network’s proven execution capabilities for multi-bank payment initiatives The launch of Apple tokenisation deploys the highest standards of security and operational resilience in Egypt’s digital transformation rollout Network International (Network) (www.Network.ae), a leading fintech company across the Middle East and Africa, has announced the…

ES-KO

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ES-KO Turns 70: Seven Decades of Integrated Catering, Logistics & Facility Management Services in Challenging Environments

Founded as an onboard catering business, ES-KO was established in 1955 and has since grown into a multinational group with 6,000 employees operating across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe

ES-KO (www.ES-KO.com), a global leader in catering, facility management, procurement and supply-chain solutions, along with camp construction for remote environments, proudly celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2026. Founded as an onboard catering business, ES-KO was established in 1955 and has since grown into a multinational group with 6,000 employees operating across…

Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AAMFI)
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Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AAMFI) appoints Dr. Corneille Karekezi as Chairperson as the Alliance welcomes new members; Banque Ouest Africaine de Développement and Regional Maritime Development Bank

Dr. Karekezi currently serves as Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the African Reinsurance Corporation (Africa Re)

The Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AAMFI) has appointed Dr. Corneille Karekezi as Chairperson of its Governing Council, succeeding Samaila Zubairu, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), who served as the Alliance’s second Chairperson following its establishment in 2024. The appointment was confirmed at…

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Diaspora, Republic of Seychelles
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Seychelles: Ambassador Cillia Mangroo presents credentials to the President of the Swiss Confederation

Ambassador Mangroo reaffirmed Seychelles’ commitment to constructive dialogue and meaningful collaboration with the Swiss Confederation

On 26 February 2026, Ambassador Cillia Ardyna Mangroo presented her Credentials to President of the Swiss Confederation, H.E. Mr. Guy Parmelin at the Federal Palace in Bern, Switzerland. On this occasion, Ambassador Mangroo conveyed the best wishes of President Dr. Patrick Herminie to President Parmelin and highlighted that the establishment…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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The Department of Human Development and Social Affairs Organises a High-Level Dialogue on the Future of Women and Youth in the Region

The objective of this meeting is to generate discussions on the best strategies for mobilising and promoting the role of women and young people in peace, security and the economic and social integration of ECOWAS

The Department of Human Development and Social Affairs Organises a High-Level Dialogue on the Future of Women and Youth in the Region in Governance, Peace, Security and Regional Integration. The Department of Human Development and Social Affairs (DHAS), through the ECOWAS Centre for Gender Development (CCDG), is organising a high-level…

World Health Organization - Sierra Leone
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Sierra Leone surpasses Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign targets, closes gap on cervical cancer elimination

WHO provided key technical expertise to the campaign, supporting microplanning, training health workers, strengthening safety surveillance and ensuring quality and equity across all districts

Sierra Leone has scored a major public health milestone by exceeding national targets in a recent human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination campaign, helping to accelerate progress towards eliminating cervical cancer as a public health threat by 2030. The campaign, using a multi-age cohort strategy, targeted adolescent girls across a wider age…

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Strengthens Regional Statistical Systems Through Five Technical Workshops in Abidjan

The official launch ceremony took place on Monday, 2 March 2026, and set the tone for two weeks of technical engagement focused on innovation, regional cooperation, and statistical excellence

From 2 to 6 March 2026, Côte d’Ivoire is hosting a high-level regional consultation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), providing a strategic and inclusive platform for reflection on the future of the Community. This important dialogue will inform the upcoming Special Summit of Heads of State…

Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH)

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CORRECTION: Africa’s Business Heroes Launches 8th Edition with USD 1.5 Million in Grant Funding Available for African Entrepreneurs

Launched under the theme “Defining Africa’s Future Today”, the 2026 edition reinforces ABH’s role as a founder-first platform supporting Africa-led solutions with the ambition, scale, and substance to drive lasting economic transformation

Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) (www.AfricaBusinessHeroes.org), the flagship philanthropic initiative of Alibaba Philanthropy and the Jack Ma Foundation, has opened applications for its 8th edition, calling on African entrepreneurs who are building businesses defining the continent’s future. Launched under the theme “Defining Africa’s Future Today”, the 2026 edition reinforces ABH’s role…