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Published on Mar 29, 2023

Why David Malpass, future ex-president of the World Bank, chose Niger and Togo for his last trip

David Malpass, the current president of the World Bank, is set to travel to Africa to make his final official visit as leader of the largest multilateral development institution. Malpass is travelling to sub-Saharan Africa, where he will visit Niger and …

Source: Africa Report - Neutral
Published on Mar 29, 2023

Don’t undermine Ghana’s culture and sovereignty with assistance!!!

On Monday, while on a visit to the country, US Vice President Kamala Harris announced a US$100 -million support package for Ghana, Benin, Guinea, Cote d’Ivoire and Togo, as part of her country’s efforts to promote stability in the West African sub-region. …

Source: Ghanaian Times - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 29, 2023

South Africa banks agree US$193m funding deal to build new Zimbabwe hospitals

HARARE – Zimbabwe is to raise US$193 million in offshore lending to implement a 2019 agreement with UK infrastructure company NMS for the construction of hospitals and clinics in the country. ABSA and Standard bank of South Africa are the joint arrangers …

Source: The Zimbabwe Mail - Neutral
Published on Mar 27, 2023

Kamala Harris urges Ghana’s creditors to help meet debt obligation amid IMF talks

US Vice President, Kamala Harris has entreated Ghana’s foreign creditors to help the country meet its debt servicing obligation. Madam Harris believes this will enable Ghana successfully negotiate the bailout it is seeking from the International Monetary …

Source: Myjoyonline.com - Label Pending
Published on Mar 29, 2023

World Bank Group President David Malpass to Visit Niger and Togo

WASHINGTON —World Bank Group President David Malpass will make official visits to Niger and Togo from March 29 to April 1, 2023, to discuss regional and global priorities including strengthening security and peace, inclusive and sustainable economic growth …

Source: India Education Diary - Label Pending
Published on Mar 29, 2023

Can Harris’s Visit Shore Up U.S. Relations With Africa?

Welcome to Foreign Policy’s Africa Brief. The highlights this week: Protests erupt in Kenya, Uganda passes a virulently anti-gay bill, and Iran’s clerical regime arrests girls for performing a viral Nigerian dance routine. If you would like to receive …

Source: Foreign Policy - Neutral
Published on Mar 29, 2023

Ghana is important to the US – Okudzeto Ablakwa

Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, says the decision by the United States’ Vice President, Kamala Harris, to visit Ghana first on her three-leg Africa tour is testament to how important Ghana is to the US. According to him, the …

Source: Myjoyonline.com - Label Pending
Published on Mar 29, 2023

Ghana should be careful not to fall into a geopolitical trap – Dr Hlorvor

International Relations Expert, Dr. Ishmael Hlovor, has cautioned that Ghana should not fall into a geopolitical trap concerning the country’s relations with China and America. According to him, keeping a good diplomatic balance with the two powers would …

Source: Myjoyonline.com - Label Pending
Published on Mar 28, 2023

IMF begs China & Paris Club for Ghana to get US$3 billion bailout

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged Ghana’s creditors to hasten to grant the financing assurances needed promptly, so the Board of the Bretton Wood institution can approve the cocoa, gold and oil-producing West African country’s $3-billion …

Source: Herald - Label Pending
Published on Mar 30, 2023

Challenges That Await Ajay Banga, The Sole Nominee For World Bank Presidency

New Delhi: The sole nominee for the World Bank presidency Ajay Banga awaits a host of challenges. With the pandemic, came a trail of economic and social crises, an increase in health, stimulus, and social expenditures over the past three years also added …

Source: ABP Live - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 30, 2023

The rise of Ajay Banga, the India-origin executive likely to be next World Bank chief, and challenges ahead

It’s going to be yet another first. The World Bank is likely to get an Indian-American head. Ajay Banga was nominated by US president Joe Biden last month for the post. Nominations closed on Wednesday and no country has publicly proposed an alternate …

Source: Firstpost - Center-right
Published on Mar 28, 2023

Ghana set to receive aid from both China and the United States

Chinese Finance Minister Liu Kun relayed the commitment to Ghana's Finance Minister, Mr. Ken Ofori-Atta, who led a delegation to Beijing to seek debt relief. This information is courtesy of Class FM online, a Ghanaian news publication. “China believes …

Source: Pulse - Neutral
Published on Mar 30, 2023

Tunisian morgue overflows as more people attempt risky sea crossing

On a recent afternoon in the Tunisian coastal city of Sfax, as shoppers hurried around a market buying food and drink for that evening’s iftar meal, a small group of men from sub-Saharan Africa gathered near a stall selling phone accessories. One of them, …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Mar 28, 2023

Africa: The Economic Challenges These Countries Are Facing

Cape Town — More and more Africans are experiencing poverty. coupled with the impact of Covid-19 and the war between Russia and Ukraine that intensified just over a year ago, weighs heavily on global trade and the supply of goods. And even more so, …

Source: All Africa - Neutral
Published on Mar 28, 2023

What is an IMF bailout, when is it provided to a country, and what are the lending conditions?

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) executive board approved a nearly $3 billion bailout plan for Sri Lanka last week, of which about $333 million was to be disbursed immediately to alleviate the country’s humanitarian crisis. Meanwhile, Pakistan Prime …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on Mar 28, 2023

US Vice President Kamala Harris Visits Ghana, Tanzania, and Zambia

U.S. Hopes to Balance China and Russia‘s Influence in Africa U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris visited Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia until April 2, following a December summit hosted by President Joe Biden in Washington with leaders from Africa, where the U.S …

Source: Nigeria News Today - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 30, 2023

My Election Greatest Birthday Gift, Says Tinubu

•Declares campaign promises remain his bond •Osinbajo, APC govs, party leaders, others felicitate president-elect on 71st anniversary Deji Elumoye, Adedayo Akinwale in Abuja, Segun James in Lagos, Kemi Olaitan in Ibadan, Igbawase Ukumba in Lafia and …

Source: This Day - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 28, 2023

US$1.7 billion debt relief: We will help you – China to Government of Ghana

The government of China says it will help the government of Ghana to restructure the gold-producing West African country’s US$1.7 billion debt owed the Asian giant. Chinese Finance Minister, Liu Kun gave the assurance when Ghana’s Finance Minister, Ken …

Source: GhanaWeb - Neutral
Published on Mar 28, 2023

Beyond payments, what opportunities lie in Nigeria’s fintech sector?

Since 2015, African fintech startups have raised over $3 billion across 722 rounds. During this time, Nigeria has often raised the most capital and, in 2022, was responsible for 46.1% of the continent’s fintech funding. Digging further into the numbers …

Source: Techpoint Africa - Neutral

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 16:31 GMT

IMF Loan to Sri Lanka: ‘Unethical and unjust’ says TGTE

"We call upon the IMF to insist the ratification of the Rome Statute retroactively as a Condition for subsequent release of funds.” NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam ( …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 16:42 GMT

LATAM Payments App RPay with $5.7B in Volume Adopts Decentralized Stablecoin eUSD

Widely used in Latin America, the RPay app integrates decentralized stablecoin eUSD for stable payments, mitigating risks and adding improved safeguards for users during times of financial system instability. SAN FRANCISCO, March 30, 2023 /PRNewswire- …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 15:30 GMT

Major Companies In The Hospitality Market Are Implementing Advanced Technologies to Enhance Customer Experience As Per ...

LONDON, March 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Business Research Company’s research on the hospitality market highlights the implementation of advanced technologies by hospitality companies to improve efficiency and improve customer experience. Certain …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 13:01 GMT

Zentek Engages Arka BRENStech Pvt Ltd to Develop Opportunities in India

GUELPH, ON / ACCESSWIRE / March 30, 2023 / Zentek Ltd. ("Zentek" or the "Company") ZTEKZEN, an intellectual property development and commercialization company, has signed an agreement (the "Agreement") with Arka …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 12:26 GMT

Secretary Blinken’s Call with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Tajani

The following is attributable to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel: Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke via phone today with Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani. They discussed Tunisia’s political and …

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Published on March 28, 2023 - 20:46 GMT

War, peace, and the international system after Ukraine

Today, when we talk about global order, we often lament the divisions inside the United Nations Security Council. This year marks the 50th anniversary of important unity: when the U.N. Security Council unanimously recommended German membership in the …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 17:18 GMT

Why sanctions on Russia haven’t worked

After Putin’s invasion of Ukraine back in February 2022, the West responded with some of the most wide-reaching sanctions ever. The UK government claimed that they ‘would cripple Russia's war machine' whilst Biden asserted that 'sanctions are …

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Published on March 28, 2023 - 14:24 GMT

The state of the global economy: A conversation with US Treasury Undersecretary Jay Shambaugh

As global growth stagnates at below historical averages and inflation stays elevated well above pre-COVID-19 levels, the global economic outlook and financial stability remain uncertain: Sovereign debt levels are rising, and international financial …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 23:50 GMT

Geo Bassani ganha prêmio na Torre Eiffel e vira primeiro chef brasileiro bi-campeão europeu

O chef gaúcho radicado em Londres venceu duas vezes a Premiação Melhor do Brasil na Europa, virando primeiro chef bi-campeão europeu com o título. LONDON, UK, UK, March 31, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Geo Bassani é um gaúcho de Porto Alegre, pai …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 22:28 GMT

Poems From Cherry Creek by Lewton Thomas Jones

PORTLAND, OREGON , UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lewton Jones, a talented singer-songwriter from , is making waves in the music industry with his unique sound and inspiring lyrics. With a passion for music that dates back to …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 22:27 GMT

Dovetail Software Celebrates 2nd Consecutive Year as #1 in Sapient Insights HR Systems Survey for HR Service Delivery

Dovetail Software Celebrates Second Consecutive Year as #1 in Sapient Insights HR Systems Survey for HR Case Management and Employee Portal AUSTIN, TEXAS, USA, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dovetail Software is proud to announce that for …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 22:18 GMT

UL System RFL Scholars Embark on Transformative Trip to Paris, France

Eighteen Black college students to be joined by LA state lawmakers and corporate partners for study abroad experience BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA, USA, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The first cohort of Reginald F. Lewis Scholars are heading to …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 21:33 GMT

DC Think Tank President Manuel Oancia Granted Coveted Key to the Heart Award at National Press Club

Manuel Oancia, president of USIBID, honored with the golden “Key to the Heart” award at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Manuel Oancia, the president of the US …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 20:55 GMT

Founder of USIDHR Rings the Bell of Peace for a Harmonious World at FOWPAL Ceremony

Isabelle Vladoiu, founder of US Institute of Diplomacy and Human Rights (USIDHR), rang the Bell of World Peace and Love at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 20:26 GMT

Ghana President Akufo-Addo Invites Clark Atlanta University President to State Dinner honoring Vice President Harris

CAU President Dr. George French, Jr. was invited by Ghana President to a State Dinner honoring Vice President Kamala Harris in Accra, Ghana this week. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Clark Atlanta University …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 19:43 GMT

2023 Key Travel Trend: It's All About Planning Ahead

Planning ahead can help budget-conscious travelers make the most of their travel in 2023. Turas.app can help travelers make the most of every trip in 2023. LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just in …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 18:04 GMT

CenturionAI issues invitation and warning amidst proposed moratorium on AI development

Militant artificial intelligence calls moratorium dangerous NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Throne Dynamics, a leader in advanced AI technology, has released a statement from its militant artificial intelligence …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 17:46 GMT

Novus AI by Oncofocus: The One-Stop Solution for Comprehensive Conference Intelligence in Oncology

Oncofocus, a management consulting firm, has launched an innovative AI-powered conference intelligence platform called Novus AI BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, INDIA, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Oncofocus Solutions, a management consulting firm …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 16:31 GMT

IMF Loan to Sri Lanka: ‘Unethical and unjust’ says TGTE

"We call upon the IMF to insist the ratification of the Rome Statute retroactively as a Condition for subsequent release of funds.” NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam ( …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 16:30 GMT

GoodFirms Enlists the Most Eminent Players of Progressive Web App Development

The list is developed after immense research and customer-oriented assessments WASHINGTON, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Progressive web apps work seamlessly on any device or platform, whether on desktops, …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 16:11 GMT

First of Its Kind Study Explores Gender Pay Gaps in the Colombia Banana Export Sector

The study explores potential reasons for gender pay gaps, highlights steps being taken to improve the gender balance & recommends further actions to close them. NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 15:30 GMT

Top 25 Nationally Ranked Carr, Riggs & Ingram (CRI) Expands into Fort Worth, Texas

CRI Merges in Fort Worth-Based Biggs & Shipman, LLP FORT WORTH, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Top 25 nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC (CRI) announces its first location in the …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 14:15 GMT

Pine-Derived Chemicals Market Global Outlook: Industry Trends, Market Size, Drivers, Trends, And Competitors

The Business Research Company's Pine-Derived Chemicals Global Market Report 2023 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2023-2032 LANDON, GREATER LANDON, UK, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s global …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 14:15 GMT

Global Optical Brightener Market Forecast 2023-2032 – Market Size, Drivers, Industry Trends, And Analysis

The Business Research Company's Optical Brightener Global Market Report 2023 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2023-2032 LANDON, GREATER LANDON, UK, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s global market …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 14:14 GMT

Caramel Ingredients Market Size, Share, Growth Analysis, Industry Trends And Forecast For 2023-2032

The Business Research Company’s Caramel Ingredients Global Market Report 2023 – Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2023-2032 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s global market …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 14:00 GMT

6WIND and RocNet Supply, Inc. Announce Strategic Partnership

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 6WIND, a leading green-tech networking software company specializing in high-performance virtualized and cloud-native network solutions, today announced its partnership …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 14:00 GMT

FIT4Privacy accepted into Forbes Business Council

FIT4Privacy accepted into Forbes Business Council BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FIT4Privacy, a Belgium-based consultancy specializing in GDPR consulting, has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, the …

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Published on March 30, 2023 - 13:46 GMT

Global Myopia And Presbyopia Treatment Market Size Is Projected To Grow At A 7.7% Rate Through The Forecast Period

The Business Research Company’s Myopia And Presbyopia Treatment Global Market Report 2023 – Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2023-2027 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UK, March 30, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Business Research Company’s “Myopia And …

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