Source: State House Seychelles |

Seychelles: President of the Republic, Dr Patrick Herminie to Participate in the World Government Summit in Dubai and Undertake a State Visit to the Republic of India

This overseas mission underscores President Herminie’s commitment to proactive and results-oriented diplomacy, aimed at strengthening Seychelles’ international partnerships

The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Dr Patrick Herminie, will undertake an official overseas mission from 3 to 10 February 2026, encompassing participation in the World Government Summit (WGS) in Dubai, followed by a State Visit to the Republic of India. From 3 to 5 February 2026, President Herminie will…

Source: The Presidency, Republic of Ghana |

Ghana: President Mahama to undertake State Visit to Zambia

A key highlight of the visit will be an address to the National Assembly of Zambia, where he is expected to share Ghana’s vision for a more integrated and prosperous Africa

President John Dramani Mahama will pay a three-day State Visit to the Republic of Zambia from 4 to 6 February 2026, at the invitation of his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema. President Mahama will be accompanied by Her Excellency Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama, First Lady of the Republic. During the…

Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

Egypt: President El-Sisi Receives King of Jordan HM King Abdullah II

The two leaders are scheduled to hold an official session of talks to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi will receive the King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein. The two leaders are scheduled to hold an official session of talks to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries. Additionally, they will review…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Ghana |

Ghana: High-Level Consultative Conference on Regional Cooperation and Security – 29th to 30th January, 2026

The Summit concluded with a renewed sense of regional solidarity and determination to implement the agreed outcomes, marking a critical step toward strengthened cooperation and collective security

The High-Level Consultative Conference on Regional Cooperation and Security concluded on Friday, 30th January, 2026 with a meeting at the level of Heads of State and Government. Delivering his remarks during the Opening Session, the President of the Republic of Ghana and host stated that the Consultative Conference was being…

Source: U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Nigeria |

United States and Nigeria Deepen Trade Ties, Expand Opportunities for Private Sector–Led Growth under Commercial and Investment Partnership Framework

Nigeria is currently the United States’ second-largest trading partner in Africa, with two-way trade in goods and services totaling nearly $13 billion in 2024

On Thursday, U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Commercial Service at the U.S. Department of Commerce, Bradley McKinney; and Nigeria’s Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, co-chaired the U.S.-Nigeria Commercial and Investment Partnership (CIP) Ministerial in Lagos. The meeting marks a continuation of high-level engagements under…

Source: Ministry of Finance, Ethiopia |

Minister of Finance of Ethiopia Meets United States (U.S.) Deputy Secretary of State to Discuss Economic Development Reforms and Investment Cooperation

The U.S. Deputy Secretary of State commended the Government of Ethiopia for the overall progress achieved under the macroeconomic reform program

H.E. Ahmed Shide, Minister of Finance of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia held a high-level meeting today with Mr. Christopher Landau, Deputy Secretary of State of the United States of America to discuss Ethiopia’s macroeconomic reform program, expanding investment opportunities, and the growing partnership between the two countries. Minister…

Source: African Energy Chamber |

Gazprom Neft’s Stepan Khromov Joins African Energy Chamber (AEC) Board - Signaling Drive to Strengthen Russia-Africa Energy Ties

With experience in both the Russian and African energy markets, Khromov joins the chamber at a critical time for Africa

Stepan Khromov, Head of Projects (Africa) at Russian vertically integrated oil company Gazprom Neft, has officially joined the African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) as a Board Member. Khromov brings with him significant experience across both Russian and African energy markets, creating new opportunities for strengthened collaboration at a time when Africa is scaling-up its energy development. The strategic addition reflects the…

Source: United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs |

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Expresses Solidarity with South Africa and Conveys Condolences over Victims of Floods

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of South Africa over this tragedy

The United Arab Emirates has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Republic of South Africa over the victims of floods and heavy rainfall in the north of the country, which resulted in multiple deaths and injuries and caused significant damage. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs…

Source: United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs |

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Expresses Solidarity with Tunisia and Conveys Condolences over Flood Victims

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims, and to the government and people of Tunisia over this tragedy

The United Arab Emirates has expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Republic of Tunisia over the victims of floods following heavy rainfall, which resulted in a number of deaths and injuries and caused substantial damage. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its sincere condolences…

Source: State House Seychelles |

Vice President Sebastien Pillay Strengthens Seychelles–United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Partnership During Courtesy Call

UNDP’s Strategic Plan 2026–2029, which focuses on advancing human development while protecting the planet through four strategic objectives: prosperity for all, effective governance, crisis resilience, and a healthy planet

The Vice President, Mr. Sebastien Pillay, welcomed Ms. Alka Bhatia, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative for Mauritius and Seychelles, during a courtesy call at State House on Friday.  Providing an opportunity to review the longstanding and productive partnership between the government of Seychelles and UNDP, the meeting’s discussions…