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Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day

Remembrance Day, also known as Poppy Day, is observed across Commonwealth countries to honour the brave members of the armed forces who sacrificed their lives in service. Celebrated annually since the end of the First World War, Remembrance Day uses the red poppy as a...

Maldives Republic Day

Maldives Republic Day

This day is typically celebrated with parades, cultural events, and ceremonies highlighting Maldivian independence and national pride. Minister Adam Naseer praised President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's transparent leadership and commitment to inclusive governance this year....

Botswana President-elect declares public holiday for his inauguration

Botswana President-elect declares public holiday for his inauguration

Botswana has declared a special public holiday to celebrate the inauguration of its new President, Advocate Duma Gideon Boko. Government spokesperson Montlenyane Baaitse confirmed that the holiday will begin with a half-day on Thursday, November 7, followed by a...

Samoa minister rallies for gender equality at CHOGM 2024

Samoa minister rallies for gender equality at CHOGM 2024

In a significant gathering at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024 in Apia, Samoa, Ankita Yadav, representing the Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce, met with Hon Mulipola Anarosa Ale-Molio'o, Samoa's Minister for Women, Community, and Social...

CHOGM 2024: Addressing women’s role in climate action

CHOGM 2024: Addressing women’s role in climate action

Ankita Yadav, our representative from the Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce, recently had the opportunity to meet with Hon Myles LaRoda, Member of Parliament and Minister for Social Services, Information, and Broadcasting of The Bahamas, during the Women’s Forum at the...