Oct 3, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, recently met with Commonwealth Secretary-General Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland KC during the 79th United Nations General Assembly to discuss Nigeria’s involvement in the...
Oct 2, 2024 | Commonwealth News
On this day, India pays tribute to the “Father of the Nation,” whose steadfast commitment to truth, non-violence, and civil disobedience played a pivotal role in the country’s struggle for independence. Across the nation, schools, colleges, and...
Oct 2, 2024 | Commonwealth News
On Independence Day, the streets of Funafuti, Tuvalu’s capital, come alive with vibrant celebrations. Colourful parades wind through the narrow streets, featuring traditional dance troupes in intricate costumes, accompanied by the rhythmic beats of drums and the...
Oct 2, 2024 | Commonwealth News
On this day, the festivities commence with a grand military parade in the capital city of Nicosia, where the streets are adorned with the vibrant colours of the Cypriot flag – blue and copper-red, symbolising the island’s azure skies and the rich copper mines...
Sep 30, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Botswana’s journey to independence is a remarkable success story in Africa. After gaining independence in 1966, Botswana transformed from one of the world’s poorest nations into a prosperous and stable country on the African continent. The country’s...
Sep 26, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Mary Yongai, a 26-year-old makeup artist from Sierra Leone, set a new Guinness World Record by completing 111 cosmetic makeovers in 24 hours, surpassing her goal of 100 and breaking the previous record of 96 held by Indonesia’s Martha Tilaar since 2005. To meet...
Sep 24, 2024 | Commonwealth News
The Republic Day in Trinidad and Tobago is a time of national pride, celebrated with cultural events, parades, and community gatherings that honour the nation’s rich history and diverse heritage. It is a day for citizens to reflect on the country’s journey...
Sep 19, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Independence Day celebration is a time for the people of these Caribbean islands to honour their rich history, cultural heritage, and the sacrifices made by those who fought for freedom. The festivities begin with the ceremonial raising of the national flag,...
Sep 17, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO) has entered into a $1.3 billion public-private partnership (PPP) with Indian conglomerate Adani Group and Africa50, an infrastructure investment platform of the African Development Bank. The partnership aims to enhance...
Sep 16, 2024 | Commonwealth News
Independence Day is a time for the people of Papua New Guinea to celebrate their rich cultural heritage and national identity. The day is often filled with parades, traditional dances, and various ceremonies honouring the country’s journey to sovereignty and its...
