Source: Government of Qatar
New York| September 24, 2025
The State of Qatar participated in the High Level Meeting of Like-Minded Global South Countries, held on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
The Qatari delegation to the meeting was headed by HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi.
Source: Government of Qatar
New York| September 24, 2025
The State of Qatar participated in the joint ministerial meeting between Their Highnesses and Excellencies the foreign ministers of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and the French Republic, held on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
The delegation of the State of Qatar to the meeting was headed by HE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi.
Source: Government of Qatar
New York|September 24 , 2025
The State of Qatar participated in the High-Level Ministerial Meeting on the Responsibility to Protect (R2P), held on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
The State of Qatar was represented at the meeting by HE Director of the International Organizations Department at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Sheikha Hanouf bint Abdulrahman Al-Thani.
Source: Africa Press Organisation – French
La Fondation Merck (www.Merck-Foundation.com), branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne, a récemment organisé la 7ème Édition du Sommet MFFLI 2025 de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck. Elle a été inaugurée par le Prof. Dr. Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman du Conseil d’Administration de la Fondation Merck, et la Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck et Présidente de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck, et S.E. Mme MARIA DE FATIMA VILA NOVA, La Première Dame de São Tomé et Príncipe et Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » aux côtés des Premières Dames d’Angola, Cap-Vert, République Centrafricaine, Gabon, Gambie, Ghana, Kenya, Libéria, Maldives, Mozambique, Nigéria, Sénégal, et Zimbabwe.
Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej a exprimé : « J’ai été ravie de rencontrer ma chère sœur S.E. Mme MARIA DE FATIMA VILA NOVA, La Première Dame de São Tomé et Príncipe & Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » lors de la 7ème Édition du Sommet de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck 2025. Nous avons discuté de nos programmes conjoints pour renforcer les capacités des soins de santé, soutenir l’éducation des filles et aborder un large éventail des problèmes sanitaires et sociaux.
Je suis heureuse de partager que nous avons fourni plusieurs bourses aux médecins locaux dans les domaines des soins en Oncologie et Diabète. En outre, nous, grâce à notre programme Éduquer Linda, nous parrainons l’éducation de 40 écolières les plus brillantes mais défavorisées, jusqu’à leur diplôme.
S.E. Mme Maria de Fatima Vila Nova, La Première Dame de São Tomé et Príncipe & Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » a déclaré : « C’est un grand honneur de faire partie de la 7ème Édition de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck et de rencontrer ma chère sœur Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej. Notre partenariat a marqué un chapitre transformatif pour São Tomé et Príncipe, en tant que travailler sur de nombreux programmes significatifs au profit de notre peuple, cela se produit pour la première fois.
Je suis particulièrement fière d’avoir lancé le programme « Éduquer Linda » dans notre pays, à travers lequel nous soutenons 40 écolières brillantes mais défavorisées pour poursuivre leurs études. Il ne s’agit pas seulement de l’éducation ; Il s’agit de transformer l’avenir d’une génération entière. Nos efforts sont tout aussi importants pour renforcer notre capacité de santé en offrant des bourses spécialisées dans les domaines critiques des soins en Oncologie et Diabète ».
Regardez le discours de la Première Dame de São Tomé et Príncipe et Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu’une Mère » lors du Sommet de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck 2025 ici : https://apo-opa.co/47VAiqa
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Le deuxième jour du Sommet, une réunion du comité de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck – MFFLI a eu lieu entre les Premières Dames d’Afrique et le Chairman et la CEO de la Fondation Merck. Au cours de cette réunion, les Premières Dames d’Afrique et d’Asie ont partagé le rapport d’impact des programmes de la Fondation Merck dans leurs pays respectifs et ont discuté de la stratégie future.
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« La Fondation Merck a accordé au total 2 280 bourses à des médecins de 52 pays dans 44 spécialités critiques et mal desservies. Notre vision est que chacun puisse mener une vie saine et heureuse », a déclaré la Sénatrice, Dr. Rasha Kelej.
La Fondation Merck, en collaboration avec le Bureau de la Première Dame de São Tomé et Príncipe, a également organisé 2 éditions de sa Formation des Médias sur la Santé En Ligne afin de souligner le rôle essentiel des médias dans la résolution des problèmes sociaux et de santé critiques.
La Fondation Merck a également lancé un Appel à Candidatures pour ses 8 prix importants, en partenariat avec la Première Dame de São Tomé et Príncipe, destinés aux médias, aux musiciens, aux créateurs de mode, aux cinéastes, aux étudiants et aux nouveaux talents potentiels dans ces domaines.
De plus, en partenariat avec la Première Dame de São Tomé et Príncipe, la Fondation Merck a également 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 ». Les livres de contes lancés en langue portugaise, abordent diverses questions sociales et sanitaires, telles que la lutte contre la stigmatisation liée à l’infertilité, le soutien à l’éducation des filles, la lutte contre la violence sexiste, la sensibilisation sur le diabète et l’hypertension. Les livres de contes ont été lancés en langue portugaise.
La 7ème édition de l’Initiative des Premières Dames de la Fondation Merck a été diffusée en direct sur les réseaux sociaux de Merck Foundation et Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck :
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La Fondation Merck transforme le paysage des soins aux patients et écrit l’histoire avec ses partenaires en Afrique, en Asie et au-delà, à travers :
• Plus de 2280 Bourses offertes par la Fondation Merck pour les médecins de 52 pays dans 44 spécialités médicales critiques et mal desservies.
La Fondation Merck crée également un changement de culture et brise le silence sur un large éventail de problèmes sociaux et sanitaires en Afrique et dans les communautés mal desservies grâce à :
• Plus de 3700 Journalistes de plus de 35 pays formés pour mieux sensibiliser sur les différents problèmes sociaux et sanitaires.
• 8 Prix Différents lancés chaque année pour la meilleure couverture médiatique, les créateurs de mode, les films et les chansons.
• Environ 30 chansons pour aborder les problèmes sanitaires et sociaux par des chanteurs locaux à travers l’Afrique.
• 8 livres de contes pour enfants en trois langues – anglais, français et portugais.
• 7 Films d’Animation de Sensibilisation en cinq langues : Anglais, Français, Portugais, Espagnol et Swahili pour sensibiliser sur la prévention et le dépistage précoce du diabète et de l’hypertension et soutenir l’éducation des filles.
• Programme Télévisé Panafricain « Notre Afrique par la Fondation Merck » abordant les problèmes sociaux et sanitaires en Afrique à travers la communauté « Mode et L’Art avec un But ».
• Plus de 950 bourses accordées à des écolières africaines brillantes mais défavorisées pour leur permettre de terminer leurs études.
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À propos de la Fondation Merck :
La Fondation Merck, créée en 2017, est la branche philanthropique de Merck KGaA Allemagne, vise à améliorer la santé et le bien-être des populations et à faire progresser leur vie grâce à la science et à la technologie. Nos efforts sont principalement axés sur l’amélioration de l’accès à des solutions de soins de santé de qualité et équitables dans les communautés mal desservies, à renforcer les capacités de recherche sur les soins de santé et la recherche scientifique, l’autonomisation des filles à travers l’éducation et l’autonomisation des personnes en STEM (Science, Technologie, Ingénierie et Mathématiques) avec un accent particulier sur les femmes et les jeunes. Tous les communiqués de presse de la Fondation Merck sont distribués par e-mail en même temps qu’ils deviennent disponibles sur le site Web de la Fondation Merck. Veuillez visiter www.Merck-Foundation.com pour en savoir plus. Pour en savoir plus, contactez nos réseaux sociaux de la Fondation Merck : Facebook (https://apo-opa.co/4mrtlAs), X (https://apo-opa.co/4mserKw), Instagram (https://apo-opa.co/3KdoRjK), YouTube (https://apo-opa.co/4mvwsrs), Threads (https://apo-opa.co/3KyvZqR) et Flickr (https://apo-opa.co/46NE83o).
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.
Source: Government of South Africa
Eskom has moved to confirm the structural integrity of safety monitoring at the Koeberg Nuclear Power Station in Cape Town.
“Recent commentary suggesting that Eskom is ‘flying blind’ at Koeberg Nuclear Power Station is inaccurate and misleading. Eskom confirms that all safety-critical systems are fully functional, carefully monitored, and continuously improved in line with strict nuclear safety standards,” it said in a statement on Wednesday.
The power utility said that Koeberg’s containment buildings, the massive concrete domes designed to prevent any release of radiation in the event of an incident, have undergone rigorous structural assessments.
These assessments included concrete core sampling and mechanical testing, conducted by reputable and independent institutions in line with international nuclear safety standards, confirmed that the material properties remain sound and well within safety margins.
It further added that the results of the Integrated Leak Rate Test (ILRT) that was recently concluded on Unit 1 further validated the structural integrity of the containment buildings and the data that is being used.
“The results of various tests and data analyses confirm that both containment structures at Koeberg are fit for continued operation for at least the next 20 years. Monitoring systems such as strain gauges and crack detectors continuously track structural behaviour over time, enabling early detection of any anomalies and supporting proactive, preventative maintenance.”
Additionally, the existing containment monitoring instrumentation was fully refurbished and restored during the 2023 and 2024 maintenance cycles. In 2025, Eskom installed Vibrating Wire Strain Gauges (VWSGs) and optical fibre sensors to enhance the precision, redundancy, and reliability of structural monitoring. The upgrades are part of Eskom’s proactive approach to safety—not a response to any immediate risk.
“A modification to install new monitoring instruments to enhance monitoring of the containment building is planned for the medium to long term, aimed at continuous improvement and aligned with global best practices.”
The utility said it operates Koeberg with a safety-first mindset, under the strict oversight of the National Nuclear Regulator and in full alignment with international nuclear safety conventions.
“Assertions that safety tests have been skipped or that Eskom is operating ‘blind’ are not only inaccurate—they undermine the rigorous engineering and regulatory processes that govern nuclear operations.”
The Integrated Leak Rate Test is a cornerstone of nuclear safety. It pressurises the containment to accident condition pressure to verify that the containment building is leak tight and capable of containing radioactive release in the unlikely event of an accident.
“The ILRT for Unit 1 was successfully completed during Outage 127 in 2025, and the ILRT for Unit 2 is scheduled for Outage 227, in line with the 10-year testing cycle required by international standards.”
It emphasised that the 10-year interval that it has adopted is in line with the standard practice at most nuclear power plants in France. In the United States, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has endorsed a risk-informed methodology that allows licensees to apply for a permanent, performance-based extension of the ILRT surveillance interval from 10 to 15 years.
“Therefore, the 10-year interval Eskom has adopted aligns with best practices worldwide, and there is currently no performance-based data that requires Eskom to adjust the ILRT interval to every five years.”
The power utility stressed that Koeberg remains one of the most closely monitored and well-maintained nuclear facilities on the continent.
“Eskom will continue to invest in its safety systems, infrastructure, and personnel to ensure that Koeberg remains a reliable, secure, and compliant source of energy for South Africa. Eskom assures the public that the containment buildings of both Unit 1 and Unit 2 at Koeberg Nuclear Power Station are safe and fully capable of performing their intended design function.” –SAnews.gov.za
Source: Government of South Africa
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, will hold a media briefing on Thursday, 25 September 2025, to announce interventions aimed at ending load reduction.
Load reduction involves the intentional interruption of electricity supply in specific areas where the local network is overloaded, particularly during times of peak demand.
This measure is essential to safeguard critical infrastructure, particularly in areas affected by high energy losses or illegal connections that place excessive strain on the isolated networks.
“With load shedding now largely behind us, having served as a nationally coordinated, rotational power interruption to protect the integrity of the electricity grid, the spotlight shifts to tackling load reduction,” the advisory read.
The briefing will be held in Pretoria. – SAnews.gov.za
Source: Government of South Africa
The Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube, has taken action to protect learners following reports of alleged sexual abuse in schools in the Eastern Cape.
“The Minister has taken steps to ensure that the law is enforced, learners are safeguarded, and accountability is demanded from those who abuse their positions of trust or attempt to destabilise schools,” the Department of Basic Education (DBE) said in a statement.
The Eastern Cape Department of Education has reported that seven educators at St John’s College have been accused of sexually abusing learners, which has led to several pregnancies.
In response, the learners staged protests, calling for accountability and protection for their peers.
The provincial department has since announced that the implicated educators have been placed on precautionary suspension while a formal investigation is conducted.
In addition, allegations of sexual harassment have emerged on social media regarding JS Skenjana Senior Secondary School.
The department has stated that an investigative team from outside the district has been appointed to probe the allegations, following concerns that earlier reports were not adequately addressed.
In the meantime, the provincial department will also be providing psychosocial support for affected learners.
The Minister emphasised that reporting sexual offences by schools is a legal obligation, not a matter of choice.
According to Section 54 of the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act of 2007, anyone who is aware of a sexual offence against a child is required to report it to the South African Police Service (SAPS).
“Likewise, Section 110 of the Children’s Act places a statutory obligation on educators and other professionals working with children to report suspected abuse or neglect. Failure to comply with these provisions constitutes a criminal offence,” said the DBE on Tuesday.
The Minister has engaged with the MEC for Education in the Eastern Cape, Fundile Gade, to ensure that these laws are enforced without exception.
“We will not allow predators or disruptors to rob children of their right to safe schooling. Any person who abuses their position of trust will face the full force of the law,” said Gwarube.
In addition, Gwarube has formally requested that the Acting Minister of Police, Professor Firoz Cachalia, ensure a swift and thorough investigation into these allegations.
Gwarube said the recurring reports of sexual abuse in schools underscore the urgent need for a stronger system of detection, reporting, and accountability. The Minister will “consult widely on comprehensive, system-wide measures to root out this scourge once and for all.”
Operation Dudula
In addition, the Minister has also raised concerns with the Acting Minister of Police regarding reported disruptions of schooling by the so-called Operation Dudula movement.
“She has requested that the joint operations structures between the Department of Basic Education, SAPS, and Provincial Education Departments be activated to monitor and manage these disruptions.”
Gwarube further underlined that it is an offence under the South African Schools Act to disrupt teaching and learning.
“No movement, no matter its name or agenda, has the right to hold children’s education hostage. Those who seek to destabilise schools will be met with the full might of the law,” said the Minister.
Gwarube emphasised that the safety of learners is a top priority for the seventh administration.
She reaffirmed her commitment to ensuring that schools are safe spaces for children, free from abuse, intimidation, and disruption. – SAnews.gov.za
Source: APO
The African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies conference will kick-off with a dynamic pre-conference day, designed to set the tone for a week of dealmaking, dialogue and collaboration. Taking place on September 29 ahead of the main conference program – which is scheduled for September 30 to October 3 – the pre-conference program encompasses a series of investor forums and workshops, providing a platform for companies to address challenges, secure investments and foster partnerships across Africa’s evolving energy landscape.
Pre-Conference Investor Forums
The African Energy Chamber, International Energy Forum and S&P Global Commodity Insights will host the Global Energy Leaders Roundtable, convening high-level stakeholders from G20 nations alongside African governments, global energy companies and financial institutions. The session will explore actionable pathways for global collaboration and investment. Premier Invest is hosting the Deal Room during the pre-conference, offering a platform for project sponsors, developers and promoters to showcase oil, gas and energy opportunities. The Deal Room will facilitate new transactions across the sector.
An on-stage conversation will take place on Security & Strategy for a Volatile Energy Market, featuring Erik Prince, Founder of Blackwater, and Scott Taylor, Former US Congressman & Consultant at Taylor Global Strategies. This will be followed by a session on Equatorial Guinea’s New Exploration Drive, featuring the country’s Minister of Hydrocarbons and Mining Development Antonio Oburu Ondo. Equatorial Guinea will launch its upcoming 2026 licensing round during the session, unveiling new offshore and onshore acreage opportunities.
A highlight of the investor forums is the African Farmout Forum, held in partnership with Moyes & Co, Farmout Angel & Envoi Ltd. The session will feature 7-minute pitches, showcasing Africa’s available blocks and acreage. Companies will have access to first-hand insight into available farmout deals in Africa. ExxonMobil will host the ExxonMobil Foundation STEM Africa Challenge 2025 during the pre-conference. The session will see high school students from Nigeria, Angola and Mozambique showcase their innovative projects and compete for top honors in STEM-related disciplines.
Pre-Conference Workshops
The AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 pre-conference will feature a series of workshops, tackling key challenges and opportunities in Africa’s energy industry. Key sessions include the African Energy Insights & Masterclass, hosted by Forvis Mazars; a session on Upstream Permitting Equals Downstream Development, hosted by EnerGeo Alliance; an interactive Oxford-style debate on Maximizing Africa’s Energy Empowerment, led by Wood Mackenzie; and a workshop on The Practical and Legal Realities of Cross-Border Transactions in Africa, hosted by CLG.
Meanwhile, OPEC is expected to lead a workshop on the OPEC World Oil Outlook, offering insight into global trends. A Local Content Panel & Masterclass will take place, led by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board; while S&P Global Commodity Insights will lead a session on The Dangote Refinery and its Impact on the African Refining Balance. The pre-conference will also feature sessions on Securing Energy Self Sufficiency and Energy Management 101: Empowering Africa’s Energy Champions Through Foundational Knowledge. The pre-conference program will round off with a session led by GECF on Natural Gas for Africa’s Sustainable Development while Afreximbank and APPO will offer insight into the Africa Energy Bank through a session on African Energy Bank Take-off: Bridging Oil & Gas Financing Gaps.
“With a focus on driving investment across the entire African energy value chain, the AEW: Invest in African Energies 2025 pre-conference will feature a series of investor forums and workshops, all of which are designed to tackle pressing topics, formulate solutions and advance knowledge-sharing and deals. As a precursor to the main program, the pre-conference is expected to the lay the foundation for this highly-anticipated edition of AEW: Invest in African Energies,” states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
About AEW: Invest in African Energies:
AEW: Invest in African Energies is the platform of choice for project operators, financiers, technology providers and government, and has emerged as the official place to sign deals in African energy. Visit www.AECWeek.com for more information about this exciting event.
Source: APO
The Government is strengthening Community Health Promoters (CHPs) as a key pillar of the health system. CHPs serve as the first point of contact between households and health services, delivering essential health information, preventive care, timely referrals, and promoting healthier lifestyles. Their work is central to Primary Health Care (PHC), the backbone of Universal Health Coverage (UHC), by advancing disease prevention, early detection, and stronger community–facility linkages.
As part of these efforts, the Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards today hosted a meeting focused on empowering CHPs through entrepreneurial initiatives. The discussions centered on how to improve livelihoods while sustaining their critical contribution to the health sector.
The meeting further explored how entrepreneurial training and support programmes can build skills in financial literacy, resource management, and small-scale business ventures. Through partnerships with AMREF Health Africa, Kenya Commercial Bank, and government agencies such as the Cooperative and MSME Departments, these programmes will be rolled out nationwide.
Strengthening these capacities will improve CHPs’ economic resilience, boost morale, and enable them to serve communities with even greater dedication and effectiveness.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health, Kenya.
Source: Government of South Africa
As the country commemorates Heritage Day, Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Minister Bernice Swarts is today leading a government campaign to plant One Million Trees.
The objective of the campaign is to bring all South Africans together to plant trees to mitigate against climate change.
The campaign forms part of the Presidential Ten Million Trees Flagship Programme which aims to mobilise South Africans from all walks of life, three spheres of government, private sector, interfaith formations, business, diplomatic corps, traditional leaders, NGOs and the youth among others to plant trees.
The Deputy Minister is leading the Pretoria leg of the main tree planting events.
The Gauteng leg of the event is taking place at Freedom Park Heritage Site in Salvokop where the Deputy Minister will be joined by various Ambassadors and High Commissioners.
Acting President Paul Mashatile is leading the other tree planting event in Oudtshoorn, Western Cape ahead of the Heritage Day commemorating event.
READ | Deputy President to lead 2025 Heritage Day celebrations
“Acting President Mashatile will be joined by key government leaders including the Minister of [Sport], Arts and Culture, Honourable Gayton McKenzie and various provincial government leaders. In addition, tree-planting activities will take place at Heritage Day events across all nine provinces, led by Premiers and/or MECs responsible for the Environment portfolio,” said the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment.
READ | Call to plant one million trees
The One Million Trees Campaign, launched by Deputy Minister Swarts, is a boost to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Ten Million Trees Programme, which aims to plant 10 million trees over five years through the department’s National Greening Programme.
“The initiative not only contributes to climate resilience but also raises awareness about the importance of tree planting, while encouraging individuals and organisations to pledge and actively take part in greening their environment,” said the department.
Heritage Day recognises and celebrates the cultural wealth of our nation with South Africans celebrating the day by remembering the cultural heritage of the many cultures that make up the population of the country. –SAnews.gov.za
