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dClimate Signs MOU With Democratic Republic of Congo to Protect the Congo Basin Rainforest and Peatlands

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --In a landmark move for global conservation efforts, U.S.-based dClimate , a leader in decentralized climate data infrastructure, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to safeguard the biodiverse-rich Congo Basin rainforest and peatlands.

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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --In a landmark move for global conservation efforts, U.S.-based dClimate , a leader in decentralized climate data infrastructure, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to safeguard the biodiverse-rich Congo Basin rainforest and peatlands.
This historic MOU targets the preservation of hundreds of thousands of hectares, underlining a shared commitment to combat climate change through innovative environmental stewardship.
dClimate will contribute strongly to the development of the DRC's national carbon registry, aligning with the guidelines of Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.
"The Congo Basin rainforests and peatlands store vast amounts of carbon making the protection of these crucial areas key to safeguarding our planet's climate.

Large-Scale Landscape Restoration: Spades and the African Union Development Agency-NEPAD announce partnerships

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Monday, December 11, 2023

MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Large-Scale Landscape Restoration: Spades and the African Union Development Agency–NEPAD announce partnerships with Cote d'Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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MINNEAPOLIS, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Large-Scale Landscape Restoration: Spades and the African Union Development Agency–NEPAD announce partnerships with Cote d'Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Spades and the African Union Development Agency (NEPAD/AFR100) are proud to announce landscape restoration agreements with Democratic Republic of the Congo and Cote d'Ivoire.
Each agreement calls for partnerships in the development of large-scale landscape restoration.
Their program, AFR100 – The African Forest Landscape Restoration Initiative - is a country-led effort to restore Africa's degraded and deforested land.

Statement - The Government of Canada marks the 35th anniversary of United Nations Peacekeeping Forces receiving Nobel Peace Prize

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Sunday, December 10, 2023

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"The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to United Nations Peacekeeping Forces on 10 December 1988 to recognize the important contributions that peacekeepers made towards the pursuit of one of the UN's most fundamental obligations: to maintain international peace and security.

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"The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to United Nations Peacekeeping Forces on 10 December 1988 to recognize the important contributions that peacekeepers made towards the pursuit of one of the UN's most fundamental obligations: to maintain international peace and security.
"From 1948 to 1988, more than half-a-million troops from 53 states, including Canada, were involved in peacekeeping missions in places like Cyprus, Kashmir, the Congo and West New Guinea.
Peacekeeping operations have not always been peaceful, with more than 730 peacekeepers losing their lives as they sought to maintain peace in parts of the world ravaged by war and conflict.
As peacekeepers and peacemakers, you have helped to forge Canada's long-standing reputation as a country that can be counted on to support peace operations around the world.

Colossal Supports Kind Campaign | Empowering Girls, Changing Lives

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Friday, December 8, 2023

PHOENIX, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Colossal, the global leader in fundraising for charities through online competitions, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Kind Campaign. Founded by Lauren Paul and Molly Thompson in 2009, Kind Campaign is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization that brings awareness and healing to the negative and lasting effects of girl-against-girl bullying. For the last 15 years, their documentary film, school assemblies, Kind Club Curriculum, Kind Camp, and their connected and deeply supportive online community have made Kind Campaign the leading anti-bullying movement for girls.

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PHOENIX, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Colossal, the global leader in fundraising for charities through online competitions, is thrilled to announce its partnership with Kind Campaign .
For the last 15 years, their documentary film, school assemblies, Kind Club Curriculum, Kind Camp, and their connected and deeply supportive online community have made Kind Campaign the leading anti-bullying movement for girls.
"Colossal takes great pride in partnering with trustworthy charities that aim to make a difference in the lives of others.
Over 400 Kind Ambassadors volunteer to spread Kind Campaign Assemblies and Kind Clubs into their local communities.

U.S. Institute of Peace Announces Pétronille Vaweka the 2023 Women Building Peace Award Recipient

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Friday, December 8, 2023

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) is honored to announce Pétronille Vaweka of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as the recipient of the 2023 Women Building Peace Award .

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) is honored to announce Pétronille Vaweka of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as the recipient of the 2023 Women Building Peace Award .
This prestigious international award, which is given annually, honors women of extraordinary commitment, leadership and impact who are working to build peace and resolve violent conflict in their communities.
USIP's Women Building Peace Council , comprised of distinguished experts and advisers, selected three finalists , and the winner, from over 150 nominations received from 42 countries.
Pétronille is the senior mediator for Engaged Women for Peace in Africa (FEPA), a network of women working in conflict-affected areas of eastern DRC.

U.S. Institute of Peace Announces Pétronille Vaweka the 2023 Women Building Peace Award Recipient

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Friday, December 8, 2023

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) is honored to announce Pétronille Vaweka of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as the recipient of the 2023 Women Building Peace Award .

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) is honored to announce Pétronille Vaweka of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) as the recipient of the 2023 Women Building Peace Award .
This prestigious international award, which is given annually, honors women of extraordinary commitment, leadership and impact who are working to build peace and resolve violent conflict in their communities.
USIP's Women Building Peace Council , comprised of distinguished experts and advisers, selected three finalists , and the winner, from over 150 nominations received from 42 countries.
Pétronille is the senior mediator for Engaged Women for Peace in Africa (FEPA), a network of women working in conflict-affected areas of eastern DRC.

HABANOS, S.A. PRESENTED THE WORLD PREMIERE OF THE NEW VITOLA EL REY DEL MUNDO ROYAL SERIES IN CYPRUS

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Friday, December 8, 2023

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Cyprus, in presence of more than 450 guests

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Cyprus, in presence of more than 450 guests
HAVANA, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Habanos, S.A., through its exclusive distributor, Phoenicia T.A.A.
Cyprus, presented the new vitola of its brand El Rey del Mundo, Royal Series (50 ring gauge x 155 mm length).
The launch of this new vitola was also the perfect excuse to celebrate 15 years of fruitful business partnership between Habanos, S.A. and Phoenicia T.A.A.
All of this took place at the same time as guests had the opportunity to taste, for the first time, the new vitola El Rey del Mundo Royal Series, a product designed for the La Casa del Habano network of specialized shops under franchise.

HABANOS, S.A. PRESENTED THE WORLD PREMIERE OF THE NEW VITOLA EL REY DEL MUNDO ROYAL SERIES IN CYPRUS

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Friday, December 8, 2023

City, Michelin, General Cigar Company, Congo, Smoke, Music, Light, Partnership, Mouth, Taste, Democratic republic, Fashion design, Perfume, Habano, S.A

Cyprus, in presence of more than 450 guests

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Cyprus, in presence of more than 450 guests
HAVANA, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Habanos, S.A., through its exclusive distributor, Phoenicia T.A.A.
Cyprus, presented the new vitola of its brand El Rey del Mundo, Royal Series (50 ring gauge x 155 mm length).
The launch of this new vitola was also the perfect excuse to celebrate 15 years of fruitful business partnership between Habanos, S.A. and Phoenicia T.A.A.
Also in attendance were the co-presidents of Habanos, S.A., Mrs. Maritza Carillo González and Mr. Luis Sánchez-Harguindey Pardo de Vera.

Masdar Advances 10GW Africa Growth Plan to Unlock Energy Transition in Six Sub-Saharan Nations

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar advances 10GW growth plan across six Sub-Saharan nations, marking accelerated expansion for the UAE's clean energy leader, in support of the clean energy transition across the continent.

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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar advances 10GW growth plan across six Sub-Saharan nations, marking accelerated expansion for the UAE's clean energy leader, in support of the clean energy transition across the continent.
These agreements support the development of clean energy portfolios across several markets in Africa, helping to unlock that potential and deliver improved levels of energy security to its population.
Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, said: "Masdar's growth plans will help unlock Africa's clean energy potential and further advance its energy transition.
Masdar's commitment aims to mobilize a total of US$10 billion in investments to deliver 10GW of clean energy capacity in Africa by 2030.

Masdar Advances 10GW Africa Growth Plan to Unlock Energy Transition in Six Sub-Saharan Nations

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar advances 10GW growth plan across six Sub-Saharan nations, marking accelerated expansion for the UAE's clean energy leader, in support of the clean energy transition across the continent.

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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC – Masdar advances 10GW growth plan across six Sub-Saharan nations, marking accelerated expansion for the UAE's clean energy leader, in support of the clean energy transition across the continent.
These agreements support the development of clean energy portfolios across several markets in Africa, helping to unlock that potential and deliver improved levels of energy security to its population.
Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi, Chief Executive Officer of Masdar, said: "Masdar's growth plans will help unlock Africa's clean energy potential and further advance its energy transition.
Masdar's commitment aims to mobilize a total of US$10 billion in investments to deliver 10GW of clean energy capacity in Africa by 2030.