Nato chief welcomes US sending 5,000 troops to Poland
President Trump’s announcement on Thursday night came ahead of a meeting of Nato foreign ministers.
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Africa: South Africa Welcomes China’s Zero-Tariff Preference Scheme
The Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau, has welcomed the announcement by the Government of the People’s Republic of China that introduces a temporary zero-tariff preference scheme for 20 non-least developed African countries, including South Africa. The measure follows an announcement by Chinese President Xi Jinping on 14 February 2026 that China would…
Africa: United States Welcomes Arrival of Groundbreaking HIV Prevention Medicine in South Africa
U.S. Embassy Pretoria Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE United States Welcomes Arrival of Groundbreaking HIV Prevention Medicine in South Africa PRETORIA, South Africa – The U.S. Mission to South Africa welcomes the arrival of the first shipment of Lenacapavir to South Africa on April 7, marking a significant milestone in the global fight against HIV/AIDS….
Russia welcomes arrival of oil tanker in Cuba amid U.S. oil blockade
An old Soviet-era Lada car drives past a truck belonging to a private Cuban company (mipyme) parked in front of a gas station with an IsoTank of imported fuel in Havana on March 19, 2026. Adalberto Roque | Afp | Getty Images The Kremlin on Monday welcomed the arrival of a Russian-flagged oil tanker to…
Africa: AU Welcomes UN Resolution Recognizing Slave Trade As Crime Against Humanity
The African Union Commission has welcomed a new resolution by the United Nations General Assembly recognizing the transatlantic slave trade as one of the gravest crimes against humanity. In a statement, the Chairperson of the Commission praised the adoption of Resolution A/80/L.48, which was led by Ghana. The Chairperson described the move as a major…
Africa: Government Welcomes Continued Growth in South Africa’s Economy
Government has welcomed the latest data released by Statistics South Africa showing that South Africa’s economy grew by 1.1% in 2025, with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanding by 0.4% in the fourth quarter. Fourth quarter performance, covering the period from October to December, marks the fifth consecutive quarter of economic growth, signalling continued resilience in…
Aamfi Appoints Dr. Corneille Karekezi As Chairperson As the Alliance Welcomes New Members – Banque Ouest Africaine De Développement and Regional Maritime Development Bank
The Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AAMFI) has appointed Dr. Corneille Karekezi as Chairperson of its Governing Council, succeeding Samaila Zubairu, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), who served as the Alliance’s second Chairperson following its establishment in 2024. The appointment was confirmed at the Ninth Meeting of the…
Africa: Ahly Coach Thorup Welcomes Away-First Advantage in Esperance Showdown
Al Ahly head coach Jess Thorup has described his side’s TotalEnergies CAF Champions League quarter-final against Esperance Sportive de Tunis as a “tough mission for both teams” but insists the Egyptian giants remain firmly focused on reaching the semi-finals. The draw, held in Cairo on Tuesday, paired Africa’s most successful club with the four-time Tunisian…
Africa: Global Fund Board Welcomes Final Eighth Replenishment Outcome of U.S.$12.64 Billion, Backs Strategic Shifts to Advance Countries’ Path to Self-Reliance
Geneva — The Board of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria (the Global Fund) welcomed the final outcome of the partnership’s Eighth Replenishment – US$12.64 billion – at its 54th meeting on 12-13 February. “This remarkable result, achieved in a challenging global context, reflects the strong support for the Global Fund’s lifesaving…
Russia welcomes Infantino’s comments on lifting ban; Ukraine furious | Football News
FIFA chief Infantino suggested the ban on Russia’s participation in global competitions should be lifted. Published On 3 Feb 20263 Feb 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share The Kremlin has welcomed FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s comments on ending a ban on Russia from international football competitions over its war on Ukraine,…