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African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson received H.E. Dr. Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, President of Interpol

Source: APO


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Chairperson of the AU Commission, H.E. @ymahmoudali, received H.E. Dr. Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, President of @INTERPOL_HQ. The Chairperson commended INTERPOL’s vital role in promoting global security and law enforcement cooperation, and thanked Dr. Al-Raisi for his support to AFRIPOL.

The Chairperson & Dr. Raisi reaffirmed their commitment to deepening AU–INTERPOL collaboration to combat transnational crime and enhance the rule of law across Africa.

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Union (AU).

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Forum africain sur les statistiques de genre : les dirigeants africains appellent à un engagement renouvelé en faveur de données de qualité sur le genre

Face aux reculs croissants en matière d’égalité des genres et aux contraintes financières accrues, des décideurs politiques africains, des experts en genre et des spécialistes du développement appellent à une collaboration renouvelée et à un investissement soutenu dans les systèmes nationaux de données sur le genre en Afrique.

C’est le message du septième Forum africain sur les statistiques de genre qui a débuté le 30 juin 2025 à Abidjan, en Côte d’Ivoire.

Le Forum a été coorganisé par l’Agence nationale de la statistique de Côte d’Ivoire, la Commission de l’Union africaine, le Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement, la Commission économique des Nations unies pour l’Afrique, ONU-Femmes et Open Data Watch, avec le soutien financier du Fonds fiduciaire de coopération économique Corée-Afrique.

Le Forum explore les systèmes de données sur le genre en Afrique, les moyens de renforcer les capacités statistiques et les politiques visant à promouvoir l’égalité des genres et l’autonomisation des femmes en Afrique.

Les représentants de la Côte d’Ivoire, pays hôte, ont déclaré que le pays avait réalisé des progrès notables ces dernières années dans la collecte, l’analyse et l’utilisation des données sur le genre pour guider les politiques publiques.

« Ces statistiques sont essentielles pour comprendre les réalités vécues par les filles et les femmes et pour concevoir des programmes et des politiques efficaces qui éliminent les inégalités », a déclaré le directeur général de l’Agence nationale de la statistique de Côte d’Ivoire, Thiekoro Doumbia.

Organisé sous le thème « Des statistiques robustes pour TOUTES les femmes et les filles : droits, égalité et autonomisation », le Forum a attiré plus de 150 participants de 40 pays africains, couvrant une diversité de secteurs — y compris des représentants gouvernementaux, des statisticiens, la société civile et des organisations de développement.

Les participants se sont penchés sur le parcours de l’Afrique en matière de statistiques de genre depuis la Déclaration et le Programme d’action de Beijing de 1995 — un accord international historique visant à faire progresser les droits des femmes et l’égalité des genres.

« Les statistiques fournissent une base solide pour une bonne prise de décision, et les statistiques de genre sont essentielles pour identifier les vulnérabilités des femmes, des filles, des hommes et des garçons et pour y répondre de manière appropriée », a déclaré le chef de la section des statistiques démographiques et sociales à la Commission économique des Nations unies pour l’Afrique, William Muhwava.

Des panels de haut niveau, des sessions techniques et de réseautage se sont concentrés sur des questions prioritaires allant des statistiques sur la violence sexiste et des systèmes de données inclusifs à la protection sociale, la migration et les ensembles de normes, principes et règles qui guident le comportement et la prise de décision.

Au cours du forum, le Rapport analytique de l’Indice de genre en Afrique 2023 de la Banque africaine de développement et de la Commission économique des Nations unies pour l’Afrique a été présenté. Cette publication phare mesure l’état de l’égalité des genres sur le continent.

Selon cet indice, les femmes et les filles africaines continuent d’être laissées pour compte dans les domaines économique, social et politique, malgré les progrès accomplis dans certains secteurs.

« Ce Forum est une occasion unique de transformer les chiffres en récits, l’analyse en action et les données en justice sociale pour toutes les femmes et les filles africaines », a déclaré la cheffe de la Division du genre et de l’autonomisation des femmes à la Banque africaine de développement, Nathalie Gahunga.

« Les données sont la clé du changement. Pourtant, dans 15 pays africains, seuls 52 % des indicateurs liés au genre établissent une distinction claire entre les femmes et les hommes. Cet écart compromet les progrès en matière de santé maternelle, de participation politique et de prévention de la violence », a-t-elle ajouté.

Selon ONU-Femmes et le Partenariat statistique pour le développement au XXIe siècle PARIS21, les pays africains ont atteint un peu plus de 50 % de leur potentiel en matière de données sur le genre. Si certains pays affichent des résultats supérieurs à la moyenne mondiale, le continent reste à la traîne.

« Une Afrique axée sur les populations a besoin de données fiables qui reflètent avec précision les réalités des femmes et des filles », a déclaré Aberash Tariku Abaye Afrique, expert en coordination des statistiques à l’Institut de statistique de l’Union africaine.

« L’inclusion des femmes dans le développement de l’Afrique est donc essentielle pour une croissance économique et un développement social durables », a déclaré Adjaratou Ndiaye, représentante d’ONU-Femmes en Côte d’Ivoire. « Nous ne pourrons y parvenir sans données fiables sur le genre, ce qui exige que les pays et les secteurs collaborent étroitement pour identifier et combler les lacunes afin de renforcer les systèmes de données dans la région. »

Le Forum devrait se conclure par des recommandations visant à soutenir les institutions, les processus et les ressources pour produire, diffuser et exploiter les données liées au genre. Cela permettra d’assurer la coordination entre les producteurs et les utilisateurs de données sur le genre, en fondant les politiques africaines sur des données probantes et concrètes.

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

Contact médias :
Raïssa Girondin,
spécialiste de la communication,
Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement,
media@afdb.org

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Foot and mouth disease contained in Eastern Cape, Limpopo

Source: Government of South Africa

Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has decided to lift the disease management areas (DMA) in Eastern Cape and Limpopo after intensified efforts by veterinary services were successful in containing the spread of foot and mouth disease (FMD) in the two provinces. 

In the Kouga and Kou-Kamma municipalities in Eastern Cape, a DMA has been in place since 26 July 2024 to support the control of the FMD outbreaks. Vaccination was implemented as a control measure and 144 424 vaccinations were done. 

The last cases were reported in September 2024. 

“Extensive serological surveillance was done in the DMA to confirm that there are no undetected pockets of the disease. The Minister can now confirm the lifting of the movement restrictions in the Eastern Cape DMA,” said the department.

In Limpopo, the DMA has been in place since September 2022 to control an FMD outbreak in diptanks in the Vhembe Municipality. Cattle at 34 diptanks were vaccinated in two rounds of vaccination, with a total of 23, 024 vaccinations done. 

Following extensive serological surveillance conducted at the end of 2024, the department is satisfied that there is no evidence of FMD virus in the DMA. 

“All restrictions on the DMA can, therefore, be lifted. The lifting of the DMA restrictions comes into effect today as it is published in the Government Gazette,” said the department.

Minister Steenhuisen again emphasised that biosecurity is everybody’s responsibility. 

“Biosecurity is not just a farming concern, but a shared responsibility of every individual in South Africa. We call on all citizens, especially those interacting with livestock or moving between rural areas, to consistently adhere to all biosecurity measures. 

“Only through our collective efforts can we safeguard our agricultural sector, make sure livelihoods are protected and ensure we keep our areas FMD-free,” he said.

Eastern Cape 

A total of 76 farms in the Eastern Cape province, which were infected and/or vaccinated, remain under quarantine. Movement restrictions will remain in place on these farms until testing has confirmed the absence of viral circulation. 

Testing will commence 12 months after the farms have been vaccinated. 

The department said it has decided to allow milk from quarantined farms to be released into the local market following single pasteurisation, instead of double pasteurisation, which was required when the disease was still active in the area. 

KwaZulu-Natal 

The DMA in KwaZulu-Natal will remain in place as there are still signs of active virus circulation in the area. 

Some outbreaks were detected outside of the DMA. 

“An abattoir in the Vryheid area in the DMA was designated to slaughter animals from premises under FMD restrictions. A system has been put in place to assess the level of biosecurity on individual farms, with the intention of aligning the control measures to the biosecurity risks,” said the department. – SAnews.gov.za

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Parents urged to ensure children are vaccinated against measles

Source: Government of South Africa

Friday, July 4, 2025

The Free State Health Department has issued an alert regarding a measles outbreak in the Lejweleputswa Nala (Bothaville) region of the province.

This comes after the confirmation of 64 cases of the viral infection in the areas of Nala, Masilonyana, Matjhabeng and Tswelopele.

Individuals primarily currently affected by the outbreak are children between the ages of 5 and 9.

“Measles is a highly contagious viral infection that can lead to serious health complications. It is crucial for parents and guardians to be vigilant and aware of the symptoms associated with measles,” spokesperson Mondli Mvambi said.

The following symptoms are associated with the viral infection:
•    Runny Nose
•    Red Rash
•    Feeling Tired
•    Cough
•    Fever
•    Conjunctivitis (Red Eyes)

“We urge all parents to ensure that their children are vaccinated against measles. The measles vaccine is safe and effective and is the best way to protect your child and the community from this disease,” he added.

Actions you can take:
•    Keep an eye on your child for any symptoms mentioned above.
•    If symptoms develop, visit your healthcare provider as soon as possible.
•    Ensure your child is up-to-date with their measles vaccinations. If you have questions about vaccination status, consult your clinic or healthcare provider.
•    Share this information with other parents and caregivers in your community.

“Your health and the health of our community are our top priorities. Together, we can prevent the spread of measles and protect our children. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact your local clinic,” Mvambi concluded. – SAnews.gov.za

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Somalia at 65: what’s needed to address its dismal social development indicators

Source: The Conversation – Africa – By Ali A. Abdi, Professor, University of British Columbia

Somalia ranks among the lowest scoring countries in the United Nations Human Development Index. The index of 195 countries is a summary measure of average achievement in key dimensions of human development: a long and healthy life, years of schooling, and access to a decent standard of living. Ali A. Abdi, a scholar of social development education, examines Somalia’s failure to advance social development programmes.

What is socio-economic development and how does Somalia stack up?

Somalia is celebrating its 65th year of independence. This was marked officially on 1 July 2025.

Despite the pomp and circumstance, though, the country’s social development indicators are dismal.

Social development generally means visible improvements in the quality of life. People’s well-being is based on aspects of national progress like:

  • universally available good quality education and adequate healthcare

  • employment opportunities that generate liveable incomes and upward socioeconomic mobility

  • governance structures that protect people’s rights to security.

Somalia has failed to meet these human development targets.

Its low score in the UN index can be understood by looking at the statistics relating to education and health. In any society these act as foundational blocks for social development. But in Somalia:

  • children can expect to get an average of 1.72 years of education (the continental African average is 7.7 years)

  • there are 0.23 doctors per 10,000 people, and many doctors serve in fee-based private clinics which are out of reach for ordinary citizens in a country with US$600 GDP per capita income

  • the capital city, Mogadishu, with a population of 2.8 million, has only two fully public hospitals and they lack specialist services; patients who require specialist care must go to private hospitals

  • the youth unemployment rate is just below 70%.

With these social development liabilities, it’s no wonder that the country is the biggest per capita producer of both global refugees and internally displaced persons.

How did Somalia come to this?

The Somali state collapsed as a cohesive national entity in 1991. The military government that had been in power since 1969 was overthrown by armed opposition forces. The country slowly fragmented into quasi-self-governing regions. Transitional national governments have come and gone.

The current federal political structure came into being in August 2012. The Federal Republic of Somalia comprised five founding member states (there are now six).

The depressed social development situation is not the only obstacle facing Somalia. Other complexities include:

A governance system built on cronyism and political loyalty: Somalia’s national political leadership entrenched cronyism. In fairness, the same selectively applies to sub-national, federal member states leadership. This corrupt system has found traction in a country where professionals, young graduates and traditional leaders lack legitimate sources of income. This undermines good governance while creating discord within and among the federal government and federal member states.

Discord at national level and between national and sub-national leaders: The most recent example of this revolves around the national leadership’s 2024 attempt to change the interim constitution. The unilaterally proposed one-person-one-vote proposal runs counter to the 2012 framework through which the current federal system was created. This has fuelled yet another national controversy with less than a year to the next presidential election.

Externally constructed political and economic interventions: Somalia receives significant international aid to address political and developmental challenges. But the strings attached include the management of these funds by external entities. These donor priorities can be detached from immediate social development needs. And aid creates and sustains dependency and entrenches poverty.

What should the government prioritise and why?

The political class always says fighting terrorism is the top policy priority. This thinking, while viable for the current situation, ignores the potential to minimise terrorism by putting the basic needs of the public first, and especially the youth.

Somali leaders are duty-bound to shift focus. A good place to start is the basis of social development: security, education and healthcare. It falls upon them to marshal the country’s resources and capacities to improve the well-being of its citizens.

The national leadership also needs to restructure its relationship with federal member states. Distribution of development resources (including foreign aid) must be fair, not based on political alliances.

Somalia also needs to reform the government’s policy on public appointments. People must get jobs based on their educational background, professional experience, incorruptible character and institutional accountability.

The country has impressive natural resources. There’s huge untapped potential for fisheries and agriculture, which is the country’s economic backbone. The country also has untapped minerals and hydrocarbons wealth.

The above observations are not to say that the federal government should lose sight of the fight against the terrorist organisations. But the welfare of people, including job creation for young people, must be equally prioritised. That will surely advance much needed social development while also reducing the appeal of terrorism among the youth.

– Somalia at 65: what’s needed to address its dismal social development indicators
– https://theconversation.com/somalia-at-65-whats-needed-to-address-its-dismal-social-development-indicators-258307

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FMDQ Group and Frontier Africa Reports (FAR) Sign Agreement to Launch Live Daily Broadcast of Frontier Africa Financial News Programming

Source: APO

FMDQ Group (www.FMDQGroup.com),  Africa’s first vertically integrated financial market infrastructure group, operating through wholly-owned subsidiaries in the business of Exchange, Clearing and Depository has agreed to cooperate and support Frontier Africa Reports (www.FrontierAfricaReports.com) towards advancing the promotion of knowledge and information about African financial markets. 

The FMDQ Group and Frontier Africa Reports on Wednesday, June 3rd signed-off on their six-year relationship, that will enable the FAR organisation to broadcast pan-African financial and business news, and related programming, live from the in-house studio facilities of the FMDQ Group. 

Kaodi Ugoji, Group Chief Operating Officer, FMDQ Group says at the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding, that the group firmly believes in the ability and the experience of Frontier Africa Reports (FAR) team, led by its CEO Boason Omofaye, a veteran financial news broadcast journalist to manage, operate and utilize the broadcast facilities to deepen the knowledge of the African markets (equities, debt, currencies, derivatives, venture capital, commodities, etc.), increase investors awareness and, provide a platform of engagement and information for issuers as well as trading/dealing firms, among others. 

Boason Omofaye, Chief Executive Officer of Pure Language Communications Limited (the operator of Frontier Africa Reports) says, that the studio operations and technical support agreement with the FMDQ Group, provide a veritable platform to deliver expansive regular audio and video live programming of market news, analysis, updates, interviews, etc. Frontier Africa Reports will ensure that its productions leave no African economy, its markets, people and institutions behind. This aligns with the market integration objectives of the African Exchange Linkage Project (AELP), led by the African Securities Exchanges Association (ASEA) and supported by the African Development Bank Group (AfDB). 

Frontier Africa Reports (FAR) plans to flag-off its first market-focused programming, live from the FMDQ studios in mid-July, via its YouTube channel, which will also be available on its website and social media platforms. Other programming, including its Frontier Africa Radio (FAR) podcasts are due to follow.  

The FMDQ Group and Frontier Africa Reports have spent the past two years retooling and investing in the broadcast studios facility, which is located in Victoria Island, Lagos. 

Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Frontier Africa Reports.

For Enquiries Contact: 
Boason Omofaye  
Chief Executive Officer 
Frontier Africa Reports  
Email: boasonfaye@frontierafricareports.com 
M: +234 806 265 7458 

About FMDQ Group: 
FMDQ Group is Africa’s first vertically integrated financial market infrastructure group, strategically positioned to provide registration, listing, quotation and noting services; integrated trading, clearing & central counterparty, settlement, and risk management for financial market transactions; depository of securities, as well as data and information services, across the debt capital, foreign exchange, derivatives and equity markets., through its wholly owned subsidiaries – FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited, FMDQ Clear Limited, FMDQ Depository Limited and FMDQ Private Markets Limited. www.FMDQGroup.com  

About Frontier Africa Reports:  
Frontier Africa Reports is a content development, as well as a production and broadcast organisation, that is focused on pan-African business, economic, investment and financial market news audio/video online programming, streaming across all digital platforms in Africa and around the world. www.FrontierAfricaReports.com

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Opening remarks by President Cyril Ramaphosa during the Official Talks with President Van Der Bellen on the occasion of the State Visit by Austria, Union Building, Tshwane

Source: President of South Africa –

Your Excellency, President Alexander van der Bellen,
Ministers and Deputy Ministers,
Ambassadors,
Members of delegations,
Senior officials,

On behalf of the people and Government of the Republic of South Africa, it is my pleasure to welcome you on this historic State Visit. 

Our two countries have ties of friendship and cooperation that go back many years.

We recall the role of Austrian anti-apartheid movement in supporting our struggle for democracy.

We have not forgotten this solidarity, which laid a firm basis for our bilateral relationship.

Your visit today marks a new chapter in relations between Austria and South Africa. 

Through the Bilateral Consultations we have maintained cordial relations rooted in mutual respect, shared values and a common commitment to multilateralism.

We are also committed to deepening investment and trade between our two countries. 

South Africa is Austria’s largest economic and trade partner in Africa. Our country accounts for almost a third of Austria’s total exports to the continent. 

There are more than 70 Austrian companies with subsidiaries or agencies in South Africa across a range of sectors.

There is significant potential to deepen investment and trade links in areas such as the green economy, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure development and tourism. 

We share a common commitment to transition our respective economies along a low-carbon, inclusive, climate resilient path.

As South Africa strives to achieve energy security through investment in renewable and clean energy, we look forward to expanding our cooperation with Austria.

We noted with interest the launch of Austria’s first green hydrogen production facility in 2023. We are eager to share our Green Hydrogen Economy Strategy and explore avenues for cooperation.

We are interested to hear more about Austria’s comprehensive national Africa Strategy, which we understand is intended to expand cooperation in areas such as infrastructure, digitalisation, energy, environmental and climate technologies.

The momentum of South Africa’s structural reform process and our efforts to boost economic growth present unique opportunities for Austrian firms wishing to invest here. 

I look forward to our participation in the high-level business forum later today, where we will be able to engage with these opportunities in depth.

We meet at a time of heightened global insecurity, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, the climate emergency and conflicts in many parts of the world. 

These events reinforce the need for multilateralism to remain at the centre of world affairs. 

They further underscore the need for the urgent reform of the institutions of global governance, including the United Nations Security Council.

South Africa and Austria share a common commitment to a world free of conflict and war, where sustainable development is a reality for all.

For our G20 Presidency, South Africa has chosen the theme ‘Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability’.

It reflects our commitment to advancing the African Agenda, multilateral cooperation and the interests of all countries and peoples.

Austria is a valued partner of South Africa and we look forward to taking this partnership to even greater heights.

I now invite you, Your Excellency, to deliver your remarks.

I thank you.

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Austrian State Visit an opportunity to strengthen relations

Source: Government of South Africa

The State Visit to South Africa by Austria President Alexander van der Bellen and his delegation presents an opportunity for the two countries to deepen trade and investment relations.

This according to President Cyril Ramaphosa who welcomed the delegation at the Union Buildings on Friday morning.

In his opening remarks, President Ramaphosa described the visit as a “new chapter in relations”.

“Through the bilateral consultations we have maintained cordial relations rooted in mutual respect, shared values and a common commitment to multilateralism. We are also committed to deepening investment and trade between our two countries.

“South Africa is Austria’s largest economic and trade partner in Africa. Our country accounts for almost a third of Austria’s total exports to the continent. There are more than 70 Austrian companies with subsidiaries or agencies in South Africa across a range of sectors.

“There is significant potential to deepen investment and trade links in areas such as the green economy, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure development and tourism,” President Ramaphosa said.

He highlighted the two countries’ commitment to a transition towards low carbon climate economies – noting the European country’s move towards green hydrogen which South Africa is also pursuing.

“As South Africa strives to achieve energy security through investment in renewable and clean energy, we look forward to expanding our cooperation with Austria.

“We noted with interest the launch of Austria’s first green hydrogen production facility in 2023. We are eager to share our Green Hydrogen Economy Strategy and explore avenues for cooperation,” he said.

The global environment

President Ramaphosa noted that the state visit takes place at a time of “heightened global insecurity, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, the climate emergency and conflicts in many parts of the world”.

“These events reinforce the need for multilateralism to remain at the centre of world affairs. They further underscore the need for the urgent reform of the institutions of global governance, including the United Nations Security Council.

“South Africa and Austria share a common commitment to a world free of conflict and war, where sustainable development is a reality for all,” he said.

The President reflected on South Africa’s presidency of the Group of 20 (G20) under the theme ‘Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability’.

“It reflects our commitment to advancing the African Agenda, multilateral cooperation and the interests of all countries and peoples.

“Austria is a valued partner of South Africa and we look forward to taking this partnership to even greater heights,” President Ramaphosa concluded.

The state visit will culminate in the South Africa-Austria Business Forum to be held later on Fridaya. – SAnews.gov.za
 

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CPF training workshops in selected high crime areas

Source: Government of South Africa

The South African Police Service says it will be undertaking assessments to determine the effectiveness of established Community Safety Forums (CSFs) and Community Policing Forums (CPFs).

The police will also provide training workshops which will be conducted in selected high crime rate areas to equip CPF members to support policing and crime prevention efforts.

This is according to Deputy Minister of Police Cassel Mathale who was speaking during the Budget Vote debate on Friday.

Community Policing Forums were set up to involve all local stakeholders and key organisations in local policing. They meet regularly with the officers in charge of the local police station and discuss problems and solutions to crime in their area.

Providing an update on the work of the Ministry, the Deputy Minister said the Civilian Secretariat for Police (CSPS) developed the Integrated Crime and Violence Prevention Strategy (ICVPS), which was approved by Cabinet and “remains one of the apex strategic interventions to reduce violence and crime in a holistic approach in all spheres of government”.

The CSPS has developed the National Policing Policy (NPP), which was approved by Cabinet on 14 May 2025 to address challenges such as inadequate police stations, capacity issues and ensure that infrastructure is based on proper norms and standards.  

The NPP also makes provisions for creating professional and quality policing; providing efficient and effective policing service delivery; improving legitimacy and trust between communities and the police; building a strong and ethical leadership, management and governance architecture within the SAPS.

“Honourable members, this is a significant policy shift in the South African Policing landscape.

“CSPS will also focus on the finalisation of the Policy on Familial DNA Searches (FDS), which gives effect to Section 15M of the Criminal Law (Forensic Procedures) Amendment Act 37 of 2013. The FDS is a forensic technique employed by law enforcement agencies to identify genetic relatedness among DNA profiles in forensic databases.

“In addition, the CSPS will enhance the monitoring of the Forensic Science Laboratories with a view of ensuring that processing of exhibits is done timeously and challenges are identified on time and resolved efficiently. The effective laboratory services contribute to the quick resolutions of court cases, thus ensuring that victims of crime receive justice,” said Mathale.

As a legislative and policy wing of the Ministry of Police, the CSPS will introduce two Bills in Parliament in 2025/26 financial year. These are the South African Police Amendment Bill and the Firearms Control Amendment Bill.

Mathale said the Ministry of Police has entered into partnerships with critical stakeholders to enhance police performance through cooperation agreements with provinces and municipalities – aimed at sharing a vision for safety and security within cities and communities.

“Various initiatives, programmes and strategies through these agreements will be implemented in the medium term. To date, four provinces and their respective metros have signed the aforesaid cooperation agreements namely; Eastern Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and Western Cape.”

In an effort to contribute to the effective implementation of the National Strategic Plan (NSP) on gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF), the CSPS will continue to conduct the following initiatives:

–    Monitoring of SAPS compliance to and implementation of the Domestic Violence Act;
–    Oversight visits over the top 30 police stations with high levels of GBV related crimes (nationally);
–    Court watching briefs to identify systemic issues that lead to the withdrawal of GBVF related cases – with particular focus on police responsibilities; and
–    Awareness campaigns involving community and faith-based organisations, institutions of higher learning and other government departments.

“In order to deliver effectively on the mandate of the CSPS, the department is allocated a total budget of R172 245 million for the 2025/26 financial year. This is an increase of R16.281 million from the adjusted budget of R155.964 million for 2024/25 financial year and includes an inflation adjustment and R9.187 additional funding for Compensation of Employees.

“This increase is for the filling of the two posts of Deputy Directors-General and their support staff as well as the cost of living adjustment for 2025/26. The micro organisational structure is being reviewed in order to increase capacity in line with the departmental strategy and mandates,” said the Deputy Minister. – SAnews.gov.za

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Le Chef de l’Etat Son Excellence Evariste Ndayishimiye reçoit en audiences une équipe d’investisseurs américains et la Représentante de la Banque Mondiale au Burundi


Le Président de la République Son Excellence Evariste Ndayishimiye a reçu en audience, ce mercredi 2 février 2025 à Kibimba, une équipe d’investisseurs américains de la société Facet Power, conduite par le PDG de la Société Amy McCrae Kessler. L’objet de leur venue au Burundi consiste à explorer les opportunités d’affaires dans les secteurs de l’Agriculture, de l’eau et des mines

Ces investisseurs ont exprimé leur gratitude au peuple burundais pour leur accueil chaleureux et ont apprécié la beauté du Burundi “un pays magnifique, ont-ils souligné, “où il est agréable de vivre”. Ils ont ainsi affiché leur volonté d’investir dans les domaines de l’eau, de l’agriculture et des mines.

Le Chef de l’Etat les a encouragés, soulignant que le Burundi est un pays encore vierge, qui regorge de beaucoup d’opportunités pour des investisseurs et leur a rassuré qu’ils obtiendraient une franche collaboration, que ce soit avec les différents ministères ou les services techniques dont ils auront besoin dans leur investissement.

Le chef de l’Etat a ensuite reçu en audience la Représentante résidente de la Banque Mondiale au Burundi, Madame Hawa Cissé Wagué. Elle était porteuse d’un message d’adieux à Son Excellence le Président de la République mais aussi de gratitude pour la coopération et la collaboration fructueuse entre le Gouvernement Burundais et la Banque Mondiale durant les 3 années de représentation permanente au Burundi.

Au cours de leurs échanges, les deux personnalités sont revenues sur les réalisations de la Banque Mondiale, notamment la mobilisation de plus d’1 milliards de dollars américains pendant les 3 ans, ce qui a permis d’augmenter l’apport de la Banque Mondiale au développement du Burundi, en finançant les projets prioritaires du programme national de développement dont la construction des Barrages Jiji et Murembwe. 

Selon Madame Cissé, le Burundi a considérablement augmenté la capacité d’absorption des financements grâce à l’implication remarquée du Président de la République. Elle a, en outre, souligné que la Banque Mondiale continuera à soutenir la stratégie de l’accès universel à l’énergie et les actions à mener pour améliorer l’impact de la situation macroéconomique sur les bénéficiaires des apports de cette banque.

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