Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle Owolabi

Adekunle, a seasoned journalist renowned for his astute coverage of global affairs, has honed his craft across diverse newsrooms in Lagos, Johannesburg, and Abu Dhabi. Adept at navigating the complexities of political and international diplomacy, he consistently delivers insightful analysis and accurate reporting, earning him recognition as a trusted voice in the field
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A village decoration to welcome delegates from Tuvalu to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa.
Diplomacy

Samoa Welcomes Commonwealth Leaders for CHOGM 2024

Apia, Samoa – October 20, 2024 – The Pacific island nation of Samoa is gearing up to host the Commonwealth…

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On February 6th, 2024, the High Commissioner, H.E. Mr. Percy P. Chanda, and Counsellor (Health), Prof. Victor Mukonka, met with top management of Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd in Ranipur to address ongoing discussions. Photo: India Today
Diplomacy

Zambia Partners with India for Medicine Production

Lusaka, Zambia – October 17, 2024 – The Zambian government has taken a significant step towards ensuring the timely and…

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Lesotho's Minister Hon. Lephema Lebona met with South Africa's Minister Dr. Leon Schreiber in Geneva on 16 October 2024, to discuss immigration and border management cooperation during the 75th Session of the High Commissioner’s Programme. Photo: MoFAIR Lesotho
Diplomacy

Lesotho, South Africa Discuss Regional Migration Issues

Geneva, Switzerland – October 18, 2024 – The Minister of Local Government, Chieftainship, Home Affairs, and Police of The Kingdom…

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ECOWAS Commissioner Massandjé TOURE-LITSE led a high-level delegation at the Hamburg Sustainability Conference, held from 7-8 October 2024 in Germany. Photo: Ecowas - Cedeao
Diplomacy

ECOWAS Commission Attends Hamburg Sustainability Conference

Hamburg, Germany – October 18, 2024 – The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission was represented at the…

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Mr. Joshua Setipa, HRH Prince Seeiso Bereng Seeiso and Malaysia’s Foreign Minister, Mohamed Hasan, in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: X@JoshuaSetipa
Diplomacy

Setipa Concludes Commonwealth Secretary-General Campaign

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - Joshua Setipa, Lesotho’s former Minister of Trade and Industry and candidate for Commonwealth Secretary-General, concluded his…

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Commonwealth Secretary-General candidates, H.E Dr Mamadou Tangara, The Gambia, Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Ghana and Mr. Joshua Setipa, Lesotho
Diplomacy

Commonwealth to Elect New Secretary-General Next Week

Apia, Samoa - Commonwealth leaders will gather in Samoa from October 21 to 27, 2024, to elect a new Secretary-General,…

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FILE - In this file photo dated March 29, 2000, Pippa van Rechteren, left, and her two-year-old twins Catherine, second from left, and Elisabeth, third from left, are blocked from leaving their house on the white-owned commercial farm, Chiripiro, by Zimbabwe war veterans in Centenary district, 150 kilometers (93 miles) north of Harare, Zimbabwe. (AP Photo, File) (Anonymous/AP)
Government

Zimbabwe to Compensate White Farmers

Harare, Zimbabwe – Zimbabwe has announced plans to compensate local and foreign white farmers who lost land and property in…

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SADC Ambassadors and Officials Commemorate Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Day in Lilongwe, Calling for Immediate Lifting of Sanctions. Photo: Malawian Government
Diplomacy

SADC Calls for End to Zimbabwe Sanctions

Lilongwe, Malawi – Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states gathered in Malawi's capital on Wednesday to commemorate Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions…

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Photo: PAP
Diplomacy

PAP, Ivorian Minister Discuss Gender Equality, Family Issues

Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire – The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) and the Ivorian Minister of Women, Family, and Children have underscored the…

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Namibian Speaker Prof. Peter Katjavivi meets with Indian Speaker Om Birla at the 149th IPU General Assembly in Geneva to discuss strengthening parliamentary ties, including plans for a Namibia-India Entrepreneurship Development Centre and a Parliament Museum in Namibia.
Diplomacy

Namibia, India Strengthen Parliamentary Ties

Geneva, Switzerland – October 15, 2024 – The Speaker of the National Assembly of Namibia, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi, met…

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President Nana Akufo-Addo attends the inaugural Ghana-Cote d’Ivoire Strategic Partnership Summit in Abidjan, hosted by President Alassane Ouattara, strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two nations. Photo: MoFARI Ghana
Diplomacy

Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Accra, Ghana – October 15, 2024 – Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire have further strengthened their bilateral relationship through a successful…

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UNDP supports innovation and startups in Eswatini, providing seed capital and incubation for youth-led businesses Photo: UNDP Eswatini
Business

UNDP at the Forefront of Innovation in Eswatini

Mbabane, Eswatini – October 14, 2024 – The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has emerged as a key supporter of…

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Bassirou Diomaye Faye, President of the Republic of Senegal. Photo: X/@PR_Senegal
Economy

Senegal Unveils 25-Year Plan for Economic Transformation

Diamniadio, Senegal – October 14, 2024 – Senegal's government has unveiled a bold 25-year economic and social development plan aimed…

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The University of Johannesburg International Festival
Diaspora

Zambia Shines at University of Johannesburg International Festival

Pretoria, South Africa – October 14, 2024 – Zambia made a strong impression at the University of Johannesburg's annual International…

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Zambia's Foreign Minister, Hon. Mulambo Haimbe, visits the Consulate General in Dubai on October 11, 2024. Received by Consul General Prof. Nkombo Muuka, the Minister commended the Mission’s efforts and stressed the importance of Economic Diplomacy for Zambia’s growth.
Diplomacy

Zambian Foreign Minister Visits Consulate in Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates (October 13, 2024) – Zambian Foreign Minister Hon. Mulambo Haimbe made a significant visit to the…

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