Apr 3, 2023 | News & Events
Canada’s Rogers Communications Inc’s acquisition of Shaw Communications for C$20 billion ($14.8 billion) gets approved, with the condition that Rogers make financial commitments to create new jobs and expand its network, and pay penalties if it fails to do...
Apr 1, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Also known as ‘EOKA Day’, this holiday represents both a symbol of achievement and a time of respite for citizens, as they reflect on their hard-fought independence. On this day people attend churches and schools will have special events to raise awareness...
Mar 31, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Malta Airport Foundation and Heritage Malta are set to unveil Malta’s inaugural deep-water underwater archaeological park, located on a seabed area spanning 67,000 square metres off Xlendi Bay. The Tower Wreck Deepwater Archaeological Park will also be virtually...
Mar 31, 2023 | Commonwealth News
This day is celebrated with speeches, parades, fireworks, and other festivities. In the afternoon, Grand Harbour in Valletta, National Regatta Association hosts a traditional competitive regatta in the clear waters of Malta. It is a time for the Maltese people to come...
Mar 30, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Rama Navami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Rama, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. On this occasion, people observe fasts, chant prayers, and perform puja (worship) in honour of Lord Rama. They also decorate their homes and streets...
Mar 29, 2023 | Commonwealth News
The Commonwealth Secretariat and Intel collaborate to jointly launch a digital learning platform that facilitates the understanding and utilisation of emerging technologies by public sector officials across 56 commonwealth countries. This initiative aims to dispel any...
Mar 28, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Ghana gains approval of a $28.49 million grant from the African Development Bank’s Board of Directors to construct renewable energy infrastructure, which aims to increase its use of renewable energy by 10% by 2030. The funding will assist in constructing...
Mar 27, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Nat Sciver-Brunt, the all-rounder from England, scored an unbeaten 60 runs to lead Mumbai Indians to a seven-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals in the first-ever Women’s Premier League held in Mumbai. The five-team competition has been praised as a...
Mar 26, 2023 | Commonwealth News
Bangladesh Independence Day is marked by parades, flag-hoisting ceremonies, and speeches by government officials. People also light candles and offer prayers in memory of the martyrs who fought for the country’s freedom. The day is a public holiday, and various...
