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Russia, Sahel States Deepen Ties

(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov conducted discussions with his counterparts from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, concentrating on enhancing collaboration and laying the groundwork for the third Russia-Africa Summit, according to...

Heifer International and Cote D’Ivoire Partner to Develop Local Dairy Sector

MOU solidifies collaboration to boost milk production, create 130,000 jobs, and empower youth and women ABIDJAN, IVORY COAST, September 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ministry of Animal and Fisheries Resources of the Republic of Côte...

Study Uncovers Key Biological Markers in Severe Malaria

Rafal Sobota, MD, PhD, ’24 GME, assistant professor in the Ken and Ruth Davee Department of Neurology’s Division of Neurocritical Care, was first author of the study. Northwestern scientists investigating severe malaria infections in children have...

Burkina Faso announces UN coordinator ‘persona non grata’

(MENAFN) Burkina Faso has declared United Nations resident coordinator Carol Flore-Smereczniak “persona non grata” following a UN report accusing jihadist groups and national forces of abusing children. The April report documented 2,483 “grave...

Kiko: Law enforcers may face criminal liabilities if they release minors who commit crimes

PHILIPPINES, August 16 - Press Release August 15, 2025 KIKO: LAW ENFORCERS MAY FACE CRIMINAL LIABILITIES IF THEY RELEASE MINORS WHO COMMIT CRIMES Law enforcement officers who release from their custody minor children who committed crimes may face...

Shrinking Spaces, Stronger Voices: WiLDAF and the Future of Feminist Multilateralism

From the Margins to the Center: How Feminists Transformed Global Agendas From WiLDAF’s experience, one can say that feminist movements have evolved significantly over the years. Feminist actors have become more organized and structured with...

DG Okonjo-Iweala stresses important role of partnerships to boost opportunities for LDCs

Co-organized by The Gambia (Coordinator of the WTO LDC Group), Germany (EIF Funding Partner Coordinator) and the Executive Secretariat of the EIF, the event was held as part of the EIF Global Forum 2025 entitled "Accelerating Impact – On the Road...

Barrick Builds Momentum in Q2 With Higher Production, Stronger Cash Flows and Key Growth Projects on Track

LONDON, Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) (“Barrick” or the “Company”) delivered a strong performance in the second quarter, increasing gold and copper production, growing free cash flow1 and advancing...

The Chan Centre Announces the Fourth Annual ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl Come Toward the Fire Festival

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 25, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, in partnership with the Musqueam Indian Band, is pleased to present the fourth annual ʔəm̓i ce:p xʷiwəl Come Toward the Fire, a two-day...

Dancing On The Plaza 2025: Transforming Flatbush Into A Living Museum of Movement, Memory & Community

A daylong cultural celebration transforming Flatbush with dance, dialogue, and community-driven public art. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Saturday, June 7, Dancing On The Plaza 2025 returns to Hillel Plaza at...

Egypt vows security backing for Sahel nations

(MENAFN) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi has pledged to provide technical, logistical, and institutional assistance to Mali to help restore security and stability amid ongoing jihadist violence. Since 2012, Mali has faced deadly attacks...

B2Gold Releases its Ninth Annual Responsible Mining Report and its Fourth Annual Climate Strategy Report

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- B2Gold Corp. (TSX: BTO) (NYSE AMERICAN: BTG) (NSX: B2G) (“B2Gold” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has published its ninth annual Responsible Mining Report entitled...

Russia sees Africa as great coal shipments market

(MENAFN) Russia sees Africa as a promising market for its coal exports, potentially becoming the third-largest destination after China and India, according to Deputy Energy Minister Dmitry Islamov in a TASS interview. With Africa’s population...

International Relations on South Africa’s foreign policy engagements and diplomatic achievements

Tribute to Ambassador Mahlangu We would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute the late Ambassador Mahlangu who was serving as South Africa’s High Commissioner to Kenya. The Late Ambassador Mahlangu was also accredited to Somalia. He was...

A Hidden Global Tradition: One Nation Sings Its Anthem Together Worldwide

It’s a tradition unlike anything else: every year Lithuanians, wherever in the world they are, sing their national anthem together. VILNIUS, LITHUANIA, July 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It’s a tradition unlike anything else on Earth: every year...

Barrick Sets the Standard in Advancing United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals

All amounts expressed in US dollars TORONTO, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the world moves towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals 2030 target, Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B) (TSX:ABX) remains committed to playing its...

Anti-migrant demonstrations erupt in Spain

(MENAFN) Violent protests broke out in Spain on Friday night following the arrest of a Malian migrant accused of raping a young woman near a migrant center in Alcalá de Henares, a suburb of Madrid. The unrest erupted after police detained a...

The City of Scotts Valley Earns Certified Autism Center™ Status After City Staff Complete Autism and Sensory Training

SCOTTS VALLEY, CA, UNITED STATES, May 19, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) proudly awards the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation to the City of Scotts Valley,...

Anti-migrant protests escalate following sexual assault accusation in Spain

(MENAFN) Tensions erupted in Spain on Friday night as anti-migrant protests escalated into violent clashes with police outside a migrant housing center in Alcalá de Henares, a suburb of Madrid. The unrest was sparked by the arrest of a 21-year-old...

Hepatitis B Network Addresses Key Research Gaps in Sub-Saharan Africa

Working with Hawkins are team members from Tanzania, Nigeria, and Mali. The team includes Edith Okeke, Jos University Teaching Hospital; Ganiyat Oyeleke, College of Medicine, University of Lagos; Seyi Akande, University College Hospital,...