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  Employee phishing tests have gained popularity as a way for organisations to gauge how vulnerable their employees are to phishing attacks and improve their awareness of cybersecurity. However, some have questioned whether it is appropriate to use fear, shame and betrayal as methods when employees fail these simulated phishing tests. Some argue that employing a positive reinforcement approach may lead to more effective outcomes. Anna Collard, SVP Content Strategy […]

  The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights (ACHPR) announces the end of the submission period for written and oral testimonies to the Fact-Finding Mission (FFM) on Sudan, which officially ended on 28 March 2025. Since the launch of the call for submissions, the FFM has received a significant number of written testimonies and has conducted numerous oral hearings with survivors, witnesses, experts, and civil society organizations, documenting grave […]

  The Seychelles Institute for Art and Design (SIAD) held its annual graduation ceremony this afternoon at the University of Seychelles Theatre, with President Wavel Ramkalawan and First Lady Linda Ramkalawan attending as distinguished guests of honor. The event marked the successful graduation of 43 students across four academic disciplines: Fashion and Textile, Visual Arts, Fine Art, and Graphic Design. Demonstrating SIAD’s commitment to academic excellence, 12 outstanding students were […]

  The UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of religion or belief, Nazila Ghanea, will conduct an official visit to Zambia from 31 March to 11 April 2025. The expert will seek to get an in-depth understanding of freedom of religion or belief in the country, identify existing and emerging obstacles to the enjoyment of this right and present recommendations to overcome any such obstacles, in the light of international human […]

  The Government of Kenya launched a groundbreaking initiative on Friday to improve the lives of more than 830,000 refugees and asylum-seekers and their generous hosts, by transitioning the country’s refugee camps into integrated settlements where refugees and local communities enjoy greater economic opportunities and access to improved health, education and other services together. The Shirika Plan – which translates to “cooperation” in Swahili – is the culmination of years […]

  Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said the two leaders exchanged greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr. The Turkish president expressed his sincere wishes for the continued stability and progress of Egypt, its leadership and people. For his part, President El-Sisi expressed his sincere wishes that God the Almighty would bring […]

  The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (https://EnergyChamber.org/) – representing the voice of the African energy sector – offers their strong endorsement and support of the West African Energy Summit (WAES). Taking place in Aberdeen, Scotland, from November 18-19, 2025, the event returns for its second edition to foster meaningful exchanges between African and global partners. With investment representing a cornerstone for Africa’s energy future, the event aims to unlock capital […]

  Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from Sultan of Oman, His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, stated that the Sultan of Oman extended his greetings to President El-Sisi on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, conveying his sincere wishes for continued stability and progress for Egypt and its people. For his part, President El-Sisi expressed his heartfelt wishes […]

  Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received a phone call from King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, His Majesty King Abdullah II Ibn Al-Hussein. Spokesman for the Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, said the two leaders exchanged greetings marking the advent of Eid al-Fitr. President El-Sisi asked Allah the Almighty that the blessed occasion would bring goodness and blessings for the brotherly Jordanian leadership and people. The Jordanian King commended […]