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Gabon President’s Party Commands Key Legislative Election
(MENAFN) Gabon’s Democratic Union of Builders (UDB), the party of President Brice Oligui Nguema, has claimed a dominant victory in the country’s recent legislative elections, capturing 102 of the 145 National Assembly seats, according to official...
UDB Secures Parliamentary Majority in Gabon’s Elections
(MENAFN) The Democratic Union of Builders (UDB), the political party aligned with Gabonese President Brice Oligui Nguema, has secured a commanding majority in the country's parliamentary elections. As reported on Tuesday by a state-run newspaper,...
GARI Fellowship Honors Top International Professors and Leaders Driving Global Innovation
The Global Association for Research and Innovation recognizes outstanding contributions by inducting distinguished scholars and leaders as Fellows. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, October 3, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Global Association for...
Governments in Global South get dedicated support to tap into carbon markets with new toolkit
Comprehensive guide allows policymakers to navigate different carbon markets to help finance national climate strategies and sustainable development goals. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new toolkit will help...
Benin Bus Crash Leaves 27 Dead, 16 Missing
(MENAFN) At least 27 people have been confirmed dead and 16 remain unaccounted for following a deadly bus crash in central Benin early Sunday, local authorities reported. The vehicle, which was carrying 52 passengers, veered off course and fell...
Benin Bronzes from the Netherlands returning home to Nigeria
NETHERLANDS, June 18 - News item | 18-06-2025 | 17:00 This week marks the return of 119 Benin Bronzes from the Netherlands to Nigeria. The official handover will take place on 21 June, at the National Museum in Lagos. The restitution is the result...
Minister Maropene Ramokgopa: Parliamentary Capacity Building Workshop
Venue: Cape Town, South Africa Honourable Members of Parliament, Distinguished participants from across the Twende Mbele partner countries - Benin, Ghana, Kenya, Niger, Uganda, and our host country, South Africa, Esteemed facilitators, experts and...
Benin rejects allegations of backing Western terror networks
(MENAFN) Benin has strongly denied accusations that it is collaborating with Western countrires to support terrorist activities aimed at undermining the stability of Niger and the broader Sahel region. This area has been contending with extremist...
Benin Denies Allegations of Aiding Terrorism
(MENAFN) Benin has firmly denied accusations suggesting that it is collaborating with Western nations to provide sanctuary to terrorists in an attempt to undermine Niger and the broader Sahel area. This region has been enduring a persistent...
From Grassroots to Global Impact: GARI Launches as International Nonprofit Advancing Research and Innovation
Building on a 20-year legacy, GARI formalizes as a nonprofit to expand global research, innovation, mentorship, and inclusive academic collaboration. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- After more than two decades of...
Netherlands Returns Benin Bronzes to Nigeria
(MENAFN) The Netherlands has given back 119 cultural relics to Nigeria, which include sculptures of people and animals, decorative plaques, ceremonial ornaments, and a historically significant bell. These pieces were taken from Nigeria more than...
Minister Fajon calls for stronger action and return of abducted Ukrainian children at Luxembourg meeting
SLOVENIA, April 14 - At the meeting, ministers discussed the escalating situation in Ukraine, where Russian attacks are intensifying, the number of casualties continues to rise and there is still no ceasefire agreement in sight. Minister Fajon...
African president states imperialists attempting to dissemble Sahel confederation
(MENAFN) The interim president of Burkina Faso, Captain Ibrahim Traore, has accused external powers of trying to undermine the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) by pressuring members to break away from the pact. During a flag-raising ceremony on...
Morocco International Mining Congress & Exhibition 2025: Showcasing Africa’s Most Attractive Mining Jurisdiction
The 2nd Morocco Mining Conference, IMC 2025, will be held on 24–26 Nov in Marrakech, uniting leaders for talks, exhibitions, site visits, and more. MARRAKECH, MOROCCO, June 17, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- IMC 2025, the second edition of the...
Minister Fajon: Benin is an extremely valuable partner for the EU in West Africa
SLOVENIA, April 7 - “Benin is an extremely valuable partner for the EU in West Africa. This is reflected in our cooperation in various fields – from security, trade and green energy to infrastructure and human capital. We recognise and support...
Minister Fajon: EU's partnership with Togo is vital for regional security and stability
SLOVENIA, April 9 - "Security and stability are the cornerstones of economic progress and development. The EU sees Togo as an important partner that plays an essential role in ensuring security in the Sahel. It will continue to help tackle the...
Director-General Duncan Pieterse: MzansiXchange pilot launch
Honourable guests and colleagues, It is my privilege to welcome you to the MzansiXchange Pilot Launch. Thank you for being here to mark this important milestone in South Africa’s digital transformation journey. Globally, data has moved from being...