Cashew News African Cashew AllianceWelcome to e-MOVE: Promoting Resilient Value Chain Skills for Jobs and Growth! December 12, 2024e-MOVE Welcome to e-MOVE: Promoting Resilient Value Chain Skills for Jobs and Growth!   The Market Oriented Value Chains for Jobs and Growth in the ECOWAS region (MOVE-ComCashew) project offers free, self-paced e-learning courses for the cashew value chain. These courses are designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in key areas such as […] imensah19th ACA Annual Cashew Conference-Expo December 9, 2024            Exhibiting at the 19th ACA Annual Cashew Conference & Expo is the right move towards niching your next business repertoire. Bring your cashew and cashew related products, services and innovations to the cashew world from 18th -22th November 2025 Tanzania!   Standard Booth ($2,000 until August […] support19th ACA Annual Cashew Conference and Expo: Tanzania 2024 December 9, 202419TH ACA ANNUAL CASHEW CONFERENCE AND EXPO: Tanzania 2024  ...more information coming soon supportACA President pays working visit to Cote d’Ivoire cashew Interprofession November 26, 2024The President of the Board of Director of the African Cashew Alliance (ACA), Mr. Ibrahim SANFO on Tuesday 26th November 2024 paid a working visit to the Interprofessionnelle Agricole de la Filiere Anacarde (OIA – ANACARDE), the cashew interprofession in Cote d’Ivoire.  The objective of the visit was to understand the difficulties of the […] ipiyuoriACA, SNI and partners introduce quarterly webinar on cashew sustainability November 1, 2024The African Cashew Alliance (ACA) in partnership with the Sustainable Nut Initiative (SNI) with funding from the European Union (EU), Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) and GIZ have begun a new webinar entitled Cashew Sustainability Series (CSS) to discuss sustainability issues in the cashew industry. The quarterly webinar aims to provide a […] ipiyuoriSPECIAL FEATURE: INVESTING IN AFRICA’S GREY GOLD – EMPOWERING WOMEN AND YOUTH FOR A RESILIENT CASHEW VALUE CHAIN October 15, 2024 INTRODUCTION & BACKGROUND Africa holds a prominent position in the global cashew industry, representing more than 50% of the world’s cashew production. According to African Cashew Alliance (ACA)’s Global Market Encounter, the estimated forecast for production in Africa in 2024 is around 57%. Significant contributions are coming from Côte d'Ivoire, Tanzania, Benin, Nigeria, Ghana, […] ipiyuoriMamadou Ndiaye, USDA - LIFFT Cashew Project, Senegal October 2, 2024presentation_mamadou_ndiaye_aca_2024_fr_english.pdfImage: imensahDr Dele O. Adeniyi, CRIN, Nigeria October 2, 2024adeniyi_et_al_presentation_template-en.pdfImage: imensahDr Adeigbe Oluwayemisi Oluwatosin, CRIN, Nigeria October 2, 2024dr_adeigbe_-en.pdfImage: imensahDr Paul Adu - Gyimfi, CRIG, Ghana October 2, 2024benin_presentation_template-en_2.pdfImage: imensah All Africa NewsKenya: 80 Police Commanders Conclude Leadership Training to Enhance Service Delivery December 20, 2024[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Eighty police commanders on Friday concluded a five-week National Police Service County Commanders Strategic Leadership Course No. 1/2024 at the National Police Leadership Academy in Ngong.Kenya: Police Chopper Dispatched to Clear Traffic On Nairobi-Nakuru Highway December 20, 2024[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Inspector General of Police has deployed reinforcements, including a police helicopter, to tackle a major traffic snarl-up on the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway reported earlier today.Liberia: Anesthetists On Strike At C.B. Dunbar Hospital Over Low Salaries December 20, 2024[Liberian Observer] Amid nationwide protests by some public health workers in Liberia, operations at the government-run C.B. Dunbar Comprehensive Hospital in Gbarnga, Bong County, have come to a standstill as anesthetists strike over low salaries. This has forced surgical cases to be redirected to neighboring facilities and has resulted in reported fatalities. Liberia: Senate Committee's $1.8 Million Proposal for Fire-Damaged Capitol Rehabilitation Sparks Mixed Reactions December 20, 2024[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- MONROVIA -Thousands of Liberian and foreign tax payers would be constrained to shoulder the cost for the rehabilitation of damaged portion of the Capitol Building if the US$1.8million proposed in the draft National Budget for Fiscal Year 2025 is passed by the National Legislature and subsequently signed into law by President Joseph […]Liberia: Health Workers Go On Strike Over Salary Disparities December 20, 2024[FrontPageAfrica] Gbarnga -- Patients and their relatives in Nimba County have expressed frustration over the ongoing indefinite strike by health workers which has severely impacted healthcare services in government-run hospitals.Liberia: Liberia Water & Sewer Corporation Dedicates Rehabilitated Caldwell Booster Station December 20, 2024[FrontPageAfrica] Montserrado -- In an effort to enhance access to clean and safe drinking water, the Liberia Water & Sewer Corporation (LWSC) on Thursday dedicated the newly rehabilitated Caldwell Booster Station.Namibia: Domestic Economy Maintains Positive Trajectory December 20, 2024[New Era] The domestic economy maintained a positive growth trajectory during the third quarter of 2024 albeit at a slower pace when compared to the same time last year. According to the central bank, Namibia's economy registered a growth rate of 2.8% during the third quarter of 2024, which is lower than the 3.1% growth […] Namibia: Holiday Travellers Split Over Fares, Delays December 20, 2024[New Era] The festive season has brought mixed feelings among travellers, bus owners, and drivers. While some passengers complain of being overcharged for fares and luggage, drivers argue that customers often bargain instead of paying the fixed, government-approved transport rates. As people prepare to travel for the holidays--whether to reunite with loved ones or simply […] Nigeria: Why CBN Set N100,000 Daily Withdrawal Limit On Pos Terminals December 20, 2024[Vanguard] The Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, has explained the introduction of a N100,000 daily withdrawal limit on point-of-sales, PoS, terminals as part of efforts to promote a cashless economy.Kenya: Blind Body Raises Complaint to Kenya Power Over Staff Harassment, Extortion December 20, 2024[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Kenya Union of the Blind (KUB) has accused the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) field officers of harassment and extortion, following repeated instances of electricity disconnections at their premises in Embakasi.Kenya: Java Cuts 148 Tonnes of Carbon Emissions Through Biodiesel Initiative December 20, 2024[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Java House has reduced 148 tonnes of carbon emissions in 2024 through a used cooking oil recycling project in partnership with renewable energy firm Muenzer Kenya.Senegal: Dakar Air Quality Ranks Worst Globally As Dust Storm Engulfs Senegal December 20, 2024[Daba Finance] TLDRSomalia: Somalia's New Immigration Boss Calls for Acceleration of the Services By the Agency December 20, 2024[Radio Dalsan] On Thursday, the new Director General of the Immigration and Citizenship Agency, Mustafa Sheikh Dhuhulow visited Mogadishu's Aden Added International Airport.Kenya: Airlink Expands Nairobi-Johannesburg Route With 3 Weekly Flights December 20, 2024[Independent (Kampala)] Johannesburg, SA -- South African carrier Airlink is set to enhance its connectivity between Nairobi and Johannesburg by introducing three weekly night flights starting March 30, 2025. This expansion will complement the airline's existing once-daily daytime service, bringing the total frequency on the route to 10 flights per week.Nigeria: Again, Vandals Attack Nigeria's Electricity Transmission Line December 20, 2024[Premium Times] The vandalisation of the line, according to TCN, occurred on 18 December at about 11:43 p.m.West Africa: Ecowas Extends Six-Month Grace Period for Departing Sahel States December 20, 2024[RFI] West African leaders are giving the three Sahel countries led by military governments six months to reconsider their decision to quit the regional bloc Ecowas, as security issues and movements of populations cause concern among its 12 remaining members.Africa: Women Creating Wealth Catalytic Impact - Driving Meaningful Change Across the Continent December 20, 2024[Graça Machel Trust] Recognising entrepreneurs at the WCW Annual SummitRwanda: Rwanda's F1 Grand Prix Bid Comes With Opportunities and Challenges December 20, 2024[New Times] It's not rumors or speculation anymore. Rwanda on December 13 formally announced its bid to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix, marking a significant milestone for motorsport not just for Rwanda but in Africa.Rwanda: Inside New Rwf30bn Plan to Develop Secondary Cities in Rwanda December 20, 2024[New Times] Five secondary cities which are Rusizi, Rwamagana, Nyagatare, Muhanga, and Huye are beneficiaries of the fund.Liberia: Senate Proposes U.S.$1.8 Million for Capitol Building Renovation December 20, 2024[New Dawn] The Senate said the US$1.8m is projected to finance the restoration of the Joint Chamber upon the passage of the budget. Definitely a must seen, / Beautiful Uganda Read more The best view in the world / Kenya & Tanzania Read more Zambia - A test of lorem ipsum dolor sit amet Read more If you ever visit Africa, you have to come see Namibia Read more Why this is heaven on earth / Botswana? Read more This is what you did not know about Egypt! Read more Instagram Follow on Instagram