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Gambian ex-minister Sonko on trial in Switzerland for crimes against humanity

The trial of Ousman Sonko, a Gambian ex-interior minister accused of crimes against humanity committed under the regime of a former dictator Yahya Jammeh from 2006 until 2016, began in a federal court in Switzerland on Monday (8 January). Sonko is the highest-ranking official under Jammeh’s dictatorship, to be prosecuted for widespread rights abuses. Sonko […]

Morocco: EBRD and EU Support Women-led businesses with €20 Mln Funding

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) have partnered with Moroccan bank for Commerce & Industry (BMCI) to support women-led micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). EBRD will provide up to €20 million unsecured loan to BMCI for women entrepreneurs digitalization and MSMEs located in the regions affected by […]

Zambia reduces power generation from Kariba Dam

Zambia has reduced hydropower production at the Kariba Dam because of rapidly declining water levels at the world’s biggest man-made reservoir. The power station straddles the border with Zimbabwe and supply both countries with electricity. According to Reuters, the two countries have agreed to reduce electricity production on each side of the border, from about […]