Commonwealth of Nations

Slotegrator shares an overview of licensing in the African online gambling market

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Thursday, July 8, 2021
Countries, Online gambling, Online casino, Africa, Betting Control and Licensing Board, Commonwealth of Nations, Gaming control board, UGANDA, Gambling in Nigeria, European Gaming and Betting Association

In this article, Slotegrator focuses on the online gambling licenses available in some of Africa's most attractivemarkets Nigeria, South Africa , Kenya , Tanzania, and Uganda.

Key Points: 
  • In this article, Slotegrator focuses on the online gambling licenses available in some of Africa's most attractivemarkets Nigeria, South Africa , Kenya , Tanzania, and Uganda.
  • Countries like Kenya, Uganda, and Zambia only issue licenses for land-based casinos, but online operators are also able to apply.
  • Kenya's Betting Control and Licensing Board and Uganda's National Gaming Board issue licenses to both land-based and online operators, though online gambling is not formally regulated.
  • Tanzania is a fully regulated market of great interest for online casinos and online sportsbooks.

Lion One Drills Additional High Grade Intercepts at Tuvatu Gold Project in Fiji

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Countries, Islands, Viti, Commonwealth of Nations, FIJI, Vatukoula mine, Tavua District

Latest Results Include High Grade Intercepts from Deep Step-Out Drilling

Key Points: 
  • Drill core is logged by Company geologists and then is sawn in half and sampled by Lion One staff.
  • The Tuvatu gold deposit is located on the island of Viti Levu in the South Pacific island nation of Fiji.
  • Lion One's flagship asset is 100% owned, fully permitted high grade Tuvatu Alkaline Gold Project, located on the island of Viti Levu in Fiji.
  • Lion One's CEO Walter Berukoff leads an experienced team of explorers and mine builders and has owned or operated over 20 mines in 7 countries.

Women of Commonwealth Initiative Emphasizes Commitment to Inclusion and Community

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Finance, Consulting, Women, Consumer, Professional services, Intergovernmental organizations, Commonwealth of Nations, Political history of Canada, International organizations

With this goal in mind, the Women of Commonwealth initiative launched earlier this year.

Key Points: 
  • With this goal in mind, the Women of Commonwealth initiative launched earlier this year.
  • Backed by a dedicated internal steering committee that shares ideas, knowledge, and talent, as well as an advisory council of 17 women advisors, whose varied backgrounds and expertise provide unique perspectives, the Women of Commonwealth initiative supports women advisors in achieving their personal and business-related goals, builds allies, and strengthens the Commonwealth community as a whole.
  • Women are uniquely positioned to excel within the financial advisory industry, but are significantly underrepresented, said Jessica Fougere, vice president, conferences, events, and community engagement.
  • Continuing to level the playing field is not only the right thing to do; investing in this community will undeniably lead to a stronger Commonwealth and better world.

African Universities to Convene from June 14-16 in Effort to Increase Collaboration, Capacity, and Strengthen Higher Education Outcomes

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Monday, June 14, 2021
Continents, Africa, Ashesi University, Swarthmore College, Commonwealth of Nations, GHANA

Partners for the 2021 convening include the University of Gondar, Kepler, Centre for Social Innovations, Ghana and Ayenit Alolom.

Key Points: 
  • Partners for the 2021 convening include the University of Gondar, Kepler, Centre for Social Innovations, Ghana and Ayenit Alolom.
  • "It requires a collaboration between multiple partners and stakeholders, with a shared agenda and dedication to the vision of strengthening higher education outcomes especially for students."
  • This is the fifth Annual Convening for the Education Collaborative, which was started in 2017 by Ashesi University, as a platform for idea sharing and implementation in African Higher Education.
  • Learn more about the Education Collaborative 2021 Convening, and Register Here
    Since 2017, the Education Collaborative has been focused on convening higher education institutions in Africa to collectively and sustainably raise the bar on education outcomes on the continent.

African Universities to Convene from June 14-16 in Effort to Increase Collaboration, Capacity, and Strengthen Higher Education Outcomes

Retrieved on: 
Monday, June 14, 2021
Continents, Africa, Ashesi University, Swarthmore College, Commonwealth of Nations, GHANA

Partners for the 2021 convening include the University of Gondar, Kepler, Centre for Social Innovations, Ghana and Ayenit Alolom.

Key Points: 
  • Partners for the 2021 convening include the University of Gondar, Kepler, Centre for Social Innovations, Ghana and Ayenit Alolom.
  • "It requires a collaboration between multiple partners and stakeholders, with a shared agenda and dedication to the vision of strengthening higher education outcomes especially for students."
  • This is the fifth Annual Convening for the Education Collaborative, which was started in 2017 by Ashesi University, as a platform for idea sharing and implementation in African Higher Education.
  • Learn more about the Education Collaborative 2021 Convening, and Register Here
    Since 2017, the Education Collaborative has been focused on convening higher education institutions in Africa to collectively and sustainably raise the bar on education outcomes on the continent.

Lion One Appoints New Chief Operating Officer and Senior Exploration Team, Grants Stock Options

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
Countries, Ba Province, Islands, Commonwealth of Nations, FIJI, Nadi, Viti

Following 3 years in an applied research position with the Mineral Exploration Research Institute in Montreal, Sergio accepted the position of senior geologist for Cominco based out of Noranda, Quebec.

Key Points: 
  • Following 3 years in an applied research position with the Mineral Exploration Research Institute in Montreal, Sergio accepted the position of senior geologist for Cominco based out of Noranda, Quebec.
  • Mr. Ostrenga now resides in Nadi and works alongside the Lion One Fiji exploration team.
  • Lion One's flagship asset is 100% owned, fully permitted high grade Tuvatu Alkaline Gold Project, located on the island of Viti Levu in Fiji.
  • Lion One's CEO Walter Berukoff leads an experienced team of explorers and mine builders and has owned or operated over 20 mines in 7 countries.

CGX Energy Completes US$19 Million Loan Agreement

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Friday, May 28, 2021
Countries, Commonwealth of Nations, GUYANA, Berbice, World

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 28, 2021) - CGX Energy Inc. (TSXV: OYL) ("CGX Energy" or the "Company") today announced that they have completed the loan agreement (the "Loan Agreement") with Frontera Energy Corporation ("Frontera") related to the US$19 million loan (the "Loan") previously announced on April 16, 2021, that will enable CGX Energy to continue to finance its share of costs related to the Corentyne, Demerara and Berbice blocks, the Berbice Deepwater Port, and other budgeted costs.

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  • Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - May 28, 2021) - CGX Energy Inc. (TSXV: OYL) ("CGX Energy" or the "Company") today announced that they have completed the loan agreement (the "Loan Agreement") with Frontera Energy Corporation ("Frontera") related to the US$19 million loan (the "Loan") previously announced on April 16, 2021, that will enable CGX Energy to continue to finance its share of costs related to the Corentyne, Demerara and Berbice blocks, the Berbice Deepwater Port, and other budgeted costs.
  • The material change report to be filed by CGX Energy in connection with this news release will contain the required disclosure regarding such exemptions.
  • The maximum number of common shares of CGX Energy (the "Common Shares") which may be acquired by Frontera upon the conversion of the Loan is 26,685,393 Common Shares, which would increase Frontera's interest in CGX Energy from 73.85% to 76.07% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares on a partially diluted basis.
  • CGX Energy is a Canadian-based oil and gas exploration company focused on the exploration of oil in the Guyana-Suriname Basin.

White Metal Partner Noronex Outlines Wide-Spread Copper Targets, Dorwit Copper-silver Project, Namibia

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Commonwealth of Nations, Countries, Kalahari Desert, NAMIBIA, Africa

The Project is prospective for sedimentary hosted Cu-Ag mineralisation within the prolific Kalahari Copper Belt that spans Namibia and Botswana.

Key Points: 
  • The Project is prospective for sedimentary hosted Cu-Ag mineralisation within the prolific Kalahari Copper Belt that spans Namibia and Botswana.
  • Highlights from the Noronex exploration program (see Noronex ASX news release 12 May 2021 ) include:
    Final data received from the airborne electromagnetic (EM) survey.
  • Michael Stares, President & CEO of the Company, remarked, "White Metal is delighted to have such a good partner as Noronex working with us in Namibia.
  • About White Metal Resources Corp:
    White Metal Resources Corp is a junior exploration company exploring in Canada and southern Africa.

Dominica Establishes Diplomatic Relations with Eritrea and Uzbekistan

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Countries, Commonwealth of Nations, World, DOMINICA, Foreign relations of Dominica

b'LONDON, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the last week, Dominica established diplomatic relations with Eritrea and Uzbekistan.

Key Points: 
  • b'LONDON, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the last week, Dominica established diplomatic relations with Eritrea and Uzbekistan.
  • A few days later, Ambassador Bannis-Roberts and her Uzbekistan counterpart, Ambassador Bakhtiyor Ibragimov, also established bilateral relations to further mutual cooperation between the two nations.\nWhile small in size, Dominica has proved its reach to be global.
  • Over the last few weeks, Dominica has also signed diplomatic agreements with both Nepal and Afghanistan, demonstrating the small island\'s commitment to growing its diplomatic presence globally.
  • Dominica prides itself on continuously expanding its diplomacy efforts, equally demonstrating the international community\'s trust in the small island.\n'

Dominica Establishes Diplomatic Relations with Eritrea and Uzbekistan

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, May 19, 2021
Countries, Commonwealth of Nations, World, DOMINICA, Foreign relations of Dominica

b'LONDON, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the last week, Dominica established diplomatic relations with Eritrea and Uzbekistan.

Key Points: 
  • b'LONDON, May 19, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the last week, Dominica established diplomatic relations with Eritrea and Uzbekistan.
  • A few days later, Ambassador Bannis-Roberts and her Uzbekistan counterpart, Ambassador Bakhtiyor Ibragimov, also established bilateral relations to further mutual cooperation between the two nations.\nWhile small in size, Dominica has proved its reach to be global.
  • Over the last few weeks, Dominica has also signed diplomatic agreements with both Nepal and Afghanistan, demonstrating the small island\'s commitment to growing its diplomatic presence globally.
  • Dominica prides itself on continuously expanding its diplomacy efforts, equally demonstrating the international community\'s trust in the small island.\n'