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Djibouti successfully issues first Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) warning
The upgraded platform, developed by the WMO Regional Office for Africa, serves as the first-ever centralized hub for disseminating critical risk information and strengthening early warning communication in the country. The modern CMS web template...

IMO Sec-Gen condemns attacks on international shipping
International Maritime Organization (IMO) Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez has offered condolences to the family the seafarer who passed away a week after the Minervagracht was attacked by the Houthi in the Gulf of Aden. "I am deeply saddened...

US, China scramble for Africa as fresh battle for economic expansion begins
America’s new Africa focus On Tuesday, October 7, the US Senate Foreign Relations Committee will convene a hearing pointedly titled “Combatting the People’s Republic of China’s illegal, coercive, aggressive, and deceptive behaviour in the...

iciHaiti - Politic : UN Appoints New Resident Coordinator in Haiti
iciHaiti - Politic : UN Appoints New Resident Coordinator in Haiti 05/10/2025 10:29:50 On Friday, October 3rd, 2025, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres announced the appointment of Nicole Flora Boni Kouassi of Côte d'Ivoire as...

Egypt’s Al-Mashat discusses economic reform, World Bank cooperation with MENA Vice President
Rania Al-Mashat, Egypt’s Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, held a virtual meeting with Ousmane Dione, World Bank Group Vice President for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. The...

Egypt Squad for Djibouti & Guinea-Bissau World Cup Qualifiers Revealed
Sun 05 Oct 2025 | 03:56 PM Egypt’s national team coach, Hossam Hassan, announced the squad selected for the upcoming training camp, which begins tomorrow, in preparation for the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Djibouti and Guinea-Bissau. The...
Court Rules Djibouti Acted Illegally in Seizing DP World Terminal
Seven years after Djibouti forced DP World staff out of the country and seized control of the Doraleh Container Terminal (DCT), an international arbitration tribunal has confirmed what the company has argued all along: the takeover was illegal....

Leading shipowner associations fire warning ahead of crucial climate decision
A GROUP of shipowner associations representing around a quarter of global tonnage has thrown its weight behind the Net-Zero Framework set to be voted on at the International Maritime Organization next week. In a statement given exclusively to...

Goal-shy Mohamed Salah seeks change as Egypt eye World Cup place
Mohamed Salah wants to put a disappointing start to his season with Liverpool behind him on Wednesday and help Egypt beat Djibouti and qualify for the 2026 World Cup. A win for the record seven-time African champions over one of the lowest ranked...

I’m about to qualify for World Cup with Cape Verde at 33 thanks to LinkedIn after playing my entire career in Ireland
HE’S the Irishman recruited to play international football because someone spotted his LinkedIn profile. And who can clinch a spot at the World Cup tomorrow afternoon? No, it’s not a joke. It’s serious. 2 Roberto Lopes is on the verge of...

Chinese engineers vs US accountants: the real power struggle
In a neon-lit trading room in New York, screens pulse with tickers as traders, fueled by caffeine and ambition, celebrate profit margins measured in milliseconds. Value here is abstract and fleeting – a flickering stock price, quarterly guidance,...

Djibouti dispatch more troops to Somalia in Al-shabaab war
Somali opposition leaders announce new coalition to guide political transition NAIROBI, Kenya — A group of prominent Somali political leaders announced Thursday the formation of a new coalition, the “Somalia Future Council,” aimed at unifying...
London Court Confirms Djibouti Acted Illegally In Seizing DP World-Built Terminal
The London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) has issued its final ruling in the case between DP World and Djibouti’s government-owned Port de Djibouti SA (PDSA). The Tribunal confirmed that Djibouti’s 2018 seizure of the Doraleh Container...
WCO assists Djibouti Customs with origin competency development
Under the framework of the EU-WCO Rules of Origin (RoO) Africa Programme, funded by the European Union, the World Customs Organization (WCO held a national training workshop on rules of origin for Djibouti Customs. The workshop was held from 22 to...

Private sector cooperation strengthened to boost trade along Djibouti-Ethiopia Corridor
By our staff reporter A significant step has been taken to enhance trade facilitation and logistical efficiency on the vital Djibouti-Ethiopia corridor, with the launch of a regional initiative announced at the second Djibouti-Ethiopia...

London Tribunal Rules Djibouti’s Seizure of Port Unlawful
The London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) has issued its final ruling in a long-running dispute between global port operator DP World and Djibouti’s state-owned Port de Djibouti SA (PDSA), confirming that Djibouti’s 2018 seizure of the...

Djibouti’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador of Qatar discuss ties
Djibouti: Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and Government Spokesperson of the Republic of Djibouti H E Abdoulkader Houssein Omar met with Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the Republic of Djibouti H E Rashid bin Shafeea...

Sub-Saharan Africa's smaller economies set to outpace regional giants amid global volatility
By Edith Mutethya in Nairobi, Kenya | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-10-03 17:12 Sub-Saharan Africa's smaller economies are expected to sustain strong performance this year, outpacing regional heavyweights such as South Africa and Nigeria,...

Quinn Emanuel, Willkie Farr Clash in $1B DP World Ports Dispute as Djibouti Claims Victory
Quinn Emmanuel Urquhart & Sullivan client DP World has lost a $1 billion arbitral claim at the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA)—a major part of DP World’s long-running dispute with Djibouti’s largest port operator, represented by...

Mohamed Salah’s Strange Struggle: Has Liverpool’s Egyptian King Lost His Touch?
Mohamed Salah’s magic seems to be fading at Liverpool as missed chances and defensive gaps raise concerns. Is age catching up, or is it a system adjustment? We break down the reasons behind Liverpool’s star striker’s recent struggles.There was a...