Commonwealth News
Samoa to host 2024 CHOGM
Jul 19, 2022
Samoa to host the next Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in 2024. It would be the first time when leaders and delegations from 56 Commonwealth nations from across Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, the Pacific, and Europe will assemble in a small island...
India: Startup TRST01 is tackling climate action through blockchain technology
Jul 19, 2022
Indian blockchain startup TrayamBhu Tech Solutions (TRST01) launches NFT tokens to digitise carbon and solar credits. To combat climate change and maintain three tenets of trust, transparency, and traceability these NFT tokens: Bhu, and Arka, are available on several...
President’s Day Botswana
Jul 18, 2022
This day is one of the most important national holidays in the country. It is celebrated with parades, speeches and festivals throughout Botswana. The celebrations also include an annual President's Day Competition where artists compete to showcase their talent and...
Nelson Mandela Day
Jul 18, 2022
Nelson Mandela was the founding father of peace in South Africa. This day celebrates the idea that each individual has the power to make change and the ability to transform the world. The idea is to bring people together to fight poverty, peace and advocate for...
Queen Elizabeth’s coronation dress and jewellery goes on display as part of Platinum Jubilee celebrations
Jul 16, 2022
As part of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s coronation dress with necklace and earrings goes on a special display at an exhibition at Windsor Castle. The exhibition also includes art and paintings, photographs, jewellery and a Robe of...
Australia’s Telstra completes Digicel Pacific buyout
Jul 15, 2022
Australia’s leading telecommunications company, Telstra Corporation acquires Digicel Pacific in partnership with the Australian Government. The Government is providing $1.33 billion through Export Finance Australia (EFA), to support this acquisition and build a...