NEW YORK, United States of America, June 16, 2026/APO Group/ — The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) has praised Uganda’s response to an Ebola outbreak that has spread from neighbouring Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), while warning that continued vigilance and cross-border cooperation will be critical to stopping transmission. The outbreak, confirmed…
BUNIA, Democratic Republic of the Congo, June 16, 2026/APO Group/ — One month after the Ebola disease outbreak was declared in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), MSF warns that the outbreak is outpacing response efforts. Gaps persist in surveillance, diagnosis, contact tracing and community engagement. The authorities, along with all stakeholders, must do everything possible…
LAGOS, Nigeria, June 15, 2026/APO Group/ — First WATT Renewable Limited and MTN Nigeria have announced a strategic renewable energy infrastructure partnership designed to reduce diesel dependence, improve operational resilience at MTN’s critical facilities and supply renewable energy systems to power electric vehicle charging infrastructure across selected MTN locations in Nigeria. The programme comprises two…
ASMARA, Eritrea, June 15, 2026/APO Group/ — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the African Group, commemorated the 63rd anniversary of Africa Day on 13 June at Asmara Palace Hotel under the theme “Africa: One Heart, One Land, One Destiny.” The event was attended by Ministers, senior Government and PFDJ officials, Ambassadors accredited…
VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 15, 2026/APO Group/ — The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Mr Rodney Bonne as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Parks and Gardens Authority. Mr Bonne holds a Professional Master’s Degree in Fishery (Aquaculture)and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science with Specialisation in Marine and Fisheries Science from the University…
