Category: Development
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Trinidad is redrawing its coat of arms to remove Columbus’ three famous ships
Officials in Trinidad and Tobago are redrawing the island’s coat of arms for the first time since its creation in 1962 to remove references to European colonization. Christopher Columbus’ three ships — the Pinta, the Niña and the Santa María — will be replaced with the steelpan, a popular percussion instrument that originated in the…
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India-US trade chair’s vision of a Moroccan pharmaceutical hub
KV Kumar, the chair of the Indian American International Chamber of Commerce (IAICC), recently visited Morocco to explore new avenues for economic cooperation, with a specific focus on the pharmaceutical sector. During his visit, Kumar discussed the potential for creating a Moroccan pharmaceutical hub that could serve as a significant player in the global market,…
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Ethiopia to build rail link between Awash fuel depot and Djibouti’s Horizon Terminal
This railway project aims to streamline oil loading services at the Horizon Terminal for Ethiopia, facilitate fuel transportation between the two nations, foster economic growth, and increase trade. The project is expected to be launched in the upcoming Ethiopian year of 2017 (Ethiopia will welcome 2017 on September 11). Following discussions between Ethiopian Finance Minister…
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Ethiopian prime minister inaugurates construction of Chinese-contracted economic zone
Named “Addis Tomorrow Special Economic Zone,” the new development is situated in the heart of Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia. The inauguration ceremony took place a year after the signing of an agreement between the Addis Ababa City Administration and China Communications Construction Company (CCCC). The deal involves constructing the economic zone over a…
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Cameroon aims to become leading banana and plantain producer by 2030
Cameroon is intensifying efforts to become the world’s leading producer of bananas and plantains by 2030, said Gabriel Mbairobe, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development. The plan includes boosting current production levels through targeted initiatives and partnerships. Currently, Cameroon produces over 6 million tonnes of bananas and plantains annually. The government aims to increase…
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Chad inaugurates a consulate in Western Sahara
There has been no official reaction from the Algerian authorities yet. To date, about 29 nations have established consulates in the Western Saharan cities of Laayoune and Dakhla, including African countries like Burkina Faso, Guinea-Bissau, Côte d’Ivoire, Central African Republic and Burundi. Western Sahara, previously a Spanish colony, fell under the governance of Morocco and…
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Dangote Refinery says Nigeria must enforce crude supply for local refiners
The Dangote Oil Refinery has called on Nigeria’s upstream oil regulator to force producers to abide by a law that stipulates they supply local refineries, saying that lax enforcement was raising its operational costs. The 650,000-barrel-per-day capacity refinery, built by Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote on the outskirts of Lagos for $20 billion, has struggled…
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Ethiopian Airlines signs deal for design of ‘biggest airport in Africa’
Ethiopia has signed an agreement for the design of a new four-runway airport that will be Africa’s biggest when construction is completed in 2029, the head of state-owned Ethiopian Airlines said on Friday. Located near the town of Bishoftu, around 45 km (28 miles) from the capital Addis Ababa, the airport will have capacity to…
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Popular Mamba Point Community Razed in Liberia, Residents Cry Foul
Mamba Point, Liberia – [August 10, 2024] – In a move sparking outrage and confusion, Liberian public works officials demolished a popular beachfront community in Mamba Point, Liberia earlier this morning. The bustling hub, known for its vibrant abuja (open-air bars) and unique camarilla tribes mask artifacts, was reduced to rubble in a matter of…
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Nat’l Council of Chiefs and Elders Gets New Officials
MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The new officials of the National Council of Chiefs and Elders have been cautioned to perform their duties with loyalty to the country. President Joseph Boakai said:” Liberia’s path to sustainable growth and development can be attained if people serving in positions of public trust are dedicated and passionate about change. President Boakai underscored…
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