Kenya, Uganda revive SGR railway extension deal, mull joint resource mobilization

The governments of Kenya and Uganda have now revived the plans to build a standard gauge railway (SGR) between them, with each of them pursuing individual financing for their SGR portions, with Kenya signing commercial contracts and Uganda set to finalize its deal soon. These steps signal renewed efforts in both countries to upgrade infrastructure […]

Israel: Government supports settlements at any time, PM

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu told a cabinet meeting on Sunday that the Jewish settlers who were removed from two homes on Friday will soon return after the necessary paperwork which he said would be fast tracked. The Israeli Prime Minister made the statement as pressure builds against his government with religious nationalist parties that are […]

Morocco Takes over Chairmanship of Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development

Delegates of African countries have voted for Morocco to lead the African Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD) during the 5th meeting of this regional body convening in Marrakech April 16-18 under the theme: “Empowering people and ensuring inclusiveness and equality”. The North African Kingdom will chair ARFSD for one year and will be responsible […]