Latest in Tag: africa Highlight
Latest in Tag: africa
Egyptian president attends African virtual mini-summit on COVID-19
Al-Sisi underscored importance of regional economic blocs in Africa in fighting the pandemic, commending results of previous African virtual mini-summits
Africa’s COVID-19 cases continue to increase as some countries ease economic restrictions
South Africa seeks loans to fight pandemic, Algeria eases restrictions to refresh economy
COVID-19 cases in Africa rise to 22,528, death toll at 1,127
Tunisia, Morocco, Zimbabwe extend lockdowns to curb virus’ spread
Tanzanian MP tests positive for COVID-19
Ackson told parliament that the lawmaker who has tested COVID-19 positive was infected with the deadly virus after he had travelled to Dar es Salaam
Africa needs $114bn to fight COVID-19: financial institutions
Development, private sector partners mobilise up to $70bn, leaving $44bn financing gap
Africa’s COVID-19 death toll climbs to 879
16,509 infections have been confirmed across the continent so far
Sub-Saharan Africa’s economy to contract by 1.6%: IMF
Decline due to coronavirus outbreak, lower-than-expected commodity prices, says report
Africa’s COVID-19 infections accelerate; IMF offers debt relief in continent
Total of 15,249 confirmed infections, 816 fatalities across continent so far
Finance Minister discusses anti-coronavirus strategy with African counterparts
Cooperation must be strengthened to face pandemic’s economic repercussions, says Moeit
WHO warns of peak in Africa’s COVID-19 cases soon
Total of 13,064 infections, 698 fatalities confirmed across Africa
COVID-19 sweeps through Africa infecting 10,800, killing 534
Ethiopia declares state of emergency, whilst South Africa reports lack of PPE
COVID-19 infects 6,579 across Africa, kills 292
Rwanda leads continent-wide reaction with tight measures against pandemic
Digital transformation a must for Africa in light of Covid-19 pandemic: EABA
Association to hold first online meeting on 4 April
Coronavirus affecting Africa’s aviation sector, says industry association
Berthe noted that over the past decade several African airlines began operating flights to China to tap into the growing Sino-Africa trade.
Africa must take substantial efforts to attract private investments into renewables: IMF
Power shortages cost the continent about 2% to 4% of GDP a year
Zamalek dominate Africa from Doha
Zamalek mission enjoyed a large welcome reception by White Knights fans, singing with the players who landed in Cairo at 11 PM on Saturday.
Egypt contributes most to Africa’s annual growth: AfDB
Earlier than expected production from Zohr gas field supports Egypt’s contribution, says AEO report
Egypt ninth in mobile internet speeds in Africa
According to Speedtest Global Index, the country with the fastest average mobile internet speed in December 2019 was South Korea, recording 103.18 Mbps. The monthly ranking index While added that the UAE came second climbing two ranks with an average speed of 86.77 Mbps, followed by Qatar with speeds averaging 79.21 Mbps. Canada came fourth …
Egypt Post wins Excellence Award for best postal development in Africa
In addition, Egypt Post provided support to African countries through the Regional Training Centre in Cairo, which led to the PAPU adopting the Egyptian experience and circulating it to African countries.
Al-Sisi addresses Africa’s investment interests in UK-Africa Summit
There are promising, diversified investment opportunities in Africa, making it an important destination for international business institutions, says president
Japan to help improve Africa’s water resources management
JICA offers new training as a response to TICAD7’s outcomes, says Japanese ambassador
Red Sea Council to maintain security, wealth of member countries: expert
Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and other Arab and African countries signed charter for establishing Red Sea Council
Egypt to be among top African bond markets in 2020: Bloomberg
EGP has rallied 12% in 2019, its best performance in at least 25 years, says Bloomberg
Egypt Post, DHL agree to facilitate e-commerce in Africa
The agreement aims to provide new and innovative services to stimulate rapid shipping traffic to and from the African continent, focusing on Egypt’s position as a major hub for development.
Africa acquires 4% of global growth in packaging sector
Düsseldorf Fair Authority is the first German exhibition authority to organise an exhibition in Egypt, says AHK CEO
Egypt hosts 12th meeting of STCDSS, addresses Africa’s peace & security issues
STCDSS is required to draft a detailed report on the outcomes of the discussions to AU
New NEF ambassadors to drive shift in perceptions about science and technology in Africa
We hope to influence a clear policy and public opinion shift, spurring action and investment, says NEF Vice-President
Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada airports fastest growing in Africa: Routesonline
It said Sharm El Sheikh airport is the fastest growing major airport in Africa by capacity.
Egypt’s policy towards African continent changed since 2014: Sameh Shoukry
Egypt’s presidency of the AU inspires Aswan Forum to serve the African people
Al-Sisi, EBRD’s president discuss boosting bank’s presence in Africa
Decision depends on the Shareholders’ meeting in May, says Chakrabarti