Organisations
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EBRD supports sustainable cashew value chains in Côte d’Ivoire
ABIDJAN, May 19, 2026 — The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development [EBRD] is strengthening agribusiness value chains in Côte d’Ivoire with a loan of up to US$ 60 million [€51 million] for Dorado,…
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Ministers unite behind global push to invest in animal health as new WOAH report warns of dangerous funding gap
PARIS, May 18, 2026 — Ministers and senior government representatives from around the world have endorsed a landmark Ministerial Statement at the 93rd General Session of the World Organisation for Animal Health…
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Airtel pays Shs 42.9bln to strengthen digital inclusion and connectivity across Uganda
KAMPALA, May 18, 2026 –- Airtel Uganda has today handed over Shs 42.9 billion to the Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund [UCUSAF], reinforcing the telecommunications company’s commitment to expanding digital…
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Aliko Dangote: African Energy Person of the Year 2026
ABJUA, May 18, 2026 — Each year, the African Energy Industry’s “African Energy Person of the Year” award celebrates individuals who have positively influenced Africa’s energy sector by facilitating projects that strengthen…
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Sebei coop leaders undergo training in modern agricultural production and financial management
KAMPALA, May 18, 2026 — Leaders of cooperatives from the Sebei Sub-region have been trained in modern agricultural production methods and strengthen financial management practices to improve household incomes, reduce post-harvest losses,…
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Africa CDC warns of regional Ebola threat as DRC, Uganda declare outbreaks
KAMPALA, May 18, 2026 — The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention [Africa CDC] has warned of a growing risk of regional spread from a new Ebola outbreak centered in the…
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Second ICA Members’ Chat webinar explores Advocacy
BRUSSELS, May 17, 2026 — Throughout 2026, the International Cooperative Alliance [ ICA ] is hosting a series of online events for members to explore the organisation’s 2026-2030 strategic plan: Practice, Promote,…
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EAC finance ministers harmonise budget reading date, adopt common regional economic agenda
KAMPALA, May 17, 2026 — Finance ministers from the East African Community (EAC) Partner States have agreed to present their national budgets on the same day and adopt a unified regional economic…
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Bunyoro goat farmers improve incomes through climate-smart breeds
BULIISA, May 16, 2026 – Goat farming groups in Bunyoro Subregion, especially in Buliisa district have improved their livelihoods and increased household incomes after adopting climate-smart goat farming practices and replacing traditional…
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EAC Announces 2026 Regional Quality Awards to Honour Top Enterprises
ARUSHA, May 15, 2026 — The East African Community [EAC] has officially announced the upcoming 2026 EAC Regional Quality Awards set to fete outstanding enterprises across the region that demonstrate excellence in…
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