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With 12 of the world's 20 fastest-growing economies in Africa, the continent's contribution to business, trade and investment continues to grow.
Who is your Unstoppable African? Someone whose work you know is real.
Nominate: forms.gle/bSPchVbYPW9DY9BQ8
#UnstoppableAfricans
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This week, we proudly launch the Global Compact Country Network Angola, marking an important milestone for sustainable business leadership in Angola.
We look forward to working with companies across sectors to advance sustainability in Angola and beyond.
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🤝 When Corporate Social Responsibility becomes action, communities thrive. Hear from @Monzer455 as he shares his insights on @MTNRwanda joining the @globalcompact — committing to principles that drive sustainable, responsible business for #People and #Planet #Biz4SDGs
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🎥 On the ground at Africa CEO Forum 2025
@DMWThomas, Chief of Communications at the UN @globalcompact, takes us behind the scenes as @LewisTolulope, Chief of Government Relations & Africa at the United Nations Global Compact, sits down with Arise News for an interview spotlighting the mission and impact of the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI).
Following the interview, Dan catches up with Tolu to reflect on the conversation, which focused on GABI’s role in mobilizing partnerships, shaping policy dialogue, and advancing sustainable, inclusive growth across Africa.
#GABI #AfricaCEOForum #GABIBridge #UnstoppableAfrica
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Au cocktail de réseautage, @SandaOjiambo, CEO du @globalcompact a rappelé que "la durabilité pour les entreprises n’est pas une tendance, mais une nécessité".
➕ de 1 100 entreprises africaines sont déjà engagées dans le Pacte mondial pour intégrer les #ODD dans leurs stratégies
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Hier à Abidjan, le @globalcompact a réuni de nombreux chefs d’entreprise autour d’un cocktail de réseautage en marge de l’#AfricaCEOForum.
L’occasion idéale pour découvrir les opportunités du réseau #UNGlobalCompact et renforcer l’engagement du secteur privé en faveur des #ODD.
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STATEMENT: WFP is deeply concerned by recent notifications from the US administration indicating that funding for emergency food assistance in 14 countries has been terminated.
🔵If implemented, this could amount to a death sentence for millions of people facing extreme hunger and starvation. We are in contact with the US administration to seek clarification and to urge for continued support for these life-saving programmes.
🔵WFP is grateful for the contributions it receives from the US and all its donors. Our staff continue to work tirelessly to reach vulnerable communities with vital food assistance in hunger hot spots around the world.
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2024 was the deadliest year for aid workers on record—360 killed across 20 countries.
95% were local staff—the backbone of every response.
They must be protected. And their commitment must be recognized. Too often, their sacrifices go unnoticed.
Aid workers are #NotATarget.
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“The UN has never been more needed.
Our values have never been more relevant.
And the needs have never been greater.”
@antonioguterres on the UN’s essential work to advance peace, sustainable development & human rights.
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The deepening of Africa-Caribbean trade and investment is a crucial step toward greater economic integration and shared prosperity. The @afreximbank Africa Trade Centre (AATC), a $180 million landmark project in Barbados, exemplifies this vision, serving as a hub for regional offices, SME support, technology incubation, and trade facilitation.
As Afreximbank breaks ground on this transformative initiative, it reinforces its $2.5 billion commitment to the Caribbean, with major investments spanning infrastructure, healthcare, climate adaptation, and financial integration.
At @GlobalAfricaBiz, we recognize the significance of these partnerships in driving sustainable economic growth and deeper collaboration between Africa and the Caribbean. We look forward to seeing the continued impact of these strategic investments.
#UnstoppableAfrica #GABI #AfricaCaribbeanTrade UN @globalcompact
Afreximbank Strengthens Africa-Caribbean Ties with $180M Trade Centre in Barbados
Afreximbank is deepening Africa-Caribbean economic ties with a $180 million twin-tower Afreximbank Africa Trade Centre (AATC) in Barbados. The landmark project will house the Bank’s regional offices, a technology incubation hub, SME support facilities, and conference centers.
Groundbreaking is set for today - March 24, 2025, reinforcing Afreximbank’s expanded $2.5 billion investment commitment to the region.
Beyond infrastructure, Afreximbank is driving economic transformation across CARICOM, with initiatives like the $1B Local Content Financing Facility for Guyana’s oil sector, a $200M Tertiary Hospital in Grenada, and $150M for Road Development in The Bahamas. Other key projects include climate adaptation efforts in St. Lucia, St. Kitts, and Barbados, and the Caribbean Payment and Settlement System (CAPSS) to boost regional trade.
Read more: wiredja.com/index.php/catego…
#Afreximbank #AfricaCaribbeanTrade #CARICOM
#Investment #Trade
Here is how you can help feed school girls in the Kibera district of Nairobi, Kenya. give-aus.keela.co/ushirika via @keeladotco @MOVEYOUMEDIA1
This holiday season, we @globalcompact are helping 1.3 million New Yorkers facing food insecurity by making a donation to Food Bank For New York City. classy.org/give/635220/#!/do…
Great to see my former boss UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon immortalized in a new documentary film 'The Quiet Diplomat' by Charlie Lyons and Chaim Litewski premiered in NY tonight #quietdiplomat
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.@WHO and partners transferred 14 critical patients and 11 companions from Kamal Adwan Hospital to Al-Shifa Hospital - as part of a two day mission, amid hostilities and access restrictions, which forced the team to stay at Kamal Adwan hospital over night with heavy bombardment in the vicinity of the hospital. This was a fourth attempt to reach Kamal Adwan.
Despite an initial agreement, the delivery of critical medical supplies, blood, and fuel, which are essential for keeping Kamal Adwan Hospital operational, were denied just a few hours before the mission departure.
The health situation in northern #Gaza is horrific, with precarious access to essential health care.
Health care continues to be attacked and hospitals starved of supplies and fuel, while WHO’s ability to regularly reach health facilities is severely compromised due to consistent mission delays and denials.
We urge for a sustained and safe humanitarian access. Ceasefire!
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Former President Jimmy Carter is 100 years old today! Join us in honoring our visionary co-founder, America’s humanitarian-in-chief. No other U.S. president has lived so long or done so much good for so many after leaving office. bit.ly/3zFj0Pf
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The UN can bring people together to ensure Artificial Intelligence is used for good.
This stunning work of AI art by @refikanadol was displayed at during #UNGA to serve as a reminder of the need for strong leadership to protect #OurCommonFuture.
un.org/sustainabledevelopmen…
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Happy 100th birthday, President Carter! Thank you for your friendship, your fundamental decency, and your incredible acts of service through the @CarterCenter. Michelle and I are grateful for all you’ve done for this country.
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My message to young people worldwide:
Do not accept that what we have today is inevitable.
Do not accept that you cannot transform things.
To change the world, we need to unite, mobilize, and fight for #OurCommonFuture.
un.org/en/summit-of-the-futu…
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Forget zodiac signs. What's your favorite Sustainable Development Goal? 💖 #UNGA #GlobalGoals
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We are thrilled to announce that @StephanieBusari, Journalist and @CNN Senior Editor, Africa, will be moderating GABI's Content Studio at the Unstoppable Africa event!
With her deep understanding of Africa’s dynamic landscape, Stephanie will lead powerful conversations on the continent’s untapped potential.
Convened by the UN @globalcompact, Global Africa Business Initiative's Unstoppable Africa event will highlight the growth trajectory and business opportunities within all sectors of African economies. 🌍
Register to attend the event virtually and be part of the conversation: events.unglobalcompact.org/g…
#GABI2024 #UnstoppableAfrica
