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USA to pull out troops from Chad in the wake of Niger exit
Washington, 26 April 2024, (GNP): The Pentagon has announced that the United States will pull back a portion of its troops from Chad, following a recent decision to relocate forces from neighboring Niger.
As part of its efforts to…
El Nino rains bring chaos to Nairobi
Nairobi, 25 April 2024 (GNP): Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, has suffered severe damage from recent storms and flash floods, tragically losing at least ten lives. The El Nino weather trend has caused heavy rains, which has turned city…
Pakistan agrees to launch PM Abiy’s green legacy initiative
Islamabad, 8 April, 2024 (GNP): The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia (FDRE) and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan have agreed to launch the Green Legacy Initiative of PM Dr. Abiy Ahmed in the major cities including Lahore, Peshawar,…
Free cataract surgery camp in Mogadishu brings hope to hundreds
Islamabad, 12 March, 2024 (GNP): A ten-day free cataract surgery camp, jointly organized by COMSTECH, Al-Shifa Trust Eye Hospital Rawalpindi, and Al-Nur Foundation (Somalia), concluded with a successful outcome, restoring vision to hundreds…
Addressing the United Nations Environment Assembly 6
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is no stranger to the world of environmental stability and sustainability.
KOICA positions its stance on development in Nigeria and Kyrgyzstan
The Korea International Cooperation Agency stands to ensure it considers global development issues through utilizing the tool of global harmony along with encouraging sustainable socio-economic development of their partner countries.
Houthi attacks prompt shipping suspensions in Red Sea
Houthi forces claimed responsibility for targeting two vessels in the Red Sea, citing “Israeli links,” prompting additional companies to suspend transit through the waterway.
Pakistan’s ambassador in Rwanda strengthens military and social ties
Pakistan's ambassador in Rwanda, Naeem Khan, hosted Rwandan social media influencers on Monday. Additionally, the ambassador met with various dignitaries in Rwanda, including Rwanda's Chief of Defence Staff General Mubarakh on Friday.
Education Minister visits Ethiopian Pavilion at Karachi Fest
Education Minister Madad Ali Sindhi Visits Ethiopian Pavilion At Karachi Feast
Caretaker Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training, Madad Ali Sindhi, graced the Ethiopian Pavilion with his presence at the Karachi Festival.
Pakistan’s ambassador in Ethiopia boosts aviation ties with Ethiopian Airlines
Pakistan's ambassador in Ethiopia, Atif Mian, held a meeting with Lemma Gudeta, Chief Commercial Officer of Ethiopian Airlines, on Thursday.
Pakistani delegation visits Ethiopian Agri Business Corp, forging bilateral cooperation
Mr. Atif Sharif Mian, accompanied by the Minister of Trade and Industry, paid a visit to Mr. Kifle, CEO of the Ethiopian Agri Business Corp (EABC), a prominent importer of agricultural machinery and inputs for Ethiopian farmers.
Pakistan’s ambassador in Rwanda met with the Interior Minister Gasana Alfred
Pakistan's ambassador, Naeem Khan, met with Rwanda's Interior Minister, Gasana Alfred, on Friday. Both sides engaged in productive discussions aimed at enhancing bilateral ties.
Pakistan’s ambassador in Rwanda fosters cooperation among the diaspora
Pakistan' ambassador to Rwanda Naeem Khan engaged with Pakistani diaspora in Rwanda on December 4th, fostering unity among the community.
UN experts denounce widespread sexual violence as a weapon of war in Sudan conflict
A group of United Nations human rights experts expressed profound concern over the extensive use of sexual violence, often ethnically motivated, as a "tool of war" in conflict-torn Sudan. The experts strongly urged for perpetrators to be…
Tuareg rebels seize control of Bourem, Northern Mali
Tuareg rebels belonging to the Coordination of Azawad Movements (CMA) have announced their capture of Bourem, a town in northern Mali, following weeks of intense fighting against the national army and Wagner mercenaries. The recent takeover…
G20 summit 2023: Key highlights and global agreements
The 2023 G20 summit concluded in New Delhi with leaders from the world's 20 major economies achieving significant consensus and taking substantial steps on various global issues. Here are the key takeaways:
Morocco shaken by destructive earthquake
Morocco is grappling with the aftermath of a catastrophic 6.8 magnitude earthquake that has left over 1,000 people dead and hundreds more injured, according to official reports. Many of the casualties are concentrated in remote areas south…
Pakistan women cricket team won T20I series against South Africa
In an exhilarating showdown at the National Stadium Karachi on Sunday, Pakistan Women emerged victorious in the three-match Twenty20 International (T20I) series against South Africa. The home team displayed remarkable prowess by…
کامسٹیک اور انڈونیشیا کا او آئی سی کے سائنسدانوں کے لیے فیلوشپس کا آغاز
او آئی سی کے اٹھ رکن ممالک: مصر، ملائیشیا، پاکستان، بنگلہ دیش، یوگنڈا، ایران، اردن اور قازقستان کے سکالرز کو دس فیلو شپس دی گئی ہیں۔ وائرولوجی اور ویکسین ٹیکنالوجی کے میدان میں۔ فیلوشپس دینے کی تقریب جمعرات کو وزارت صحت کے دفتر، جکارتہ،…
COMSTECH and Indonesia Launch Fellowships for OIC Scientists
Ten fellowships have been awarded to scholars from eight OIC member states: Egypt, Malaysia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Uganda, Iran, Jordan and Kazakhstan. in the field of virology and vaccine technology.
Breakthrough research shows proper diet reduces TB infections by 50%
In a groundbreaking stride against the global TB epidemic, recent research has unveiled a powerful weapon in the fight against this stubborn disease - proper nutrition. Despite medical advancements, TB continues to pose a significant…
Sudan’s military general begins diplomatic visit to Egypt
Sudan's Chairman of the Sovereign Council and top military general, General Abdel-Fattah al-Burhan, has embarked on his first foreign trip since the eruption of conflict earlier this year, authorities said. His visit to Egypt holds…
Zimbabwe’s president Mnangagwa secured 2nd term in contested election
Zimbabwe's incumbent President Emmerson Mnangagwa has emerged victorious in a closely watched election, clinching a second term with over 52 percent of the total vote, as confirmed by the country's electoral commission.
Kazakhstan’s President Tokayev addressed BRICS Summit in Johannesburg
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev participated via videoconference in the BRICS Plus Dialogue, which took place within the framework of the 15th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg.
Former Niger rebel launched movement against military rule
In a significant development, Rhissa Ag Boula, a former rebel leader and politician in Niger, has launched the Council of Resistance for the Republic (CRR), a movement aimed at opposing the military government that seized power in a coup on…
27 died after expulsion from Tunisia
Disturbing reports have emerged of a dire humanitarian crisis as at least 27 people, mainly from sub-Saharan Africa, have lost their lives after being expelled from Tunisia and abandoned in the scorching desert near the Libya border. Libyan…
Libya’s high state council elected new leader amid ongoing political tensions
In a significant development for Libya's political landscape, the Tripoli-based High State Council (HSC) has elected Mohammed Takala as its new leader, unseating former head Khaled al-Mishri on Sunday. The run-off election resulted in 67…
Uganda to reopen century-old rail link to boost regional trade and connectivity
Uganda is embarking on a significant restoration project to reopen a branch of a century-old railway line, aimed at enhancing regional trade and transportation efficiency to South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The railway…
President for fostering trade and economic linkages with Ethiopia
Islamabad, 25 Kulu, 2023 (GNP): President Dr Arif Alvi has asked Pakistan’s Ambassador-designate to Ethiopia to foster trade and economic linkages with Ethiopia by facilitating and enhancing interactions between the two…
صدر مملکت ڈاکٹر عارف علوی سے ایتھوپیا میں پاکستان کے نامزد سفیر میاں عاطف شریف کی ملاقا
اسلام آباد :ایتھوپیا کے ساتھ تجارتی اور اقتصادی روابط فروغ دینے کی ضرورت ہے، صدر مملکت
پاکستان اور ایتھوپیا کے کاروباری افراد کے مابین رابطوں کو آسان اور بہتر بنایا جائے، صدر مملکت
نامزد سفیر پاکستانی مصنوعات کی برآمد ،…
34 killed in tragic road accident in Algeria
A devastating road accident in southern Algeria's Tamanrasset province has resulted in the loss of at least 34 lives and left 12 others injured. The incident occurred when a utility vehicle and a passenger bus collided on National Road 01…
Mass grave discovered in Sudan’s Darfur region
The United Nations (UN) Human Rights Office has uncovered a mass grave in West Darfur, Sudan, containing the bodies of at least 87 individuals who were allegedly killed by Sudanese paramilitary forces and an affiliated Arab militia. The…
Anti-government protests grip Kenya
Kenya is witnessing a tumultuous period as deadly anti-government protests have erupted in major cities, including Nairobi, causing widespread disruptions and bringing businesses to a standstill. The clashes between Kenyan police and…
Uganda school attack: At least 37 people dead
The nation of Uganda is in mourning following a tragic terrorist attack on a secondary school in western Uganda, leaving at least 37 people dead and eight others injured. The assailants, identified as members of the extremist group Allied…
COMSTECH offers fully funded scholarships to The Gambia in collaboration with UoL
COMSTECH, the OIC Ministerial Standing Committee on Scientific and Technological Cooperation, announces an exciting opportunity for the Staff of Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital (EFSTH), The Gambia.
First batch of 149 Pakistanis evacuated from Sudan
First batch of 149 Pakistanis evacuated from Sudan. dozens of countries have attempted to evacuate their citizens amidst heavy fighting in the capital Khartoum
ZONERGY Corporation Displayed its Smart Products in South African Market
ZONERGY Corporation displayed its Smart Products at South Africa’s Largest Solar Energy Exhibition
Starvation Cult Case: Kenya’s Death Toll Reaches 73
Police reported that the death toll in Kenya’s starvation cult case reaches 73 on Monday when investigators found more bodies from mass graves in a forest close to the shore.
Fighting Continues in Sudan as Death Toll Rises
Sudan's capital city of Khartoum is rattled by explosions for the third consecutive day as fighting between the Sudanese Army Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of Parliament intensifies. The death toll raises to 97.
2 US Charity workers shot dead in Ethiopia
2 US Charity workers were shot dead over the weekend in the Amhara area of northern Ethiopia which has recently seen anti-government protests.
کامسٹیک کا نیروبی میں لیشمانیاسس پر بین الاقوامی ورکشاپ کا انعقاد
اسلام آباد، یکم مارچ 2023 (جی این پی): کامسٹیک نے گلوبل چیلنجز ریسرچ فنڈ، این ٹی ڈی نیٹ ورک، ڈرہم یونیورسٹی، یو کے، اور انٹرنیشنل سینٹر فار کیمیکل اینڈ بائیولوجیکل سائنسز یونیورسٹی آف کراچی اور نیروبی یونیورسٹی کے تعاون سے 23 سے 25 فروری…
International Workshop on Leishmaniasis Organized by COMSTECH in Nairobi
Islamabad, 28 February 2023 (GNP): A 3-day International Workshop on Leishmaniasis was held from February 23–25, 2023, at the University of Nairobi in Kenya. The title of workshop was, "Identification of New Lead Compounds and Diagnostic…
We must forgive each other, says Pope in Juba’s Mass
This is a special visit of Pope Francis to Africa accompanied by the Anglican and Reformed church leaders as well.
Militants abducted 50 women in Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso is facing an insurgency by al-Qaeda and Islamic State militants since 2015. The militants have blockaded the Sahel region for a long time that created food scarcity in this country that now depends on foreign food aid
Pressure on Rwanda to Stop Rebels Support
Paris, 21 December 2022 (GNP): France and Germany accuse the Rwanda government of supporting armed rebels in the eastern Congo, where the perpetrators of the Rwanda genocide took refuge, forming their armed groups opposing Tutsi and other…
Japan Prop-up African Union Entry in G20
Tokyo, 20 December 2022 (GNP): The Prime Minister of Japan, Fumio Kashida, reaffirmed the support of his country to the African Union's entry into G20, a forum of major world economies owing to the increasing importance of the African Union…
Bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Libya’s parliament
Islamabad, 15 December 2022 (GNP/ TDI): With the aim of bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Libya, Fawzi Al-Taher Al Nuwairi, the first Deputy Speaker of the Libyan House of Representatives, met with Noor Alam Khan, the Chairman of…
First Time Ever, FIFA African Teams Coached by Africans
As the 2022 FIFA World Cup draws closer, the five African countries, which include Ghana, Senegal, Cameroon, Morocco, and Tunisia, are set to participate in the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
Prime Minister of Dominica visits RIHS
The Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Dominica, Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit visited Rawal Institute of Health Sciences (RIHS), Islamabad on the 8th of October, 2021.
Chinese envoy at UNHRC on Poverty Eradication and Human Rights
China and more than 50 African countries co-hosted an event with the title “The Role of Eradication of Poverty in Promoting and Protecting Human Rights”.
ICRC launched emergency relief package in Sudan
The International Committee of the Red Cross in Sudan launched emergency assistance for the people of Sudan affected by heavy floods and rain during the rainy season.
UN Pakistan appreciates Pakistan’s Peacekeeping forces
In the Central African Republic, the Pakistani Peacekeepers in the UN Mission are working to ensure humanitarian and peacekeeping operations.
Algerian Foreign Minister meets the Chairperson of African Union Commission
Today, Minister of Foreign Affairs and National Community Abroad for Algeria Ramtane Lamamra met with the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat in Addis Ababa.
US Envoy for the Horn of Africa traveled to Sudan
The Special Envoy of the United States for the Horn of Africa, Jeffrey Feltman; traveled to Khartoum, Sudan, from 28 September to 1 October; to highlight the US commitment to Sudan’s political transition, as shared by the Spokesperson of…
Uganda-Saudi Arabia Virtual Coffee Expo
The Uganda-Saudi Arabia Virtual Coffee Expo was held at the Embassy of Uganda in Riyadh on Wednesday, with the goal of enhancing current economic and diplomatic initiatives between the two countries.
Chinese Envoy commended Sudan’s progress at UNGA
At the United Nations General Assembly high-level sideline event, the Chinese representative at the UN, Dai Bing, praised the development of Sudan towards peace and prosperity.