diplomacy&development

Rabat, Capital of African Culture, recently witnessed an extraordinary and immersive cultural experience with the spectacular show "Lucy of Africa Fashion Show and Performance” by ALPHADI and Tongo MBIA. This African baroque fresco, passionately designed by Master Tongo MBIA, successfully captivated the audience by offering a narrative that embraces the history of humanity from an African perspective. The evening, held on May 23 at the prestigious Allal Fassi hall, transcended a mere event, becoming a dazzling celebration of African haute couture through the breathtaking creations of ALPHADI. The magnificent garments, paying homage to Africa's history and heritage, illuminated the stage, taking the spectators on a visual journey through the epochs and cultures of the continent's six regions. The spectacle transported the audience through different eras of humanity, providing a unique African perspective. Talented storytellers Bomou Mamadou and Binda Ngazolo captured everyo...

Rabat, Capitale Africaine de la Culture, a récemment vibré au rythme d'une expérience culturelle exceptionnelle et immersive avec le show extraordinaire "Lucy d'Afrique Défilé et Spectacle" par ALPHADI et Tongo MBIA. Cette fresque baroque africaine, conçue avec passion par Maitre Tongo MBIA, a su captiver les spectateurs en leur offrant un récit qui embrasse l'histoire de l'humanité du point de vue de l'Afrique. La soirée, qui s'est tenue le 23 mai à la prestigieuse salle Allal Fassi, a été bien plus qu'un simple événement. Elle a été une célébration éblouissante de la haute couture africaine grâce aux créations époustouflantes d'ALPHADI. Les tenues magnifiques – qui honoraient l'histoire et l'héritage de l'Afrique -  de ce prince de la mode ont illuminé la scène, transportant les spectateurs dans un voyage visuel à travers les époques et les cultures des six régions du continent. Le spectacle a transporté les spectateurs à travers ...

More support needed from governments and donors to reach UN Goals.   The Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) Road Safety Working Group announced today, at a meeting in Leipzig, Germany, that seven of its members committed $3.6 billion toward road safety initiatives in developing countries during the period 2018-2022. Three standalone road safety projects—in Bangladesh (World Bank), India (Asian Development Bank and World Bank), and Romania (European Investment Bank)—totaled $912 million in MDBs financing, which is more than one-quarter of the amount approved by seven of the working group members during this timeframe. These commitments come in response to a global health crisis that kills 1.35 million people on the world’s roads every year. Ninety-three percent of these fatalities occur in developing countries.  Despite these sizable contributions, more is needed to achieve the United Nations’ goal of halving road fatalities in low- and middle-income countries by 2030. As mo...

• G7’s 2X Challenge once again exceeded its target, raising US$ 16.3 Billion from 2021-2022 • 2X Challenge investments benefit 473 businesses across Asia, Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean. • Certification mechanism to come for the global gender finance industry. The 2X Challenge , a flagship initiative under 2X Global , first launched at the G7 Summit 2018 as a joint commitment by the Development Finance Institutions (DFIs), announced today that it has exceeded its ambitious US$ 15 Billion target. The initiative raised gender lens investments totaling US$ 16.3 Billion from 2021-2022, benefitting 473 businesses across Asia, Africa, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean. Gender lens investments provide women with improved access to entrepreneurship, leadership opportunities, decent and skilled employment, enhanced access to finance as well as gender-smart products and services that enhance their economic participation. Looking Ahea...

Senator, Dr. Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation with  H.E. Madam ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, The First Lady of Burundi &  Ambassador of Merck Foundation “More Than a Mother” • Merck Foundation CEO acknowledge Burundi First Lady’s efforts as Ambassador  of “More than a Mother” to build healthcare capacity, break infertility stigma,  and support girl education. • Merck Foundation provided around 50 scholarships to doctors in many critical  and underserved medical specialties in Burundi. • Merck Foundation Burundi Alumni Summit and Merck Foundation Awards  Ceremony 2023 were conducted in Burundi chaired by Burundi First Lady and  Merck Foundation CEO.  • After celebrating 2022 awards winners, Merck Foundation and Burundi First Lady  announced the Call for Applications for 2 categories of 2023 includes 8 different  Awards for Media, Musicians, Fashion Designers, Filmmakers, students, and new  potential talents in these fields.  Se...

  Sénatrice, Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO de la Fondation Merck avec  S.E. Madame ANGELINE NDAYISHIMIYE, La Première  Dame du Burundi & Ambassadrice de la Fondation Merck « Plus Qu'une Mère »  • CEO de la Fondation Merck reconnaît les efforts de la Première Dame du Burundi  en tant qu'Ambassadrice de « Plus Qu'une Mère » pour renforcer les capacités  de soins de santé, briser la stigmatisation de l'infertilité et soutenir l'éducation  des filles. • La Fondation Merck a fourni environ 50 bourses à des médecins dans 36  spécialités médicales mal desservies au Burundi.  • Le Sommet des Anciens de la Fondation Merck du Burundi et la Cérémonie de  Remise des Prix de la Fondation Merck 2023 ont été organisés au Burundi sous  la présidence de la Première Dame du Burundi et de la CEO de la Fondation  Merck.  • Après avoir célébré les gagnants 2022, la Fondation Merck et la Première Dame  du Burundi ont annoncé l'appel à candidatur...