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SECURING AMERICAN SEAFOOD DOMINANCE: Today, President Donald J. Trump’s Administration unveiled the historic America First Seafood Strategy and launched Seafood.gov, implementing a plan of action for the future of America’s seafood industry. PUTTING AMERICA’S FISHERMEN FIRST: President Trump is committed to building the future of American seafood in the United States by ensuring that American fishermen, American […]
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Oct 23 · 20:10·The White House
Finance · Healthcare
NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa., Oct. 23, 2026 -- ArriVent BioPharma, Inc. (Company or ArriVent) (Nasdaq: AVBP), a clinical-stage company dedicated to accelerating the global development of innovative biopharmaceutical therapeutics, today announced that initial safety and efficacy data from the Phase 1 (NCT07066657) study of CDH17-targeted ADC ARR-217 (MRG007) in patients with gastrointestinal cancers, will be presented in a rapid oral presentation at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Congress 2026 taking place in Madrid, Spain, on October 23-27, 2026. ArriVent plans to host a virtual webinar on October 26, 2026 at 8 am ET to discuss the data and ARR-217 program. To register for the event, click here.
Oct 23 · 20:00·GlobeNewswire
Government & policy
Majority Leader and Builsa North MP James Agalga has cautioned members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) against allowing internal rivalry ahead of the party’s constituency elections to undermine its preparations for the 2028 general elections. In an appeal to party members ahead of Saturday’s, October 24, constituency polls, Mr Agalga urged candidates and […]
Oct 23 · 19:58·Africa Publicity
Government & policy
The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Dr Zweli Mkhize, welcomed the launch of the Revised White Paper on Local Government on Thursday as an important opportunity to address the structural weaknesses that are undermining municipalities and improve service delivery.
The revised policy framework seeks to build accountable, financially sustainable municipalities that respond to the needs of communities and fulfil their constitutional responsibilities. The aim is to change how municipalities are structured, financed, governed and supported so that they can deliver reliable services and become institutionally and financially sustainable.
Through its oversight work, the committee had been vocal about the disconnect between local government’s developmental vision and residents’ real experiences of municipal services where they live. Dr Mkhize described the launch of the Revised White Paper as a significant development. “It makes us reconsider how municipalities are structured and funded and how best to support and hold them accountable. This is a step towards ensuring that the system allows municipalities to fulfil their responsibilities and that communities benefit from reliable services,” he said.
Dr Mkhize also noted the policy framework’s emphasis on separating political leadership from professional administration, which the committee has also been vocal about. Much of the instability and weak performance in municipalities stems from the blurring of the political-administrative interface. “Professionalising local government and capacitating it with the required skills while reducing political interference in administrative appointments will help address this instability.”
The Revised White Paper also acknowledges the role of provincial and national government in municipal failures and provides for shared accountability and better coordination between the three spheres of government. It also allows for timely identification of municipalities in distress and to intervene early.
This is another issue the committee has been pushing for in its oversight engagements with municipalities across the Free State, North West, Gauteng, Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. It required MECs for local government, as well as the department and National Treasury, to all play their roles in monitoring and supporting local government.
In its more recent meetings with the Department of COGTA and its entities, the committee questioned whether targets for national support programmes produce measurable improvements in struggling municipalities. The Chairperson emphasised that effective implementation of the revised policy framework will require clearer accountability across all three spheres of government.
He also welcomed that, with local government elections scheduled for 4 November 2026, the transition process will account for the new municipal term. It will be integrated into the induction of newly elected councillors and aligning municipal planning and budgeting with the objectives of the revised policy framework.
The Chairperson noted that the legislative and institutional reforms will require implementation over time and stressed that the transition arrangements must establish clear responsibilities, timelines and measures of progress. “The committee will scrutinise whether these reforms improve municipal performance,” he said. “The measure of success must be functioning infrastructure, reliable basic services and councils that answer to the people they serve.”
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Republic of South Africa: The Parliament.
Oct 23 · 19:58·APO Group
Government & policy
His Excellency Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, met with His Excellency Tiémoko Meyliet Koné, Vice President of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, during His Excellency’s visit to Abidjan.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of United Arab Emirates, Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Oct 23 · 19:58·APO Group
Education · Banking
What should schools and learners expect as the EXCEL Project moves into its second year?
This week, the Ministry of Education and the World Bank are reviewing what has been achieved so far, what has delayed implementation, and what needs to happen next.
The Year 2 plan will focus on practical areas that affect schools directly, including foundational learning, school grants, procurement of needed materials, stronger monitoring, and better management of project resources.
A key priority is making sure school grants reach schools on time and are properly managed. The Ministry is also strengthening how learning results are tracked so that progress can be measured beyond activities and spending.
Opening the mission, Minister of Education Dr. Jarso Maley Jallah emphasized that EXCEL must deliver visible improvements for learners, teachers, and schools.
The review will conclude with agreed actions to guide implementation over the next year.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Education: Republic of Liberia.
Oct 23 · 19:54·APO Group
AI · Government & policy
Denver-based XL Edge announced that Armando L. Martín and Ezequiel Vasquez have joined forces to help municipalities, government agencies and organizations put AI to work strategically, smartly and safely. Drawing on decades of corporate, public-sector and finance leadership, the bilingual partners offer AI training, practical governance and leadership development, with a human touch that helps people and organizations [PR.com]
Oct 23 · 19:53·PR.com
Government & policy
BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION 1. In Proclamation 11048 of July 20, 2026 (Imposing Additional Duties To Offset Canadian Discrimination Against the Commerce of the United States With Respect to Motor Vehicles), I found as a fact that Canada is discriminating in fact against the commerce of the United States […]
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Oct 23 · 19:51·The White House
Finance · Healthcare
First Lady Mrs Veronique Herminie has outlined an ambitious four-year plan aimed at strengthening support for women, children and vulnerable groups, while expanding initiatives that promote education, empowerment, health and community well-being.
The plan builds on initiatives such as Welcome to Puberty, Boys Connect and Build Your Dream, which will continue to form part of the Office of the First Lady's efforts to equip young people with knowledge, confidence and opportunities for personal development.
To translate this commitment into action, the First Lady presented a Strategic Framework to Vice-President Mr Sebastien Pillay and Principal Secretary for Administration Mrs Doreen Zelia at State House on Friday. The framework sets out the priorities that will guide the Office of the First Lady over the next four years.
"It will also serve as a foundation for mobilising resources, securing funding and establishing partnerships to support the implementation of its initiatives," said Mrs Herminie.
She added "a key feature of the framework is a commitment to ensuring continuity in programmes that have made a positive difference in people's lives."
Under the theme Empowering Seychelles Together, the framework places particular emphasis on health and wellness, support for vulnerable groups, education, empowerment, gender equality and environmental stewardship.
The Office's main initiatives will be implemented annually, with each one targeting specific vulnerable groups and addressing their particular needs. Through Welcome to Puberty, the Office will continue promoting awareness and education among young people navigating adolescence, while Boys Connect will focus on engaging boys in discussions and activities that encourage positive development and responsible decision-making. Build Your Dream will seek to inspire young people to pursue their ambitions and explore opportunities for personal growth.
As part of its commitment to continuity, Mrs Herminie also intends to carry forward the Hug in a Mug initiative introduced by former First Lady Mrs Linda Ramkalawan, recognising the importance of maintaining meaningful programmes that support vulnerable members of society.
The framework also outlines environmental actions specific to the Office's operations over the four years, including the introduction of green energy in 2026, waste recycling and sorting in 2027, and the adoption of a green vehicle in 2028. These measures aim to make the Office's daily operations more environmentally sustainable.
Several initiatives will be organised around relevant United Nations International Days and other international observances, providing opportunities to raise awareness and encourage public participation in issues relating to women, children, health, environmental protection and vulnerable groups.
An important component of the framework is the strengthening of partnerships with government institutions, civil society organisations, the private sector and international development partners. These collaborations are expected to broaden the reach of the Office's programmes while ensuring the effective use of available resources.
Aligned with national development priorities and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the framework also introduces monitoring and evaluation measures to assess progress and ensure accountability throughout its implementation.
Through this four-year strategic direction, the Office of the First Lady seeks to build on existing programmes, expand its community outreach and ensure that its initiatives deliver meaningful and lasting benefits to the people of Seychelles.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of State House Seychelles.
Oct 23 · 19:50·APO Group
Finance · Education
The Minister of State for Education and Sports (Sports), Peter Ogwang, has rejected a request by Hoima West MP Ismail Kasule to allow Kitara FC to host domestic league matches at Hoima City Stadium, saying the facility is being preserved for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Ogwang, however, pledged to investigate payments amounting to Shs90 million allegedly made by the club to the National Council of Sports (NCS) for using the facility after Kasule tabled receipts in Parliament.
Kasule raised the matter during Prime Minister’s Time on Thursday, 22 October 2026.
He appealed for temporary access to the stadium, saying Kitara FC’s current playing facility was unsuitable for competitive matches.
“The club’s current playing facility is not sustainable for competitive matches,” Kasule said, urging the minister to intervene, subject to safety and operational requirements.
He said the club had previously paid to use the stadium and table receipts for the same.
In response, Ogwang thanked Kitara FC for representing Uganda in continental football but said the stadium’s pitch could not sustain frequent matches.
“That facility is entirely meant to be used once a week, as per the professional advice given to us by those who built it. It is not meant to be used three times a week,” Ogwang said.
He explained that the hybrid pitch required specific maintenance standards and was already being overused.
“The facility we are talking about is for AFCON 2027. As of now, the colleague is aware that the facility, particularly the pitch, is overused,” he said.
Uganda alongside neighbours Kenya and Tanzania are set to host the continent’s top national football competitions next year.
Ogwang said he had written to the Federation of Uganda Football Associations (FUFA), asking it to reconsider its position on Kitara FC’s access to its usual home ground for local matches.
He said requests to use Hoima City Stadium would be considered case by case but ruled out hosting several matches weekly.
“We will continue to work with them case by case, but not to ensure that the facility hosts games two, three, four times a week. That is not possible,” he said.
Ogwang added that the government planned to engage an international management firm after AFCON 2027 to operate the stadium and generate revenue.
Ogwang questions payments
Ogwang questioned whether the money had been properly authorised and remitted to government.
He added that the NCS board had not authorised anyone to permit the stadium’s use, questioning who approved the payments and determined the charges.
“So, who determined the price? So these are the questions now, I am going to carry out the investigation,” Ogwang said.
The investigation will establish who authorised the payments and whether the money was properly received by government.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Parliament of the Republic of Uganda.
Oct 23 · 19:39·APO Group
Government & policy
FURTHER COUNTERING CANADA’S DISCRIMINATIORY TREATMENT OF AMERICAN EXPORTS: Today, to continue addressing Canada’s discriminatory treatment of U.S. commerce, President Donald J. Trump signed a Proclamation pursuant to Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930 to further refine the scope of the tariffs on certain Canadian products previously announced on July 20, 2026 and modified on September 8, 2026. DEFENDING THE INTERESTS […]
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Oct 23 · 19:37·The White House
Finance · SaaS
The Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa has called on chairpersons of committees to take Parliament closer to the people through regular field visits.
This initiative, he said, can improve legislative debates, strengthen oversight, enhance Parliament’s public image and help the institution achieve its vision of becoming a transformed, independent and people-centred Parliament.
Tayebwa made the remarks on Thursday, 22 October 2026 while opening a quarterly meeting of sectoral committee chairpersons, regional and zonal whips at the Mestil Hotel in Kampala.
Tayebwa urged committees to visit communities and assess the implementation of government programmes, saying the information gathered will help MPs make informed decisions when scrutinising ministerial policy statements.
“Go and be felt. Going to the field doesn’t mean that you should bring a report to Parliament. No, you will get information which will enable you to do your work when you are processing ministerial policy statements,” Tayebwa said.
He also emphasised accountability in government programmes, saying Parliament must ensure public funds reach intended beneficiaries and support productive activities.
Speaker of Parliament Jacob Oboth-Oboth, upon taking office, committed funds previously held under the Speaker’s office to parliamentary committees to ensure they are adequately funded to carry out oversight activities.
Tayebwa also asked MPs to play a critical role in translating Musevenomics, Uganda’s homegrown economic philosophy into laws, budget priorities and stronger oversight of government programmes to accelerate economic transformation.
He said Parliament should ensure the philosophy moves beyond political branding to become a practical framework for increasing production, creating wealth and improving household incomes.
Tayebwa identified five priorities for Parliament; promoting value addition through legislation, funding infrastructure that supports production, strengthening oversight of the Parish Development Model and Emyooga, legislating for land consolidation and tenure security and championing regional integration to expand markets.
On value addition, he called for a shift from exporting raw materials towards processing, packaging and branding locally.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Parliament of the Republic of Uganda.
Oct 23 · 19:36·APO Group