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Seychelles: President Ramkalawan Inaugurates New Baie Lazare Health Centre

Source: APO


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President Wavel Ramkalawan, accompanied by First Lady Linda Ramkalawan and Vice-President Ahmed Afif, officially inaugurated the newly constructed Baie Lazare Health Centre on Monday afternoon, marking a significant milestone in the district’s healthcare infrastructure development.

The modern healthcare facility replaces the original health centre built in 1938. Entirely funded by the Government of Seychelles at a cost of approximately 9.2 million Seychelles rupees, the project demonstrates the administration’s commitment to enhancing community healthcare services. Construction commenced in February 2024, with temporary healthcare services provided at Baie Lazare Primary School to ensure uninterrupted medical care for residents.

The comprehensive health centre offers an extensive range of services with particular emphasis on preventive care, early detection, and health promotion. The facility features state-of-the-art amenities including public health services, physiotherapy units, dual consultation chambers, an observation unit, an emergency unit, equipment sterilization facilities, antenatal care and family planning consultations, pharmaceutical services, and storage facilities. Additionally, the centre is equipped with an advanced dental service unit featuring a dental X-ray system with high-end equipment generously sponsored by the German Dental Association, demonstrating   international partnership in Seychelles’ healthcare advancement.

Minister for Health Peggy Vidot expressed great honour at the facility’s opening, emphasizing its significance beyond mere infrastructure. “The inauguration represents more than just a new building,  it symbolizes a transformative chapter in the lives of individuals and families within the district,” Minister Vidot remarked. “This vibrant facility will propel the community forward through collective spirit, creating success stories that empower families to embrace healthier lifestyles.”

The Minister highlighted the government’s proactive healthcare approach, emphasizing both treatment and prevention strategies. “We will offer programs and services focused on early prevention, healthcare education, early detection programs, vaccination, and health promotion initiatives to equip residents with the knowledge and resources needed to take charge of their own health,” she explained.

Healthcare Agency Chief Executive Officer Dr. Danny Louange reinforced the agency’s dedication to delivering exceptional healthcare services throughout communities. “Our objective is to offer healthcare services of standard, respect, quality, and dedicated care. This centre is part of a broader national vision for the healthcare agency,” he explained. “We are working toward accrediting all our healthcare services, therefore we must ensure our healthcare facilities meet the standards required for accreditation.”

President Ramkalawan’s address underscored his administration’s commitment to ensuring equitable healthcare access across all districts of Seychelles, with the Baie Lazare Health Centre representing one of several new healthcare infrastructure projects under the current administration.

The ceremony featured a testimony by Baie Lazare resident Mr. Berard Esparon, along with songs and poem recitals by Baie Lazare Primary School students.

The inauguration was attended by the Cabinet Ministers, Speaker of the National Assembly Honorable Roger Mancienne, Brigadier General Jean Attala, Commissioner of Police Mr. Ted Barbe, Member of the National Assembly for the Anse Boileau District Honourable Philip Arissol, Principal Secretary of the Ministry of Health Dr. Bernard Valentin, Public Health Commissioner Dr. Jude Gedeon, representatives from the German Dental Association, healthcare professionals, community leaders, residents, students, and invited guests.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of State House Seychelles.

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First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus S.Lukashevich receives copies of Credentials of the Ambassador of Ethiopia

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On July 28, 2025 the First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus, Sergey Lukashevich, received copies of Credentials from the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to the Republic of Belarus with residence in Moscow,Genet Teshome Jirru. 

During the meeting, topical issues of developing friendly Belarusian-Ethiopian relations were discussed, including deepening political dialogue, increasing trade and economic cooperation, expanding educational and humanitarian ties. 

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus.

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République centrafricaine : Nana-Outa, symbole de la restauration de l’autorité de l’État et de la cohésion sociale

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Située à une cinquantaine de kilomètres au nord-ouest de Kaga-Bandoro, la localité de Ouandago, chef-lieu de la jeune sous-préfecture de Nana-Outa, a réceptionné, le 18 juillet 2025, le bâtiment administratif de la sous-préfecture, et s’impose aujourd’hui comme un modèle émergent de consolidation de la présence étatique en République centrafricaine. Ce progrès remarquable s’inscrit dans une dynamique de stabilisation appuyée par des investissements stratégiques et un accompagnement constant de la MINUSCA.

Cette infrastructure, réalisée dans le cadre des Projets à impact rapide de la MINUSCA, symbolise un renforcement concret des capacités locales. Elle offre un environnement de travail fonctionnel aux autorités locales et permet à la population d’accéder plus facilement aux services publics. 

Nino Pierre Honoré Dangoua, préfet de la Nana-Gribizi, a exprimé sa reconnaissance envers la MINUSCA pour son appui constant à l’extension de l’autorité de l’État « afin de permettre aux autorités locales de se rapprocher des citoyens et de leur fournir les services essentiels dont ils ont besoin. Je suis très content d’inaugurer ce nouvel édifice, qui est un véritable joyau, qui offre au sous-préfet et à son équipe d’excellentes conditions de travail ».

Entre 2023 et 2024, plusieurs réalisations ont consolidé l’ancrage institutionnel et sécuritaire de cette nouvelle entité administrative : la réhabilitation et l’équipement de la Maison des femmes de Nana-Outa, qui offre des formations en cuisine, couture et saponification, la construction de la mairie de Ouandago et de la brigade territoriale de gendarmerie. Ces infrastructures constituent des leviers majeurs pour le développement local, la cohésion sociale et la légitimité des institutions.

« Grâce à l’appui de la MINUSCA, nous avons réussi à recréer le lien social entre toutes les communautés et composantes de la population de notre localité, Ouandago, ainsi que dans les villages environnants. L’autorité de l’État est de retour, l’administration est fonctionnelle. Nous vivons tous en paix et dans l’harmonie », a témoigné Jacqueline Manda, présidente de l’antenne locale de l’Organisation des femmes centrafricaines (OFCA). Elle a également exprimé sa gratitude pour l’implication active des femmes dans les activités de formation et de sensibilisation.

Soucieux de la durabilité des acquis, le maire François Lakouéténé « demande à la population, toutes communautés confondues, de protéger ces bâtiments (la mairie, la gendarmerie, la sous-préfecture et la Maison des femmes), parce que c’est notre patrimoine. On doit l’entretenir et le préserver ».

Un appel auquel Roger Ndomazalé, membre de la Croix-Rouge centrafricaine et habitant de Ouandago, a répondu en s’engageant à « sensibiliser les jeunes à bien protéger les bâtiments bien construits pour permettre aux autorités de l’État de travailler dans de bonnes conditions afin d’améliorer les services publics ».

La remise d’une moto au sous-préfet, en mai 2025, a aussi renforcé les capacités logistiques de l’administration, facilitant notamment le suivi des incidents liés à la transhumance et l’extension des services de proximité vers les zones les plus reculées.

Le regain de stabilité dans la Nana-Outa, longtemps en proie à l’insécurité chronique et aux tensions pastorales, est aussi consécutif au retour effectif des Forces armées centrafricaines (FACA) et des Forces de sécurité intérieure (FSI), avec un impact tangible sur le renforcement de l’autorité de l’État.

L’expérience de Nana-Outa met ainsi en lumière une synergie entre gouvernance locale renforcée, sécurité communautaire et développement durable, exemple inspirant de partenariat stratégique entre acteurs nationaux et internationaux au service de la paix et de la reconstruction en République centrafricaine.

Distribué par APO Group pour United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA).

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Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets the Prime Minister and the Minister of Religious Endowments

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Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Prime Minister, Dr. Moustafa Madbouly, and Minister of Religious Endowments, Dr. Osama Al-Azhari.

Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said the meeting discussed key areas of the Ministry of Endowments’ work and initiatives. Dr. Al-Azhari reviewed progress in the “Correct Your Concepts” awareness initiative, which was recently launched by the ministry. He noted that this initiative is a cornerstone of the ministry’s strategy to build enlightened religious and societal awareness by rectifying misconceptions and countering forms of non-religious extremism that contribute to the decline of values and ethics in society. The initiative also plays a pivotal role in restoring the balanced religious and national character of the Egyptians. President El-Sisi underscored the necessity of persistent follow-up on the initiative’s implementation mechanisms to ensure achieving its national objectives, in coordination with state institutions and civil society.

During the meeting, the President was updated on efforts to formulate a strategic vision for renewing religious discourse. The Minister of Religious Endowments noted that the relevant strategy comprises four main pillars. The first pillar focuses on confronting religious extremism in all its forms and the second addresses all forms of non-religious extremism, including the decline of values and negative behaviors. The third pillar concerns human development, while the fourth one is related to civilization building. Dr. Al-Azhari offered on overview of the “Renewing Religious Discourse” document, which outlines the executive procedures for all the aforementioned pillars in order to achieve the objective of formulating a rational religious discourse that promotes and solidifies values of peace, security, tolerance, and other noble principles for all humanity.

Dr. Al-Azhari outlined the latest developments in the ministry’s new digital platform. He emphasized that the platform is part of ongoing efforts to formulate a rational religious discourse that counters extremist ideologies, safeguards the nation, and enhances public awareness. The Minister of Religious Endowments added that it also encompasses several sections covering various aspects of Islamic and encyclopedic sciences. This is in addition to initiatives to rationalize behavior and address negative phenomena in society such as bullying, harming individuals with special needs, drug abuse, vandalizing public property, and disrespect for road manners. The Minister also discussed future plans to develop the platform and transform its content into visual and audio formats for dissemination across social media, while harnessing Artificial Intelligence technologies.

The meeting also discussed the latest developments in the implementation of the “Voices” competition, which seeks to discover the best voices in the recitation of the Holy Quran, religious invocations, and chanting, thus reflecting Egypt’s leadership in this field and its commitment to identifying outstanding talents. The President gave directives to strengthen coordination among the relevant authorities so as to enhance the capabilities of Imams and qualify distinguished cadres capable of addressing challenges, elevating the standard of religious discourse, and developing communication mechanisms, particularly in combating extremist ideologies and solidifying awareness and understanding of contemporary issues.

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

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Eritrean Community Festival in Scandinavian Countries Concludes

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The 27th annual Eritrean Community Festival in the Scandinavian countries, held from 24 July in Stockholm, concluded with a vibrant expression of national unity and patriotism.

The festival featured seminars, a photo exhibition showcasing national development programs and the activities of the Eritrean community in the Scandinavian countries, children’s and youth programs, exhibitions by villages representing Eritrea’s ethnic groups and national organizations, as well as cultural and artistic performances by a cultural troupe from Eritrea.

Speaking at the concluding event, Mr. Mohammed-Ali Mohammed-Seid, Chargé d’Affaires at the Eritrean Embassy, said the yearly Eritrean Community Festival is an event that promotes national identity and values. He commended the members of the coordinating committee for organizing the colorful national event despite various challenges.

Ms. Tsigereda Berhe, Secretary of the National Holidays Coordinating Committee, stated that the success of the festival reflects the strong participation and commitment of the Eritrean community, as well as the noble Eritrean culture of sharing and mutual support.

The festival was attended by over 28,000 nationals from Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland, as well as from various European countries and the United States.

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

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Egyptian Ambassador to Seychelles pays farewell call on Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism

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As part of his farewell tour, the outgoing Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Republic of Seychelles, H.E. Mr. Wael M. Nasr Eldin M. Attiya, called on the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr. Sylvestre Radegonde on Monday 28th July 2025 at Maison Quéau de Quinssy.

Minister Radegonde thanked Ambassador Attiya for his dedication towards the advancement of the strong bilateral relations between the Seychelles and Egypt.

The diplomats discussed the successful signing of the Visa Waiver Agreement which allows Seychelles’ Official and Diplomatic Passport holders to enter Egypt visa free, the agreement will take effect in the next 30 days. Minister Radegonde also reiterated the wish the Seychelles’ request to sign a similar agreement for normal passport holders.

Collaboration in the areas of Culture, Trade, Tourism, and Health were also discussed, particularly, capacity building for health professionals.

Discussions also took place on the possibility of concluding a Prisoner Transfer Agreement.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Republic of Seychelles.

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L’Ouganda lance le processus de la Contribution déterminée au niveau national (CDN) 3.0, réaffirmant son engagement pour l’action climatique et son ambition

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Le gouvernement ougandais, avec le soutien de la Banque africaine de développement (www.AfDB.org), a lancé le bilan de la Contribution déterminée au niveau national (CDN) actualisée de l’Ouganda, ainsi que le processus d’élaboration de la CDN 3.0.

Ce lancement organisé le 15 juillet 2025 à Kampala, représente une étape majeure dans le programme d’action climatique de l’Ouganda, alignant les efforts nationaux sur les résultats du premier bilan mondial en vertu de l’Accord de Paris. Il vise à renforcer l’ambition climatique de l’Ouganda tout en répondant aux principales priorités nationales.

L’atelier s’est déroulé en présence de représentants de parties prenantes, notamment de hauts fonctionnaires, des partenaires au développement, des organisations de la société civile et d’universitaires. Les différentes séances ont été l’occasion de présenter un aperçu de la feuille de route de la CDN 3.0 de l’Ouganda, décrivant les prochaines étapes : évaluation de la mise en œuvre de la CDN 2021 actualisée, identification des nouvelles priorités, affinement des objectifs, estimation du coût des nouveaux engagements et préparation de plans d’investissement bancables pour soutenir la mise en œuvre.

Josephine Ngure, responsable pays par intérim de la Banque africaine de développement en Ouganda, a souligné à l’ouverture, l’importance d’une participation inclusive des parties prenantes au processus de la CDN.

« Alors que nous adoptons le rapport de lancement pour faire le point sur la mise en œuvre de la CDN actualisée en Ouganda et lancer les préparatifs de la CDN 3.0, je trouve la forte participation des dirigeants gouvernementaux, des partenaires au développement, des acteurs du secteur privé, de la société civile et du monde universitaire très encourageante. Cette approche inclusive est essentielle pour assurer l’ambition, le caractère réalisable et la garantie de financement de la CDN 3.0 », a-t-elle affirmé.

Anthony Nyong, directeur du département du Changement climatique et de la croissance verte à la Banque africaine de développement, a souligné l’importance de cet événement. « Des CDN de qualité favoriseront la crédibilité et la transparence en vue d’accroître les ambitions en matière de financement climatique et les autres moyens de mise en œuvre », a-t-il souligné.

Le renforcement des capacités techniques des pays africains est au cœur de la Stratégie de la Banque africaine de développement sur le changement climatique et la croissance verte pour la période 2010-2030. Le bilan de la CDN actualisée de l’Ouganda est financé par le Fonds fiduciaire multidonateurs du Fonds pour les changements climatiques en Afrique.

Alfred Okot Okidi, secrétaire permanent du ministère de l’Eau et de l’Environnement, a réaffirmé le leadership de l’Ouganda en matière d’action climatique, ainsi que l’importance d’élaborer une CDN de premier ordre (qualité investissement). « Notre objectif est d’élaborer une CDN de qualité d’investissement qui puisse être mise en œuvre et faire l’objet d’un suivi. Nous mettons l’accent sur l’adaptation, la création d’emplois verts et la sécurité de l’avenir de la génération suivante », a-t-il déclaré. Il a également exhorté le secteur privé à s’engager activement, en soulignant les vastes opportunités offertes par le processus de la CDN.

Les participants ont examiné le projet de rapport de lancement élaboré par le cabinet de conseil indépendant HEAT GmbH et ont discuté d’une proposition d’indicateurs nationaux pour guider le bilan. Les discussions ont porté sur le suivi des progrès de la mise en œuvre, l’identification des lacunes en matière de données et de capacités, ainsi que sur l’alignement des objectifs climatiques de l’Ouganda sur ses aspirations de développement à long terme.

Les participants à l’atelier ont adopté le projet de rapport de lancement, identifié les principaux axes d’amélioration et recommandé une vaste campagne de sensibilisation du public au processus de la CDN 3.0. L’Ouganda a réaffirmé son engagement à élaborer une CDN solide, inclusive et réalisable, intégrant des stratégies d’adaptation, d’atténuation et de financement.

Avec ce lancement, l’Ouganda est résolu à soumettre sa troisième CDN conformément à l’Accord de Paris, renforçant ainsi son engagement pour un avenir sobre en émissions et résilient au changement climatique, conformément à la « Vision 2040 ».

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

Contact médias : 
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Uganda lança o processo Contribuição Nacionalmente Determinada (NDC) 3.0, reafirmando o seu compromisso com a ação e ambição climáticas

Source: Africa Press Organisation – Portuguese –

O Governo do Uganda, com o apoio do Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento (www.AfDB.org), lançou a atualização da Contribuição Nacionalmente Determinada (NDC) do Uganda e deu início ao processo de desenvolvimento da NDC 3.0.

O lançamento, realizado num workshop inicial no Sheraton Hotel, em Kampala, a 15 de julho de 2025, representa um passo importante na agenda de ação climática do Uganda, alinhando os esforços nacionais com os resultados do primeiro balanço global ao abrigo do Acordo de Paris. O seu objetivo é reforçar a ambição climática do Uganda, abordando simultaneamente as principais prioridades nacionais.

O workshop contou com a participação de várias partes interessadas, incluindo altos funcionários do governo, parceiros de desenvolvimento, organizações da sociedade civil e membros do meio académico. As sessões apresentaram uma visão geral do roteiro NDC 3.0 do Uganda, delineando as próximas etapas: avaliar a implementação da atualização das NDC de 2021, identificar prioridades emergentes, refinar metas, calcular o custo de novos compromissos e preparar planos de investimento financiáveis para apoiar a implementação.

No seu discurso de abertura, a Dra. Josephine Ngure, Diretora Nacional em exercício do Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento para o Uganda, sublinhou a importância do envolvimento inclusivo das partes interessadas no processo do NDC.

“Ao adoptarmos o relatório inicial para fazer o balanço da implementação actualizada das NDC do Uganda e dar início à preparação para as NDC 3.0, sinto-me encorajada pela forte participação de líderes governamentais, parceiros de desenvolvimento, atores do setor privado, sociedade civil e universidades. Esta abordagem inclusiva é fundamental para garantir que as NDC 3.0 sejam ambiciosas, exequíveis e prontos a serem financiadas”, afirmou.

O Dr. Anthony Nyong, Diretor do Departamento de Alterações Climáticas e Crescimento Verde do Banco, salientou a importância do evento. “As NDC de qualidade fomentarão a credibilidade e a transparência no aumento da ambição em matéria de financiamento do clima e de outros meios de implementação”, observou. 

O reforço da capacidade técnica dos países membros regionais está no centro da Estratégia para as Alterações Climáticas e o Crescimento Verde 2010-2030 do Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento. O levantamento da atualização das NDC do Uganda é financiado pelo Fundo Fiduciário Multidoadores do Fundo Africano para as Alterações Climáticas.

O Dr. Alfred Okot Okidi, Secretário Permanente do Ministério da Água e do Ambiente, reafirmou a liderança do Uganda na ação climática e a importância de desenvolver as NDC com grau de investimento. 

“O nosso objetivo é desenvolver NDC com grau de investimento que sejam implementáveis e rastreáveis. O nosso foco está na adaptação, na criação de empregos verdes e na segurança para o futuro da próxima geração”, afirmou. Também apelou ao setor privado para que se empenhe ativamente, citando as vastas oportunidades integradas no processo das NDC.

Os participantes analisaram o projeto de relatório inicial elaborado pela empresa de consultoria independente HEAT GmbH e discutiram um conjunto proposto de indicadores nacionais para orientar o exercício de balanço. As discussões centraram-se no acompanhamento do progresso da implementação, na identificação de lacunas de dados e de capacitação e no alinhamento dos objetivos climáticos do Uganda com as suas aspirações de desenvolvimento a longo prazo.

O workshop adotou o projeto de relatório inicial, identificou áreas-chave para aperfeiçoamento e recomendou uma campanha vigorosa para sensibilizar o público para o processo NDC 3.0. O Uganda reafirmou o seu compromisso de desenvolver NDC robustas, inclusivas e acionáveis que integrem estratégias de adaptação, mitigação e financiamento.

Com este lançamento, o Uganda está a tomar medidas decisivas para apresentar o seu terceiro projeto de NDC ao abrigo do Acordo de Paris, reforçando o seu compromisso com um futuro de baixas emissões e resiliente ao clima, em conformidade com a Visão 2040. 

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

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Departamento de Comunicação e Relações Externas
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Uganda Launches Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) 3.0 Process, Reaffirming Commitment to Climate Action and Ambition

Source: APO

The Government of Uganda, with support from the African Development Bank (www.AfDB.org), has launched the stocktake of Uganda’s updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) and initiated the commencement of the NDC 3.0 development process.

The launch, held at an inception workshop at the Sheraton Hotel in Kampala on 15 July 2025, represents a major step in Uganda’s climate action agenda, aligning national efforts with the outcomes of the first Global Stocktake under the Paris Agreement. It aims to strengthen Uganda’s climate ambition while addressing key national priorities.

A cross-section of stakeholders participated in the workshop, including senior government officials, development partners, civil society organizations, and members of academia. The sessions featured an overview of Uganda’s NDC 3.0 roadmap, outlining the next steps: assessing the implementation of the updated 2021 NDC, identifying emerging priorities, refining targets, costing new commitments, and preparing bankable investment plans to support implementation.

In her opening remarks, Dr. Josephine Ngure, African Development Bank Acting Country Manager for Uganda, emphasized the importance of inclusive stakeholder engagement in the NDC process.

“As we adopt the inception report to take stock of Uganda’s updated NDC implementation and kick off the preparation for NDC 3.0, I am encouraged by the strong participation from government leaders, development partners, private sector actors, civil society, and academia. This inclusive approach is critical to ensuring that NDC 3.0 is ambitious, achievable, and finance-ready,” she said.

Dr. Anthony Nyong, the Bank’s Director of Climate Change and Green Growth Department, highlighted the significance of the event. “Quality NDCs will foster credibility and transparency in raising ambition on climate finance and other means of implementation,” he noted.

Strengthening the technical capacity of Regional Member Countries is at the core of the African Development Bank’s Climate Change and Green Growth Strategy 2010-2030. The Stocktake of Uganda’s Updated NDC is funded through the Africa Climate Change Fund Multi-donor Trust Fund.

Dr. Alfred Okot Okidi, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Water and Environment, reaffirmed Uganda’s leadership on climate action and the significance of developing an investment-grade NDC.
“We aim to develop an investment-grade NDC that is implementable and trackable. Our focus is on adaptation, creation of green jobs, and security for the future of the next generation,” he stated. He also urged the private sector to actively engage, citing the vast opportunities embedded within the NDC process..

Participants reviewed the draft inception report developed by the independent consulting firm HEAT GmbH and discussed a proposed set of national indicators to guide the stocktaking exercise. Discussions focused on tracking implementation progress, identifying data and capacity gaps, and aligning Uganda’s climate targets with its long-term development aspirations.

The workshop adopted the draft inception report, identified key areas for refinement, and recommended a vigorous campaign to raise public awareness about the NDC 3.0 process. Uganda reaffirmed its commitment to developing a robust, inclusive, and actionable NDC that integrates adaptation, mitigation, and financing strategies.

With this launch, Uganda is taking decisive action toward submitting its third NDC under the Paris Agreement, reinforcing its commitment to a low-emission, climate-resilient future in line with Vision 2040.

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

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Climate Change & Green Growth Department
Email: s.borrini@afdb.org

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African Energy Week (AEW) 2025 to Host Regional Roundtable on Local Content Development

Source: APO

As Africa’s energy markets mature, the imperative to strengthen local capacity and deepen value creation is more pressing than ever. At the upcoming African Energy Week (AEW) 2025: Invest in African Energies in Cape Town, a high-level Local Content Roundtable on “Driving Local Value and Maximizing Stakeholder Returns” will convene policymakers, industry leaders and development experts for a focused discussion on the practical tools and strategies shaping Africa’s local content landscape. 

Sponsored by the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), this session underscores the critical role that local content plays in ensuring sustainable development across the continent’s key energy-producing nations. It will explore how companies and governments alike are embedding workforce development, supplier growth and community inclusion into their business models – turning policy into measurable impact. 

The roundtable will be moderated by Hamlet Morule, Executive Head of Communications & External Affairs at bp Southern Africa. Joining him is a distinguished panel of experts from across the value chain: Abdulmalik Halilu, Director of Corporate Services at NCDMB; Stuart Gregg, Operations Director at Petrofac; Tony Paul, Energy and In-Country Value-Addition Advisor at Future Energy Partners; Bradford Donohue, CEO of International Human Resources Development Corporation (IHRDC); and Jorge de Morais, General Manager at KAESO Energy Services.  

With a focus on Angola, Nigeria and South Africa, the roundtable will dissect both the hurdles and breakthroughs shaping local content implementation. From skills shortages and fragmented SME ecosystems to regulatory inconsistencies, the session aims to confront the root challenges head-on. Through comparative analysis of local content legislation – Nigeria’s pioneering Oil and Gas Industry Content Development Act, Angola’s evolving Local Content Law and South Africa’s Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment framework – the discussion will highlight not only the gaps but also the innovative approaches that are delivering results. 

“As AEW 2025 sets the stage for investment and policy innovation, the Local Content Roundtable will provide essential guidance on how Africa’s energy sector can evolve from extraction to inclusion, ensuring that the continent’s resource wealth translates into long-term prosperity for its people,” says NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman, African Energy Chamber.  

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