Commonwealth News
India’s Saatvik to supply 9.3 MW of solar modules in Mauritius
Jun 9, 2022
India’s leading solar module manufacturer Saatvik Green Energy secures a supply order for 9.3 MW of modules for a solar project in Mauritius. At present, Saatvik holds a production capacity of 1 GW a year and plans to expand its capacity to 3 GW by 2023. Read the...
CHOGM: 40 Heads of Government confirm attendance
Jun 9, 2022
About 40 Heads of Government confirms to attend the forthcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) from June 20 through 25. Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Vincent Biruta also encouraged youth, women, the business community and the civil society to...
Uganda Heroes Day
Jun 9, 2022
Offices, schools and businesses are closed for the day as the public partakes in official ceremonies and governmental celebrations. The heroes of the nation are honoured with medals and speeches in recognition of their contributions.
Solomon Islands Temotu Province Day
Jun 8, 2022
This public holiday is observed with a flag-raising ceremony at the capital. It is celebrated with sports, speeches, and processions all across the province. The citizens enjoy family feasts of yams, taros, fish, and a variety of other dishes.
Nine African startups selected for Norrsken Impact Accelerator
Jun 8, 2022
In the second edition of the Norrsken Impact Accelerator, one of the programmes of the Norrsken Foundation that support entrepreneurs globally has selected about nine African startups. In 2019, Norrsken Foundation launched its entrepreneurship hub, Norrsken House, in...
Africa Health Excon: Positioning Africa as the continental hub for health innovation and trade
Jun 7, 2022
Merck, a leading science and technology company, unveils its further commitment to Africa. It will be strategically expanding through a four-tiered program of awareness, diagnosis, training of healthcare professionals, and access to treatment. Africa Bureau aims to...