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Oando Joins African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 as Emerald Sponsor as Firm Reports 10% Profit Rise

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Nigerian oil and gas company Oando Energy has joined African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 as an Emerald Sponsor with compelling financial momentum after reporting a 10% year‑on‑year rise in profit after tax to ₦241.3 billion in profit for the full year 2025.

Driven by stronger upstream performance, expanded crude and gas liftings and increased gas sales volumes, this performance is a clear indicator of operational resilience and strategic focus in a challenging macro environment. This sets the stage for Oando Energy’s role at AEW 2026, where Africa’s leading policymakers, operators and investors will meet in Cape Town from 12–16 October 2026 to accelerate deal‑making and project delivery in the continent’s energy sector. 

Oando Energy is deeply engaged across Nigeria’s hydrocarbon value chain and beyond, with diversified upstream and energy services operations. In March 2026, Oando signed a Production Sharing Contract for Block KON‑13 in Angola’s onshore Kwanza Basin, securing a 45 % operated interest and further diversifying its upstream footprint outside Nigeria. This block, with estimated prospective resources between 770 million and 1.1 billion barrels of oil, positions Oando as one of the few indigenous African operators with active upstream assets across multiple jurisdictions.

Additionally, its upstream subsidiary, Oando Energy Resources, holds interests in more than 14 oil and gas assets across Nigeria and São Tomé and Príncipe and manages over 22,400 km² of gross acreage, supported by a pipeline network of 1,255 km, 14 flow stations and gas processing capacity in excess of 3.6 billion standard cubic feet per day. The company’s disciplined capital allocation and operational excellence have driven production growth in 2025, with upstream volumes averaging 32,482 barrels per day. These gains reflect the full-year consolidation of the NAOC Joint Venture assets.

Beyond its core hydrocarbon operations, Oando Group continues to broaden its energy portfolio with plans for a 1.2 GW solar PV module assembly plant in Nigeria, including a recycling line aimed at enhancing local renewable energy manufacturing capacity and circular economy outcomes. Oando has also collaborated with Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency on solar deployment initiatives designed to expand access to clean energy in underserved regions, reinforcing its role as a multidimensional energy player committed to long‑term development impact. 

“Oando Energy’s commitment as an Emerald Sponsor at African Energy Week 2026 reflects our conviction that Africa’s energy future will be defined not just by resource potential, but by companies that deliver operational excellence, drive cross‑border growth and unlock value at scale. Oando stands ready to partner with governments, investors and industry leaders to accelerate projects, deepen regional integration and deliver energy solutions that power African prosperity,” said NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber.

Oando Energy’s Emerald Sponsorship at AEW 2026 underscores the company’s belief in Africa’s energy investment trajectory. Through this partnership, Oando is set to enhance its visibility among key decision‑makers, foster new capital and contribute to dialogues on how indigenous energy companies can lead execution, commercialization and sector transformation across the continent.

– on behalf of African Energy Chamber.

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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Invests in Dhamana Guarantee Company to Catalyse Local Currency Infrastructure Financing in East Africa

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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, today announced its equity investment in Dhamana Guarantee Company Limited (“Dhamana”), a credit enhancement facility established to unlock long-term, local-currency financing for infrastructure projects across East Africa. The investment forms part of AFC’s approved commitment of up to US$20 million in capital, with an initial tranche of US$10 million in Dhamana’s core capital.

Dhamana is designed to provide guarantees that enable infrastructure developers access domestic debt capital markets – particularly pension funds and institutional investors – on improved terms, while also supporting financial institutions to deepen financial inclusion. Dhamana’s operating model builds on the successful framework already implemented by similar Credit Enhancement Facilities in West Africa, notably InfraCredit Nigeria, where AFC is a founding shareholder.

Commenting on the investment, Banji Fehintola, Executive Board Member and Head of Financial Services at Africa Finance Corporation, said:

“Dhamana represents a strategic opportunity to deepen domestic capital markets in East Africa by linking long-term institutional savings to bankable infrastructure investments. Building on our experience with InfraCredit in Nigeria, AFC is pleased to support the establishment of another credit enhancement facility focused on East Africa that will help unlock local-currency financing, strengthen investor confidence, and accelerate infrastructure delivery across the region.”

Also commenting on the investment, Christopher Olobo, Chief Executive Officer of Dhamana Guarantee Company, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Africa Finance Corporation as a shareholder in Dhamana. AFC’s investment marks a major institutional endorsement of our mandate to unlock long‑term, local currency financing for infrastructure and priority sectors across East Africa. Drawing on AFC’s deep experience with credit enhancement platforms such as InfraCredit Nigeria, this partnership strengthens our capital base, governance and strategic capability as we scale our guarantee operations. We look forward to working closely with AFC to mobilise domestic institutional capital, deepen local debt markets, and deliver transactions that combine strong risk discipline with measurable developmental impact.”

Dhamana is backed by a strong consortium of development partners and institutional investors, with AFC expected to play an active role in governance and strategic oversight. The Company’s pipeline spans multiple infrastructure sectors across East Africa, with a focus on transactions that deliver measurable developmental impact while meeting strong risk management and governance standards.

The investment aligns with AFC’s broader strategy to support credit enhancement facilities across Africa, recognising their role in mobilising domestic capital, deepening local debt markets, and improving the financial sustainability of infrastructure projects.

– on behalf of Africa Finance Corporation (AFC).

Transaction and Media Enquiries:
Samson Vese
Vice President, Financial Services
Africa Finance Corporation
Mobile: + 234 813 875 6347
Email: samson.vese@africafc.org

Sophia Sule
Senior Associate, Financial Services
Africa Finance Corporation
Mobile: + 234 906 298 1492
Email: sophia.sule@africafc.org

Yewande Thorpe
Communications
Africa Finance Corporation
Mobile: +234 1 279 9654
Email: yewande.thorpe@africafc.org

About AFC:
Africa Finance Corporation was established in 2007 to be the catalyst for private sector led infrastructure investment across Africa. AFC’s approach combines specialist industry expertise with a focus on financial and technical advisory, project structuring, project development, and risk capital to address Africa’s infrastructure needs and drive sustainable economic growth.

Eighteen years on, AFC has developed a track record as the partner of choice in Africa for investing and delivering on instrumental, high-quality infrastructure assets that provide essential services in the core infrastructure sectors of energy, natural resources, heavy industry, transport, and telecommunications. AFC has 48 member countries and has invested over US$19 billion in 36 African countries since its inception.

www.AfricaFC.org

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A Oando junta-se à African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 como Patrocinadora Esmeralda, numa altura em que a empresa regista um aumento de 10% nos lucros

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A empresa nigeriana de petróleo e gás Oando Energy juntou-se à African Energy Week (AEW) 2026 como Patrocinadora Esmeralda, com um impulso financeiro convincente após ter registado um aumento de 10% ano a ano no lucro após impostos, atingindo 241,3 mil milhões de nairas em lucros para o ano completo de 2025.

Impulsionado por um desempenho mais forte na área de upstream, pelo aumento das extrações de petróleo bruto e gás e pelo aumento dos volumes de vendas de gás, este desempenho é um indicador claro da resiliência operacional e do foco estratégico num ambiente macroeconómico desafiante. Isto prepara o terreno para o papel da Oando Energy na AEW 2026, onde os principais decisores políticos, operadores e investidores de África se reunirão na Cidade do Cabo, de 12 a 16 de outubro de 2026, para acelerar a celebração de acordos e a concretização de projetos no setor energético do continente.

A Oando Energy está profundamente envolvida em toda a cadeia de valor dos hidrocarbonetos da Nigéria e além, com operações diversificadas a montante e de serviços energéticos. Em março de 2026, a Oando assinou um Contrato de Partilha de Produção para o Bloco KON-13 na Bacia do Cuanza, em terra firme, em Angola, garantindo uma participação operacional de 45% e diversificando ainda mais a sua presença a montante fora da Nigéria. Este bloco, com recursos prospectivos estimados entre 770 milhões e 1,1 mil milhões de barris de petróleo, posiciona a Oando como uma das poucas operadoras africanas locais com ativos de upstream ativos em várias jurisdições.

Além disso, a sua subsidiária de upstream, a Oando Energy Resources, detém participações em mais de 14 ativos de petróleo e gás na Nigéria e em São Tomé e Príncipe e gere mais de 22 400 km² de área bruta, apoiada por uma rede de gasodutos de 1255 km, 14 estações de fluxo e uma capacidade de processamento de gás superior a 3,6 mil milhões de pés cúbicos padrão por dia. A alocação disciplinada de capital e a excelência operacional da empresa impulsionaram o crescimento da produção em 2025, com volumes de upstream a atingirem uma média de 32 482 barris por dia. Estes ganhos refletem a consolidação ao longo de todo o ano dos ativos da joint venture NAOC.

Para além das suas operações principais no setor dos hidrocarbonetos, o Grupo Oando continua a alargar o seu portfólio energético com planos para uma fábrica de montagem de módulos solares fotovoltaicos de 1,2 GW na Nigéria, incluindo uma linha de reciclagem destinada a reforçar a capacidade local de fabrico de energia renovável e os resultados da economia circular. A Oando também colaborou com a Agência de Eletrificação Rural da Nigéria em iniciativas de implantação de energia solar destinadas a expandir o acesso à energia limpa em regiões carenciadas, reforçando o seu papel como um interveniente energético multidimensional empenhado no impacto do desenvolvimento a longo prazo.

«O compromisso da Oando Energy como Patrocinador Esmeralda na African Energy Week 2026 reflete a nossa convicção de que o futuro energético de África será definido não apenas pelo potencial de recursos, mas por empresas que proporcionam excelência operacional, impulsionam o crescimento transfronteiriço e geram valor em grande escala. A Oando está pronta para estabelecer parcerias com governos, investidores e líderes do setor para acelerar projetos, aprofundar a integração regional e fornecer soluções energéticas que impulsionem a prosperidade africana», afirmou NJ Ayuk, Presidente Executivo da Câmara Africana de Energia.

O Patrocínio Esmeralda da Oando Energy na AEW 2026 sublinha a confiança da empresa na trajetória de investimento energético de África. Através desta parceria, a Oando pretende reforçar a sua visibilidade junto dos principais decisores, atrair novos capitais e contribuir para o diá. sobre a forma como as empresas energéticas locais podem liderar a execução, a comercialização e a transformação do setor em todo o continente.

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para African Energy Chamber.

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WESGRO and Enlit Africa 2026 unite to spotlight the Western Cape’s energy investment opportunity

Source: APO

WESGRO (https://apo-opa.co/4cMtugg), the official tourism, trade and investment promotion agency for Cape Town and the Western Cape, has partnered with Enlit Africa 2026 as a provincial partner, reinforcing the province’s position as a leading destination for energy investment, infrastructure growth and green economy development.

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing dialogue, collaboration and investment across Africa’s evolving power, energy and water sectors. By participating in Enlit Africa 2026, WESGRO aims to showcase Cape Town and the Western Cape as a competitive regional economy, facilitate strategic partnerships across the energy value chain and strengthen the province’s visibility as a gateway for energy investment into Africa.

At a time when the continent is accelerating its shift towards more sustainable, resilient and diversified energy systems, Enlit Africa provides a valuable platform to connect public and private sector stakeholders, unlock new opportunities and support practical conversations around energy security, innovation and sustainability.

“Cape Town and the Western Cape is not just planning for a green economy, we are actively building one,” said Wrenelle Stander, CEO at WESGRO. “With a target to add 5 700 MW of power generation through renewable energy projects and a strong pipeline of emerging opportunities, the region is positioning itself as a leading hub for sustainable energy investment.

“In this context, we are prioritising the attraction and facilitation of new investment into key export sectors such as the Green Economy and Green Manufacturing. These industries that will shape the region’s long-term competitiveness, particularly in energy and green technologies.

“Platforms such as Enlit Africa play a critical role, as engagement at this level is essential to unlocking investable projects and translating opportunity into sustained economic activity,”

This partnership aligns with WESGRO’s broader mandate to drive inclusive and sustainable economic growth, strengthen competitiveness, grow exports, attract investment and support job creation across the Western Cape. Through its presence at Enlit Africa 2026, WESGRO will engage with industry leaders, investors, project developers, utilities and policymakers to highlight the province’s strengths and the opportunities available across its fast-growing energy landscape.

Enlit Africa, part of VUKA Group, will once again bring together the people, ideas and technologies shaping the future of power, energy and water across the continent, making it a key meeting place for stakeholders looking to connect, collaborate and drive impact.

Register to attend Enlit Africa 2026 and be part of the conversations, partnerships and solutions shaping Africa’s energy future: https://apo-opa.co/4cKuXDQ 

View the Enlit Africa 2026 programme to explore the sessions, speakers and insights driving the event agenda: https://apo-opa.co/4ccb4FE 

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of VUKA Group.

About Enlit Africa:
Enlit Africa brings together utilities, municipalities, investors, technology providers, and policymakers to shape Africa’s energy and water future. Co-located with Water Security Africa, Project & Investment Network, Utility CEO Forum, Municipal Forum, and Women in Energy, the event provides a platform for strategic decision-making, deal facilitation, and technical knowledge transfer.

Enlit Africa 2026 takes place 19-21 May at the CTICC, Cape Town, South Africa. www.Enlit-Africa.com  

About VUKA Group:
VUKA Group connects people and organisations across Africa’s energy, mining, mobility, green economy, and retail sectors through events, content, and strategic networking. Venture partners to The Global Trust Project and leaders of NPO Go Green Africa. www.WeAreVUKA.com

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Fundação Merck nomeou a Primeira-Dama do Gabão como Embaixadora da campanha “Mais do que uma Mãe”, com o objectivo de fortalecer a capacidade do sistema de saúde, combater o estigma da infertilidade e apoiar a educação de meninas

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

Fundação Merck (www.Merck-Foundation.com), o braço filantrópico da Merck KGaA Alemanha lançou oficialmente os seus programas em parceria com S. Exa. a Sra. Zita Oligui Nguema, Primeira-Dama da República Gabonesa e também Embaixadora da “Fundação Merck Mais do que uma Mãe”. Os programas, que começaram em 2024, têm como objectivo transformar o atendimento ao paciente, desenvolver a capacidade do sistema de saúde, quebrar o estigma da infertilidade, empoderar mulheres e apoiar a educação de meninas no Gabão e no resto da África.

O programa foi presidido pela Primeira-Dama do Gabão, S. Exa. a Sra. Zita Oligui Nguema, pelo Presidente do Conselho de Curadores da Fundação Merck, Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, ​​e pela CEO da Fundação Merck, Dra. Rasha Kelej. O evento aconteceu no Palácio Presidencial, no Gabão.

A Senadora Dra. Rasha Kelej (aposentada), CEO da Fundação Merck e Presidente da campanha “Mais do que uma Mãe”, enfatizou: “É uma grande honra manter encontro com a minha querida irmã, S.E. a Sra. Zita Oligui Nguema, Primeira-Dama do Gabão. Declaramos oficialmente a sua nomeação como Embaixadora da campanha Fundação Merck ‘Mais do que uma Mãe’. Também lançamos formalmente os programas da Fundação Merck no país e reforçamos o nosso compromisso com o desenvolvimento da capacidade dos sectores da saúde e mídia, a transformação do cenário de atendimento ao paciente, o combate ao estigma da infertilidade e o apoio à educação de meninas, em conjunto no país.”

O Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg Haverkamp acrescentou: “O nosso objectivo é melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar geral das pessoas, desenvolvendo a capacidade dos serviços de saúde em África, Ásia e outros países em desenvolvimento. Estamos fortemente comprometidos com a transformação do cenário de atendimento ao paciente através do nosso programa de bolsas de estudo.”

S.E. A Sra. Zita Oligui Nguema, Primeira-Dama da República Gabonesa e Embaixadora da “Fundação Merck Mais do que uma Mãe”, declarou: “É um prazer receber e manter encontro com Presidente e a CEO da Fundação Merck no nosso país. Juntos, lançamos oficialmente os nossos programas conjuntos e também celebramos marcos importantes do grande sucesso dos nossos programas conjuntos para desenvolver a capacidade da área da saúde, transformar o atendimento ao paciente, quebrar o estigma da infertilidade e apoiar a educação de meninas. Esta é a primeira vez que trabalhamos em programas de tão grande impacto; estamos a fazer história. Conquistamos muito num curto período de tempo, através da nossa parceria de longo prazo, que começou em 2024.

Tenho muito orgulho de partilhar que, através da nossa parceria, concedemos 16 bolsas de estudo para os nossos profissionais de saúde locais, que serão os futuros especialistas em saúde do Gabão, que já se formaram, estão a formar-se ou iniciarão em breve as bolsas de estudo da Fundação Merck para treinamento em especialidades críticas e carentes, como Fertilidade, Embriologia, Oncologia, Diabetes e Hipertensão.”

“Também tenho muita satisfação em partilhar que, juntamente com a Primeira-Dama do Gabão, estamos a apoiar a educação de meninas, oferecendo bolsas de estudo anuais para 40 alunas de alto desempenho, porém carentes, até a formatura, para que possam alcançar o seu potencial e realizar os seus sonhos”, acrescentou a Dra. Rasha Kelej.

A Fundação Merck concedeu mais de 2.600 bolsas de estudo para profissionais de saúde de 52 países em 44 especialidades médicas críticas e carentes.

Do total de 16 bolsas de estudo concedidas no Gabão, a Fundação Merck ofereceu:

– 4 bolsas de estudo para Fertilidade e Embriologia. Essas bolsas consistiram em treinamentos práticos na Índia. O primeiro embriologista do país foi formado através do programa.

– 4 bolsas de estudo para Diabetes e Hipertensão, incluindo um curso de mestrado especial de 3 meses em Diabetes em francês e uma especialização clínica em Diabetes e Hipertensão. Ao concluírem o treinamento, esses especialistas terão conhecimento necessário para estabelecer clínicas dedicadas em hospitais e centros de saúde, aprimorando significativamente a prevenção e o controlo de diabetes, hipertensão e doenças cardíacas, trazendo imensos benefícios para a população do Gabão.

– 8 Bolsas de Estudo para Enfermagem Oncológica, área crucial para o tratamento do câncer.

Durante o programa de lançamento, as beneficiárias do programa Educar Linda também estiveram presentes, e algumas delas compartilharam testemunhos inspiradores sobre como as bolsas de estudo transformaram as suas vidas.

“Eu realmente acredito que, quando as meninas são formadas, os seus países tornam-se mais poderosos, fortes e prósperos”, acrescentou a Senadora Kelej.

A Fundação Merck, em parceria com a Primeira-Dama do Gabão, lançou sete livros infantis: “Mais do que uma Mãe”, “Educar Linda”, “Resgate da Jaqueline”, “Você Não É Quem É”, “Viagem ao Futuro”, “Jude Livre de Açúcar” e “Pressão de Mark”. Esses livros abordam questões sociais e de saúde cruciais para crianças pequenas. Alguns exemplares dos livros foram autografados pela Primeira-Dama do Gabão, pelo Presidente e CEO da Fundação Merck. Milhares de exemplares desses livros serão distribuídos para alunos de escolas.

Além disso, a Fundação Merck realizou duas edições do seu Treinamento Online de Mídia em Saúde para jornalistas gaboneses, a fim de capacitá-los a conscientizar sobre questões sensíveis, como quebrar o estigma da infertilidade, apoiar a educação de meninas, combater a violência do género, acabar com o casamento infantil e a mutilação genital feminina, e conscientizar sobre a prevenção e detecção precoce da diabetes e da hipertensão.

A Fundação Merck, em parceria com a Primeira-Dama do Gabão, também anunciou a Chamada para Candidaturas para os seus 8 importantes Prémios anuais de Jornalismo, Canção, de Moda, Cinema, para estudantes e novos talentos com potencial nessas áreas.

Informações sobre os Prémios:

1. Prémio de Jornalismo África Fundação Merck “Mais do Que uma Mãe” 2026: Representantes da mídia e estudantes de comunicação são convidados a apresentar seus trabalhos para conscientizar sobre uma ou mais das seguintes questões sociais: Combater o estigma da infertilidade, apoiar a educação de meninas, empoderar mulheres, acabar com o casamento infantil, acabar com a mutilação genital feminina e/ou erradicar a violência de gênero em todos os níveis.

Prazo para submissão: 30 de setembro de 2026.

2. Prémio do Cinema Fundação Merck “Mais do Que uma Mãe” 2026:  Todos os cineastas africanos, estudantes de instituições de formação cinematográfica ou jovens talentos da África estão convidados a criar e compartilhar um filme ou curta-metragem, seja drama, documentário ou docudrama, que transmitam mensagens fortes e impactantes que abordem uma ou mais das seguintes questões sociais: quebrar o estigma da infertilidade, apoiar a educação de meninas, empoderar mulheres, acabar com o casamento infantil, acabar com a mutilação genital feminina e/ou combater a violência do género em todos os níveis.

Prazo para submissão: 30 de setembro de 2026.

3. Merck Foundation Fashion Awards “Mais do Que uma Mãe” 2026: Todos os estudantes e estilistas de moda africanos estão convidados a criar e compartilhar designs que transmitam mensagens fortes e impactantes para conscientizar sobre uma ou mais das seguintes questões sociais: Quebrar o estigma da infertilidade, apoiar a educação de meninas, empoderamento feminino, acabar com o casamento infantil, acabar com a mutilação genital feminina e/ou combater a violência de gênero em todos os níveis.

Prazo para submissão: 30 de setembro de 2026.

4. Merck Foundation Song “Mais do Que uma Mãe” 2026: Todos os cantores e artistas musicais africanos estão convidados a criar e compartilhar uma MÚSICA com o objectivo de abordar uma ou mais das seguintes questões sociais: Quebrar o estigma da infertilidade, apoiar a educação de meninas, empoderar mulheres, acabar com o casamento infantil, acabar com a mutilação genital feminina e/ou acabar com a violência do género em todos os níveis.

Prazo para submissão: 30 de setembro de 2026.

5. Prémio de Jornalismo Fundação Merck 2026 “Diabetes & Hipertensão”: Os representantes da mídia são convidados a apresentar o seu trabalho través de mensagens fortes e impactantes para promover um estilo de vida saudável e aumentar a conscientização sobre a prevenção e a detecção precoce da diabetes e da hipertensão.

Prazo para submissão: 30 de outubro de 2026.

6. Prémio do Cinema Fundação Merck 2026 “Diabetes & Hipertensão”: Todos os cineastas africanos, estudantes de instituições de formação cinematográfica ou jovens talentos da África estão convidados a criar e compartilhar um filme ou curta-metragem, seja drama, documentário ou docudrama, que transmitam mensagens fortes e impactantes que promovam um estilo de vida saudável e aumentem a conscientização sobre a prevenção e a detecção precoce de diabetes e hipertensão.

Prazo para submissão: 30 de outubro de 2026.

7. Prémio de Moda Fundação Merck 2026 “Diabetes & Hipertensão”: Todos os estudantes e designers de moda africanos estão convidados a criar e compartilhar designs que transmitam mensagens fortes e impactantes para promover um estilo de vida saudável e aumentar a conscientização sobre a prevenção e a detecção precoce da diabetes e da hipertensão.

Prazo para submissão: 30 de outubro de 2026.

8. Prémio da Canção Fundação Merck 2026 “Diabetes & Hipertensão”: Todos os cantores e artistas musicais africanos estão convidados a criar e compartilhar uma música com o objectivo de promover um estilo de vida saudável e aumentar a conscientização sobre a prevenção e a detecção precoce da diabetes e da hipertensão.

Prazo para submissão: 30 de outubro de 2026.

Inscreva-se aqui: https://apo-opa.co/4tdXYha 

As inscrições para todos os prêmios devem ser enviadas por e-mail para:

submit@merck-foundation.com

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para Merck Foundation.

Contato:
Mehak Handa
Gerente do Programa de Conscientização Comunitária
Telefone: +91 9310087613 / +91 9319606669
Email: mehak.handa@external.merckgroup.com

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Sobre a Fundação Merck:
A Fundação Merck, criada em 2017, é o braço filantrópico da Merck KGaA Alemanha, tem como objectivo melhorar a saúde e o bem-estar das pessoas e aprimorar as suas vidas atravez da ciência e da tecnologia. Os nossos esforços estão focados principalmente na melhoria do acesso a soluções de saúde de qualidade e equitativas em comunidades carenciadas, no desenvolvimento da capacidade de saúde e na investigação científica, no empoderamento das raparigas na educação e no empoderamento de pessoas em STEM (Ciência, Tecnologia, Engenharia e Matemática) com foco especial em mulheres e jovens. Todos os comunicados de imprensa da Fundação Merck são distribuídos por e-mail ao mesmo tempo em que são disponibilizados no site da Fundação Merck. Visite www.Merck-Foundation.com para ler mais. Siga a mídia social da Fundação Merck: Facebook (https://apo-opa.co/4t8IStr), X (https://apo-opa.co/4vpnzoK), Instagram (https://apo-opa.co/4vqWXnv), YouTube (https://apo-opa.co/4voH54Q), Threads (https://apo-opa.co/4cl1RK5) e Flickr (https://apo-opa.co/4vHkAZc).

A Fundação Merck está dedicada a melhorar os resultados sociais e de saúde para comunidades necessitadas. Embora colabore com vários parceiros, incluindo governos, para atingir os seus objectivos humanitários, a Fundação permanece estritamente neutra em questões políticas. Ela não se envolve ou apoia nenhuma actividade política, eleições ou regimes, concentrando-se exclusivamente na sua missão de elevar a humanidade e melhorar o bem-estar, mantendo uma postura estritamente apolítica em todos os seus esforços.

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La Fondation Merck a nommé la Première Dame du Gabon Ambassadrice de « Plus Qu’une Mère » pour renforcer les capacités de soins de santé, briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité et soutenir l’éducation des filles

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

La Fondation Merck (www.Merck-Foundation.com), la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne, a officiellement lancé ses programmes en partenariat avec S.E. Madame ZITA OLIGUI NGUEMA, Première Dame de la République Gabonaise, également Ambassadrice de la « Fondation Merck Plus Qu’une Mère », les programmes qui ont débuté en 2024 dans le but de transformer la prise en charge des patients, de renforcer les capacités de soins, de briser la stigmatisation de l’infertilité, d’autonomiser les femmes, de soutenir l’éducation des filles au Gabon et dans le reste de l’Afrique.

Le programme était présidé par la Première Dame du Gabon, S.E. Madame ZITA OLIGUI NGUEMA, le Chairman du Conseil d’Administration de la Fondation Merck, Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, et la CEO de la Fondation Merck, Dr. Rasha Kelej. Le programme a eu lieu à la Présidence, au Gabon.

Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej (Ret), CEO de la Fondation Merck et Présidente de la campagne « Plus Qu’une Mère », a souligné : « C’est un grand honneur de rencontrer ma chère sœur, S.E. Madame ZITA OLIGUI NGUEMA, Première Dame du Gabon. Nous l’avons officiellement déclarée Ambassadrice de la campagne « Fondation Merck Plus Qu’une Mère ». Nous avons également officiellement lancé les programmes de la Fondation Merck dans le pays et avons souligné notre engagement envers le renforcement des capacités de soins de santé et des médias, ainsi que la transformation du paysage des soins aux patients, briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité et soutenir l’éducation des filles, ensemble dans le pays »

Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg Haverkamp a ajouté : « Notre objectif est d’améliorer la santé et le bien-être général des populations en renforçant les capacités de soins de santé en Afrique, en Asie et dans d’autres pays en voie de développement. Nous sommes fermement engagés à transformer le paysage des soins aux patients grâce à notre programme de bourses. »

S.E. Madame ZITA OLIGUI NGUEMA, Première Dame de la République Gabonaise et Ambassadrice de la « Fondation Merck Plus Qu’une Mère », a déclaré : « C’est un plaisir d’accueillir et de rencontrer le Chairman et la CEO de la Fondation Merck dans notre pays. Ensemble, nous avons officiellement lancé nos programmes conjoints et avons également célébré des étapes importantes du grand succès de nos programmes conjoints visant à renforcer les capacités de soins de santé, transformer les soins aux patients, briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité et soutenir l’éducation des filles. C’est la première fois que nous travaillons sur des programmes aussi percutants, c’est une histoire en devenir. Nous avons atteint beaucoup de choses dans un laps de temps très court, grâce à notre partenariat à long terme, qui a débuté en 2024.

Je suis très fière de partager que grâce à notre partenariat, nous avons accordé 16 bourses à nos prestataires de soins de santé locaux qui seront les futurs experts de la santé du Gabon, qui ont obtenu leur diplôme, suivent ou commenceront bientôt les bourses de formation de la Fondation Merck dans des spécialités critiques et mal desservies telles que la Fertilité, Embryologie, Oncologie, Diabète et Hypertension

« Je suis également très heureuse de partager qu’avec la Première Dame du Gabon, nous soutenons également l’éducation des filles en offrant des bourses annuelles pour soutenir l’éducation de 40 écolières très performantes mais défavorisées, jusqu’à ce qu’elles obtiennent leur diplôme, afin qu’elles puissent atteindre leur potentiel et réaliser leurs rêves », a ajouté le Dr. Rasha Kelej.

La Fondation Merck a accordé plus de 2 600 bourses à des prestataires de soins de santé de 52 pays dans 44 spécialités médicales critiques et mal desservies.

Sur un total de 16 bourses accordées au Gabon, la Fondation Merck a fourni :

  • 4 bourses en Fertilité et Embryologie. Il s’agissait de formations pratiques en Inde. Le tout premier embryologiste du pays a été formé grâce à ce programme.
  • 4 bourses pour le Diabète et l’Hypertension, dont un master spécial sur le diabète de 3 mois en langue française et une bourse clinique sur le Diabète et Hypertension. À la fin de la formation, ces spécialistes disposeront de l’expertise nécessaire pour établir des cliniques dédiées dans les hôpitaux et les centres de santé, améliorant ainsi considérablement la prévention et la prise en charge du diabète, de l’hypertension et des maladies cardiaques, apportant d’immenses avantages à la population gabonaise.
  • 8 bourses pour les soins infirmiers en oncologie, ce qui est très essentiel pour les soins contre le cancer.

Lors du programme de lancement, les bénéficiaires du programme Éduquer Linda étaient également présents, où quelques-uns d’entre eux ont partagé des témoignages inspirants sur la façon dont les bourses ont changé leur vie.

« Je crois vraiment que lorsque les filles sont éduquées, leurs pays deviennent plus puissants, plus forts et plus prospères », a ajouté la Sénatrice Kelej.  

La Fondation Merck, en partenariat avec la Première Dame du Gabon, a lancé sept livres d’histoires pour enfants, « Plus Qu’une Mère », « Éduquer Linda », « Le Secours de Jackline », « Pas qui vous êtes », « Une balade vers le futur », « Jude Sans Sucre » et « La Tension de Mark ». Ces livres abordent des problèmes sociaux et sanitaires critiques pour les jeunes enfants. Quelques exemplaires des livres d’histoires ont été signés par la Première Dame du Gabon, le Chairman et la CEO de la Fondation Merck. Des milliers d’exemplaires de ces livres d’histoires seront distribué aux écoliers.

De plus, la Fondation Merck a organisé deux éditions de sa Formation des Médias sur la Santé En Ligne pour les journalistes gabonais afin de leur permettre de sensibiliser à des questions sensibles telles que briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité, soutenir l’éducation des filles, mettre fin à la VBG, mettre fin au mariage des enfants et aux MGF et sensibiliser sur la prévention et le dépistage précoce du diabète et de l’hypertension.

La Fondation Merck, en partenariat avec la Première Dame du Gabon, a également annoncé l’Appel à Candidatures pour ses 8 importants prix annuels destinés aux médias, musiciens, créateurs de mode, cinéastes, étudiants et nouveaux talents potentiels dans ces domaines.

Détails des Prix :

1. Prix de Reconnaissance des Médias Africains de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » 2026 : les représentants des médias et les étudiants en journalisme sont invités à présenter leur travail pour sensibiliser l’opinion à un ou plusieurs des problèmes sociaux suivants tels que : briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité, soutenir l’éducation des filles, l’autonomisation des femmes, mettre fin au mariage des enfants, mettre fin aux MGF et/ou mettre fin à la VBG à tous les niveaux.

Date limite de soumission : 30 septembre 2026.

2. Prix du Film de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » 2026 :  tous les cinéastes africains, étudiants des établissements de formation en réalisation cinématographique ou jeunes talents d’Afrique sont invités à créer et à partager un long ou un court métrage, qu’il s’agisse d’un drame, d’un documentaire ou d’un docudrame, pour transmettre des messages forts et influents sur un ou plusieurs des problèmes sociaux suivants tels que : briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité, soutenir l’éducation des filles, l’autonomisation des femmes, mettre fin au mariage des enfants, mettre fin aux MGF et/ou mettre fin à la VBG à tous les niveaux.

Date limite de soumission : 30 septembre 2026.

3. Prix de la Mode de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » 2026 : tous les étudiants et créateurs de mode africains sont invités à créer et à partager des créations pour transmettre des messages forts et influents afin de sensibiliser à un ou plusieurs des problèmes sociaux suivants tels que : briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité, soutenir l’éducation des filles, l’autonomisation des femmes, mettre fin au mariage des enfants, mettre fin aux MGF et/ou mettre fin à la VBG à tous les niveaux.

Date limite de soumission : 30 septembre 2026.

4. Prix de la Chanson de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » 2026 : tous les chanteurs et artistes musicaux africains sont invités à créer et à partager une CHANSON dans le but d’aborder un ou plusieurs des problèmes sociaux suivants tels que : briser la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité, soutenir l’éducation des filles, l’autonomisation des femmes, mettre fin au mariage des enfants, mettre fin aux MGF et/ou mettre fin à la VBG à tous les niveaux.

Date limite de soumission : 30 septembre 2026.

5. Prix de Reconnaissance des Médias de la Fondation Merck « Diabètes & Hypertension » 2026 : les représentants des médias sont invités à présenter leur travail à travers des messages forts et influents pour promouvoir un mode de vie sain et sensibiliser à la prévention et à la détection précoce du diabète et de l’hypertension.

Date limite de soumission : 30 octobre 2026.

6. Prix du Film de la Fondation Merck « Diabètes & Hypertension » 2026 : tous les cinéastes africains, étudiants des établissements de formation en réalisation cinématographique ou jeunes talents d’Afrique sont invités à créer et à partager un long ou un court FILMS, qu’il s’agisse d’un drame, d’un documentaire ou d’un docudrame, pour délivrer des messages forts et influents visant à promouvoir un mode de vie sain et à sensibiliser à la prévention et à la détection précoce du diabète et de l’hypertension.

Date limite de soumission : 30 octobre 2026.

7. Prix de la Mode de la Fondation Merck « Diabètes & Hypertension » 2026 : tous les étudiants et créateurs de mode africains sont invités à créer et à partager des créations pour transmettre des messages forts et influents visant à promouvoir un mode de vie sain et à sensibiliser à la prévention et à la détection précoce du diabète et de l’hypertension.

Date limite de soumission : 30 octobre 2026.

8. Prix de la Chanson de la Fondation Merck « Diabètes & Hypertension » 2026 : tous les chanteurs et artistes musicaux africains sont invités à créer et à partager une CHANSON dans le but de promouvoir un mode de vie sain et de sensibiliser à la prévention et à la détection précoce du diabète et de l’hypertension.

Date limite de soumission : 30 octobre 2026.

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Les candidatures pour tous les prix doivent être soumises par courrier électronique à : submit@merck-foundation.com

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La Fondation Merck se consacre à l’amélioration des résultats sociaux et sanitaires pour les communautés dans le besoin. Bien qu’elle collabore avec divers partenaires, y compris des gouvernements, pour atteindre ses objectifs humanitaires, la fondation reste strictement neutre sur le plan politique. Elle ne s’engage pas et ne soutient pas d’activités, d’élections ou de régimes politiques, se focalise uniquement sur sa mission d’élever l’humanité et d’améliorer le bien-être tout en maintenant une position strictement apolitique dans toutes ses activités.

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La Fondation Merck célèbre la Journée Mondiale de la Santé 2026 – Transformer les soins aux patients en Afrique et au-delà grâce à plus de 2 600 bourses destinées aux professionnels de la santé de 52 pays

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

La Fondation Merck (www.Merck-Foundation.com), la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne célèbre la Journée Mondiale de la Santé 2026 en partenariat avec les Premières Dames d’Afrique et d’Asie, qui sont également Ambassadrices de la campagne de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère », réaffirmant leur engagement à améliorer et révolutionner l’accès aux soins de santé en Afrique, en Asie et dans d’autres régions grâce à leurs programmes de bourses et de formation professionnelle.

Sénatrice Dr Rasha Kelej (Ret), CEO de la Fondation Merck, a déclaré : « À la Fondation Merck, nous restons déterminés à transformer le paysage des soins aux patients et à améliorer l’accès à des solutions de santé équitables et de qualité en Afrique, en Asie et au-delà. Au cours des 14 dernières années, nous avons célébré chaque jour la Journée Mondiale de la Santé grâce à nos efforts continus pour renforcer les capacités de soins de santé dans les communautés mal desservies.

Je suis fière d’annoncer que nous avons attribué plus de 2 600 bourses à de jeunes professionnels de la santé de 52 pays dans 44 spécialités médicales critiques et mal desservies. Grâce à ces bourses, de nombreux anciens boursiers de la Fondation Merck devient des experts de premier plan dans leurs domaines respectifs dans leurs pays, notamment la Namibie, Libéria, Gambie, Burundi, Malawi, Sierra Leone, Zambie, Guinée, l’Éthiopie, Congo, Népal, Bangladesh et Zimbabwe, entre autres. »

« Il s’agit véritablement d’un moment historique et nous sommes fiers de faire partie de l’héritage de l’Afrique en donnant les moyens à une nouvelle génération d’experts en santé qui serviront les générations futures. » a ajouté le Dr. Kelej.

Comme chacun le sait, le manque de ressources financières n’est pas le seul défi auquel l’Afrique est confrontée. Un problème bien plus urgent est la pénurie de professionnels de santé qualifiés, capables de prévenir, diagnostiquer et traiter efficacement les maladies.

Cette grave pénurie de personnel médical et de santé constitue l’un des obstacles les plus importants à l’accès à des soins de santé de qualité sur tout le continent.

Selon le rapport 2021 de l’OMS, la région africaine représente 24 % de la charge mondiale de morbidité, alors qu’il n’y a que 2,9 professionnels de santé pour 1 000 habitants. Cet écart a un impact profond sur les résultats en matière de santé.

Par conséquent, les bourses de la Fondation Merck sont extrêmement importantes car elles offrent aux médecins une formation spécialisée, contribuant ainsi à réduire les écarts en matière de soins de santé et à améliorer les soins aux patients dans les communautés mal desservies.

La Fondation Merck travaille en étroite collaboration avec ses Ambassadrices, les Premières Dames d’Afrique et d’Asie et des partenaires locaux, tels que les Ministères de la Santé, de l’Éducation, de l’Information et de la Communication, du Genre, de l’Université, des instituts de recherche, des médias et des arts, pour renforcer les capacités en matière de santé et relever les défis sanitaires, sociaux et économiques dans les pays en voie de développement et les communautés mal desservies.

La Fondation Merck soutient également activement les femmes et les jeunes dans les sciences et technologies à travers son programme STEM et les prix du Sommet Annuel de Recherche en Afrique (MARS) de la Fondation Merck, qui reconnaissent et célèbrent les meilleures chercheuses africaines et les meilleurs jeunes chercheurs africains, promouvant l’excellence dans la recherche.

Dr. Kelej a partagé : « Le thème de la Journée Mondiale de la Santé 2026, « Ensemble pour la santé. Soutenez la science », s’aligne parfaitement avec notre programme qui forme les professionnels de la santé et autonomise les femmes et les jeunes dans les domaines STEM (science, technologie, ingénierie et mathématiques) ».

CEO de la Fondation Merck a également annoncé l’Appel à Candidatures pour 2026.

« Je suis heureuse d’annoncer l’appel à candidatures pour les bourses 2026 destinées aux jeunes professionnels de la santé, avec un accent particulier sur les femmes diplômées en médecine. Cela comprend des programmes de bourses en présentiel, des programmes de formation clinique et des diplômes d’un an en ligne et des masters de deux ans dans 44 spécialités médicales critiques et mal desservies. Les candidatures sont déposées par l’intermédiaire des bureaux de nos ambassadrices et partenaires de longue date, des Premières Dames d’Afrique et du Ministère de la Santé de chaque pays », a partagé le Dr. Rasha Kelej.

Pour postuler à des bourses en présentiel dans les domaines de la fertilité, de l’oncologie, du diabète et d’autres spécialités :

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La sélection pour chaque bourse sera basée sur une demande du Bureau de la Première Dame, du Ministère de la Santé et/ou de la Société Médicale, dans le but de combler les lacunes du système de santé publique de chaque pays.

La sélection sera basée sur le respect des critères d’éligibilité de chaque institut de formation et fondation, la disponibilité des bourses et la disponibilité des fonds.

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La Fondation Merck se consacre à l’amélioration des résultats sociaux et sanitaires pour les communautés dans le besoin. Bien qu’elle collabore avec divers partenaires, y compris des gouvernements, pour atteindre ses objectifs humanitaires, la fondation reste strictement neutre sur le plan politique. Elle ne s’engage pas et ne soutient pas d’activités, d’élections ou de régimes politiques, se focalise uniquement sur sa mission d’élever l’humanité et d’améliorer le bien-être tout en maintenant une position strictement apolitique dans toutes ses activités.

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Minister of State at Ministry of Foreign Affairs Meets State Secretary of German Foreign Office

Source: Government of Qatar

Berlin, April 15, 2026

HE Minister of State at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saleh Al Khulaifi met on Wednesday with HE State Secretary of the Federal Foreign Office of the Federal Republic of Germany Dr. Geza Andreas von Geyr.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed the latest developments in the region, particularly those related to the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, and efforts aimed at de-escalating in a way that contributes to enhancing security and stability in the region.

HE State Secretary of the German Foreign Office emphasized the important role played by the State of Qatar in supporting regional and international stability through effective diplomatic efforts, commending the strategic partnership between the Federal Republic of Germany and the State of Qatar in various sectors. 

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Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Meets President of European Council

Source: Government of Qatar

Doha, April 15, 2026

HE Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani met on Wednesday with HE President of the European Council Antonio Costa, who is visiting the country.

During the meeting, they discussed the latest developments in the region, particularly those related to the ceasefire between the United States of America and the Islamic Republic of Iran, and efforts aimed at de-escalation to contribute to enhancing security and stability in the region.

The meeting also explored cooperation relations between the State of Qatar and the European Union (EU) as well as ways to support and strengthen them, especially in the fields of energy, trade, and investment. It highlighted Qatar’s role in supporting global energy security, including the supply of liquefied natural gas to global markets.

During the meeting, HE the President of the European Council affirmed the EU’s solidarity with the State of Qatar in light of the developments taking place in the region, and its commitment to strengthening joint economic interests and supporting the stability of the global economy. 

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China’s military support for Somalia is on the rise – what Taiwan and Somaliland have to do with it

Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Brendon J. Cannon, Associate Professor, Khalifa University

China recently pledged to expand military support to Somalia in its fight against al-Shabaab militants. Beijing has promised equipment, training and closer security cooperation with Mogadishu. This marks a shift from China’s traditionally cautious and small presence in the country. Brendon J. Cannon has researched how external powers – including China – engage with sub-Saharan Africa. He explains how these dynamics are converging in Somalia.

What form does China’s support in Somalia take?

China’s interests in Somalia take two paths.

The first is broadly geopolitical. It relates to China’s long-standing interests in the Horn of Africa as a strategic crossroads. The region links the Indian Ocean to the Red Sea and the Mediterranean. The Horn of Africa includes Djibouti, Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea and Somaliland. Sudan and Kenya are important actors in the region’s affairs.

Beijing’s priorities here are about expanding political influence and embedding itself in regional security architectures. This explains its existing military presence in Djibouti and infrastructure investments across Ethiopia, as well as neighbouring states like Kenya, Uganda and South Sudan.

The second path is specific to Somalia. It is mainly shaped by China’s domestic politics and stance on Taiwan. Beijing considers Taiwan a breakaway province, and is concerned that Somaliland’s ties with Taipei could lend legitimacy to separatist movements. Somaliland is a de facto independent state that left its voluntary union with Somalia in 1991, and diplomatically recognised Taiwan in 2020.

To understand this Somalia-specific dynamic, it is necessary to look at what China’s support to Somalia entails. Beijing provides diplomatic backing, development assistance and, more recently, security cooperation framed around counterterrorism and support for Somalia’s fight against al-Shabaab militants.

Even so, China’s economic footprint remains modest. Unlike neighbouring Ethiopia, where Beijing has financed railways, ports and airports, Somalia has not received large-scale Belt and Road infrastructure.

Chinese engagement is, therefore, better understood as selective and strategic rather than transformative.

What are the strategic interests driving this engagement?

China is increasingly involved in Somalia because of Somaliland’s diplomatic recognition of Taiwan and its progress in pushing for its own international recognition.

Since 1949, Taiwan has been an independent, self-governing state, though the People’s Republic of China lays claim to the island.

Beijing has worked over the past three decades to isolate Taiwan diplomatically. It’s offered development, technology and infrastructure assistance in exchange for states severing diplomatic relations with Taipei.

As of 2026, only Eswatini and Somaliland in Africa maintain some form of diplomatic relations with Taiwan.

From Beijing’s perspective, the fact that a small, de facto independent state in the Horn of Africa had the temerity to exchange diplomats with Taiwan was bad enough. When Israel became the first state to formally recognise Somaliland’s independence in December 2025, Beijing reaffirmed its support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. US policymakers are also pushing to recognise Somaliland.

China and Somalia’s leaders in Mogadishu frequently affirm their support for “One Somalia” and “One China”, respectively. In their view, Somaliland must submit to Mogadishu’s rule. Ditto for Taiwan: it must join the People’s Republic of China.

Neither Somaliland nor Taiwan wish to be part of what they view as broken political experiments.

Their larger, angry neighbours don’t care. They resort to bullying and threaten violence – in different ways.

China has wealth, economic power and a global profile. It also has a huge military and growing navy, much of it tailormade to invade Taiwan. Despite this, Taiwan still prefers to go it alone, with support from the United States, Japan, Australia and others.

Mogadishu, on the other hand, is unable to exercise legitimate control over much of its own territory. Despite decades of external security assistance and military training, Somalia still has no capable military. The national army continues to underperform against al-Shabaab and remains entangled in clan-based politics.

Failure to shift the status quo in either Taiwan or Somaliland unites China and Somalia against smaller, weaker entities.

How does China’s approach in the Horn of Africa differ from that of western actors?

In my view, Beijing’s growing interest in Somalia is less about development corridors and more about political alignment, diplomatic positioning and security cooperation.

Western states have tended to emphasise counterterrorism operations, governance reforms and security sector training. Other actors like Turkey and the United Arab Emirates have combined military engagement with infrastructure investment and commercial interests, sometimes becoming deeply embedded in Somalia’s internal politics.

China, by contrast, has focused on regime support to reinforce Somalia’s territorial integrity. This assistance has been less overtly military, and is closely tied to diplomatic objectives.

China prefers building technological and institutional dependencies – in telecommunications, technology and surveillance, for example – across much of Africa.

In both the short and long term, greater Chinese involvement risks adding another layer of geopolitical competition in an already fragile region. Rather than acting as a stabilising force, Beijing may find itself drawn into the same local dynamics that have frustrated other external actors.

Somaliland, in comparison, has developed a relatively functional security sector and a high degree of domestic political legitimacy.

What could greater Chinese involvement mean for Somalia’s security?

There is little reason to expect China’s military assistance to succeed where others have failed. Its broader impact will likely be political rather than operational.

Increased Chinese backing for Mogadishu could deepen internal divisions within Somalia. It may intensify competition over territory, authority and external patronage.

Nowhere is this dynamic more visible than in Las Anod, a contested city in eastern Somaliland.

It has recently become the focal point of a new political entity – SSC Khatumo, armed by external state actors, including China, according to reports. It is backed by Mogadishu and viewed by Somaliland as illegitimate.

Political developments in Las Anod have taken on geopolitical overtones. Abdikhadir Firdhiye was inaugurated in January 2026 as the first president of what Mogadishu has recognised as its Northeast State. The SSC Khatumo administration considers Las Anod its capital.

Among those attending Firdhiye’s inauguration were ambassadors from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, China, Djibouti and Sudan. Their interests extend well beyond local governance.

For Somaliland, the message was clear: its bid for independence is now entangled in a much wider geopolitical contest.

– China’s military support for Somalia is on the rise – what Taiwan and Somaliland have to do with it
– https://theconversation.com/chinas-military-support-for-somalia-is-on-the-rise-what-taiwan-and-somaliland-have-to-do-with-it-279600