Commonwealth News
Jamaica heroes day
This day is marked by various celebrations, including flag-raising and tree-planting ceremonies, concerts and services. Award ceremonies are also held every year to honour and reward those who have made outstanding contributions to the development of Jamaica and...
Nigeria’s solar workforce can help the world to net zero
According to Gabe-Oji, chief technology officer for Abuja-based installer Green Energy Spectrum and a renewable energy physicist, to reach the net-zero goal by mid-century, Nigerians already have a base of skilled PV engineers who could work worldwide but they need to...
Dussehra
Dussehra or Vijaydashmi signals the end of the 10-day long festivities of Durga Puja. It is a day celebrating the victory of good over evil. On this auspicious occasion, the idols of Goddess Durga are immersed in water.
Commonwealth launches voluntary information and price sharing database
Commonwealth Secretariat launches Voluntary Information and Price-Sharing database (VIPSD) to increase equitable access to essential medicines, health supplies and pharmaceutical procurement data. It will be voluntary information for Commonwealth countries and...
Kenyan farmers tap apps to ride out Covid-19 and climate storm
Kenyan farmers are using digital technology to access farming inputs, weather reports and financing. In Africa, according to the experts, agri-tech apps - like DigiFarm and Twiga are increasingly becoming popular and playing a crucial role in supporting small-scale...
WB prepares to inject US$40m in Gambia’s agriculture
The Gambia and World Bank to fund Gambia Inclusive and Resilience Agriculture Value Chain Development Project (GIRAV) with about $40 million. The minister for Agriculture Hon. Amie Fabureh in a virtual statement recognised the importance of the agricultural sector and...