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United Nations Day observed featuring various activities

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The 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations, marked on 24 October, was observed at Asmara Palace Hotel. The event was attended by Ministers, senior Government and PFDJ officials, representatives of national associations, heads and representatives of UN offices in Eritrea, as well as members of the diplomatic community.

Speaking at the occasion, Mr. Osman Saleh, Minister of Foreign Affairs, said that eighty years ago, in the aftermath of unparalleled devastation, the nations of the world gathered to proclaim that succeeding generations must be spared from the scourge of war; that the dignity and equal worth of every human being must be upheld; and that relations among nations must be governed not by the tyranny of might, but by the majesty of law, equity, and sovereign respect.

Minister Osman further noted that Eritrea remains committed to this vision, founded upon self-determination, partnership, and shared prosperity – a vision that rejects dependency and affirms the sovereign rights of all nations to shape their own developmental trajectories.

As we mark this solemn milestone, Minister Osman said, we do so amid a world riven by division and beset by crises of confidence and conscience. Conflicts rage, inequalities deepen, and multilateral institutions, once conceived as instruments of collective justice, are too often repurposed as tools of selectivity and geopolitical contention.

On this occasion, Minister Osman reiterated that the Government and people of Eritrea reaffirm their unwavering commitment to the ideals and purposes of the United Nations Charter and their readiness to engage constructively, both globally and nationally, in the pursuit of peace, sustainable development, human dignity, and mutual respect among nations.

Ms. Nahla Valji, Coordinator of UN Offices in Eritrea, on her part, noted that as the United Nations commemorates its 80th anniversary, the world is facing multiple, and often overwhelming, challenges. She stressed that this moment demands renewed solidarity, not fragmentation, collective action, not competition.

Ms. Nahla reiterated that in a world searching for models of resilience and self-reliance, Eritrea offers an important perspective. Eritrea’s development model is grounded in community resilience, self-reliance, and social cohesion. She also expressed the UN’s commitment to closely work with Eritrea on shared development priorities.

At the event, a video message from Mr. Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, was also presented.

– on behalf of Ministry of Information, Eritrea.

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President El-Sisi Meets Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan

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Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received, at Al-Ittihadiya Palace, Chief of Army Staff Field Marshall Asim Munir. The meeting was attended by Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Minister of Defense and Military Production General Abdel Meguid Saqr, Pakistan Ambassador to Egypt Ambassador Aamir Shouket and Head of the Secretariat of the Pakistani Army Chief of Staff Major General Syed Mohammad Jawad.

Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said President El-Sisi expressed his appreciation for the remarkable development in Egyptian-Pakistani relations in the current phase. The President emphasized Egypt’s keenness to continue strengthening and advancing bilateral cooperation in various fields. This cooperation aims to achieve the common aspirations of the Egyptian and Pakistani peoples and contribute to boosting efforts for development and prosperity in both countries.

The Pakistani Chief of Army Staff conveyed the greetings of Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, to President El-Sisi.

Marshal Munir also praised Egypt’s pivotal role in calming tensions and achieving stability in the Middle East. Marshal Munir offered congratulations to President El-Sisi on the success of the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit, which witnessed the signing of the agreement to end the war in the Gaza Strip.

He appreciated Egypt’s tireless efforts to end the humanitarian catastrophe in the Strip.

The meeting also covered ways to enhance regional security and peace, both in the Middle East and South Asia. There was a strong emphasis on intensifying consultation between the two countries to avoid escalation and address common challenges. The meeting also included exploring avenues for cooperation in the field of counter-terrorism and extremism.

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

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South Africa and Malaysia deepen economic cooperation across key sectors

Source: Government of South Africa

By Neo Bodumela

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – In a significant move to transform historical solidarity into a dynamic economic partnership, President Cyril Ramaphosa and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim have unveiled plans to deepen cooperation between South Africa and Malaysia across various strategic sectors.

The two leaders outlined their shared commitment to expand collaboration in areas including the halal industry and agriculture, to the critical technological frontiers of semiconductor manufacturing and green energy.

The two leaders released a joint press release on Saturday, during President Ramaphosa’s Working Visit to the country.

Other areas of enhanced cooperation include trade and investment, defence, science, technology and innovation, education, tourism and culture, transport and capacity building. 

“The [leaders] recognised that enhanced collaboration in these sectors would deliver tangible benefits to the peoples of both countries and contribute to sustainable development and inclusive economic growth.

“Both leaders expressed confidence in the continued growth of bilateral relations and noted the considerable untapped economic potentials between Malaysia and the Republic of South Africa,” the statement read.

Furthermore, trade and investment linkages are to be strengthened by the “facilitating participation of businesses from both countries in trade fairs, exhibitions, and business forums”.

Malaysia affirmed that exports of Malaysian Sustainable Palm Oil (MSPO)-certified palm oil will be expanded in support of South Africa’s “growing demand for sustainably produced food and ingredients within its food processing and manufacturing sectors”.

“Both leaders highlighted the importance of enhancing cooperation including research, training programmes, and green manufacturing in the palm oil industry, recognising Malaysia’s position as a global leader in sustainable palm oil production and the Republic of South Africa’s potential as a strategic partner and emerging market.

“Both sides further agreed to explore opportunities for joint ventures, technology transfer, and capacity-building initiatives to strengthen collaboration and promote sustainable growth in this sector,” the statement said.

South Africa and Malaysia will also cooperate in the technologically critical area of semiconductor manufacturing as well as other sectors.

“Both sides recognised Malaysia’s role as a global hub and leading exporter in the semiconductor industry and expressed commitment to leverage this expertise to promote knowledge-sharing, joint research, and capacity-building.

“The Republic of South Africa is keen to export to Malaysia iron and related products, aircraft and spacecrafts components, machineries and parts, while also encouraged Malaysia to consider investing in green hydrogen, mineral beneficiation, energy infrastructure, energy battery storage and distribution and automotive,” the statement read.

On the global front, the two statesman spoke out against the genocide in Gaza, Palestine and call for respect of the international order.

They affirmed that lasting peace should be “pursued through diplomacy, dialogue and collective multilateral efforts”.

“Both Leaders strongly condemned the atrocities in Gaza and reiterated their steadfast support for the Palestinian people’s inalienable right to self-determination and the establishment of a sovereign, viable, contiguous, and independent Palestinian state.

“They welcomed initiatives aimed at achieving an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire; removal of blockade on Gaza; the protection of all civilians; and the unimpeded flow of humanitarian assistance to those affected.

“Both Leaders further agreed on the necessity of upholding the international order based on the principles of the UN Charter, including the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states,” the statement continued.

President Ramaphosa and Prime Minister Ibrahim expressed belief that the Working Visit will pave way to even stronger ties.

“Both Leaders reaffirmed their confidence that the outcomes of this visit would further strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation between Malaysia and the Republic of South Africa, while paving the way towards a brighter, more prosperous, and mutually beneficial future for both nations,” the statement concluded. – SAnews.gov.za

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President El-Sisi Meets Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism and Antiquities

Source: APO


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Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Mr. Sherif Fathy, and the Board Member of the United Media Services Company and General Supervisor of the Grand Egyptian Museum’s opening ceremony Mr. Mohamed Al-Saadi.

Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said the President followed up on the ongoing preparations for the major celebration that will be held on the occasion of the Grand Egyptian Museum’s opening, scheduled for November 1st. The Minister of Tourism and Antiquities offered a presentation on the procedures and preparations being undertaken in coordination with various ministries and concerned authorities, including logistical aspects and proposed event segments, as well as the associated organizational arrangements.

President El-Sisi emphasized the importance of ongoing cooperation and coordination among the relevant parties to ensure the organization of an opening ceremony that reflects Egypt’s status and showcases its leadership in the fields of museums and global culture, contributing to the promotion of tourism in the country.

The President also reaffirmed the need for the celebration’s image to reflect not only the grandeur of this global landmark but also the scale of achievements and progress Egypt is experiencing in various fields, in line with its cultural status on the world stage. The meeting also tackled the implementation of development projects around the museum area, as part of the ongoing preparations for the opening.

The meeting touched on several other topics related to the work of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, and the President was briefed on the latest developments in the tourism sector’s development plans.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt.

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SA and Malaysia reaffirm historic solidarity

Source: Government of South Africa

By Neo Bodumela

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Amid a rousing and colourful welcome in Kuala Lumpur befitting the warm relations between South Africa and Malaysia, the stage was set for a profound reaffirmation of ties between the two countries.

The leaders of the two countries, President Cyril Ramaphosa and Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, drew on the deep history of a shared resistance to slavery, apartheid and colonialism to pave way for deeper and more collaborative future ties.

President Ramaphosa is on a Working Visit to the country as he wraps up a three nation visit to Southeast Asia.

“I wish to thank you…for the invitation that you extend it to us as South Africans and for the very warm welcome that we witnessed as we were coming in. 

“We have hardly been able to see such a warm welcome which was displayed not only by your ministers and key officials but by young people at school and at universities. So that truly warmed our hearts,” President Ramaphosa remarked during a joint press briefing with the Prime Minister.

The history between the two countries dates back hundreds of years which the President described as a “shared resistance to the atrocities of slavery, and colonialism”.

During the times of slavery in the 1700 and 1800s, thousands of Malaysian people were forcefully taken to South Africa and later became known as the Cape Malay.

Some years later, the Malaysian government would also assist anti-apartheid efforts in South Africa – forging bonds of solidarity between the two nations.

“We will forever remain grateful to the people and the government of Malaysia, for your support in our struggle for freedom, but also in the formative years of our democracy,” President Ramaphosa said.

Relations between the two countries were formalised in November 1998 and the President called for a revitalisation and strengthening of ties.

“We have reconfirmed that trade and investment opportunities needs to be expanded between our countries. Particularly during this period of geological tensions and challenges where trade is being used as a weapon.

“We do believe, as you do too, that we need to expand our market base and having been so closely related to one another and to tapered down over the years, we would like to recalibrate that and make sure that our ties get stronger and stronger. 

“So, South Africa will strive to further strengthen our existing collaboration in the many areas of common interest. The momentum which these consultations have generated should not be lost,” President Ramaphosa noted.

He emphasised that South Africa places “great importance” on its relations with the Southeast Asian nation.

“It is my hope that we will continue to strengthen our friendship and our cooperation in as two nations. With the various exchanges that we should have, it would be most fitting that we rekindle also our people-to-people relations especially in education. 

“As you talk about exchanges between universities, at the research level, at student exchange level, and we should also broaden the exchanges at the culture level and also the sport level,” he said.

Malaysia – at the invitation of South Africa – is expected to attend the G20 Leaders’ Summit.

“We await to welcome you there together with the business delegation that you’re going to bring which will help to solidify our relations at a trade and investment level. Our ministers are going to be fully engaged in crafting memoranda of understanding in a number of areas. 

“In extending the friendship and cooperation between us, I wish to extend to you an invitation, to visit South Africa at a state level visit in 2026…and we will be honoured to welcome you to the most beautiful country in the world, South Africa,” President Ramaphosa said. – SAnews.gov.za 

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Moçambique recebe prémio de seguro de 2 milhões de dólares para proteção contra secas, com o Programa Africano de Financiamento de Riscos a atingir os 150 milhões de dólares

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

Moçambique recebeu um prémio de seguro de 2 milhões de dólares para proteção contra secas, cobrindo a temporada agrícola de 2025-2026, marcando o terceiro ano consecutivo de cobertura do país pelo programa de financiamento de riscos de desastres do Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento (www.AfDB.org).

O prémio foi anunciado durante o Fórum de Financiamento de Riscos Climáticos e de Desastres (CDRFI) de 2025, realizado de 14 a 16 de outubro com o tema “Construir a resiliência de África através de financiamento e seguros transformadores de riscos climáticos e de desastres”. O fórum foi organizado conjuntamente pelo governo de Moçambique e pelo Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento para promover o financiamento de riscos de desastres do ADRiFi no continente.

O Programa Africano de Financiamento de Riscos de Catástrofes (ADRiFi) reforça a preparação financeira dos países contra choques climáticos, apoiando o seguro de risco soberano, melhorando a modelação de riscos e integrando o financiamento de riscos de catástrofes nos quadros políticos nacionais em toda a África.

No âmbito do ADRiFi, o Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento fornece financiamento e subsidia prémios de seguro para os países africanos participantes, ao mesmo tempo que reforça a sua capacidade de gerir os riscos climáticos. O Grupo Africano de Capacidade de Risco (ARC) fornece o seguro de risco soberano e garante pagamentos rápidos quando os limiares de catástrofes são ativados, enquanto os países doadores, incluindo o Reino Unido, Suíça, Canadá, Noruega e Países Baixos, contribuem com financiamento através do Fundo Fiduciário Multidoadores para apoiar a implementação do programa.

Para assinalar a receção dos fundos dos prémios por Moçambique, foi entregue um cheque simbólico a Albertina Fruquia Fumane, Secretária Permanente do Ministério das Finanças de Moçambique, que descreveu as políticas de seguro de risco do país como “um instrumento estratégico de antecipação que permite ao Estado proteger os mais vulneráveis, manter a estabilidade social e mitigar os impactos económicos dos choques climáticos recorrentes”. 

O líder do Grupo Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento para a redução do risco do financiamento agrícola e resiliência climática, Andrew Mude, enfatizou a urgência de implementar programas de seguro climático: “Os impactos climáticos estão a intensificar-se em toda a África”, afirmou. “O Programa Africano de Financiamento do Risco de Catástrofes mobilizou mais de 150 milhões de dólares para apoiar 16 nações africanas, salvaguardando mais de seis milhões de pessoas e demonstrando o potencial transformador das soluções financeiras estratégicas na salvaguarda de vidas e meios de subsistência”.

A Embaixadora Elsbeth Akkerman, dos Países Baixos, em representação dos doadores do Fundo Fiduciário Multidoadores ADRiFi, afirmou: “Mais importante ainda é o governo de Moçambique, através do Ministro das Finanças, que defende o ADRiFi, juntamente com outros governos africanos, o Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento e a Capacidade Africana de Risco; é a liderança africana que permite o sucesso”.

O vice-presidente do Instituto Nacional de Gestão e Redução de Riscos de Desastres (INGD), Gabriel Belem Monteiro, a agência executora, considerou o Fórum de Financiamento de Riscos Climáticos e de Desastres de 2025 “uma oportunidade estratégica para reforçar as capacidades, alinhar as políticas e consolidar a liderança africana na gestão de riscos de desastres”.

Anthony Mothae Maruping, presidente do conselho da Capacidade Africana de Risco, parceira do programa ADRiFi, apresentou a experiência de Moçambique como um modelo para o continente. “Isto envia uma mensagem poderosa ao resto do continente: quando África lidera com visão e unidade, África vence”, afirmou.

A Diretora Nacional do Programa Alimentar Mundial em Moçambique, Claire Conan, enfatizou a urgência de agir rapidamente: “O seguro paramétrico é mais do que um instrumento financeiro – é um compromisso com a ação proativa. Num mundo onde os recursos são cada vez mais limitados, agir rapidamente, de forma eficiente e com base em evidências não é apenas uma boa prática – é um imperativo moral e económico”.

Os participantes do fórum aproveitaram para fazer uma visita no terreno às comunidades afetadas pela seca no distrito de Magude, província de Maputo, o que lhes permitiu observar diretamente como os prémios de seguro proporcionam um apoio tangível às comunidades mais afetadas. 

Distribuído pelo Grupo APO para African Development Bank Group (AfDB).

Contacto para os media:
Elisângela Cristo
Departamento de Comunicação e Relações Externas
media@afdb.org

About O Grupo Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento:
O Grupo Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento é a principal instituição financeira de desenvolvimento em África. Inclui três entidades distintas: o Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento (AfDB), o Fundo Africano de Desenvolvimento (ADF) e o Fundo Fiduciário da Nigéria (NTF). Presente no terreno em 41 países africanos, com uma representação externa no Japão, o Banco contribui para o desenvolvimento económico e o progresso social dos seus 54 Estados-membros. Mais informações em www.AfDB.org/pt

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Mozambique Receives $2 Million Insurance Premium for Drought Protection as African Risk Financing Programme Reaches $150 Million Milestone

Source: APO

Mozambique received a $2 million insurance premium for drought protection covering the 2025-2026 agricultural season, marking the country’s third consecutive year of coverage under the African Development Bank’s disaster risk financing programme (www.AfDB.org).

The premium was announced during the 2025 Climate and Disaster Risk Financing Forum (CDRFI), held from October 14 to 16 under the theme “Building Africa’s Resilience through Transformative Climate and Disaster Risk Financing and Insurance.” The forum was jointly organised by the government of Mozambique and the African Development Bank to advance ADRiFi’s disaster risk financing on the continent.

The Africa Disaster Risk Financing Programme (ADRiFi) strengthens country’s financial preparedness against climate shocks by supporting sovereign risk insurance, enhancing risk modelling, and integrating disaster risk financing into national policy frameworks across Africa.

Under ADRiFi, the African Development Bank provides financing and subsidises insurance premiums for participating African countries while strengthening their capacity to manage climate risks. The African Risk Capacity Group (ARC) delivers the sovereign risk insurance and rapid payouts when disaster thresholds are triggered, while donor countries including the UK, Switzerland, Canada, Norway, and the Netherlands contribute funding through the Multi-Donor Trust Fund to support program implementation.

To mark Mozambique’s receipt of premium funds, a ceremonial cheque was presented to Albertina Fruquia Fumane, Permanent Secretary at Mozambique’s Ministry of Finance. She described the country’s risk insurance policies as “a strategic instrument of anticipation that enables the state to protect the most vulnerable, maintain social stability, and mitigate the economic impacts of recurring climate shocks.”

The African Development Bank Group’s Lead for De-Risking Agricultural Finance and Climate Resilience Andrew Mude emphasised the urgency of putting climate insurance programs in place: “Climate impacts are intensifying across Africa,” he said. “The Africa Disaster Risk Financing Programme has mobilized over $150 million in support of 16 African nations, safeguarding more than six million people and demonstrating the transformative potential of strategic financial solutions in safeguarding lives and livelihoods.”

Ambassador Elsbeth Akkerman of the Netherlands, representing the ADRiFi Multi-Donor Trust Fund donors, said: “Most importantly, it is the government of Mozambique, through the Minister of Finance, that champions of ADRiFi- together with other African governments, the African Development Bank and the African Risk Capacity. It is the African leadership that enables success.”  ADRiFi donors include the United Kingdom, Canada, the Netherlands, Norway, and Switzerland.

Vice-President of the National Institute for Disaster Risk Management and Reduction (INGD), Gabriel Belem Monteiro, the executing agency, called the 2025 Climate and Disaster Risk Financing Forum “a strategic opportunity to strengthen capabilities, align policies, and consolidate African leadership in disaster risk management.”

Anthony Mothae Maruping, Board Chairperson of the African Risk Capacity, a partner in the ADRiFi program, framed Mozambique’s experience as a model for the continent. “This sends a powerful message to the rest of the continent: when Africa leads with foresight and unity, Africa wins,” Maruping said.

Country Director of the World Food Programme in Mozambique, Ms. Claire Conan, emphasized the urgency of acting early: “Parametric insurance is more than a financial instrument—it’s a commitment to proactive action. In a world where resources are increasingly limited, acting early, efficiently, and based on evidence is not just good practice—it is a moral and economic imperative.”

Forum attendees took the time to make a field visit to drought-affected communities in Magude District, Maputo Province, enabling them to observe directly how insurance premiums deliver tangible support to hard hit communities.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Development Bank Group (AfDB).

Media contact:
Elisângela Cristo
email: media@afdb.org

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Le Mozambique reçoit une prime d’assurance de deux millions de dollars pour la protection contre la sécheresse tandis que le Programme de financement des risques de catastrophe en Afrique (ADRiFi) atteint le cap des 150 millions de dollars

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Le Mozambique a reçu une prime d’assurance de deux millions de dollars pour la protection contre la sécheresse couvrant la saison agricole 2025-2026. Il s’agit de la troisième année consécutive de couverture du pays dans le cadre du Programme de financement des risques de catastrophe en Afrique de la Banque africaine de développement (www.AfDB.org).

Cette prime a été annoncée lors du Forum sur le financement des risques climatiques et de catastrophes 2025 (CDRFI), qui s’est tenu du 14 au 16 octobre sur le thème suivant : « Renforcer la résilience de l’Afrique grâce à un financement et une assurance transformateurs des risques climatiques et de catastrophes ». Le forum était coorganisé par le gouvernement du Mozambique et la Banque africaine de développement afin de promouvoir le financement des risques de catastrophe de l’ADRiFi sur le continent.

Le Programme de financement des risques de catastrophe en Afrique (ADRiFi) renforce la préparation financière des pays contre les chocs climatiques en soutenant l’assurance des risques souverains, en améliorant la modélisation des risques et en intégrant le financement des risques de catastrophe dans les cadres politiques nationaux dans l’ensemble de l’Afrique.

Dans le cadre de l’ADRiFi, la Banque africaine de développement fournit des financements et subventionne les primes d’assurance pour les pays africains participants tout en renforçant leur capacité à gérer les risques climatiques. L’African Risk Capacity Group (ARC) fournit l’assurance contre les risques souverains et procède à des versements rapides lorsque les seuils de catastrophe sont atteints, tandis que les pays donateurs, notamment le Royaume-Uni, la Suisse, le Canada, la Norvège et les Pays-Bas, contribuent au financement par l’intermédiaire du Fonds fiduciaire multidonateurs pour soutenir la mise en œuvre du programme.

Pour marquer la réception du montant de la prime par le Mozambique, un chèque de cérémonie a été remis à Albertina Fruquia Fumane, secrétaire permanente du ministère mozambicain des Finances. Elle a décrit les politiques d’assurance contre les risques du pays comme étant « un instrument stratégique d’anticipation qui permet à l’État de protéger les plus vulnérables, de maintenir la stabilité sociale et d’atténuer les impacts économiques des chocs climatiques récurrents. »

Andrew Mude, responsable de la réduction des risques liés au financement agricole et à la résilience climatique au sein du Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement, a souligné l’urgence de mettre en place des programmes d’assurance climatique : « Les impacts climatiques s’intensifient dans toute l’Afrique », a-t-il alerté. « Le Programme de financement des risques de catastrophe en Afrique a mobilisé plus de 150 millions de dollars en faveur de 16 pays africains, protégeant plus de six millions de personnes et démontrant le potentiel transformateur des solutions financières stratégiques dans la préservation des vies et des moyens de subsistance. »

L’ambassadrice des Pays-Bas, Elsbeth Akkerman, représentait les donateurs du Fonds fiduciaire multidonateurs ADRiFi. « Plus important encore, c’est le gouvernement du Mozambique, par l’intermédiaire du ministre des Finances, qui se fait le champion de l’ADRiFi, aux côtés d’autres gouvernements africains, de la Banque africaine de développement et de l’African Risk Capacity. Le leadership africain est la clé du succès », a-t-elle souligné. Les pays donateurs de l’ADRiFi sont le Royaume-Uni, le Canada, les Pays-Bas, la Norvège et la Suisse.

Gabriel Belem Monteiro, vice-président de l’Institut national pour la gestion et la réduction des risques de catastrophes (INGD), l’agence d’exécution, a qualifié le Forum sur le financement des risques climatiques et de catastrophes 2025 « d’opportunité stratégique pour renforcer les capacités, aligner les politiques et consolider le leadership africain en matière de gestion des risques de catastrophe ».

Anthony Mothae Maruping, président du Conseil d’administration de l’African Risk Capacity, partenaire du programme ADRiFi, a qualifié l’expérience du Mozambique de modèle pour le continent. « Cela envoie un message fort au reste du continent : l’Afrique gagne lorsqu’elle fait preuve de prévoyance et d’unité », a déclaré M. Maslo.

La directrice du Programme alimentaire mondial (PAM) au Mozambique, Claire Conan, a mis l’accent sur l’urgence d’agir tôt : « L’assurance paramétrique est plus qu’un instrument financier : c’est un engagement en faveur d’une action proactive. Dans un monde où les ressources sont de plus en plus limitées, agir tôt, efficacement et en se fondant sur des données probantes n’est pas seulement une bonne pratique, c’est un impératif moral et économique. »

Les participants au forum ont pris le temps d’effectuer une visite de terrain auprès des communautés touchées par la sécheresse dans le district de Magude (province de Maputo), ce qui leur a permis de constater directement la manière dont les primes d’assurance apportent un soutien tangible aux communautés durement touchées.

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

Contact médias :
Elisângela Cristo
Département de la communication et des relations extérieures
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Joint Statement between Malaysia and the Republic of South Africa on the occasion of the Official Visit of His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa to Malaysia, Malaysia

Source: President of South Africa –

At the invitation of the Honourable Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia, His Excellency Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa, undertook an Official Visit to Malaysia in conjunction with the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits from 24 to 27 October 2025. This marked President Ramaphosa’s first official visit to Malaysia since assuming the Presidency on 15 February 2018. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations on 8 November 1993, Malaysia and the Republic of South Africa have enjoyed a strong and enduring partnership, underpinned by mutual respect, shared values, and common aspirations.

President Ramaphosa was received by Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim and accorded a ceremonial welcome at Perdana Square, Prime Minister’s Office in Putrajaya on 25 October 2025. Following the ceremony, both leaders held a meeting to review the current state of bilateral relations of Malaysia and the Republic of South Africa and exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual interest. Both leaders also reaffirmed the bonds of friendship between the two nations and their aspirations to build a more dynamic and resilient partnership. The substantive discussions were held in a warm and cordial atmosphere, reflecting the deep trust and shared commitment of both sides.

Both leaders recognised the importance of revitalising bilateral relations and expressed their commitment to enhancing cooperation in key areas, including trade and investment; halal industry; agriculture; defence; science, technology and innovation; education; tourism and culture; transport; and capacity building. They recognised that enhanced collaboration in these sectors would deliver tangible benefits to the peoples of both countries and contribute to sustainable development and inclusive economic growth.

Both leaders expressed confidence in the continued growth of bilateral relations and noted the considerable untapped economic potentials between Malaysia and the Republic of South Africa. They further agreed to strengthen trade and investment linkages by facilitating participation of businesses from both countries in trade fairs, exhibitions, and business forums.

Malaysia expressed its intention to expand exports of MSPO-certified palm oil to the Republic of South Africa, in support of the country’s growing demand for sustainably produced food and ingredients within its food processing and manufacturing sectors. Both leaders highlighted the importance of enhancing cooperation including research, training programmes, and green manufacturing in the palm oil industry, recognising Malaysia’s position as a global leader in sustainable palm oil production and the Republic of South Africa’s potential as a strategic partner and emerging market. Both sides further agreed to explore opportunities for joint ventures, technology transfer, and capacity-building initiatives to strengthen collaboration and promote sustainable growth in this sector.

Acknowledging the strategic importance of technological advancement, both leaders agreed to strengthen cooperation in the field of semiconductor. Both sides recognised Malaysia’s role as a global hub and leading exporter in the semiconductor industry, and expressed commitment to leverage this expertise to promote knowledge-sharing, joint research, and capacity-building. The Republic of South Africa is keen to export to Malaysia iron and related products, aircraft and spacecrafts components, machineries and parts while also encouraged Malaysia to consider investing in green hydrogen, mineral beneficiation, energy infrastructure, energy battery storage and distribution and automotive.

Recognising the growing global demand for halal products and services, both Leaders agreed to enhance cooperation in the halal sector, capitalising on Malaysia’s expertise as a globally recognised leader in this field. Both countries reaffirmed their commitment to facilitating mutual recognition of halal certification, strengthening the halal food supply chain and manufacturing of halal products, as well as exchanging best practices in halal standards and certification processes. Both countries agreed to further explore mutually beneficial opportunities for joint cooperation in utilising the Republic of South Africa as a Halal Hub to access the huge market for halal consumers in Africa.

Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in agriculture, particularly in the areas of food security, sustainable farming practices, agro-based industries, and agro-tourism. They agreed to explore opportunities for joint ventures and collaborative initiatives in the areas of technology transfer, capacity building, and innovation in agriculture.

Recognising that bilateral defence relations are underpinned by the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defence Cooperation signed in 1996, both leaders welcomed the initiative to review the MoU through a Protocol of Amendment aimed at revitalising and strengthening defence cooperation in line with current strategic priorities. They further agreed to reactivate the Defence Committee (DEFCOM) as the primary platform of engagement and implementation of the strategic objectives between Ministries of Defence for both countries, with its reactivation expected to commence in 2026. Both leaders also reaffirmed their shared commitment to deepen collaboration in emerging areas of defence cooperation such as military training and exercises, maritime safety and security, defence science, technology, and industry to deepen existing relations in joint ventures, technology transfer, modernisation, maintenance and repair of defence equipment as well as technology transfer towards mutual interests and partnership.

Both leaders reaffirmed the significance of science, technology, and innovation (STI), as well as especially disruptive technology, as key drivers of economic growth and transformation. They agreed to promote collaboration in emerging sector, particularly through joint research and development, knowledge-sharing, technology transfer, science diplomacy, and capacity-building to strengthen innovation ecosystems in both countries. Both leaders also concurred that the government-led research and innovation must establish robust, reliable research and funding to facilitate sustained collaboration.

Both leaders underscored the importance of education as the cornerstone of sustainable development and shared prosperity. They agreed to enhance cooperation between higher education institutions, promote academic and student exchanges, and strengthen collaboration in technical and vocational education and training (TVET), including joint research and scholarship programmes to nurture future-ready talent and advance knowledge-based growth.

Both leaders acknowledged the significance of culture and tourism in strengthening people-to-people ties and fostering mutual understanding. They agreed to deepen cooperation through exchanges in the fields of arts, heritage, creative industries, and tourism promotion. Both leaders expressed optimism about expanding cooperation in the field of tourism, particularly in the context of Visit Malaysia 2026 (VM2026) and Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026 (MYMT2026) campaigns, as well as the Republic of South Africa’s rich cultural and natural heritages.

Recognising the importance of enhancing connectivity between Malaysia and the Republic of South Africa as a key enabler of trade, tourism, and people-to-people linkages, both leaders encouraged continued collaboration between relevant ministries and agencies, to explore opportunities in the maritime, aviation, and logistics sectors. Both leaders welcomed the private sector participation in areas related to rail transport, logistics, and infrastructure development towards facilitating greater economic integration between the two countries.

Both leaders noted with satisfaction the continued success of the Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP) in supporting capacity-building initiatives in the Republic of South Africa. Malaysia reaffirmed its commitment to further strengthen cooperation under the MTCP, especially in the areas of education, healthcare, semiconductor and renewable energy.

In realising the full potential of the bilateral relations, both Leaders underscored the importance of maintaining regular high-level exchanges, consultations, and close coordination at all levels. They also agreed to continue fostering dialogue and collaboration on regional and international issues of common concern within the framework of multilateral organisations including the United Nations (UN), the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), and the Commonwealth.

The President of the Republic of South Africa extended his warm congratulations to the Prime Minister and expressed his strong support for Malaysia’s ASEAN Chairmanship. The President conveyed confidence in Malaysia’s leadership in advancing ASEAN’s goals of deeper regional integration, peace, and prosperity. The Prime Minister, in turn, commended the Republic of South Africa’s important role as the G20 Presidency as well as its significant contributions within BRICS in promoting inclusive growth, multilateral cooperation, and global solidarity. Both leaders further agreed to explore avenues of cooperation within BRICS, with a view to advancing shared interests and strengthening further South-South collaboration.

Both Malaysia and the Republic of South Africa reaffirmed their commitment to intensifying cooperation under the ASEAN-South Africa Sectoral Dialogue Partnership framework. Malaysia also expressed its readiness to work closely with the Republic of South Africa to advance shared priorities within ASEAN, including the promotion of regional peace, stability, and prosperity.

Both leaders reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to promoting peace, stability, and justice in the international arena. They noted the active cooperation on key issues within the framework of international organisations, particularly the United Nations (UN), the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), and the Commonwealth, and reaffirmed their commitment to mutual support for each other’s initiatives and candidatures to international bodies.

Both leaders strongly condemned the atrocities in Gaza and reiterated their steadfast support for the Palestinian people’s inalienable right to self-determination and the establishment of a sovereign, viable, contiguous, and independent Palestinian state. They welcomed initiatives aimed at achieving an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire; removal of blockade on Gaza; the protection of all civilians; and the unimpeded flow of humanitarian assistance to those affected. Both leaders emphasised the importance of achieving a just, comprehensive, and solution that would bring lasting peace and stability to the region. Malaysia commended the leadership of the President of the Republic of South Africa for initiating proceedings before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) concerning the situation in Gaza.

Both leaders further agreed on the necessity of upholding the international order based on the principles of the UN Charter, including the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states. Both leaders reaffirmed that military action is never a viable means to resolve any conflict, and that a lasting peace must be pursued through diplomacy, dialogue and collective multilateral efforts.

President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa conveyed his deep appreciation and sincere gratitude to Prime Minister Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim and the Government of Malaysia for the warm welcome and gracious hospitality extended to him and his delegation during the visit. In return, the President of the Republic of South Africa expressed his keen anticipation of welcoming the Prime Minister of Malaysia at the upcoming G20 Summit to be held from 22 to 23 November 2025 in Johannesburg, Republic of South Africa.

Both leaders reaffirmed their confidence that the outcomes of this visit would further strengthen the bonds of friendship and cooperation between Malaysia and the Republic of South Africa, while paving the way towards a brighter, more prosperous, and mutually beneficial future for both nations.

ISSUED BY: THE PRESIDENCY OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA

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South Africa, Malaysia to ‘recalibrate’ ties – President Ramaphosa

Source: Government of South Africa

Saturday, October 25, 2025

By Neo Bodumela

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – South Africa and Malaysia are poised to “revive and reposition” relations with a view of deepening ties and expanding trade between the two countries.

This is the word from President Cyril Ramaphosa, who was delivering opening remarks at the Official Talks between South Africa and Malaysia at the official residence of Malaysia Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, Seri Perdana in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday.

The President is on a Working Visit to the country as part of a three-nation visit to the Southeast Asia region, which included State Visits to Indonesia and Vietnam.

“The visit that we are undertaking today here is quite an important one and, for us, quite historic because our contact both at trade level and investment level tapered down over the years. [However] today due to your insistence…you have insisted that we should recalibrate our relationship and we should reboot it, revive and reposition it. 

“For me…it should be very much based on how we should deal with each other on trade, on investment and on support for each other on diplomatic matters internationally and otherwise,” the President said.

He noted that with South Africa’s expertise in areas like food production and Malaysia’s proficiency in technological advancements mean that the relationship is mutually beneficial.

“We have learnt a lot from Malaysia. We have learnt from your best practice in many ways. This visit builds on many years of cooperation.

“Of particular interest to our countries, the position that Malaysia occupies as a leading global hub on a number of fronts…semi-conductors, technology and AI as well as areas like food products.

“We do believe that those are areas that we can cooperate in. This, in many ways, provides Malaysia and South Africa with a mutually beneficial opportunity to base our relationship on substantive issues that solidify our goals,”

The President has invited Malaysia to participate at the G20 Leaders’ Summit, to be hosted by South Africa in November 2025.

“Your participation in the G20 is going to lift that summit. We are ready to receive up to 60 Heads of State, and we are delighted that you will be amongst the leaders that we will be having,” he said. – SAnews.gov.za