Commonwealth News
Queen Elizabeth to miss Commonwealth Games opening ceremony
The head of the Commonwealth, Queen Elizabeth will miss this year's Commonwealth Games 2022 opening ceremony beginning on July 28th. Prince of Wales on his mother's behalf will read the Commonwealth Games Baton's message at the event. The baton has arrived at the host...
Food security in Togo: African Development Bank Group grants $5 million
African Development Bank Group approves a $5.39-million budget support package for Togo. It intends to help them strengthen the agricultural sector and tackle soaring food prices. Togo farmers will be provided 500 tonnes of certified climate-resistant seed and 7,700...
Maldives is building a floating city to accommodate 20000 people
The Maldives plans to build a floating city that will have the capacity to accommodate about 20,000 people. The facility is expected to be finished by 2027 and will comprise pretty houses, stores and schools for children. As it is the lowest-lying country in the...
Maldives Independence Day
The holiday officially commences with a religious service at the presidential palace. Throughout the day, citizens gather at central Male for musical performances and speeches by government officials. Firework displays take place all across the nation in the spirit of...
Tech giants to self-regulate, reduce harmful online content in New Zealand
Big tech companies agree to follow a self-regulated code of practice to reduce harmful online content in New Zealand. The framework and an initiative to end online hate will be called the Aotearoa New Zealand Code of Practice for Online Safety and Harms. Read the...
St Kitts and Nevis hosts “Restaurant Week” to promote island’s best chefs, local cuisine
Local restaurants partners with tourist organisations or chamber of commerce to promote the island's best chefs and local cuisines. The annual "Restaurant Week" event was hosted from 14 to 24 July 2022. The week showcased vibrant culture and cuisines highlighting the...