Commonwealth News
Angam Day Nauru
Angam Day, a vibrant celebration in the Pacific Island nation of Nauru, is dedicated to honouring the rich history and culture of the country. The event is marked by a series of engaging programs, including sports competitions that add excitement to the festivities....
Huawei unveils tech-supported smart fire-detection for Cyprus
During a launch event, Huawei, in collaboration with startup company PROBOTEK, demonstrated an early fire detection system as part of their “Smart & Green Village” program. Utilising Cyta’s 5G network, the solution was showcased in Athalassa Park, a significant...
Apply Now: Commonwealth Connectivity Agenda Cross-Regional Connectivity Grants Program
If you represent a public or private sector institution in a Commonwealth country and have plans for a peer-to-peer learning program, consider applying for the Connectivity Agenda’s Cross-Regional Connectivity Grants Program. This initiative supports Commonwealth...
Zambia Independence Day
The former colony of Northern Rhodesia, previously part of the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland since 1953, marked this historic event with a ceremony at the Independence Stadium in the capital, Lusaka. At present, Lusaka hosts the headquarters of 15 African...
Dussehra
In some regions, Dussehra also marks the end of the Ramlila performances, a series of plays and musicals depicting the life of Lord Rama, culminating in the reenactment of Lord Rama's victory over the demon king Ravana. In summary, Dussehra is the culmination of the...
Cameroonian startup Koree wins $50k top prize at Ecobank Fintech Challenge
Cameroonian fintech startup Koree clinched the top prize of US$50,000 in cash at the annual Ecobank Fintech Challenge, a competition organized each year by the pan-African bank Ecobank Group. The challenge aims to bolster innovative startups by offering cash prizes...