Commonwealth News
BioNTech aims to start mRNA vaccine output in Rwanda in 2025
In 2022, BioNTech laid out a plan to enable African countries to produce its Comirnaty COVID-19 vaccine under the company's supervision. The goal is to promote vaccine equity and self-reliance for the region. Currently, Africa relies on imports for 99% of its vaccine...
Eswatini concludes evaluation of its national phytosanitary system to better protect plant health
The Eswatini National Plant Health Inspection Services (NaPHIS), in collaboration with the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) Secretariat and other partners, concluded a seven-month assessment of Eswatini's phytosanitary system. The partners included the...
Embrace, engage technology to accelerate Ghana’s development – Dr Bawumia to the Youth
Ghana's Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has praised the innovative strides being made by players and stakeholders in its digital ecosystem, especially in the area of fintech. Speaking at the award ceremony for the first eCedi Hackathon competition hosted by the Bank...
Joint declaration of governments of the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories a modern partnership for a stronger British family
The United Kingdom and the elected governments of 12 British Overseas Territories have come together to release a Joint Declaration reaffirming their deep and historic partnership. The declaration was signed following a 2-day meeting held on November 14-15, 2023...
Commonwealth connections fostered at festive RCS HK Christmas Party
The Royal Commonwealth Society Hong Kong (RCS HK) recently hosted its annual Christmas party at the Helena May in Hong Kong. Attended by the Commonwealth Chamber Chairman Julia Charlton and many distinguished guests, the event served as an opportunity to celebrate the...
Mozambique: Assembly approves budget for 2024 – AIM report
The Mozambican parliament approved the 2024 budget plan and spending estimates (PESOE), despite opposition complaints about last-minute changes. The ruling Frelimo party's 165 deputies voted in favour of the budget on its first reading, while all 37 opposition...