Commonwealth News
Cindy Ngamba makes history as first refugee to secure Olympic medal, reaches boxing semi-finals
Cindy Winner Djankeu Ngamba, a Cameroon-born, UK-based boxer representing the Refugee Olympic Team, has etched her name in Olympic history at Paris 2024.She became the first athlete from the Refugee Olympic Team to secure an Olympic medal when she triumphed over...
Curacao becomes associate member of Caribbean Community
Curacao, the picturesque Dutch Caribbean island, has officially joined the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) as its newest associate member. This milestone was announced during the opening ceremony of CARICOM's heads of government summit in Grenada. Curacao's inclusion...
Commonwealth Secretariat celebrates launch of The Gambia’s new digital trade and tourism platforms
The Government of The Gambia, in partnership with the Commonwealth Secretariat, has launched a series of digital platforms aimed at enhancing the country's trade, tourism, and investment sectors. Unveiled at a recent event in Bijilo, this initiative includes the...
Manu Bhaker becomes first Indian woman to win two medals at a single Olympics edition
Manu Bhaker has made history at the Paris Olympics, becoming the first Indian woman to win multiple medals in a single Olympic Games. On Tuesday, she clinched bronze in the 10m pistol mixed team event with partner Sarabjot Singh, defeating South Korea 16-10. This...
Vanuatu Independence Day
Vanuatu celebrates its Independence Day on July 30th, commemorating its freedom gained in 1980. This significant day marks the birth of Vanuatu as a sovereign nation, with its name meaning "Our Land Forever" in many local Melanesian languages. The celebration features...
Maldives Independence Day
Independence Day is a national holiday in the Maldives. The day is typically celebrated with various events and activities across the country. It is a time of joy, unity, and hope. It honors the struggles of the past while embracing the possibilities of the future....