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Published on Apr 9, 2021

Focusing On Africa’s Growth And The Potential Of The Blue Economy

Africa is a complex continent. She is an eclectic mix of authoritarian regimes — where leaders have been in power for many decades; countries that are attempting to make their way towards democracy — even if progress is incremental and slow; and others …

Source: Africa.com - Neutral
Published on Apr 10, 2021

Debt crisis may be good for Africa

NEWS ANALYSIS The Covid-19 pandemic is pushing low- and middle-income countries into debt crises and there is concern about what this means for development in the context of climate change adaptation, resilience and mitigation in the Global South. The …

Source: Mail & Guardian - Neutral
Published on Apr 8, 2021

Attendance List: Communiqué of the Forty-third Meeting of the IMFC

Videoconference Attendance April 8, 2021 Washington, D.C. Chairman Magdalena Andersson, Minister for Finance of Sweden Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva Members or Alternates Mohammed Aljadaan, Minister of Finance, Saudi Arabia Obaid Humaid Al …

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Published on Apr 8, 2021

SDRs and debt holidays still just a band-aid for debt-hobbled countries

LONDON (Reuters) -Debt experts, charity groups and investors welcomed news on Wednesday that the world’s poorest countries will get new IMF funds and COVID-19 debt relief, but they also cautioned that for some it would still only be a band-aid solution. …

Source: Reuters - Neutral
Published on Mar 22, 2021

Sassou Expected to Extend 36-Year Rule as Congo Republic Votes

BRAZZAVILLE - Polls opened in Congo Republic on Sunday, with President Denis Sassou Nguesso widely expected to extend his 36-year rule despite an economic crisis in the Central African oil producer. With Sassou's grip on power firm, diplomats and …

Source: Voice of America - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 21, 2021

Republic of Congo election candidate falls sick with COVID

The Republic of Congo pressed ahead with its presidential election on Sunday after the main challenger to longtime leader Denis Sassou N'guesso was flown to France to get treatment for COVID-19. Guy Brice Parfait Kolelas tested positive for COVID-19 on …

Source: Deutsche Welle - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 3, 2021

World Bank readies COVID-19 vaccine funds for around 30 African countries

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - The World Bank is preparing emergency financing to help about 30 African countries access COVID-19 vaccines, the global lender told Reuters, as the continent scrambles to secure doses and start immunising vulnerable groups. FILE …

Source: Reuters - Neutral
Published on Mar 20, 2021

Congo heading to polls as Nguesso seeks to extend 36-year reign

Voters in the Republic of Congo will head to the polls on Sunday to elect a president in a vote boycotted by the country’s leading opposition party. President Denis Sassou Nguesso, who has ruled the oil-producing country of five million people for 36 years …

Source: Al Jazeera - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Mar 19, 2021

News24.com | Congo veteran Sassou Nguesso looks to extend rule in election

Denis Sassou Nguesso (AFP) Denis Sassou Nguesso aims to hold on to power in the Republic of Congo as the country takes to the polls on Sunday. Sassou Nguesso has accumulated 36 years in office. He appears to be the front runner to win a fourth team. The …

Source: News24 - Neutral
Published on Mar 19, 2021

Congo President Nguesso to extend 36-year stay in office

The Republic of Congo votes in presidential elections on Sunday with incumbent Denis Sassou Nguesso aiming to extend his decades-long hold o... The Republic of Congo votes in presidential elections on Sunday with incumbent Denis Sassou Nguesso aiming to …

Source: Nigerian Eye - Neutral
Published on Apr 7, 2021

Cameroon Humanitarian Needs Overview 2021 (March 2021)

Caveat on displacement figures for the North-West and South-West crisis The estimated figures of internally displaced persons (IDPs) and returnees in the North-West, South-West, Littoral, West and Centre regions mentioned in the HNO and HRP 2021 documents …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Apr 7, 2021

Corruption claims spark new concerns about aid to South Sudan

When the pandemic struck, many feared South Sudan could be one of the hardest hit countries in Africa – years of conflict had hollowed out its healthcare system and the threat of famine was on the horizon. Heeding the warnings, the European Union, the …

Source: The New Humanitarian - Neutral
Published on Apr 6, 2021

Bachelor Nation's Heather Martin Sets the Record Straight on Matt James Romance Rumors

Axios The first shipment of long-awaited coronavirus vaccines finally arrived in the Democratic Republic of the Congo on March 3. One month later, they’re still sitting in a warehouse in the capital, Kinshasa.Why it matters: Africa is at the back of the …

Source: Yahoo! Voices - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 9, 2021

Ageing DR Congo artists keep music of the miners alive

LUBUMBASHI: The cone-shaped slag heap in the southeastern Congolese city of Lubumbashi is a mighty symbol of the time when copper was king. In that heady era, a vibrant and distinctive culture of music and dancing sprouted among miners who worked for DR …

Source: The Sun Daily - Neutral
Published on Mar 6, 2021

The United States announces $3.5 million in assistance to contain ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the ...

The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), is providing more than $3.5 million in rapid response Ebola assistance to support efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Guinea. The assistance will …

Source: ReliefWeb - Neutral
Published on Mar 6, 2021

Effort to Curb Ebola in Guinea, DR Congo Gathering Steam

GENEVA - The World Health Organization says it is using every measure it has to curb the spread of parallel Ebola outbreaks in Guinea and the Democratic Republic of Congo. One of the biggest lessons learned from the 2014-2016 Ebola epidemic in West Africa …

Source: The Africa News.net - Neutral
Published on Jan 30, 2021

World Bank commits $12 billion for vaccinations in Africa

The World Bank has committed $12 billion to African countries to support vaccination programs. The cost of vaccinating 60% of Africa's 1.3 billion people would be between $10 billion and $15 billion, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control. …

Source: Africa Leader - Uncategorized
Published on Apr 2, 2021

Was Covid really to blame for the deaths of two populist African leaders?

Special to WorldTribune, March 31, 2021 Analysis by Eric Clary Part I: Tanzania’s Magufuli, 61: Downsized government, spurned China loans, defied LGBT lobby, March 24, 2021 Coronavirus allegations have clouded the deaths of at least two prominent African …

Source: World Tribune - Right-wing
Published on Jan 7, 2021

Per capita income shrank in Sub-Saharan Africa by 6.1% in 2020 says World Bank Report

Sierra Leone Telegraph: 06 January 2021: Output in the Sub-Saharan Africa region contracted by an estimated 3.7% in 2020, as the COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns disrupted economic activity. As a result, per capita income shrank by 6.1% in 2020, …

Source: Sierra Leone Telegraph - Neutral

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Published on April 11, 2021 - 16:46 GMT

Transcript of April 2021 Middle East and Central Asia Department Press Briefing

April 11, 2021 SPEAKERS: JIHAD AZOUR Director, Middle East and Central Asia Department TALINE KORANCHELIAN Deputy Director in the Middle East and Central Asia Department WAFA AMR Senior Communications Officer, Communications Department MS. AMR: Welcome …

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Published on April 2, 2021 - 05:00 GMT

World Bank Group And International Monetary Fund Support For Debt Relief Under The Common Framework And Beyond

Author/Editor: International Monetary Fund ; World Bank Publication Date: April 2, 2021 Electronic Access: Free Download. Use the free Adobe Acrobat Reader to view this PDF file Summary: This paper discusses World Bank and IMF support for addressing …

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Published on March 31, 2021 - 22:38 GMT

World Bank Provides $375 Million to Boost Efforts Towards Realizing the Full Potential of Pastoralism in the Sahel

Download logo Efforts to improve the productivity and resilience of pastoral production systems in the Sahel get a strong boost with a $375 million new IDA financing, approved by the Board of World Bank’s Executive Directors today, to support the …

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Published on March 26, 2021 - 21:28 GMT

IMF and World Bank Consider Sudan Eligible for Assistance Under the Enhanced Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) ...

March 26, 2021 Washington, DC: The Executive Boards of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) met on March 23 and 26, respectively, to consider Sudan’s eligibility for debt relief under the Enhanced Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) …

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Published on April 8, 2021 - 12:45 GMT

Entrex Carbon Market Engages Net Zero Analysis for Roper Island Carbon Offset Futures

Entrex announced today the engagement of Net Zero Analysis to register, validate and verify Roper Island carbon futures with the UN/World Bank registries. ENTREX (OTCMKTS:UNSS) BOCA RATON, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com …

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Published on April 9, 2021 - 21:24 GMT

Averting a COVID-19 Debt Trap

Averting a COVID-19 Debt Trap April 9, 2021 The pandemic has left countries with higher debt and fallen revenues. (iStock by Getty Images/erhui1979) Debt levels in many countries were high when the pandemic hit. But today, global public debt is …

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Published on April 9, 2021 - 01:12 GMT

Transcript of the IMFC Press Briefing

April 8, 2021 Speakers: Magdalena Andersson, Chair, IMFC Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director, IMF Moderator: Gerry Rice, Director, Communications Department, IMF Mr. Rice: Hello, everyone, and welcome to this press conference on behalf of the IMFC. The …

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Published on April 8, 2021 - 12:44 GMT

The Market of Crypto Loans Is Rapidly Growing

SHERIDAN, WYOMING, USA, April 8, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to The World Bank in 2019, loans to the private sector by banks around the world accounted for 90% of global GDP, and interest rates on deposits in the world have not increased …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 16:41 GMT

Capitol Securities Welcomes E.B. Bartlett to our Wilmington, North Carolina Regional Office

E.B. joins Capitol Securities Management, Inc from Merrill Lynch where he was a Senior Financial Advisor for 7 years. WILMINGTON, NC, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Capitol Securities Management, Inc. is pleased to welcome …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 16:37 GMT

Darcy Bergen Discusses Why a Roth Conversion May Make Sense for You

Financial planner Darcy Bergen recently discussed why a Roth IRA conversion could work for you in the current economy. PEORIA, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The stock market took a major downturn during the 2020 …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 15:30 GMT

Experience 2X Engagement in 100 Days with Numly™ 100/100/100 Program

Numly™ Partners with customers on the ‘GIve with Numly™’ program. Numly will make a $250 donation to a charity of the customer's choice for each Pilot. CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA, USA, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Numly™ announces the …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 15:19 GMT

2Go Advisory Group Expands with Integrated C-Suite Advisory and Recruiting Services

Six Divisions Now: CFOs2Go, COOs2go, CIOs2Go, CROs2Go, CHROs2Go and CXOs2Go WALNUT CREEK, CA, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 2Go Advisory Group continues to build its range of services to meet emerging client needs, with a …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 15:17 GMT

وزارة المالية العراقية وجنرال إلكتريك تحتفيان باستكمال الجانب المالي من خطة تعزيز قطاع الطاقة الكهربائية في العراق

DUBAI, UAE, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- احتفت وزارة المالية العراقية و"جنرال إلكتريك" وشركائهما الماليين اليوم باستكمال الجانب المالي من مشروع زيادة الطاقة الكهربائية (PUP4)، الخطوة الأخيرة لبدء سريان اتفاقية التمويل. وفي إطار …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 15:10 GMT

Iraqi Ministry of Finance and GE Mark Financial Close of Power Up Plan 4 to Strengthen Iraq’s Electricity Sector

DUBAI, UAE, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Iraqi Ministry of Finance (MOF), GE and their financial partners today celebrated the financial close - a critical milestone that marks the final step of a loan agreement becoming effective …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 15:03 GMT

THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION ANNOUNCES MAJOR RE-BRANDING

The International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP), today, is proud to launch their re-branded logo and re-designed website. ROYSTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED KINGDOM, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 15:00 GMT

GTS Announces AWS Select Consulting Partner Status in AWS Partner Network (APN)

GTS is thrilled to announce its inclusion in AWS Public Sector Program RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Technology Solutions (GTS), a value-added reseller, system integrator, developer, and …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 15:00 GMT

Energy Solutions LP Is Exporting Crude Oil, LPG and Electricity Generation

Energy Solutions LP is exporting crude oil, LPG and electricity generation NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Energy Solutions LP made an announcement from their 14 Wall Street headquarters via their …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 14:31 GMT

Energy Stock News: FOOTHILLS EXPLORATION INC. (OTC: $FTXP) TO PRESENT AT EMERGING GROWTH CONFERENCE ON APRIL 14, 2021

Foothills Exploration, Inc. (OTC: FTXP), announces it has been invited to present at the Emerging Growth Conference on April 14, 2021. Foothills Exploration, Inc. (OTCMKTS:FTXP) LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire. …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 14:20 GMT

CANNSUN GROUP PLC ANNOUNCES AWARDING OF GACP CERTIFICATION AND FIRST HARVEST OF OUTDOOR CANNABIS CROP

DUBLIN, IRELAND, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cannsun Group PLC ("Cannsun"), a bio-pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing new medicines to optimize human potential with operations in South Africa, …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 14:18 GMT

ESG Stock News:Defense Metals (TSX: $DEFN.V; OTC: $DFMTF) Prepares More High-Grade REE Concentrate Samples For Eval

Defense Metals (TSXV:DEFN / OTC:DFMTF) has requests from two leading global REE enterprises to provide samples of Wicheeda mineral concentrate for evaluation Defense Metals Corp. (TSX:DEFN.V) VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, April 12, 2021 …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 14:10 GMT

Astronaut John “Danny” Olivas Launches STEP INTO SPACE - Embrace the Unknown New Inspirational Presentation & Event

Astronaut John “Danny” Olivas, STEP INTO SPACE - Embrace the Unknown, a new inspirational presentation designed specifically for a post-pandemic world. NEW YORK, NY, USA, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, on the 60th Anniversary of the …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 13:45 GMT

Annuity Literacy – New Book Explains Why Consumers Should Discover the Power of Annuities (financialverse.com/annuity)

Older Americans are facing an income crisis and are scrambling to generate income from accumulated assets. Annuity products can help but are not understood. VERO BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Older Americans are …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 13:43 GMT

THE DCRO INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES RISK GOVERNANCE STUDY COHORT FOR BOARD MEMBERS OF BANKS AND NON-BANK FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

Certificate in Risk Governance study cohort to be led by bank board member and former bank Chief Executive Officer, Prof. Moorad Choudhry. LONDON, ENGLAND, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The DCRO Institute, a global non-profit focused on …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 12:45 GMT

KD Pharma Acquires Phytoextract and CBD Manufacturing Assets

Transaction advances KD Pharma’s cannabinoid manufacturing strategy BIOGGIO, LUGANO, SWITZERLAND , April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The KD Pharma Group has acquired the manufacturing assets of a Swiss-based cannabinoid manufacturer. The …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 12:35 GMT

LPA announce new release of VisiRule - its innovative AI No-Code Low-Code visual rules authoring and delivery tool

LPA announce a new release of VisiRule which includes VisiRule Visualizer, a spatial and radial inspector for examining interactive decision trees. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LPA announce a new release of …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 12:30 GMT

Creek Water Whiskey Names Former Diageo Executive as New CEO

Creek Water Whiskey Names Former Diageo Executive as New CEO Anthony Moniello brings expertise in the spirits industry to energize brand’s expansion. RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA, USA, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Creek Water Whiskey has …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 12:30 GMT

New Crisis Survey Reveals Younger Generations More Concerned About Social Issues at Their Bank Than Boomers

Older generations more likely turned off by compliance violations ATLANTA, GEORGIA, UNITED STATES, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- York Public Relations, the nation’s top brand awareness and crisis PR firm dedicated exclusively to financial …

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Published on April 12, 2021 - 12:15 GMT

Mrkt360 Officially Accepts Bitcoin as a Form of Payment, Allowing Clients To Pay for Services Using the Cryptocurrency

Mrkt360 is preparing for the world of tomorrow by accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. Customers can keep their marketing entirely digital at Mrkt360. CONCORD, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 12, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With increasing demand …

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