Thousands of Rwandans living in Belgium and Europe assembled in Brussels on Saturday to meet with President Kagame for Rwandan Diaspora community engagement, #RwandaDay. Around 3000 Rwandans and Friends of #Rwanda are gathered in #RwandaDay2017 #Belgium . #MeetThePresident #PerezidaWacu pic.twitter.com/mS924LdePN — đ·đŒRwanda en Belgiqueđ§đȘ (@RwandaInBelgium) June 10, 2017
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EU condolences to Somalians
“The EU extends its condolences to the families and friends of all those who lost loved ones and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured” says the statement of the European External Action Service. “These terrorist acts shall not deter the path to peace and security in Somalia.” “The European Union stands closely with…
EU observation mission to Kenya
In response to an invitation by the Kenyan authorities, the European Union has decided to deploy an Election Observation Mission (EOM) to Kenya to observe the general elections scheduled for 8 August. Former EU EOM recommendations have played a role in promoting political dialogue and the consolidation of democracy in Kenya. Federica Mogherini, High Representative of the…
Al-Shabaab attacks Af Urur town
Al Shabaab militants captured a town in Somalia’s semi-autonomous Puntland region on Thursday (8.06.2017) a senior official confirmed, and the group claimed it had killed at least 61 soldiers in the assault. “Al Shabaab attacked Af Urur town this morning. There were few soldiers there and thus al Shabaab captured the town. It is difficult to…
#EDD2017 European Development Days
The 11th edition of European Development Days opens 7-8 June, is focused on investing in development. Europe’s leading forum on international cooperation and development is the biggest ever with some 7,000 participants to attend. The event’s debates, panels, and special events will provide insights into the most pressing development challenges facing the world, and various…
L’UE: 50 millions pour Sahel
BAMBKO. 50 millions d’euros seront dĂ©bloquĂ©s pour soutenir l’action des pays du G5 Sahel pour amĂ©liorer les conditions de sĂ©curitĂ© et la coopĂ©ration transfrontaliĂšre, a annoncĂ© l’UE aujourd’hui. .@FedericaMog annonce 50âŹmn pour amĂ©liorer la sĂ©curitĂ© dans le Sahelhttps://t.co/aaDScov85C — Michael Mann (@MichaelMannEU) June 5, 2017 Ce soutien contribuera Ă la mise en place effective…
Lions killed in South African sanctuary
The killing of the male lions named Jose and Liso occurred at the Emoya Big Cat Sanctuary, South Africa. Two lions freed from circuses were brutally poached in spite of the protection. The incursion highlighted how brazen poachers can infiltrate places like Emoya, which said it has 24-hour security and armed patrols and has taken…
ECOWAS in controversy
The 51st ordinary meeting of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) began in the Liberian capital Monrovia on Saturday, 3 of June. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was invited to address the ECOWAS meeting, the first time a non-African leader has been asked to speak to the event. Moroccan King Mohammed VI canceled his participation at…
Little Mermaid for banning Faroe whales massacre
The famous Little Mermaid sculpture was chosen as a messenger to protect Faroe whales from annual massacre. A whale defender painted Little Mermaid red, symbolising blood of whales killed by Faroe Islands inhabitants, Â to attract the attention to the issue in Denmark, and internationally. The Little Mermaid statue in Denmark was vandalized with red…
EU supports Sahel countries
The EU supports the Sahel countries â Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, Mauritania, and Niger â in areas of shared interest such as security, migration, terrorism, the humanitarian response, resilience building and long-term development. Misguided water management projects are causing lakes and rivers in Africaâs Sahel region to run dry. https://t.co/IMpGfuVefn #water — Circle of Blue…
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