Gombe State University Students Pay a Study Visit to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission

Source: APO

The ECOWAS Commission, through its Directorate of Education, Science and Culture, hosted students from Gombe State University on an educational excursion to its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria on 28th July 2026, providing the aspiring youth with an opportunity to gain firsthand knowledge of the Commission’s mandate, operations and role in advancing regional integration across West Africa.

Welcoming the delegation, the Principal Programme Officer for Scientific Research and Innovation, Dr. Lino Gemis DOSSOUGNIN, commended the students for their interest in regional affairs and diplomacy. He encouraged them to remain committed to academic excellence, innovation and public service, emphasizing that the future of West Africa depends on a new generation of informed, visionary and dedicated leaders.

The visit featured a comprehensive presentation on the ECOWAS Commission, introducing the students to the history of the Community, its vision and mission, institutional framework, departments, directorates and programmes. The session also highlighted ECOWAS’ achievements and ongoing efforts in promoting peace and security, economic integration, education, science and technology, youth development and sustainable growth throughout the region.

The interactive session concluded with a question-and-answer segment during which the students engaged actively with Commission officials, seeking clarification on various aspects of ECOWAS’ work, opportunities for young people and pathways to careers in regional and international institutions. Their questions were addressed comprehensively, fostering a deeper understanding of the Community’s objectives and operations.

Expressing their appreciation, the students described the excursion as enlightening and inspiring, noting that the experience had strengthened their aspirations to become future diplomats and professionals committed to advancing regional cooperation and development in West Africa.

The visit underscores the ECOWAS Commission’s continued commitment to engaging young people, promoting civic education and nurturing the next generation of leaders who will champion the ideals of regional integration, peace and sustainable development.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Strengthens Its Policies to Promote Engaged Youth, Inclusive Sports, and Sustainable Volunteering

Source: APO


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The regional expert workshop on the consolidation, validation, and adoption of ECOWAS regional policies on youth, sports, and volunteerism concluded in Dakar on Thursday, July 30, 2026, following four days of intensive technical discussions and consultations among representatives of member states, regional institutions, and development partners.

Organized by the ECOWAS Commission’s Center for Youth and Sports Development (CDJS), this workshop marked a decisive step in the process of modernizing regional strategic frameworks designed to promote the development of youth, sports, and volunteerism in West Africa.

During the various sessions, experts conducted an in-depth review of the draft Regional Youth Policy, Regional Sports Policy, and Strategic Document for the ECOWAS Volunteer Program, as well as their respective action plans. The discussions, conducted in language groups and then in plenary sessions, made it possible to incorporate contributions from member states, harmonize proposals, and reach a consensus on the main strategic directions.

Participants made several recommendations aimed, in particular, at strengthening governance mechanisms, improving policy monitoring and evaluation, promoting better coordination between member states and regional institutions, and ensuring the sustainable mobilization of the resources needed to implement regional programs. Particular attention was also given to the inclusion of young people, women, and people with disabilities, as well as to addressing issues related to digital transformation, youth employment, peace, and social cohesion.

The experts also recommended institutionalizing a biennial meeting to review regional policies on youth, sports, and volunteering. This platform will enable regular assessments of progress made, the sharing of best practices, and the adaptation of policies to the new challenges facing the region.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the consolidated versions of the various documents were approved by the experts for submission to the ministers responsible for youth and sports in ECOWAS member states for review and validation.

During the closing ceremony, officials from the ECOWAS Commission commended the commitment and professionalism of the national delegations, whose contributions helped produce consensus-based, ambitious documents tailored to the realities of the region. They expressed their gratitude to the Government of the Republic of Senegal for its hospitality and the excellent working conditions provided to the participants.

The conclusion of this workshop marks a decisive step in the process of strengthening regional policies in support of youth, sports, and volunteerism. The finalized documents will now serve as a reference to guide the actions of member states and partners in implementing the ECOWAS Vision 2050, which places human capital, civic engagement, and regional integration at the heart of West Africa’s sustainable development.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

Egypt: President El-Sisi Speaks with Spain’s Prime Minister Sánchez

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Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi spoke over the phone with Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez.

Spokesman for the Presidency
Ambassador Mohamed El‑Shennawy said Spain’s Prime Minister expressed his country’s condemnation of the incident that affected two vessels in Damietta Port on 29 July 2026 as a result of a drone attack, affirming the solidarity of Spain’s government and people with Egypt in this circumstance.

President El-Sisi noted that the competent authorities are conducting investigations to ascertain the details and circumstances of the incident, confirming the gravity of the escalation unfolding in the region. The President emphasized the necessity for Egypt, Spain, Europe, and the international community to unite in order to halt this escalation.

The call also focused on developments in the region. President El-Sisi reviewed Egypt’s efforts aimed at restoring stability in the region, which the Prime Minister of Spain deeply appreciated. The President and Prime Minister Sánchez emphasized the vital importance of the peaceful settlement of disputes so as to safeguard peace and security in the Middle East. In this context, the Spanish Prime Minister stressed the necessity for the United Nations to assume its role in halting the ongoing war. He also underscored the urgency of reaching a just solution to the Palestinian issue based on the two‑state solution.

During the call, President El-Sisi affirmed Egypt’s full solidarity with Spain with regard to the wildfires that have recently affected some Spanish regions, extending his sincere condolences for the victims of this crisis and his wishes for the swift recovery of the injured. The President confirmed Egypt’s readiness to provide all forms of support to assist the Spanish side in confronting these circumstances, expressing his confidence in Spain’s ability to overcome them, and wishing the country continued prosperity and well‑being.

On a separate note, President El-Sisi congratulated the Spanish Prime Minister on the victory of Spain’s national football team in winning the FIFA World Cup.

Spain’s Prime Minister Sánchez expressed his profound appreciation for the President’s initiative to call to convey Egypt’s message of support during this delicate time for his country. He underlined the profound historical relations between Egypt and Spain at both the official and popular levels, and hoped to continue working towards strengthening relations and cooperation between the two countries across the various political and economic spheres.

– on behalf of Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt.

IDAC reset underway to strengthen accountability and efficiency

Source: Government of South Africa

IDAC reset underway to strengthen accountability and efficiency

A comprehensive reset of the National Prosecuting Authority’s Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) has begun in the wake of damaging allegations presented at the Madlanga Commission against members of the directorate. 

This was announced by Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development Mmamoloko Kubayi during a media briefing in Pretoria on Thursday.

Testimony at the commission has raised allegations of wrongdoing on the part of now former IDAC head Advocate Andrea Johnson and IDAC members Dylan Perumal, Brian Padayachee and Suneel Bellochun.

“IDAC requires internal operational improvements to strengthen accountability, efficiency and effectiveness.

“We have commenced a process aimed at facilitating a comprehensive reset of the [IDAC], aimed at rebranding and repositioning the Directorate to enhance its effectiveness, strengthen its institutional identity, and ensure its long-term success in delivering on its mandate,” the Minister announced.

Remedial activities are already underway to strengthen the directorate including, amongst others:

  • Human Resource Management and Development (HRM&D) has been tasked to commence the process of analysing the job profiles against the CVs of the post holders in IDAC. The analysis of all 146 staff members in IDAC will be completed by 14 August 2026. 
  • All the employees at IDAC will undergo lifestyle audits as a matter of urgency. 
  • A skilled, experienced investigator is being appointed by the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to be seconded to the National Prosecuting Service (NPS) to conduct a full case audit on all cases. In the interim, the NPS is finalising the consideration of the Crime Intelligence Division (CID) cases enrolled. All section 28(1) and (13) authorisations will be evaluated against mandate, intake criteria and referral mechanism. There will be an evaluation of all cases currently on the court roll to ensure that people are correctly charged. 
  • A process to improve operational management of the directorate is underway, which includes a review of standard operating procedures and related issues. 
  • IDAC will ensure that they build a sustainable in-house capacity to deal with digital forensic matters. 

“I have placed Dylan Perumal on suspension from his position as the chief investigator at South Africa’s Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) pending disciplinary processes. 

“Disciplinary processes for employees within the purview of the National Director of Public Prosecutions (NDPP) who have been found wanting at IDAC have commenced. Brian Padayachee and Suneel Bellochun have already been suspended pending disciplinary proceedings against them,” Kubayi added.

Earlier this week, Johnson resigned from her position with immediate effect.

The Minister cautioned against calls for the directorate to be disbanded following the “revelations” at the Madlanga Commission.

“Those who are making these calls must disabuse themselves of the tendency to reduce institutions to individuals. Individuals come and go, but institutions remain, and we must defend and protect institutions because they are formed to fulfil a societal need rather than the agendas of individuals.

“Individuals within institutions who either abuse their power or violate their oath of office or deviate from operational norms and standards at whatever level must be held accountable.

“What has also come to light is that there are individuals who deliberately deviated from established norms and standards, deviated from written standard operating procedures to achieve their own ends within IDAC,” Kubayi said.

She emphasised that accountability measures will ensure that “there is no impunity and rogue elements can be decisively dealt with”.

Under review

Kubayi acknowledged that there is a need for a policy review of the IDAC, noting that a similar review of the National Prosecuting Authority Act is already underway.

According to the Minister, the review must address the following issues, amongst others:

  • The term of office of the Directors of Public Prosecutions (DPPs) and the head of IDAC. We believe that rather than being permanent as is currently the case, these positions should have a limited and defined term of office.
  • Strengthening checks and balances and accountability mechanisms within the NPA in its entirety to ensure that we minimize abuse of power or process.
  • Elimination of conflict of interest. What has emerged is that prosecutors find themselves in a position where they have to make a decision on the arrest warrants against their own colleagues, which is a clear case of conflict of interest.
  • The legislative review has to address this challenge in a manner that promotes justice and fairness.

The Minister reminded South Africans of the importance of the NPA as the “only agency responsible for instituting criminal proceedings on behalf of the state”.

“We all have the responsibility to protect and defend the NPA, including IDAC, so that we can strengthen our democracy and ensure its stability.

“IDAC is an 18-month-old institution that has huge opportunities for both growth and stability. As a Minister, I believe that in the organisation there are still Men and Women of integrity who have kept to their oath of office as both investigators and prosecutors, and they deserve our support,” Kubayi concluded. – SAnews.gov.za

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Eritrea: Monetary Support Extended to Families of Martyrs in Haikota Sub-Zone

Source: APO

A total of 400,000 Nakfa contributed by government employees and members of the business community in Haikota sub-zone has been distributed to 80 families of martyrs in the sub-zone’s 12 administrative areas.

Mr. Tesfy Teklai, Head of Social Services in the sub-zone, said that each family of martyrs received 5,000 Nakfa.

Noting that residents of the sub-zone have regularly supported families of martyrs by cultivating their farmland and assisting with harvesting, Mr. Shikedin Saleh, Administrator of the sub-zone, commended the government employees and business community for their initiative.

In the same vein, members of the Eritrean Defense Forces, the Forestry and Wildlife Authority, and the Police, as well as government employees in Haikota sub-zone, conducted visits to the BANATOM Factory, an oil factory, and a metalworks facility.

During the visits, the participants received briefings from Lt. Col. Tekie Woldu, Manager of the Enterprises, and Mr. Shikedin Saleh, Administrator of the sub-zone.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.

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Renewal of driver’s licence cards continues until 10-year extension is legislated

Source: Government of South Africa

Renewal of driver’s licence cards continues until 10-year extension is legislated

Motorists have been advised to continue renewing expired driver’s licence cards for light motor vehicles and motorcycles until a new law extending the validity period from five to 10 years comes into effect.

This follows Cabinet’s approval of the extension of the validity period for driving licences for Codes A, A1, B and EB, a decision welcomed by Transport Minister Barbara Creecy and Deputy Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa.

“The Cabinet approval serves as an endorsement for the draft notices for the extension of the driving licence validity period to be submitted to the Shareholders Committee and also to the Secretary of Parliament for public comments, and also to the office of the State Law Adviser for legal scrutiny.

“Motorists must therefore continue to renew expired driving licence cards until the new law takes effect,” the Department of Transport said in a statement on Thursday.

According to the department, the implementation of the extension requires the amendment of regulation 108 of the Road Traffic Regulations by the amendment of paragraph (a) of sub-regulation (5) of the following: (5) (a) Subject to regulation 101(2) –

  1. a driving licence card for codes A1, A, B, and EB licence shall expire [five] 10 years from the date on which it has been ordered from the Card Production Facility; and
  2. a driving licence card for codes C1, C, EC1, and EC licence shall expire five years from the date on which it has been ordered from the Card Production Facility.

“The 10-year renewal period will apply only to light motor vehicles. Heavy commercial and public transport vehicles will remain subject to the existing five-year renewal cycle, and Professional Driving Permits (PrDPs) will remain on a two-year renewal cycle.

“The change was informed by a study undertaken by the Road Traffic Management Corporation, which recommended that extending the validity period would align with international best practice, enhance administrative efficiency, reduce the frequency of renewals for motorists, and ease service demand pressures within the licensing system,” the department explained. – SAnews.gov.za

 

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eWAKA figure parmi les 50 meilleures entreprises africaines du secteur de la mobilité selon MobilityX Africa

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

eWAKA (www.eWAKA.tech), l’entreprise qui développe la plateforme d’exploitation dédiée à la mobilité électrique commerciale en Afrique, figure parmi les 50 meilleures entreprises africaines du secteur de la mobilité dans le classement MobilityX Africa 2026, se classant à la 13e place sur plus de 250 entreprises évaluées à travers le continent.

Cette distinction constitue une validation indépendante pour une entreprise qui a toujours fait preuve d’une exécution rigoureuse, d’une allocation efficace des capitaux et d’un modèle opérationnel unique au sein de l’un des marchés de la mobilité les plus dynamiques au monde. eWAKA est actuellement présente au Kenya et au Rwanda, où elle a déployé plus de 1 200 vélos cargo et motos électriques, facilitant ainsi plus de 1,1 million de livraisons grâce à sa plateforme de mobilité intégrée. Ces résultats démontrent la viabilité commerciale du modèle d’exploitation économe en capitaux d’eWAKA et établissent une base solide pour sa croissance future.

eWAKA a mis en place une plateforme intégrée qui combine la gestion de flottes électriques, la gestion des utilisateurs et des techniciens, un accès abordable aux batteries, des solutions de financement et un logiciel propriétaire, le tout dans le cadre d’une approche de croissance rigoureuse et efficace en termes de capital. Le classement de l’entreprise parmi les acteurs de la mobilité les mieux classés d’Afrique témoigne de la solidité de cette stratégie.

Le rapport a également distingué eWAKA comme l’une des cinq meilleures entreprises de mobilité au Kenya, l’entreprise de mobilité dirigée par une femme la mieux classée en Afrique de l’Est, et l’une des rares entreprises fondées par une femme à figurer dans le classement continental.

« Cette distinction ne relève pas d’un classement. Elle vient valider une manière de créer des entreprises », a déclaré Céleste Tchetgen Vogel, fondatrice et PDG d’eWAKA. « L’avenir de la mobilité ne sera pas déterminé par ceux qui construisent le plus de véhicules. Il sera déterminé par ceux qui développent les plateformes d’exploitation rendant la mobilité électrique viable sur le plan commercial. Cette distinction confirme notre conviction selon laquelle une exécution rigoureuse et une allocation réfléchie des capitaux peuvent créer des entreprises pérennes. »

Chez eWAKA, la moto n’est qu’un élément d’un écosystème connecté, et non le produit final. En intégrant les véhicules, les logiciels, le financement, l’infrastructure de recharge et la gestion de flotte au sein d’une seule et même plateforme d’exploitation, l’entreprise permet à la mobilité électrique commerciale de se développer à grande échelle.

Alors qu’eWAKA entame une nouvelle phase de croissance, l’entreprise se concentre sur le développement de sa plateforme de gestion de flotte, le renforcement de ses capacités technologiques et l’investissement de capitaux de croissance dans un modèle économique qui a déjà prouvé sa capacité à soutenir une croissance continue.

Distribué par APO Group pour eWAKA.

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À propos d’eWAKA :
eWAKA, dont le siège social est situé en Suisse, promeut la mobilité durable en Afrique afin de renforcer les perspectives économiques du continent grâce aux véhicules électriques. Les services d’eWAKA apportent une réponse aux problèmes de mobilité frustrants et perturbateurs en proposant une alternative durable qui renforce la connectivité, améliore l’efficacité et offre des moyens de transport sûrs et respectueux de l’environnement. eWAKA propose à divers segments de clientèle des solutions de véhicules électriques qui réduisent la pollution, notamment les gaz à effet de serre, le CO₂ et le bruit, tout en offrant une grande accessibilité financière grâce à des tarifs d’électricité inférieurs à ceux des carburants, à des solutions d’énergie solaire hors réseau et à de faibles coûts d’entretien. Les projets de développement d’eWAKA prévoient la création d’une usine d’assemblage en Afrique, en collaboration avec ses partenaires industriels, afin de produire des composants conformes aux normes internationales.

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Africa Trade and Distribution Company Limited (ATDC) d’Afreximbank lance des plateformes nationales de commerce et de distribution au Zimbabwe et au Malawi

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

La société Africa Trade and Distribution Company Limited (ATDC), filiale de la Banque Africaine d’Import-Export (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), a signé des accords portant sur le lancement de National ATDC Zimbabwe et National ATDC Malawi, accélérant ainsi sa stratégie visant à mettre en place des plateformes nationales de commerce, de logistique et de distribution destinées à renforcer les chaînes de valeur africaines et à développer le commerce intra-africain.

National ATDC Zimbabwe a été créée sous la forme d’une coentreprise entre ATDC et CBZ Agro Yield, une société membre du Groupe CBZ Holdings Ltd., tandis que National ATDC Malawi sera une coentreprise entre ATDC et Press Corporation Plc, principal conglomérat du Malawi.

Les accords ont été signés à El-Alamein (Égypte), en marge des réunions du Conseil d’administration d’Afreximbank. M. Nikhil Poonevala, Directeur des opérations, a signé au nom d’ATDC, tandis que MM. Lawrence Nyazima, Directeur général du Groupe CBZ Holdings, et Dr Ronald Mangani, Directeur général de Press Corporation Plc, ont signé l’accord au nom de leurs institutions respectives.

Le lancement des plateformes au Zimbabwe et au Malawi fait suite à la création d’ATDC Égypte plus tôt cette année, portant ainsi à trois le nombre d’entités nationales de l’ATDC. Au Zimbabwe, la plateforme sera axée sur le regroupement des produits de base, le développement des exportations, l’intelligence commerciale, l’entreposage, la logistique, la mise en relation entre fournisseurs et acheteurs, les services liés au commerce ainsi que l’accompagnement des PME et des exportateurs émergents. Elle devrait contribuer au renforcement des chaînes de valeur agricoles et industrielles, améliorer l’accès des entreprises zimbabwéennes aux marchés, attirer des investissements dans les secteurs productifs et positionner le Zimbabwe comme un pôle d’exportation compétitif.

ATDC Malawi concentrera ses activités sur le commerce des produits de base, le regroupement de l’offre, l’entreposage, les exportations, les importations stratégiques, le financement structuré du commerce, la gestion des garanties, les infrastructures de chaîne du froid et de logistique, la création de valeur ajoutée ainsi que l’intelligence commerciale. Cette plateforme devrait renforcer les chaînes de valeur des produits de base et de l’industrie manufacturière du Malawi, améliorer l’efficacité logistique, attirer des investissements dans les infrastructures facilitant le commerce et créer de nouvelles opportunités de marché pour les entreprises locales.

Ces nouvelles plateformes ont été conçues pour remédier à la fragmentation persistante des marchés, qui pénalise les petits producteurs, les transformateurs et les exportateurs émergents, en regroupant l’offre, en améliorant l’accès à l’intelligence commerciale, en facilitant les services de logistique et d’entreposage, en soutenant le financement du commerce et en mettant les producteurs africains en relation avec des acheteurs régionaux et internationaux. L’ATDC prévoit de rendre opérationnelles sept entités nationales à travers l’Afrique d’ici à la fin de l’année 2026, avant de poursuivre leur déploiement en 2027. 

Selon le Rapport 2026 sur le commerce en Afrique d’Afreximbank (https://apo-opa.co/4c56dW7), les échanges de marchandises de l’Afrique ont progressé de 6,1 %, pour atteindre environ 1 500 milliards de dollars US, tandis que le commerce intra-africain a augmenté de 5,5 %, pour s’établir à environ 213,8 milliards de dollars US. Le rapport met également en évidence les contraintes persistantes liées au déficit de financement du commerce, aux insuffisances des infrastructures et au faible niveau de création de valeur ajoutée, soulignant ainsi la nécessité de mettre en place des plateformes commercialement viables capables de transformer l’intégration régionale en flux commerciaux concrets.

La création de ces deux entités s’inscrit dans le cadre du mandat plus large confié à l’ATDC, qui consiste à accélérer l’industrialisation de l’Afrique, à promouvoir la création de valeur ajoutée locale et à soutenir la mise en œuvre de la Zone de libre-échange continentale africaine (ZLECAf) au moyen de plateformes nationales de commerce évolutives et commercialement viables.

Commentant la signature des accords, Mme Kanayo Awani, Vice-Présidente exécutive d’Afreximbank, en charge du commerce intra-africain et du développement des exportations, a déclaré : « La création de National ATDC Zimbabwe et de National ATDC Malawi marque une nouvelle étape importante dans la stratégie d’Afreximbank visant à mettre en place les infrastructures commerciales nécessaires pour accélérer la transformation économique de l’Afrique. Grâce à ces partenariats, nous créons des plateformes qui mettent en relation les producteurs africains avec les marchés, facilitent le financement du commerce et favorisent la création de valeur ajoutée. En collaborant avec de solides partenaires locaux, nous jetons les bases d’une augmentation des exportations, d’une industrialisation accrue et d’un renforcement de l’autonomisation économique des communautés locales à travers le continent ».

Évoquant la stratégie de déploiement panafricain de l’ATDC, M. Stewart Makura, Directeur général de l’ATDC, a déclaré : « L’ATDC met en place l’architecture opérationnelle du commerce africain. National ATDC Zimbabwe et National ATDC Malawi nous permettront de conjuguer une connaissance approfondie des marchés locaux avec le réseau commercial panafricain de l’ATDC, afin d’aider les producteurs à surmonter les contraintes liées à la taille des marchés, à la logistique et à l’accès aux débouchés. Ces entités constitueront des plateformes opérationnelles concrètes pour la mise en œuvre d’échanges commerciaux conformes aux objectifs de la ZLECAf, tout en favorisant la création de valeur ajoutée et le développement des chaînes de valeur régionales ».

Commentant la création de National ATDC Zimbabwe, M. Wellington Mutizwa, Directeur général de CBZ Agro Yield, a déclaré : « CBZ Agro Yield est ravie de s’associer à l’ATDC pour mettre en place une plateforme qui répond directement au potentiel productif du Zimbabwe. Ce partenariat contribuera à regrouper la production, à accompagner les producteurs en leur facilitant l’accès aux marchés et aux services logistiques, et à ouvrir de nouvelles perspectives pour les produits zimbabwéens sur les marchés régionaux et internationaux. Il s’agit d’une étape importante pour renforcer une croissance tirée par les exportations et élargir les opportunités offertes aux agriculteurs, aux PME et aux entreprises de transformation ».

Évoquant le lancement de National ATDC Malawi, Dr Ronald Mangani, Directeur général du Groupe Press Corporation Plc, a déclaré : « Le partenariat entre Press Corporation Plc et l’ATDC associe les capacités commerciales locales du Malawi au réseau commercial continental de l’ATDC. Grâce à ATDC Malawi, nous soutiendrons le regroupement, la transformation et l’acheminement des produits malawites vers les marchés régionaux et internationaux, tout en contribuant à la mise en place des infrastructures et des services nécessaires à un commerce plus compétitif ».

Les personnalités suivantes ont notamment pris part à la cérémonie : Prof. Benedict Oramah, Président du Conseil d’administration de l’ATDC ; Mme Kanayo Awani, Vice-Présidente exécutive d’Afreximbank, en charge du commerce intra-africain et du développement des exportations et membre du Conseil d’administration de l’ATDC ; les autres membres du Conseil d’administration de l’ATDC ; M. Hani Sonbol, Directeur général de la Société internationale islamique de financement du commerce (ITFC) et administrateur de l’ATDC et de hauts responsables d’Afreximbank, de CBZ Agro Yield et de Press Corporation Plc. Des administrateurs de Press Corporation Plc étaient également présents.

Distribué par APO Group pour Afreximbank.

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La Banque Africaine d’Import-Export (Afreximbank) est une institution financière multilatérale panafricaine dédiée au financement et à la promotion du commerce intra et extra-africain. Depuis 30 ans, Afreximbank déploie des structures innovantes pour fournir des solutions de financement qui facilitent la transformation de la structure du commerce africain et accélèrent l’industrialisation et le commerce intrarégional, soutenant ainsi l’expansion économique en Afrique. Fervente défenseur de l’Accord sur la Zone de Libre-Échange Continentale Africaine (ZLECAf), Afreximbank a lancé les le Système panafricain de paiement et de règlement (PAPSS) qui a été adopté par l’Union africaine (UA) comme la plateforme de paiement et de règlement devant appuyer la mise en œuvre de la ZLECAf. En collaboration avec le Secrétariat de la ZLECAf et l’UA, la Banque a mis en place un Fonds d’ajustement de 10 milliards de dollars US pour aider les pays à participer de manière effective à la ZLECAf. À la fin de décembre 2025, le total des actifs et des garanties de la Banque s’élevait à environ 48,5 milliards de dollars US et les fonds de ses actionnaires s’établissaient à 8,4 milliards de dollars US. Afreximbank est notée AAA par China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd (CCXI), A par GCR, A- par Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) et Baa2 par Moody’s. Moody’s (Baa2) et S&P Global Ratings (BBB+). La Banque a son siège social au Caire, en Égypte. 

Pour de plus amples informations, veuillez visiter www.Afreximbank.com

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eWAKA Recognized Among Africa’s Top 50 Mobility Companies by MobilityX Africa

Source: APO

eWAKA (www.eWAKA.tech), the company building the operating platform for commercial electric mobility in Africa, has been recognized among Africa’s Top 50 Mobility Companies in the 2026 MobilityX Africa rankings, placing 13th overall out of more than 250 companies assessed across the continent.

The recognition serves as independent validation for a business that has consistently exhibited disciplined execution, efficient capital allocation, and a unique operating model in one of the world’s fastest-growing mobility markets. Currently, eWAKA operates in Kenya and Rwanda, where it has deployed over 1,200 electric cargo bicycles and motorcycles, facilitating more than 1.1 million deliveries through its integrated mobility platform. These achievements demonstrate the commercial viability of eWAKA’s capital-efficient operating model and establish a solid foundation for future growth.

eWAKA has built an integrated platform that combines managed electric fleets, rider and technician management, affordable battery access, financing, and proprietary software, delivered through a disciplined, capital-efficient approach to growth. The company’s inclusion among Africa’s highest-ranked mobility businesses reinforces the strength of that strategy.

The report also recognized eWAKA as one of the Top 5 mobility companies in Kenya, the highest-ranked woman-led mobility company in East Africa, and one of only a few woman-founded companies included in the continental ranking.

“This recognition is not about a ranking. It is about validating a way of building companies,” said Céleste Tchetgen Vogel, Founder and CEO of eWAKA.  “The future of mobility will not be defined by who builds the most vehicles. It will be defined by who builds the operating platforms that make electric mobility commercially sustainable. This recognition validates our conviction that disciplined execution and thoughtful capital allocation can create enduring businesses.”

At eWAKA, the motorcycle is just one component of a connected ecosystem, rather than the final product. By integrating vehicles, software, financing, battery infrastructure, and fleet operations into a single operating platform, the company allows commercial electric mobility to scale.

As eWAKA enters its next phase of growth, the company is focused on expanding its managed fleet platform, strengthening its technology capabilities and deploying growth capital into a business model that has already demonstrated its ability to support continued growth.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of eWAKA.

Media Contacts: 
Tabitha Wambui Gichuhi
Djembe Consultants
(+254) (0) 722 140 812
Tabitha@djembeconsultants.com

Samuel Ipinyomi
Djembe Consultants
(+234) 816 491 6578
Samuel@djembeconsultants.com

About eWAKA:
eWAKA, headquartered in Switzerland, advances sustainable mobility in Africa to strengthen its economic prospects through electric vehicles. eWAKA’s services address frustrating and disruptive mobility experiences by offering a sustainable alternative that increases connectivity, improves efficiency, and provides safe, environmentally friendly transportation. eWAKA offers multiple customer segments electric vehicle options that reduce pollution, including greenhouse gases, CO2, and noise, while providing strong affordability through low electricity prices compared to fuel, off-grid solar power solutions, and low maintenance costs. eWAKA’s development plans include establishing an African assembly facility with its manufacturing partners to produce components to international standards.

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Canon returns to Visa pour l’Image to champion outstanding photojournalism

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This September, Canon (https://en.Canon-CNA.com/) will be championing the work of photojournalists for the 37th consecutive year, as part of its decades-long partnership with Visa pour l’Image.

Canon will honour the craft of documentary storytelling during the festival’s Pro Week (31 August – 5 September 2026), held in Perpignan in the south of France, by awarding two independent project grants, bringing together industry experts to encourage meaningful discussions and providing recourses for the professional community at the Canon Lounge.

Canon to recognise outstanding contributions to photojournalism with two grants

For 26 years, Canon and Visa pour l’Image have awarded at times career-defining project grants to female photojournalists pursuing a long-term documentary project, alongside the opportunity to showcase their work on the acclaimed Visa pour l’Image stage.

This year, the international jury has awarded Finnish photojournalist and Canon Ambassador Meeri Koutaniemi, for her 14-year documentation of female genital mutilation (FGM) and the grassroots activists working to end the practice. Spanning 14 countries, the project explores both the impact of FGM and the efforts of survivors and communities driving change from within, culminating in a return to Kenya to examine how activism and education can transform future generations.

Canon and Visa pour l’Image are also presenting the seventh Canon Video Grant to German-Mexican filmmaker Axel Javier Sulzbacher for Antes de ser Niño – Before Being a Child. Set in Michoacán, Mexico, the film follows a youth militia where children receive military-style training amid cartel violence, exploring the tension between protection, militarisation, and childhood through long-term observational filmmaking.

“Photojournalism has the power to make visible the realities that too often remain unseen. For more than two decades, the Canon Female Photojournalist Grant has supported women whose dedication, courage and empathy bring these stories to light. Meeri Koutaniemi’s work exemplifies the profound role documentary storytellers play in bearing witness, amplifying underrepresented voices, and inspiring meaningful change.

Alongside photography, documentary filmmaking plays a vital role in helping us understand the world and the experiences of people whose stories might otherwise go untold. This year, the Canon Video Grant recognises the remarkable work of Axel Javier Sulzbacher, whose dedicated, long-term approach brings nuance and humanity to a complex and challenging subject,” says Ingrid Masachs, EMEA Marketing Director at Canon.

“We are proud to support photographers and videographers who devote years to telling stories that can shape understanding and help build a more informed and compassionate world.”

 Canon to host a Photo Studio

As a special highlight this year, Canon will host a dedicated Photo Studio and offer visitors the opportunity to receive a professional headshot and live demonstration of Canon’s Authenticity Imaging System (https://apo-opa.co/4c8UlT2), which embeds secure, verifiable credentials into images in accordance with the C2PA standard.

Canon support at Visa pour l’Image

The Canon Lounge will showcase the strength of Canon’s complete professional imaging offering, bringing together industry-leading cameras, lenses, professional print technology and software solutions that help protect image authenticity, and the unrivalled expertise of Canon Professional Services (CPS).

Throughout the festival, accredited photographers can benefit from complimentary check-and-clean services, hands-on access to the latest equipment, one-to-one advice from Canon product specialists, and a fine art print of their work. As the only imaging brand offering this full suite of products, software and services support, Canon is uniquely positioned to help professional photographers create, protect, and share their work with confidence.

– on behalf of Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA).

Media enquiries, please contact:
Canon Central and North Africa 
Jayashri Namdar 
e. jayashri.namdar@canon-me.com

APO Group – PR Agency 
Rania ElRafie 
e. Rania.ElRafie@apo-opa.com  

About Canon Central and North Africa 
Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA) (https://en.Canon-CNA.com/) is a division within Canon Middle East FZ LLC (CME), a subsidiary of Canon Europe. The formation of CCNA in 2016 was a strategic step that aimed to enhance Canon’s business within the Africa region – by strengthening Canon’s in-country presence and focus. CCNA also demonstrates Canon’s commitment to operating closer to its customers and meeting their demands in the rapidly evolving African market. 

Canon has been represented in the African continent for more than 15 years through distributors and partners that have successfully built a solid customer base in the region. CCNA ensures the provision of high quality, technologically advanced products that meet the requirements of Africa’s rapidly evolving marketplace. With over 100 employees, CCNA manages sales and marketing activities across 44 countries in Africa.  

Canon’s corporate philosophy is Kyosei (https://apo-opa.co/3RJbL1M) – ‘living and working together for the common good’. CCNA pursues sustainable business growth, focusing on reducing its own environmental impact and supporting customers to reduce theirs using Canon’s products, solutions and services. At Canon, we are pioneers, constantly redefining the world of imaging for the greater good. Through our technology and our spirit of innovation, we push the bounds of what is possible – helping us to see our world in ways we never have before. We help bring creativity to life, one image at a time. Because when we can see our world, we can transform it for the better. 

For more information: https://en.Canon-CNA.com/

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