Turkey and Egypt mark a historic milestone with the “Friendship of the Sea 2025” naval exercise, their first joint drill in 13 years, fostering military ties and stability in the Eastern Mediterranean through advanced training and cooperation.
MOTIE and MoCDE, with World Bank support, advanced e-commerce policy on September 25, 2025, through a validation workshop focused on empowering women and youth in digital trade—read key highlights and impacts.
Amid Sudan’s escalating cholera crisis with over 12,000 cases in Darfur since May, a vital vaccination drive launched on September 21, 2025, aims to immunize 1.86 million people, explore the WHO-UNICEF-led efforts to combat the outbreak fueled by war and flooding.
The 7th Merck Foundation First Ladies Initiative Summit 2025 in Dakar, Senegal, saw H.E. Madam Marie Khone Faye appointed as “More Than a Mother” Ambassador, launched the “Educating Linda” program, and provided 25 scholarships to Senegalese doctors to boost healthcare and address social issues.
The African Development Bank approves $209 million strategy for Lesotho to combat economic challenges from U.S. tariffs and MCC loss, focusing on infrastructure, private sector growth, youth skills, and AfCFTA integration for resilient, inclusive development.
