Aug 14, 2024 | Commonwealth News
On this historic day, Pakistan’s flag was raised for the first time, and the country’s national anthem was played, signifying the birth of a new nation. Nationwide, the day is marked by flag-raising ceremonies, military parades, cultural performances, and...
Aug 7, 2024 | Commonwealth News
For this day, festivities include grand parades in Kingston featuring vibrant displays of the national colors, cultural performances showcasing reggae and traditional dance, and the Jamaica Independence Festival with contests and concerts. Communities across the...
Aug 6, 2024 | Commonwealth News
The Law Commission of England and Wales has proposed a new legal classification for crypto assets, recommending they be recognised as a distinct form of personal property. The current legal framework categorises personal property into tangible and intangible and does...
Aug 6, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Nedbank Group, a leading South African financial services provider, has reported strong financial results for the first half of 2023. The bank announced an 8% increase in headline earnings, reaching 7.9 billion rand ($427.2 million) compared to 7.3 billion rand in the...
Aug 5, 2024 | Commonwealth News
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...
Aug 2, 2024 | Commonwealth News
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...
Aug 1, 2024 | Commonwealth News
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...
Jul 31, 2024 | Commonwealth News
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...
Jul 30, 2024 | Commonwealth News
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...
