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A potable water project has been put in place in Embeito, Mai-Aini sub-zone, at a cost of over 2.3 million Nakfa. Mr. Kibrom Misgina, head of water resources in the Southern Region, said that the project, implemented through community participation and Government support, included a well, a reservoir with a capacity of 125 barrels of water, four water distribution centers, about 2 km of pipeline, and a solar power system. Mr. Haile Tesfamariam, head of water development in Embeito, said that the project involved labor valued at 1.5 million Nakfa and expenditure of over 876,000 Nakfa.…

The President of the Republic of Liberia, H.E. Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has sent a message of congratulations to Her Excellency Claudia Sheinbaum, President of the United Mexican States, on the occasion of Mexico’s 205th Independence Day, celebrated on September 16, 2026. According to a release from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, President Boakai, in his message to his Mexican counterpart, extended heartfelt felicitations and best wishes to the Government and people of the United Mexican States on behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of Liberia and in his own name.…

Ministry of Information, Communications, Science, Technology and Innovation submitted a draft of the National Data Value Creation Blue-Print Lesotho in Maseru. Speaking at the event, Ms. Mabatho Lithebe said the draft to the national ecosystem for validation across four key areas, and those are the strategic Framework. She said the aim was to review the national vision, the theory of change, the strategic pillars and the consolidated findings of the ecosystem diagnostic.…

The Uganda High Commission in Kuala Lumpur in collaboration with Kelana Jaya Running Club organized the Annual Rotary Cancer Run at the Malaysia Tourism Centre in Kuala Lumpur on 6th September 2026. The event attracted over 200 Ugandans in Malaysia and the ASEAN Region; and well wishers. Ugandan students from different regions of Malaysia also participated. The Annual Rotary Cancer Run is organized by Rotary Uganda, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in conjunction with Missions abroad, has consistently supported the Rotary Cancer Run.…

Lionel Messi’s international story may not be over just yet. After announcing his retirement from Argentina duty on August 29th, following the World Cup final defeat to Spain and the recent death of his father, Messi is set for one final farewell.

A senior Eritrean delegation composed of Mr. Hagos Gebrehiwet, Head of PFDJ Economic Affairs, and Mr. Nesredin Mohammed Saleh, Minister of Trade and Industry, held talks with Mr. Majid bin Abdullah, Minister of Commerce of Saudi Arabia. The meeting, held this afternoon, focused on enhancing trade and investment. The senior Eritrean delegation held similar meetings with Mr. Waleed Alkhereiji, Saudi Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, on 15 September, and with senior officials of the Saudi Ministry of Energy and the Saudi National Oil Company (ARAMCO) on 14 September. The meetings featured extensive discussions on issues and developments of mutual interest to the two countries.…

Nigeria's inflation trajectory eased further in August 2026, with the national headline inflation rate slowing for the third consecutive month to 15.39% from 15.43% in July, while the food inflation rate declined to 19.57% after five consecutive months of increases.

The Parliamentary Committee on Commissions, Statutory Authorities and State Enterprises (COSASE) has resolved to summon businessman Hassan Basajjabalaba to appear in person after he failed to attend its Wednesday sitting to explain a disputed Shs140 billion Bank of Uganda guarantee. The decision, taken after a lengthy debate over a request for more time from Basajjabalaba’s lawyers, Magina Advocates, on Wednesday 16th September 2026. The committee chaired by Kyandondo East MP Hon. Muwada Nkunyingi, examined the roles of Basajjabalaba’s Haba Group, the Central Bank and other parties that may emerge during the investigation.…

The Ministry of Education, through the Excellence in Learning in Liberia (EXCEL) Project, has completed a stakeholder review and validation of the revised Academic Calendar for Kindergarten through Grade 2 and primary schools under the Foundational Learning Program. The one-day EXCEL Project activity brought together Ministry technical teams, county education officials, representatives of public and private school systems, development partners, and project staff to review the proposed calendar and ensure it responds to the practical needs of schools.…

HD Hyundai Samho, Avikus and ClassNK have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop and verify a ship design incorporating autonomous navigation technology. The companies signed the agreement during Gastech 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand. The joint development project will integrate Avikus’ HINAS Control autonomous navigation solution into a vessel design. ClassNK will then assess whether […] HD Hyundai Samho, Avikus and ClassNK have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop and verify a ship design incorporating autonomous navigation technology. The companies signed the agreement during Gastech 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand.…