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Appointment of the Secretary of State for Mental Health Care

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The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Mrs. Beryl Naiken as the Secretary of State for Mental Health Care.

Mrs. Naiken holds a Master of Psychotherapy and Counselling from the University of Adelaide and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology from Edith Cowan University. She is currently completing a PhD in Relationship Dynamics.

Mrs. Naiken is an experienced Senior Clinical Psychotherapist and public service executive, with over 28 years of professional experience across psychotherapy, counselling, public sector leadership, and human rights-based practice. Her career spans clinical intervention, crisis management, rehabilitation, community wellbeing, and national-level policy and programme leadership.

Mrs. Naiken has served in several senior leadership roles, including Director General at the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Family, Advisor to the Minister of Family Affairs, and Chief Executive Officer of the Agency for the Prevention of Drug Abuse and Rehabilitation (APDAR). She has also held key clinical and advisory positions within government and non-governmental institutions, contributing significantly to social development, mental health services, and human rights advocacy in Seychelles.

Prior to her appointment, Mrs. Naiken was occupying the post of Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles Human Rights Commission.

Mrs. Naiken’s appointment as Secretary of State for Mental Health Care will take effect on 15th January 2026.

– on behalf of State House Seychelles.

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ORUN Launches Heirs of Greatness in Casablanca, a Pan-African Platform Advancing Cultural Sovereignty

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ORUN, a subsidiary of African Currency Network (https://ORUN.Africa), announces the launch of the first edition of Heirs of Greatness Day, a foundational initiative that brought together key players from the cultural and creative industries (CCI) in Casablanca.

Conceived as a structuring activation, Heirs of Greatness Day is part of the deployment of a strategic platform combining vision, method, and action. The initiative aims to position CCIs as levers for sustainable development, cultural sovereignty, and African soft power.

Held in a continental context marked by the Africa Cup of Nations and heightened international attention on the continent, the event affirms Casablanca as a symbolic crossroads where creation, transmission, and global projection converge.

At the heart of this activation is The Sovereign Code, the foundational methodology developed by ORUN, structured around three complementary pillars: Memory, Structure, and Transmission. Serving as a true reference framework, The Sovereign Code informs all ORUN programs and seeks to transform African cultural heritage into sustainable value-creation systems that are measurable and enduring.

Heirs of Greatness Day gives concrete expression to this methodology by highlighting the seven Houses of Art: Weaving, Foundry, Crochet, Tannery, Dyeing, Ceramics, and Tailoring. Designed as spaces for transmission, experimentation, and structuring, these Houses bring together master artisans, designers, and partners around a shared ambition: to create a dialogue between ancestral know-how and contemporary standards of creativity, quality, and responsibility.

On this occasion, Roméo Moukagny (Gabon, Senegal), Kader Diaby (Ivory Coast), Anil Padia (Kenya), Jennifer Mulli (Kenya), Henri Philippe Maidou (Central African Republic), Sonia Ahmimou (Morocco, France), and Lucette Holland (Senegal, France) presented works and approaches embodying a rigorous vision of African creation, deeply rooted in local territories while fully oriented toward the international stage.

The day’s program was designed as an immersive and narrative experience, blending institutional sequences, artistic installations, editorial exchanges, and symbolic moments. The evening featured the presence of Her Majesty Queen Temitope Morenike Enitan-Ogunwusi, Queen of the Yoruba People in Nigeria; Olivia Yacé, Miss Ivory Coast, Miss World Africa 2022, 2nd Runner-up Miss World 2022 and Miss Universe nominee; as well as singer Singuila, all coming together to celebrate greatness and exemplify the dialogue between cultural heritage, contemporary creation, and international influence..

The Sovereign Code – Build to outlast time

This cultural showcase reflects ORUN’s commitment to anchoring Heirs of Greatness Day in a continuity that goes beyond a single event. It was also the occasion for ORUN to receive ISO 20121 certification, attesting to its commitment to responsible and sustainable event management aligned with international standards.

This sustainability policy aligns with ORUN’s mission, The Sovereign Code (Memory, Structure, Transmission), and the core values guiding its action: Transmission, Responsibility, Inclusion and Equity, Excellence and Rigor, Local Anchoring and Lasting Impact, Integrity and Transparency. These principles structure all of ORUN’s commitments and its relationships with partners and stakeholders.

The initiative also benefited from significant diplomatic and institutional support, highlighting the growing recognition of cultural and creative industries as strategic sectors in Africa’s development trajectories. The presence of personalities from cultural, institutional, and international spheres reinforces the symbolic reach and credibility of this first edition.

Finally, Heirs of Greatness Day is part of an ambitious trajectory led by ORUN toward 2025-2030: structuring cultural sectors, building the capacities of designers and artisans, creating skilled employment, developing local value chains, and promoting African talent on the global stage.

This first edition thus marks the starting point of a movement set to establish a lasting presence in the continent’s cultural and economic ecosystem.

– on behalf of ORUN, part of African Currency Network (ACN).

Press Contacts: 
Christelle Bochet:
christelle.bochet@acn.africa

Lamiaa Bassim:
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About ORUN:
Backed by African Currency Network (ACN) and a member of the Kigali International Financial Centre, ORUN is a Pan-African organization dedicated to structuring cultural and creative industries (CCI) as levers for sustainable development, cultural sovereignty, and soft power for the African continent.

As a true strategic tool serving African economies, ORUN is engaged in transforming territories by showcasing the continent’s talent and know-how. At the crossroads of creation, design, craftsmanship, and transmission, ORUN converts African professions, stories, and talents into sustainable cultural, economic, and symbolic assets capable of generating local value while engaging with strategic partners and international platforms.

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Basic Education Committee Chairperson Wishes Learners Well for Start of New Academic Year

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The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Basic Education, Ms Joy Maimela, wishes learners, teachers, parents and education officials well as public schools reopen today for the 2026 academic year.

The Chairperson noted that the reopening of schools marks an important moment in the country’s education calendar, particularly for learners entering Grade 1 and those in Grade 12. “For Grade 1 learners, this year signals the beginning of a lifelong learning journey, while for Grade 12 learners it represents the final and most critical phase of their schooling. We encourage parents, caregivers and families to support the learning of foundation phase learners from an early stage, as families share responsibility with educators for learners’ development.” The Chairperson further encouraged the Class of 2026 to approach the year with discipline, resilience and determination.

The committee, however, remains concerned about ongoing challenges that may affect teaching and learning in KwaZulu-Natal. “We have noted worrying reports of delays and gaps in the delivery of learner teacher support material (LTSM) to no-fee-paying schools. This needs urgent attention to ensure that learning is not compromised from the start of the academic year.” She said the province performed exceptionally well in the 2025 National Senior Certificate examination by achieving the highest overall performance despite existing challenges. “We want to see KwaZulu-Natal continue on this positive trajectory.”

The committee is also concerned by reports that some schools in parts of Limpopo are unable to reopen due to damage caused by recent flooding. Ms Maimela called on the Department of Basic Education and provincial authorities to act promptly to support affected schools in the two districts and to put in place contingency measures to safeguard learners’ right to education. “The committee intends to visit education districts in this province later this month, where it will be able to assess the measures put in place,” the Chairperson said.

The committee expressed concerns about the persistent challenge related to learner placements, particularly in provinces such as Gauteng and the Western Cape, where many learners remain without confirmed school placements at the start of the academic year. The Chairperson noted that urgent intervention is needed to ensure that all unplaced learners are accommodated without further disruption to their schooling.

Ms Maimela emphasised that every learner has a constitutional right to basic education. “No child should be excluded due to administrative delays, infrastructure shortages or inadequate planning.” She called on provincial education departments to strengthen coordination, improve admissions systems and ensure that temporary or alternative placements are implemented where necessary.

“The committee will continue to exercise oversight to ensure that all learners are provided with safe, functional schools and the necessary resources to succeed in 2026,” Ms Maimela said.

– on behalf of Republic of South Africa: The Parliament.

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ORUN lance Heirs of Greatness à Casablanca, une plateforme panafricaine structurante au service de la souveraineté culturelle

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Orun, filiale d’African Currency Network (https://ORUN.Africa), annonce le lancement de la première édition de Heirs of Greatness Day, une initiative fondatrice ayant réuni à Casablanca des acteurs clés des industries culturelles et créatives (ICC).

Pensé comme une activation structurante, Heirs of Greatness Day s’inscrit dans le déploiement d’une plateforme stratégique articulant vision, méthode et action. L’initiative vise à positionner les ICC comme des leviers de développement durable, de souveraineté culturelle et de soft power africain.

Organisé dans un contexte continental marqué par la Coupe d’Afrique des Nations et par une attention internationale accrue portée au continent, l’événement affirme Casablanca comme un carrefour symbolique où se rencontrent création, transmission et projection internationale.

Au cœur de cette activation se trouve The Sovereign Code, la méthode fondatrice développée par ORUN, structurée autour de trois piliers complémentaires : Mémoire, Structure et Transmission. Véritable cadre de référence, The Sovereign Code irrigue l’ensemble des programmes d’ORUN et vise à transformer l’héritage culturel africain en systèmes durables de création de valeur, mesurables et inscrits dans le temps long.

Heirs of Greatness Day donne une expression concrète à cette méthode à travers la mise en lumière des sept Maisons d’Art : Tissage, Fonderie, Crochet, Tannerie, Teinture, Céramique et Couture. Conçues comme des espaces de transmission, d’expérimentation et de structuration, ces Maisons réunissent maîtres artisans, designers et partenaires autour d’une ambition commune : faire dialoguer les savoir-faire ancestraux avec les exigences contemporaines de création, de qualité et de responsabilité.

À cette occasion, Roméo Moukagny (Gabon, Sénégal), Kader Diaby (Côte d’Ivoire), Anil Padia (Kenya), Jennifer Mulli (Kenya), Henri Philippe Maidou (République centrafricaine), Sonia Ahmimou (Maroc, France) et Lucette Holland (Sénégal, France) ont présenté des œuvres et des démarches incarnant une vision exigeante de la création africaine, profondément ancrée dans les territoires et résolument tournée vers l’international.

La programmation de la journée a été pensée comme une expérience immersive et narrative, mêlant séquences institutionnelles, dispositifs artistiques, échanges éditoriaux et temps symboliques. La soirée a notamment été marquée par la présence de Sa Majesté la Reine Temitope Morenike Enitan-Ogunwusi, Reine du Peuple Yoruba au Nigeria, d’Olivia Yacé, Miss Côte d’Ivoire, Miss World Africa 2022, deuxième Dauphine Miss Monde 2022 et nominée Miss Univers, ainsi que du chanteur Singuila, venus célébrer la grandeur et incarner le dialogue entre héritage culturel, création contemporaine et rayonnement international.

The Sovereign Code – Build to outlast time

Ce tableau culturel traduit la volonté de Orun d’inscrire Heirs of Greatness Day dans une dynamique de continuité, au-delà d’un temps événementiel ponctuel. Elle a également été l’occasion pour Orun de recevoir la certification ISO 20121, attestant de son engagement en faveur d’un événementiel responsable et durable, aligné avec les standards internationaux.

Cette politique de durabilité s’inscrit dans la continuité de la mission de Orun, de The Sovereign Code (Mémoire, Structure, Transmission) et des valeurs fondamentales qui guident son action : Transmission, Responsabilité, Inclusion et équité, Excellence et exigence, Ancrage local et impact durable, Intégrité et transparence. Ces principes structurent l’ensemble des engagements de l’organisation et ses relations avec ses partenaires et parties prenantes.

L’initiative a par ailleurs bénéficié d’un soutien diplomatique et institutionnel significatif, soulignant la reconnaissance croissante des industries culturelles et créatives comme secteurs stratégiques des trajectoires de développement africaines. La présence de personnalités issues des sphères culturelles, institutionnelles et internationales renforce la portée symbolique et la crédibilité de cette première édition.

Enfin, Heirs of Greatness Day s’inscrit dans une trajectoire ambitieuse portée par Orun à l’horizon 2025-2030 : structuration de filières culturelles, montée en compétence des designers et artisans, création d’emplois qualifiés, développement de chaînes de valeur locales et rayonnement international des talents africains.
Cette première édition marque ainsi le point de départ d’un mouvement appelé à s’inscrire durablement dans l’écosystème culturel et économique du continent.

Distribué par APO Group pour ORUN, part of African Currency Network (ACN).

Contacts presse : 
Christelle Bochet :
christelle.bochet@acn.africa

Lamiaa Bassim :
lamiaabassim@gmail.com

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À propos de Orun :
Portée par Africa Currency Network (ACN) et membre du Kigali International Financial Centre, Orun est une organisation panafricaine dédiée à la structuration des industries culturelles et créatives (ICC) comme leviers de développement durable, de souveraineté culturelle et de soft power pour le continent africain.

Véritable outil stratégique au service des économies africaines, Orun s’inscrit dans une dynamique de transformation des territoires en valorisant les talents et les savoir-faire du continent. À la croisée de la création, du design, de l’artisanat et de la transmission, Orun transforme les métiers, les récits et les talents africains en actifs culturels, économiques et symboliques durables, capables de générer de la valeur localement tout en dialoguant avec des partenaires stratégiques et les scènes internationales.

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President El-Sisi Receives United States (U.S.) Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs

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Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received U.S. Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs Massad Boulos. The meeting was attended by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates Dr. Badr Abdel-Atty, Head of the General Intelligence Services Major General Hassan Rashad, Deputy Chief of Mission at the US Embassy in Egypt Evyenia Sidereas and U.S. Embassy Political Counselor Nathaniel Turner.

The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, stated that Mr. Boulos conveyed to President El-Sisi the greetings and appreciation of US President Donald Trump. The President expressed his appreciation and confirmed the significance of the strategic cooperation between Egypt and the United States. The President also asked that his greetings be conveyed to President Trump.

The meeting addressed ways to advance and strengthen relations between Egypt and the United States. President El-Sisi stressed the importance of building on the momentum that the strategic bilateral relations have gained in the past period in order to elevate joint cooperation in various fields and achieve the interests of both sides. The meeting emphasized the importance of holding the second edition of the Egyptian-American Economic Forum 2026, as well as the need to increase consultation and coordination between the two countries on various regional issues, most notably the situation in Sudan, Libya and the Horn of Africa, in order to achieve stability in the region.

The meeting reviewed a number of regional issues of mutual interest, particularly the developments in Sudan. President El-Sisi expressed his appreciation for the U.S. President’s keenness to ending the war in Sudan. The President highlighted Egypt’s support for all regional and international efforts aimed at achieving security and stability in Sudan. The President reaffirmed Egypt’s steadfast stance in supporting Sudan’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. The President also reiterated Egypt’s absolute rejection of any attempts to undermine Sudan’s security and stability. The President emphasized that Egypt will not allow such actions, given the deep connection between the national security of both brotherly countries.

The discussions also touched on the situation in a number of countries in the region. Both sides reached a consensus on the necessity to de-escalate tensions and boost joint efforts to find political solutions to the various crises affecting the region. These efforts aim to strengthen regional peace and stability, preserve the sovereignty of countries, maintain the unity of their territories, and protect the resources of their peoples.

In a related context, the issue of water was also addressed. The President stressed that Egypt’s water security is a matter of existential importance and a top priority for Egypt, as it is directly linked to Egypt’s national security.

For his part, Mr. Boulos expressed his appreciation for meeting with President El-Sisi and lauded Egypt’s role in promoting regional peace and security. He also valued the ongoing cooperation and coordination between Egypt and the United States on a number of regional files of mutual concern, aimed at de-escalating tensions and achieving stability in the region.

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

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W Cape encourages safe driving practices as schools reopen

Source: Government of South Africa

W Cape encourages safe driving practices as schools reopen

As schools reopen and daily travel routines return, the Western Cape Mobility Department has encouraged drivers to plan their journeys, drive responsibly, buckle up, adhere to speed limits, and stay vigilant on the roads. 

Today marks the start of the 2026 academic year across all provinces, with schools welcoming back thousands of students.

“By looking out for one another and prioritising the safety of vulnerable road users, we can prevent further loss of life and ensure that Western Cape roads are safer for all road users,” said Chief Director Traffic Management, Maxine Bezuidenhout. 

According to the provincial department, the Western Cape has recorded a notable reduction in weekly road fatalities compared to the previous week.

For the period 5 to 11 January 2026, the province recorded a total of 11 fatal crashes resulting in 12 fatalities on the province’s roads. 

This reflects a significant decrease from the 25 fatalities recorded between 29 December 2025 and 4 January 2026.

Of the 12 lives lost during the most recent reporting period, eight were pedestrians, two motorcyclists and two drivers, highlighting the continued vulnerability of those who are most exposed on our road network.

During 5 to 11 January, Provincial Traffic Services implemented 240 integrated roadblocks, vehicle checkpoints and speed control operations across the province. 

More than 51 000 vehicles were stopped and checked, resulting in over 15 000 fines issued for a range of traffic violations related to driver behaviour and vehicle fitness. 

According to the statement, 79 motorists were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, highlighting the ongoing risks posed by reckless and irresponsible driving.

The department believes that the reduction in fatalities is attributed to the sustained visibility, commitment and hard work of traffic officers as holiday travel volumes begin to ease and residents return home.

Western Cape MEC for Mobility Isaac Sileku welcomed the improvement but cautioned against becoming complacent.

“The reduction in fatalities over the past week is encouraging and demonstrates the impact of sustained and visible enforcement on our roads. However, the loss of 12 lives remains deeply tragic and unacceptable. Every fatality represents a family and a community left grieving, and this must continue to drive our collective commitment to road safety,” said Sileku.

Bezuidenhout reiterated the importance of responsible road use, particularly as the province prepares for the return to full productivity and the reopening of schools. 

“Our officers will maintain a strong presence on key routes. We urge motorists to obey the rules of the road, remain patient, and be especially mindful of vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists, who account for a significant portion of fatalities,” said Bezuidenhout.

While the decline in fatalities over the past week is a positive development, the Western Cape reminds all road users that one life lost is one too many. – SAnews.gov.za
 

 

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W Cape school achieves 100% matric pass rate, up from 40.4% in 2019

Source: Government of South Africa

W Cape school achieves 100% matric pass rate, up from 40.4% in 2019

Western Cape MEC for Education, David Maynier, has praised Silikamva High School for achieving a remarkable 100% matric pass rate this year – a significant improvement from its past performance, which saw a matric pass rate of only 40.4% in 2019.

Yesterday, the province celebrated the release of the individual results for the Class of 2025 at Silikamva in Hout Bay, highlighting the school’s exceptional achievements this year.

According to the Western Cape Education Department (WCED), Silikamva is a Quintile 3 no-fee school that was established in 2013. 

Given its history of challenges, this year’s results mark a notable turnaround for the school.

To improve the school’s culture, the management team decided to invest in collaboration with their partner, Common Good.

Common Good is a development organisation driving grassroots transformation in South Africa through partnerships with churches, non-government organisations (NGO), and government.

“Their decision to focus on continuous improvement, personal growth, discipline, motivating learners and staff, and building relationships with parents and the surrounding community has paid off.

“For the first time since the school was founded, the matric Class of 2025 achieved a matric pass rate of 100%,” the statement read. 

In addition, the school achieved an impressive Bachelor’s pass rate of 76%, which the provincial department views as a clear indicator of its commitment to the quality of matriculation passes. 

This focus opens up greater opportunities for their graduating learners.

The candidates from the school earned 75 subject distinctions, and they achieved a remarkable 100% pass rate in eight subjects, including Physical Science.

Principal Siphathisiwe Nkahla-Nkohla said the school’s results reflect the strong academic culture they have developed.

“The use of data to improve results, the commitment of our educators and the support of parents and our school operating partner, Common Good.

“We are proud of what has been achieved, and we look forward to our matriculating learners using this solid foundation to access further education, meaningful opportunities, and to become responsible, contributing citizens in the future,” Nkahla-Nkohla said. 

District results

The department has reported that two districts in the province achieved pass rates exceeding 90% in 2025.

The Overberg Education District leads with an impressive 92.4% pass rate, making it the third-highest district pass rate in the country, along with a Bachelor’s pass rate of 49.5%.

Following closely, the Metro East Education District secured the second spot, boasting a commendable matric pass rate of 90.2% and a Bachelor’s pass rate of 50.2%.

Additionally, all six remaining districts recorded pass rates above 80% this year.

“Across districts, the number of underperforming public ordinary schools with pass rates of 60% or below has declined even further this year, from five schools in 2024 to just two in 2025. We will support these schools over the coming year to ensure that their pass rates improve.” 

Quintile results

The department reported that the province is experiencing improvements across no-fee school quintiles, with all quintiles increasing their pass rates and achieving a pass rate above 80%.

Quintile 1 achieved a matric pass rate of 82.0% and a Bachelor’s pass rate of 36.1%. 

Quintile 2 schools also saw an increase this year, reaching a matric pass rate of 85.5% and a Bachelor’s pass rate of 38.2%. 

Quintile 3 schools recorded a rise in their performance, achieving a matric pass rate of 84.3% and a Bachelor’s pass rate of 38.9%.

The matric pass rates for Quintile 2 and Quintile 3 schools have surpassed the pass rate for Quintile 4, which stands at 83.7%.

“More importantly, the Bachelor’s pass rates for Quintiles 1, 2 and 3 all exceed that of Quintile 4 at 34.4%, demonstrating that our no-fee schools are rapidly catching up in terms of quality of matric passes.” 

Re-marks, re-checks, and June exams

The provincial department is encouraging all learners who did not pass their exams not to give up and to continue doing their best to complete Grade 12.

They can apply for a re-mark or re-check if they do not feel their results reflect their performance or write the exams in June.

More information on these options is available on the WCED website: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/education/national-senior-certificate-nsc-exams. 

Counselling support is available for matriculants who are disappointed with their results. 

They can approach their school, which will connect them with the relevant officials in the district offices. Alternatively, they can call the Safe Schools Hotline at 0800 45 46 47 for assistance.

Candidates can collect their results from their schools and on the WCED website from 10 am on 13 January 2026: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/education/exams. – SAnews.gov.za

 

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APO Group Partners with Kenyan Trend to Bring Pan-African News Content to East African audiences

Source: APO

APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), the leading multi-award-winning, pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service, is pleased to announce a strategic content partnership with Kenyan Trend (https://KenyanTrend.com/), a fast-growing digital news platform known for its strong focus on Kenyan and regional stories.

The agreement will see all press releases distributed by APO Group – including text, images, video, and audio – automatically published on Kenyan Trend, giving its audience direct access to high-quality, authoritative content from across the continent and beyond.

Kenyan Trend provides daily coverage of breaking news, politics, business, community affairs, lifestyle, entertainment, and emerging issues shaping the region. With a growing readership and a commitment to accessible, credible reporting, the platform has established itself as a trusted source for Kenyan audiences.

By joining APO Group’s partner ecosystem, which includes more than 300 media organisations across Africa and globally, Kenyan Trend will:

  • receive a continuous feed of premium, pan-African news content across key sectors;
  • strengthen its editorial offering with multimedia-rich content that enhances engagement and readership; and
  • benefit from increased visibility facilitated by Africa’s leading press release distribution service.

Astone Lukoye Keya, Senior Editor at Kenyan Trend, said: “We are excited to partner with APO Group, a respected organisation that shares our commitment to credible, impactful journalism. This collaboration enables us to serve our readers even better by expanding the depth and diversity of our news coverage. It is an important step in strengthening our platform and connecting our audience to stories shaping Kenya and the wider continent.”

“This partnership supports both organisations’ shared objective to promote accurate, timely, and meaningful African news. APO Group’s access to prominent African and international media outlets translates into greater visibility, credibility, and impact for our clients and partners, enabling their content to reach a broader audience. We’re proud to support Kenyan Trend in sharing Africa’s positive stories,” added Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, Founder and Chairman of APO Group.

This collaboration marks another step toward building a more connected African media landscape where local voices are elevated, quality journalism is prioritised, and African stories are distributed widely, reliably, and at scale.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of APO Group.

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Kenyan Trend Media Contacts: 
Name: Astone Lukoye Keya
Position: Senior Editor
Email: astonlukoye@gmail.com
Phone: +254790851519

About APO Group: 
Founded in 2007, APO Group (www.APO-opa.com) is the leading award-winning pan-African communications consultancy and press release distribution service. Renowned for our deep-rooted African expertise and expansive global perspective, we specialise in elevating the reputation and brand equity of private and public organisations across Africa. As a trusted partner, our mission is to harness the power of media, crafting bespoke strategies that drive tangible, measurable impact both on the continent and globally.   

Our commitment to excellence and innovation has been recognised with multiple prestigious awards, including a PRovoke Media Global SABRE Award and multiple PRovoke Media Africa SABRE Awards. In 2023, we were named the Leading Public Relations Firm Africa and the Leading Pan-African Communications Consultancy Africa in the World Business Outlook Awards, and the Best Public Relations and Media Consultancy of the Year South Africa in 2024 in the same awards. In 2025, Brands Review Magazine acknowledged us as the Leading Communications Consultancy in Africa for the second consecutive year. They also named us the Best PR Agency and the Leading Press Release Distribution Platform in Africa in 2024. Additionally, in 2025, we were honoured with the Gold distinction for Best PR Campaign and Bronze in the Special Event category at the Davos Communications Awards. 

APO Group’s esteemed clientele, which includes global giants such as Canon, Nestlé, Western Union, the UNDP, Network International, African Energy Chamber, Mercy Ships, Marriott, Africa’s Business Heroes, and Liquid Intelligent Technologies, reflects our unparalleled ability to navigate the complex African media landscape. With a multicultural team across Africa, we offer unmatched, truly pan-African insights, expertise, and reach across the continent. APO Group is dedicated to reshaping narratives about Africa, challenging stereotypes, and bringing inspiring African stories to global audiences, with our expertise in developing and supporting public relations campaigns worldwide uniquely positioning us to amplify brand messaging, enhance reputations, and connect effectively with target audiences.  

About Kenyan Trend:
Kenyan Trend is a fast-growing digital news and entertainment platform delivering timely, accurate, and engaging stories from Kenya and beyond. Focused on trending topics, lifestyle, entertainment, business, sports, and breaking news, Kenyan Trend provides readers with reliable updates in real time. With a commitment to clarity, credibility, and impactful storytelling, Kenyan Trend continues to shape conversations and connect audiences across the digital space.

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APO Group entre en partenariat avec Kenyan Trend pour proposer du contenu d’actualités panafricaines aux audiences d’Afrique de l’Est

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

APO Group (www.APO-opa.com), le leader panafricain multiprimé du conseil en communication et de la distribution de communiqués de presse, a le plaisir d’annoncer un partenariat de contenu stratégique avec Kenyan Trend (https://KenyanTrend.com/), une plateforme d’information numérique en pleine croissance reconnue pour sa couverture des actualités kenyanes et régionales.

L’accord verra tous les communiqués de presse distribués par APO Group (texte, images, vidéo et audio), automatiquement publiés sur Kenyan Trend, donnant à son public un accès direct à un contenu de haute qualité et faisant autorité à travers le continent et au-delà.

Kenyan Trend fournit une couverture quotidienne de l’actualité, de la politique, du monde de l’entreprise, des affaires communautaires, du lifestyle, du divertissement et des préoccupations émergentes qui façonnent la région. Avec un lectorat croissant et un engagement en faveur de rapports accessibles et crédibles, la plateforme s’est imposée comme une source fiable pour le public kényan.

En rejoignant l’écosystème de partenaires d’APO Group, qui comprend plus de 300 organisations de médias en Afrique et dans le monde, Kenyan Trend :

  • recevra un flux continu de contenus d’informations panafricaines de qualité dans les secteurs clés ;
  • renforcera son offre éditoriale avec un contenu multimédia qui améliore l’engagement et le lectorat ; et
  • bénéficiera d’une visibilité accrue assurée par le principal service de distribution de communiqués de presse en Afrique.

Astone Lukoye Keya, rédacteur en chef de Kenyan Trend, déclare : « Nous sommes ravis de nous associer à APO Group, un acteur de renom qui partage notre engagement en faveur d’un journalisme crédible et à fort impact. Cette collaboration nous permet de mieux servir nos lecteurs en approfondissant et en diversifiant notre couverture médiatique. Il s’agit d’une étape importante dans le renforcement de notre plateforme et dans la diffusion de récits qui façonnent le Kenya et le continent au sens large ».

« Ce partenariat soutient l’objectif commun des deux organisations de promouvoir des informations africaines exactes, rapides et pertinentes. L’accès d’APO Group à des médias africains et internationaux de premier plan se traduit par une visibilité, une crédibilité et un impact accrus pour nos clients et partenaires, ce qui permet à leur contenu de toucher un public plus large. Nous sommes fiers d’aider Kenyan Trend à diffuser une narration positive de l’Afrique », ajoute Nicolas Pompigne-Mognard, fondateur et président du conseil d’APO Group.

Cette collaboration marque une nouvelle étape vers la construction d’un écosystème médiatique africain plus connecté dans lequel les voix locales sont amplifiées, le journalisme de qualité est mis à l’honneur et les récits africains sont distribués de manière fiable et à grande échelle.

Distribué par APO Group pour APO Group.

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À propos d’APO Group : 
Fondé en 2007, APO Group (www.APO-opa.com) est le leader panafricain du conseil en communication et de la distribution de communiqués de presse. Réputés pour notre expertise africaine profondément enracinée et notre perspective globale, nous sommes spécialisés dans l’optimisation de la réputation et de la valeur de la marque des organisations privées et publiques à travers l’Afrique. En tant que partenaire de confiance, notre mission est d’exploiter le pouvoir des médias, en élaborant des stratégies sur mesure qui ont un impact tangible et mesurable en Afrique et au-delà.

Notre engagement en faveur de l’excellence et de l’innovation a été récompensé par des prix prestigieux, notamment un PRovoke Media Global SABRE Award et plusieurs PRovoke Media Africa SABRE Awards. Nous avons été nommés Leading Public Relations Firm Africa et Leading Pan-African Communications Consultancy Africa en 2023, et Best Public Relations and Media Consultancy of the Year South Africa en 2024 et en 2025, lors des World Business Outlook Awards. En 2025, Brands Review Magazine nous a reconnus en tant que Leading Communications Consultancy in Africa pour la seconde année consécutive. Le magazine nous a également nommé Best PR Agency et Leading Press Release Distribution Platform in Africa en 2024. En 2025, nous avons reçu la médaille d’or de la meilleure campagne RP et la médaille de bronze des événements hors catégorie aux Davos Communications Awards.

La clientèle estimée d’APO Group, qui comprend des géants mondiaux tels que Canon, Nestlé, Western Union, le PNUD, Network International, African Energy Chamber, Mercy Ships, Marriott, Africa’s Business Heroes et Liquid Intelligent Technologies, reflète notre capacité inégalée à évoluer dans l’écosystème médiatique africain complexe. Avec une équipe multiculturelle à travers l’Afrique, nous offrons des perspectives et une portée inégalées à travers le continent. APO Group se consacre à la refonte de la narration sur l’Afrique, à la remise en question des stéréotypes et à la présentation de récits africains inspirants à un public mondial. Notre expertise dans l’élaboration et l’accompagnement de campagnes de relations publiques dans le monde entier nous permet d’amplifier les messages des marques, de renforcer les réputations et d’établir un lien pertinent avec les publics cibles.

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Le Groupe de coordination arabe et le Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement lancent un partenariat stratégique structuré pour accroître le cofinancement et l’investissement en Afrique

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French


  • Une réunion de consultation de haut niveau réunit les chefs du Groupe de coordination arabe et du Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement à Abidjan.
  • Une déclaration commune a été adoptée pour renforcer le partenariat en faveur de la transformation économique de l’Afrique.

Le Groupe de coordination arabe (ACG) et le Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement (www.AfDB.org) ont lancé, à Abidjan, une nouvelle phase de leur partenariat visant à accroître le cofinancement, à mobiliser des capitaux privés et à accélérer la transformation économique de l’Afrique.

La réunion de consultation de haut niveau, qui s’est tenue au siège de la Banque africaine de développement, a permis d’établir une plateforme commune pour passer d’une coopération fragmentée à un co-investissement programmatique à grande échelle aligné sur les priorités de développement économique du continent.

La consultation se déroule au moment où l’Afrique est confrontée à un déficit croissant de financement du développement et à un besoin urgent de mobiliser des capitaux à grande échelle pour l’accès à l’énergie, la résilience climatique, la sécurité alimentaire, l’intégration régionale et la croissance tirée par le secteur privé.

Cette consultation reflète également l’ambition collective des membres de l’ACG de renforcer leur engagement avec l’Afrique, déployé de manière plus coordonnée et plus catalytique.

De la coopération au co-investissement à grande échelle

Les discussions ont porté sur la manière dont l’ACG et la Banque africaine de développement pouvaient conjointement ancrer le cofinancement arabo-africain (en combinant leurs bilans respectifs, leurs capacités de financement à long terme et anticyclique, leur expertise sectorielle et leurs plateformes nationales) pour mobiliser des investissements publics et privés plus importants et mieux coordonnés afin de soutenir les priorités d’investissement en matière de développement de l’Afrique. Les participants ont exploré des pistes concrètes pour améliorer la préparation conjointe des projets, harmoniser les approches de financement, renforcer le dialogue politique, exploiter les avantages comparatifs et soutenir les programmes de développement menés par les pays, tout en veillant à ce que les investissements produisent un impact mesurable et une résilience à long terme.

La consultation s’inscrivait également dans le cadre du programme de la Banque africaine de développement visant à renforcer la souveraineté financière de l’Afrique grâce à une Nouvelle architecture financière africaine (NAFA), destinée à mieux intégrer les institutions de financement du développement, les fournisseurs de garanties, les assureurs, les marchés de capitaux et les investisseurs privés.

La Déclaration commune fixe le cadre du suivi

La réunion de consultation de haut niveau a abouti à l’adoption d’une Déclaration commune sur un partenariat stratégique entre l’ACG et le Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement (https://apo-opa.co/4qMUnoE). La Déclaration articule une vision politique partagée et la traduit en orientations opérationnelles, définissant clairement les domaines prioritaires de coopération. Elle établit également les principes des mécanismes de suivi institutionnels qui guideront la prochaine phase du partenariat arabo-africain. 

S’agissant de la prochaine étape pratique, la Déclaration prévoit l’élaboration d’un cadre de financement et de partenariat opérationnel, à envisager en 2026, qui définira les modalités de cofinancement, de coordination des pipelines, de confiance mutuelle et de programmation conjointe régulière. Elle reconnaît également le rôle central du Fonds africain de développement (le guichet de financement concessionnel du Groupe de la Banque) dans le soutien aux pays à faible revenu et fragiles. La Déclaration appelle également à explorer une collaboration plus étroite entre les institutions de l’ACG et le Fonds.

Distribué par APO Group pour African Development Bank Group (AfDB).

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À propos du Groupe de coordination arabe (ACG) :
Le Groupe de coordination arabe (ACG) est une alliance stratégique qui apporte une réponse coordonnée au financement du développement. Depuis sa création en 1975, l’ACG a joué un rôle déterminant dans le développement des économies et des communautés pour un avenir meilleur, en octroyant plus de 13 000 prêts de développement à plus de 160 pays dans le monde. L’ACG œuvre dans le monde entier pour soutenir les pays en développement et créer un impact positif durable. L’ACG est considéré comme l’un des partenariats de développement les plus importants et les plus efficaces au niveau international. Le Groupe travaille activement à l’adoption des meilleures pratiques mondiales en matière de développement durable. Il vise également à aligner les efforts de ces institutions afin de parvenir à une convergence et à une harmonisation des politiques régissant leurs opérations de financement.

L’ACG comprend dix institutions nationales, régionales et internationales arabes, dont le Fonds d’Abu Dhabi pour le développement, la Banque arabe pour le développement économique en Afrique, le Fonds arabe pour le développement économique et social, le Programme arabe du Golfe pour le développement, le Fonds monétaire arabe, la Banque islamique de développement, le Fonds koweïtien pour le développement économique arabe, le Fonds de l’OPEP pour le développement international, le Fonds du Qatar pour le développement et le Fonds saoudien pour le développement.

Pour en savoir plus : https://TheACG.org

À propos du Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement :
Le Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement est la première institution de financement du développement en Afrique. Il comprend trois entités distinctes : la Banque africaine de développement, le Fonds africain de développement et le Fonds spécial du Nigéria. Présente dans 44 pays africains et disposant d’un bureau de représentation extérieure au Japon, le Groupe de la Banque contribue au développement économique et au progrès social de ses 54 pays membres régionaux.  

Plus d’informations : www.AfDB.org