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Egypt: President El-Sisi Meets and Honors the National Football Team and Coaching Staff

Source: APO


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Today in New Alamein City, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received the players of Egypt’s national football team, along with the technical and administrative staff.

The meeting was also attended by Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly; Minister of Youth and Sports Gouhar Nabil; and President of the Egyptian Football Association Eng. Hany Abu Rida.

Spokesman for the Presidency Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy said President El-Sisi awarded the players as well as the technical and administrative staff the Merit Cup and honorary decorations. This recognition was granted in appreciation of their heroic performance and outstanding technical level during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as well as their display of determination, perseverance, and discipline. A commemorative photograph was taken of the President with the players and the technical and administrative staff.

At the outset, President El-Sisi welcomed the players and the technical and administrative staff, expressing his pride and appreciation for the team’s honorable performance.
The President confirmed that this commendation reflects the general sentiment shared by all who followed the national team’s matches, among Egyptians, across the Arab world, within Egyptian and Arab communities abroad, and internationally as well.

President El-Sisi lauded the noble values embodied by the team, reflecting the authenticity of the Egyptian people. The President stressed that what has been achieved represents commendable effort and great dedication in the name of Egypt. The President noted that sport is not merely about winning and losing; more importantly, the national team earned the respect of people who valued the team’s performance even more than victory itself.

President El-Sisi emphasized that the national team represented Egypt’s youth in an admirable and honorable manner, creating a sense of joy among citizens throughout their World Cup journey thanks to the seriousness of their performance and their appearance in matches as a great team devoted to sincere effort.

The President also commended the team’s performance, which reflected the Egyptians’ ability to achieve success, stressing that the Egyptian people have a deep love for sports, particularly football, and that the nation is rich in talents capable of reaching the same level of excellence as the current stars of the team.

President El-Sisi underlined the importance of having impartial “talent scouts” dedicated to identifying young and emerging players. The President affirmed the State’s readiness to support promising talents, grant them the opportunities they deserve, and back the national coaching staff. The President concluded his remarks by underscoring the need to continue hard work, exert effort, preserve team spirit, and build new generations of players to build upon the success already achieved.

Later, President El-Sisi joined the national team players and the technical and administrative staff for lunch. The President was keen on listening to several players, who expressed their gratitude for meeting with the President and for his appreciation of their efforts.
They affirmed that both the national team and the players individually would spare no effort to build upon the achievement attained.

The President, once again, conveyed his gratitude and appreciation, on behalf of himself and the Egyptian people, for the team’s accomplishment, noting that the Egyptian people now look forward to even greater successes from the national team in the coming stage.

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

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Burundi : Le Président Evariste Ndayishimiye reçoit le Ministre russe des Affaires Etrangères Sergueï Lavrov

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French

Le Président de la République du Burundi, Son Excellence Evariste Ndayishimiye, a reçu en audience, ce vendredi 10 juillet 2026, au Palais Ntare Rushatsi, le Ministre des Affaires Etrangères de la Fédération de Russie, Monsieur Sergueï Viktorovitch Lavrov, en visite de travail au Burundi, à la tête d’une importante délégation.

Cette rencontre a permis aux deux personnalités de réaffirmer la solidité des relations d’amitié et de coopération entre le Burundi et la Fédération de Russie, ainsi que leur volonté de renforcer davantage ce partenariat, notamment dans les secteurs de l’agriculture, de l’énergie, de la santé, de l’éducation, des infrastructures, des transports, des échanges commerciaux et du transfert de technologies.

En sa qualité de Président en exercice de l’Union africaine, le Chef de l’Etat burundais, Son Excellence Evariste Ndayishimiye a également partagé les priorités du continent et plaidé pour une représentation plus juste de l’Afrique au Conseil de sécurité des Nations Unies, tant au niveau des sièges permanents que non permanents.

Les discussions ont également porté sur les principaux défis auxquels le continent est confronté, notamment la situation sécuritaire dans l’Est de la République Démocratique du Congo et au Sahel, ainsi que la lutte contre l’épidémie d’Ebola. A cette occasion, le Président Ndayishimiye a réaffirmé son attachement au dialogue et au principe des solutions africaines aux problèmes africains.

L’audience a également été marquée par l’invitation adressée au Chef de l’Etat burundais à participer au troisième Sommet Russie–Afrique, prévu à Moscou les 28 et 29 octobre 2026.

Son Excellence Evariste Ndayishimiye, Président de la République du Burundi a favorablement accueilli cette invitation et prendra part à cette rencontre de haut niveau en sa double qualité de Président de la République du Burundi et de Président en exercice de l’Union africaine.

A ce titre, il coprésidera les travaux du Sommet, illustrant ainsi la place grandissante qu’occupe le Burundi sur les scènes africaine et internationale.

Distribué par APO Group pour Présidence de la République du Burundi.

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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) peacekeepers rescue three civilians after canoe capsizes on River Nile in Malakal

Source: APO


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A routine journey across the River Nile nearly ended in disaster when strong winds and high waves overturned a canoe carrying three South Sudanese civilians near Malakal in Upper Nile State.

Within moments, the passengers were struggling in the fast-moving river as their boat and cargo disappeared beneath the waves.

Peacekeepers from the Bangladesh Force Marine Unit serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), who witnessed the incident, immediately deployed two patrol boats and rescued all three civilians from the water.

The operation went beyond saving lives. The peacekeepers also recovered the overturned canoe and salvaged between 10 and 15 bags of charcoal the passengers had been transporting, an important source of income for families who depend on river trade for their livelihoods.

“The rescued civilians were taken to the Bangladesh Boat Pool, where a medical team was on standby to provide emergency assistance,” said Lieutenant Commander Fahim Ahmed, Team Leader of the rescue operation.

One of the survivors sustained an injury to his right toe and was treated at the UN Peacekeeping Field Hospital before being discharged later the same day.

Following the operation, all three civilians returned home safely with their recovered canoe and cargo.

For communities along the Nile, the river is a vital transport route for moving food, firewood and charcoal between villages and markets. However, sudden storms can quickly turn routine crossings into life-threatening emergencies.

“The rapid response by the Bangladesh Force Marine Unit helped prevent what could have become a tragic loss of life. This is a significant role peacekeepers continue to play in ensuring the safety and well-being of local communities in Upper Nile State,” Ahmed said.

Residents in Malakal welcomed the rescue, noting that river transport remains indispensable despite the risks posed by unpredictable weather. They said the peacekeepers’ swift response saved lives and protected the livelihoods of families who rely on the Nile every day.

Whether responding to violence, supporting humanitarian access, or carrying out emergency rescues on the Nile, UNMISS peacekeepers continue to play a critical role in protecting vulnerable communities across South Sudan.
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Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).

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Seychelles: Government Shields Households from Fuel Cost Adjustment on First 400 kWh

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Cabinet has approved the implementation of the July 2026 Fuel Cost Adjustment, ensuring that no tariff increase will apply to the first 400 kWh of monthly electricity consumption for all domestic customers, Vice-President Sebatien Pillay announced at Thursday’s Cabinet press briefing.

The cost of the measure will instead be recovered through a modest increase on domestic consumption above 400 kWh, along with revised tariffs for commercial and Government consumers, in an approach designed to protect households while preserving the financial sustainability of the Public Utilities Corporation (PUC).

The Vice-President said Government had undertaken considerable work to assess domestic consumption patterns before arriving at the decision, stressing that households would not be made to suffer as the country continues to manage its electricity sector. Under the new structure, consumption up to 400 kWh will see no tariff increase at all, while usage beyond that threshold will attract an increase of between 25 and 29 cents. The adjustment will come into effect once Government has finalised the structures required for its implementation.

The Vice-President linked the measure to Government’s wider efforts to manage costs responsibly, pointing to savings already achieved through the earlier policy of closing Government offices at 2:30 p.m. daily. Commercial and Government consumers will also see their own revised tariffs, as part of a more equitable distribution of costs across all consumer categories.

Government has maintained that the primary objective of the adjustment is to shield the public from the impact of rising fuel costs.

“All that Government is doing here is to ensure that people do not feel the impact of the crisis,” the Vice-President said, adding that on this front, Government had achieved its objective.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of State House Seychelles.

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Seychelles : Le Président Herminie effectuera une visite officielle à La Réunion

Source: Africa Press Organisation – French


Le Président Dr Patrick Herminie effectuera une visite officielle à La Réunion du lundi 13 au mercredi 15 juillet 2026, sur invitation de la Préfecture, en qualité d’invité d’honneur aux célébrations de la fête nationale française.

Cette visite reflète la coopération de longue date entre les Seychelles et La Réunion, fondée sur des liens maritimes, culturels et économiques solides au sein de la région de l’océan Indien.

Au cours de son séjour, le Président Herminie prendra part à une série d’engagements officiels, notamment la cérémonie du 14 juillet, des entretiens bilatéraux avec les autorités régionales, ainsi que la signature d’un accord de coopération, en plus de plusieurs visites de courtoisie et de sites.

Distribué par APO Group pour State House Seychelles.

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Home Affairs Minister welcomes arrest of BMA official

Source: Government of South Africa

Home Affairs Minister welcomes arrest of BMA official

Home Affairs Minister Dr Leon Schreiber has welcomed the arrest of a Border Management Authority (BMA) official who allegedly accepted money to unlawfully endorse the passport of a Lesotho national at the Maseru Port of Entry last month.

“The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, has welcomed the arrest of a Border Management Authority official as part of the ongoing campaign to root out corruption across the Home Affairs ecosystem and strengthen the integrity of South Africa’s immigration system,” the Department of Home Affairs said on Friday.

The official was arrested on Thursday, 9 July 2026, following a joint investigation by the Department of Home Affairs’ Counter Corruption branch, the South African Police Service Crime Intelligence division, and the Ladybrand Detectives.

The official is alleged to have accepted a payment of R600 to unlawfully endorse the passport of a Lesotho national at the Maseru Port of Entry on 29 June 2026, despite the individual not presenting herself at the immigration counter as required by law.

The alleged offence came to light after the Lesotho national was arrested by the South African Police Service in an unrelated matter. During the subsequent investigation, information emerged that a payment had allegedly been made through intermediaries to facilitate the unlawful endorsement of her passport. 

This led investigators to identify the BMA officer allegedly responsible for the fraudulent immigration stamp.

The accused has been charged with corruption and is expected to appear in the Ladybrand Magistrate’s Court on Monday,13 July 2026.

“Every corrupt official who undermines the integrity of South Africa’s border management system must know that the net is closing in. We are working relentlessly across the Home Affairs ecosystem with our law enforcement partners to ensure that those who abuse the public’s trust are identified, arrested and prosecuted,” the Minister said.

The investigation remains ongoing, and further arrests may follow. –SAnews.gov.za

 

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Triple murder suspect arrested in Johannesburg

Source: Government of South Africa

Triple murder suspect arrested in Johannesburg

The South African Police Service (SAPS) on Friday confirmed the arrest of murder suspect, Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, who is wanted for the murder of his wife and two daughters in the United Kingdom.

“The South African Police Service has arrested Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma in Kensington, Johannesburg, following an intensive operation involving the SAPS Interpol National Central Bureau, Crime Intelligence and the Organised Crime Investigation Unit.

“Tshuma is wanted by authorities in the United Kingdom in connection with the murder of his wife, Nothabo Zandile Tshuma (42), and their two daughters, Natalie (15) and Nala (5), whose bodies were discovered at their home near Bedford,” the police said in a statement.

The Acting National Commissioner of the SAPS, Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane, has commended officers involved in the operation for their swift and coordinated response.

“This arrest demonstrates that South Africa is not a safe haven for fugitives. Anyone who believes they can evade justice by fleeing to our country should know that SAPS will work tirelessly with international law enforcement partners to trace, locate and arrest them,” Lieutenant General Dimpane said.

The suspect is expected to appear in court on Monday. –SAnews.gov.za

 

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South Africa reaffirms commitment to strengthening relations with France 

Source: Government of South Africa

South Africa reaffirms commitment to strengthening relations with France 

South Africa has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening relations with France, with growing cooperation in investment, science and technology, and cultural diplomacy, among others.

“France is a key strategic partner for South Africa, and we enjoy longstanding bilateral cooperation spanning trade and investment, energy, defence, education, people-to-people exchange and other fields,” President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Friday during his meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron.

President Ramaphosa, who is on an Official Visit to France from 10-12 July, said the economic relationship between South Africa and France is growing from strength to strength, and that the 6th South Africa Investment Conference held in Johannesburg in March saw a strong showing by French companies.

“This is a premier event for showcasing the opportunities for domestic and international investors in the South African economy, aligned with our national investment drive. This year, thirty French companies pledged approximately EUR 1,11 billion (ZAR 20,7 billion) in investments across a range of key economic sectors.”

This, said President Ramaphosa, demonstrates the increasing confidence French businesses have in the South African economy and its future growth prospects.
“As we embark on the largest mass infrastructure build in our country’s history, we look forward to participation by French firms in this as well as other sectors.”

President Ramaphosa has also been briefed on several agreements that are currently under negotiation, including an Agreement on Transport Related Matters; on Cooperation in the Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy; and a Draft Declaration of Intent on Mobility.

In addition, South Africa and France continue to collaborate in the fields of science, technology and innovation, said the President while also congratulating France on becoming a full member of the Square Kilometer Array Observatory (SKAO), making it the 14th Member State of the intergovernmental organisation.

“I am told that the recently held Joint Committee Meeting on science, technology and innovation was a productive one. The priority focus areas for cooperation include Artificial Intelligence (AI), oceans and marine sciences, and soil health and water.
“We welcome this ongoing cooperation in pursuit of innovation-led growth and environmental sustainability.”

Defence dialogue and cultural diplomacy
On cooperation in the defence space, the two countries have agreed to convene the long overdue 13th Defence Strategic Dialogue to take stock of implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Defence Cooperation and to explore additional areas of cooperation.

It is expected that the Strategic Dialogue will take place in South Africa in October this year.

“France and South Africa continue to advance cultural diplomacy between our two countries to develop our respective creative industries. This relationship has a key role to play in harnessing the potential of the sector to support growth, transformation, social cohesion and job creation.”

Multilateralism
On multilateralism, President Ramaphosa said the world is confronting multiple, complex and interconnected challenges including trade tensions, wars, pandemics, poverty and unemployment that threaten to undermine the quest to achieve a more peaceful, egalitarian and sustainable world.

“Multilateralism is the most effective means for addressing these collective global challenges. No country can resolve these issues in isolation. The current global environment requires stronger partnerships, collective action, and a renewed commitment to the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law,” he said.

Earlier on Friday, the President co-chaired the Leaders Group meeting of the High-Level Steering Committee on Education alongside the Director-General of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), Professor Khaled El-Enany, and attended the Transforming Education Summit +4. –SAnews.gov.za

 

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Call for action to achieve SDG4

Source: Government of South Africa

Call for action to achieve SDG4

Education leaders have called for action to accelerate progress towards achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG4), warning that the world remains off track to meet the 2030 target of ensuring quality education for all.

“[The SDG 4 High-Level Steering Committee] recognises with concern that despite progress, the world remains off track to achieve SDG 4 by 2030, with persistent inequalities, recurrent shocks and a substantial education financing shortfall threatening the right to quality education for all,” the Committee said.

This as President Cyril Ramaphosa called for greater global investment in education, warning that quality learning must never become a privilege reserved for a few, as world leaders met in Paris to accelerate progress towards achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4).

Addressing the SDG 4 High-Level Steering Committee (HLSC) Leaders Group Meeting at UNESCO Headquarters in France on Friday, President Ramaphosa said education remains the foundation for achieving all other Sustainable Development Goals and is essential to building resilient and sustainable societies.

According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), the HLSC is the apex body for global education cooperation. It is the global multi-stakeholder consultation and coordination mechanism for education in the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda.

The committee underscored the need to accelerate education system transformation and also reaffirmed its focus on education system resilience through support for the teaching profession, foundational and lifelong learning, and inclusive digital transformation, with equity and inclusion serving as guiding principles and sustainable financing forming the foundation of resilient education systems.

The committee called on Member States and partners to actively support and participate in global and regional initiatives aimed at advancing these priorities.

To sustain momentum, the committee requested UNESCO to convene and lead preparations for the 2027 Global Education Meeting (GEM), in consultation with the HLSC Sherpa Group.

According to the committee, the 2027 Global Education Meeting should serve as a key milestone to assess progress towards SDG 4 using evidence, data and monitoring results, maintain political momentum ahead of the 2027 High-Level Political Forum and SDG Summit, and contribute to consultations on the post-2030 global education agenda.
The committee also endorsed the Sustainable Financing Pathways as the operational framework for advancing sustainable financing for education.

It called on Member States and partners to align behind country-led and integrated financing pathways based on national priorities and macro-fiscal realities, while promoting greater coordination among financing instruments and development partners to reduce fragmentation, improve impact and strengthen long-term fiscal sustainability. –SAnews.gov.za

 

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Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Participates in Roundtable Discussion on London Conference Sidelines

Source: Government of Qatar

London | July 10, 2026

Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammed Al Ansari participated in a roundtable discussion on middle powers and the reshaping of the global order, on the sidelines of the annual London Conference organized by Chatham House.

During the discussion, Dr. Al Ansari addressed the transformations taking place in the international system, noting the growing role of middle powers in promoting regional and international stability amid the challenges posed by competition among major powers.

He also discussed several lessons drawn from recent regional developments, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy and regional coordination in managing crises, as well as the role of partnerships and cooperation in strengthening security and stability.

The Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs added that current global developments call for a more comprehensive approach to the concept of strategic autonomy, including strengthening the capacity to address challenges related to security, defense, energy, and supply chains, thereby contributing to the development of a more cooperative and effective international order.