A delegation of high-level officials from the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) paid a courtesy call on Seychelles' President Wavel Ramkalawan at State House on Thursday.   Speaking to the media following discussions with the President, the chairman of BADEA's board of directors, Dr Fahad Aldossari , said this visit is meant to «build upon the historical partnership between BADEA and Seychelles. We started in 1980, our first project here in Seychelles. Since then, we have funded around 25 projects.» He said, «Historically BADEA worked with the Seychelles government in infrastructure and we have funded many projects in infrastructure. Another priority is the health and housing sector. With the BADEA experience in Africa, we will definitely these initiatives as well.» Aldossari added that the Seychelles' President «put forward the priorities that BADEA should focus on for Seychelles. We should also work together with the Seychelles government in funding a number of projects and also supporting the socio-economic activities that are being done in Seychelles.» Also discussed were renewable energy and the energy sector in general and BADEA investing more in the tourism sector, such as the Seychelles International Airport, in addition to important infrastructure. Among the latest projects funded by BADEA, together with the Saudi Fund, is a 33kV electricity transmission network substation in the southern district of Anse Royale at a cost of $30.9 million. The project, which was inaugurated in October last year, caters for the distribution electricity network for the southern region of the main island of Mahe.

Old Mutual has partnered with Media Institute for Southern Africa (Misa-Malawi) and Association for Women in Media (AWOME) to capacitate journalists on business reporting with focus on savings and the new pensions Act 2023. Old Mutual Marketing and Corporate Affairs Executive, Patience Chatsika said they have engaged the media to highlight about voluntary pensions and […] The post Old Mutual partners Misa-Malawi, AWOME to capacitate journalists on business reporting appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Malawi is amongst 11 sub-Saharan African countries that have been selected to benefit from initiative by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) to implement national broadband mapping systems. This was announced during the ITU Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) currently underway in Kampala, Uganda being attended by Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA).   The bold and […] The post Malawi to benefit from Euro 15 million EU/ITU broadband mapping initiative appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Though he prophesized a lowly funeral ceremony in Mzimu wa Soldier, Lucius Banda has finally slept with honor and dignity today at Sosola Village in Balaka with his family and, also, the UTM party speaking salutes to President Lazarus Chakwera for taking compassionate care of the fallen ‘soldier’ in the past three years of his […] The post Buried with honor: UTM, family salute Chakwera for supporting Lucius in illness and dignifying him in death appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

A Cambridge gymnastics coach who was banned from the sport last year over maltreatment of athletes has had her appeal of the earlier ruling denied. Sports lawyer Amanda Fowler called the decision «precedent setting» because it's the first type of sanction in the world to award a lifetime ban for non sexual maltreatment.

Anna Smith would like to start a family. But the 27-year-old graduate student, who currently lives with her partner in Toronto in a 500-square-foot apartment, would also like more space. Like many Canadians in their 20s and 30s, she's realizing she can't have both.

A groundbreaking study in the Lancet Planetary Health reveals that even below Indian air quality standards, air pollution contributes significantly to mortality in 10 cities, with 33,000 annual deaths linked to PM2.5 levels exceeding WHO guidelines. The findings underscore the need for stricter national standards and year-round pollution control measures across the nation.

Congress raises concerns over PM Modi and Anurag Thakur's statements in Parliament, citing inaccuracies. MP Tagore questions claims on holidays and criticizes alleged misleading information on Congress vote share and defense equipment. Letter seeking action against the statements has been sent to Lok Sabha Speaker.

“I will kill you and your family,” he said several times during the hearing in Reykjanes District Court yesterday. “You never know where you have him, he has a great violent mind, so I took these threats very seriously,” said a police officer who testified in court in the case of Mohamad Kourani today.

New registrations of electric passenger cars in Iceland were about 76% fewer in the first half of 2022 than in the same period last year. This can be read from the figures from the Icelandic Transport Authority when looking at only electric cars.

Mogadishu (HOL) United States President Joe Biden has commended the Somali government's achievements in rebuilding governance and congratulated the people and government of Somalia on the 64th anniversary of their independence.

Live updates from the 2024 campaign trail, with the latest news on presidential candidates, polls, primaries and more.

The band parted ways with Dave back in 2022 after over two decades, sparking a dramatic and lengthy legal battle.

Mason Mount has reportedly ended his romance with McDonald's worker turned model Freya Tidy.

The Scottish actor, 54, was spotted cosying up to Sports Illustrated star Penny Lane as the couple enjoyed a stroll through Primrose Hill.

Speaking on the Mail talk show The Reaction on the eve of the election , the columnists dissected what a Labour supermajority on Friday could mean for the deputy leader.

DailyMail.com can reveal that the person involved in the mortifying incident is an influential fashion socialite and celebrity hanger-on.

A Czech national has reportedly been charged with stealing gold and silver valuables during fighting on the outskirts of Kiev in 2022 Read Full Article at RT.com

The unsigned Istanbul agreement between Ukraine and Russia could be used for future diplomatic engagement, Vladimir Putin has said Read Full Article at RT.com

India's president serves a ceremonial role, elected for five years under Article 56 by an Electoral College, with the prime minister holding executive power. Article 70 mandates the vice president acts in absences. Pratibha Patil was the first woman president; current is Droupadi Murmu. Rajendra Prasad served two terms. Zakir Husain died in office. Varahagiri Venkata Giri acted as president.

Baba Narayan Hari, also known as Saakar Vishwa Hari 'Bhole Baba', was seen leaving Phulrai village with his convoy shortly after the tragic Hathras stampede, captured on CCTV. The stampede occurred as devotees, mainly women, were returning from a 'satsang' led by Baba Narayan Hari, resulting in 121 deaths. Police attributed the incident to overcrowding, with bodies seen outside a hospital.

The European Union has imposed new import duties on Chinese electric vehicles following an anti-subsidy probe Read Full Article at RT.com

RIYADH: The Kingdom’s Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has opened bidding for its “Coffee City” in Baha’s Qalwah governorate, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Thursday. The aim is to enhance local production by planting 300,000 coffee trees over an area of 5 million square meters. Businesses seeking to invest should submit their bids through the Furas platform by Sept. 9.

SCO countries have increased the use of national currencies in mutual settlements, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said   Read Full Article at RT.com

The country’s pioneer mobile network and ICT services provider, TNM Plc has launched implementation of community projects worth K318 million nationwide under the Mudziwathu initiative. The Mudziwathu initiative is a quest to develop communities and grow local economies using a portion of proceeds from TNM’s revenues and through it, the company has enhanced community development, […] The post TNM implements K318 million projects through Mudziwathu appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a mission aimed at developing sports, the county’s sports regulatory body, Malawi National Council of Sports (MNCS) has unveiled crucial strategic plans which the association is expected to implement in order to ensure that every sporting discipline is on the right track. Addressing the media, MNCS Chief Executive Officer, Dr Henry Kamata said while […] The post MNCS unveil key developmental strategies aimed at promoting various sporting disciplines  appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.