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UNDP and UNITAR launch Initiative to Strengthen Capacities for Sound Management of PCBs and uPOPs in The Gambia
UN International Training and Research Center
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March 17, 2025
13 March 2025, Banjul, The Gambia - In an ambitious effort to address chemicals and waste management challenges in The Gambia, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM), the United Nations...
Kalp Foundation Collaborates with The Gambia to Develop Blockchain-Driven Digital Public Infrastructure for All
EIN Presswire
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January 7, 2025
In a historic partnership, the Kalp Foundation and The Gambia have launched Gambia One, a blockchain-based digital infrastructure to drive inclusive growth. DE, UNITED STATES, January 7, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- United States, 7 January 2025:...
International Black Heritage Month (IBHM) reveals its 2025 Changemaker List featuring Rihanna and Trevor Noah
EIN Presswire
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June 25, 2025
The 2025 Changemaker List also includes: business leader Mellody Hobson, award-winning tv show creator, Shonda Rhimes, actor/producer Kelsey Grammer and more... LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- International...
NJ Ayuk Discusses Gambia's Energy Opportunities at African Energy Week 2024
EIN Presswire
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October 18, 2024
SOUTH AFRICA, October 18, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The African Energy Chamber's Executive Chairman, NJ Ayuk, speak about The Gambia's growing energy industry during the African Energy Week (AEW) 2024. This event, which will be held in Cape...
WTO members examine LDC trade interests, trade and development priorities
World Trade Organization
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June 18, 2025
LDC trade interests At the meeting of the WTO Sub-Committee on LDCs on 16 June, members considered several LDC related proposals, including those on LDC graduation, LDC accessions and the future of the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF). They...
DCO to continue fostering inclusive digital economies as Secretary-General Reappointed on new 4-year term
EIN Presswire
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June 6, 2025
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, June 6, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the global digital economy increasingly serves as an engine for economic and social progress, the Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) has today reemphasized the necessity of...
Sylvain Côté named Vice President, International Development and Projects Lead at EXP
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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April 28, 2025
MONTREAL, April 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXP, a global engineering, architectural, design and consulting firm, is proud to announce the promotion of Sylvain Côté, Eng., MGC, to Vice President, International Development and Projects Lead....
New report finds women and girls still face widespread discrimination in sexist laws
EIN Presswire
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March 4, 2025
Equality Now research finds that while some countries have made progress in strengthening women's legal rights, there has been alarming backsliding elsewhere. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 4, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new global report...
CBP’s Baltimore Field Office Recovered 250 Stolen Vehicle Exports during 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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May 8, 2025
BALTIMORE – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in the Baltimore Field Office continue to combat transnational criminal organizations that profit on the international trade in stolen vehicles. CBP officers here intercepted 250 stolen...
Eclipse Foundation Releases the Industry’s First Survey of Open Source Developers and Policymakers from the Global South
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 2, 2024
BRUSSELS, July 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Eclipse Foundation, one of the world’s largest open source foundations, has announced the release of its latest community-supported strategic research report, “State of Open Source in the Global...
Award-Winning Director Jeffrey Page Embarks on West African Cultural Tour to Produce Feature-Length Documentary
EIN Presswire
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September 19, 2024
From October 2024 to January 2025, Page will visit Guinea, Senegal, Mali, The Gambia, Cape Verde and Guinea Bissau to document their cultural traditions. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 19, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Award-Winning...
President Cyril Ramaphosa: MTN 30 Years Celebration Gala Dinner
South African Government
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December 3, 2024
Address by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the MTN 30 Years Celebration Gala Dinner, Friday, 29 November 2024 Programme Directors, MTN Group Chairman, Mr Mcebisi Jonas, Members of the Boards and Executive Committees of the MTN Group and MTN South...
How six women are helping their communities adapt to climate change
UN Environmental Program
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March 11, 2025
In southwestern Uganda, banana farmer Ahumwire Justine lost 300 trees and two cows during a devastating hailstorm a few years ago. With no insurance, she faced food shortages, unpaid school fees and an uncertain future. Now, a new digital crop...
New report finds female genital mutilation/ cutting in 94 countries
EIN Presswire
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February 26, 2025
Efforts to end FGM/C remain hindered by reluctance from governments to act, particularly in countries not widely associated with this harmful practice. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A new report has...
Informal Working Group on Trade and Gender welcomes new member, launches online policy tool
World Trade Organization
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July 25, 2024
The formal participation of the Gambia in the IWG officially became effective on 1 July 2024. “This milestone reflects our commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women,” said Kemo Janka of the Gambia's Ministry of Trade, Industry,...
Minister Dion George: Ministerial Roundtable on Global Climate Transparency
South African Government
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November 26, 2024
Honourable President of the 29th Conference of the Parties, His Excellency Mukhtar Babayev, Honourable Mr Secretary-General Excellencies, Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and its Paris Agreement, Ladies and...
UNITAR Hosts AI Masterclass: Shaping the Future of Artificial Intelligence for Global Impact
UN International Training and Research Center
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November 6, 2024
The two-day masterclass aimed to bridge knowledge gaps, offering an in-depth look at AI’s implications and strategic applications. Participants engaged in sessions to enhance their ability to integrate AI into national and international policy...
As Deadly Liver Cancer Rises, Collaborative, Targeted Prevention and Surveillance Necessary
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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October 1, 2024
Washington, D.C., Oct. 01, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Liver Institute (GLI) launches its seventh annual #OctoberIs4Livers campaign to raise awareness of and address disparities in liver cancer in recognition of Liver Cancer Awareness Month....
Applications open: Basic Training Course on Ocean Acidification
Ocean Acidification
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July 10, 2024
Dates: 9-13 September 2024 Location: Monrovia, Liberia Deadline for receipt of applications from the nominating national authority: 26 July 2024 Introduction This Basic Training Course on Ocean Acidification will provide participants with the...
Niokolo-Koba National Park in Senegal removed from the List of World Heritage in Danger
UNESCO World Heritage Centre
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July 24, 2024
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee, meeting in New Delhi (India), decided on Wednesday to remove Niokolo-Koba National Park in Senegal from the List of World Heritage in Danger, following the positive steps taken by the State Party, which have...