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EQS-News: Tony Elumelu Foundation Announces 10th Cohort of Entrepreneurship Programme – 20,000 Entrepreneurs Funded Across Africa

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), the leading philanthropy empowering young African entrepreneurs from all 54 African countries, has announced the successful entrepreneurs in its tenth selection for the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme.

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  • The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), the leading philanthropy empowering young African entrepreneurs from all 54 African countries, has announced the successful entrepreneurs in its tenth selection for the TEF Entrepreneurship Programme.
  • The Tony Elumelu Foundation has disbursed US$100,000,000 directly to young African entrepreneurs, who have created over 400,000 direct and indirect jobs, contributing significantly to Africa's economic growth and development.
  • Since inception in 2010, the Tony Elumelu Foundation has pioneered an innovative approach to seeding, capacitising and networking young entrepreneurs across Africa.
  • To learn more about the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme "Decade of Impact" please see here ( https://apo-opa.co/3IULYeS ).

SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge Debuts on Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, Welcoming Guests to an All-Inclusive Eco-Luxe Retreat

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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CORCOVADO, Costa Rica, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Soul Community Planet (SCP) Hotels, a holistic hospitality company serving those who value wellness, social good and the environment, today announced the grand opening of SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge (CWL). CWL uniquely sits at the intersection of two thriving ecosystems: Corcovado National Park, which is known as the world's most biologically intense terrestrial ecosystem, and the Isla del Caño Biologic Reserve, a vibrant marine ecosystem. The all-inclusive 189-acre private reserve is 100% off the grid, offering a blend of environmentally conscious accommodations, local and sustainably sourced gourmet cuisine, first-class service, and a range of immersive adventures from professionally guided interpretive jungle treks to marine biologist-led snorkeling through coral reefs teeming with marine life.

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  • SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge is located on the edge of Corcovado National Park – the crown jewel of Costa Rica's world-renowned national park system – on the Osa Peninsula, in one of the largest low-lying tropical rainforests on the planet.
  • SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge is 100% off the grid and was designed with sustainability at its core.
  • Additionally, SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge holds a Certification for Tourism Sustainability and is recognized at the prestigious Elite level recognition, the highest achievement within the program.
  • For more information or to book a stay at SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge, please visit www.scphotel.com/corcovado .

Palestinian Journalist Samar Abu Elouf Wins IWMF 2024 Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award

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Thursday, April 4, 2024
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WASHINGTON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) today announced freelance photojournalist Samar Abu Elouf as the 10th annual recipient of its Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award. The global recognition honors women photojournalists who document humanity amid conflict as well as the challenges facing marginalized populations worldwide. This year's award is being issued on April 4, 2024, the 10th anniversary of German photojournalist Anja Niedringhaus's passing; Niedringhaus was killed while on assignment in Afghanistan with the Associated Press.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) today announced freelance photojournalist Samar Abu Elouf as the 10th annual recipient of its Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award .
  • This year's award is being issued on April 4, 2024, the 10th anniversary of German photojournalist Anja Niedringhaus 's passing; Niedringhaus was killed while on assignment in Afghanistan with the Associated Press.
  • "I am honored to receive this award, to be recognized for my work in Gaza, and to follow in the footsteps of Anja's courage," said Abu Elouf.
  • Anja Niedringhaus was a recipient of the IWMF Courage in Journalism Award in 2005.

EQS-News: Harvard Business School Launches Tony Elumelu Foundation Case Study

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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At a time of renewed geopolitical interest in Africa, and an increasing questioning of traditional development finance models, Harvard Business School today released a case study examining the role and impact of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) ( https://www.TonyElumeluFoundation.org ), and its unique approach to catalysing entrepreneurship in Africa.

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  • At a time of renewed geopolitical interest in Africa, and an increasing questioning of traditional development finance models, Harvard Business School today released a case study examining the role and impact of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) ( https://www.TonyElumeluFoundation.org ), and its unique approach to catalysing entrepreneurship in Africa.
  • The case study recognises challenges the Foundation faces, and its responses, as it developed its mission, since founding in 2010.
  • Tony Elumelu, who spoke at Harvard said, “TEF is creating economic hope and opportunity for African entrepreneurs.
  • Distributed by APO Group on behalf of The Tony Elumelu Foundation.

From Riyadh to Rafah: KSrelief Brings Hope to Gaza

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amidst huge logistical challenges, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) continues its mission to deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amidst huge logistical challenges, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) continues its mission to deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.
  • Since the beginning of hostilities, KSrelief's operations in Gaza have included the delivery of food and essential supplies at the Rafah Crossing.
  • Much-needed aid has trickled across the border into Gaza to help those desperately in need of clean water, basic food items and medical supplies.
  • His Excellency, Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Supervisor General of KSrelief, said, "The complexity of delivering aid to Gaza is significant, but not impossible.

From Riyadh to Rafah: KSrelief Brings Hope to Gaza

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Monday, February 5, 2024
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amidst huge logistical challenges, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) continues its mission to deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.

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  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Amidst huge logistical challenges, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) continues its mission to deliver humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.
  • Since the beginning of hostilities, KSrelief's operations in Gaza have included the delivery of food and essential supplies at the Rafah Crossing.
  • Much-needed aid has trickled across the border into Gaza to help those desperately in need of clean water, basic food items and medical supplies.
  • His Excellency, Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, Supervisor General of KSrelief, said, "The complexity of delivering aid to Gaza is significant, but not impossible.

Philips Foundation marks five years of improving access to maternal care in Sub-Saharan Africa and sets out future plans

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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Over five years across five distinct projects, Philips Foundation has made substantial progress through unique collaborations , improving access to maternal care for 15 million people in 2022 alone [1].

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  • Over five years across five distinct projects, Philips Foundation has made substantial progress through unique collaborations , improving access to maternal care for 15 million people in 2022 alone [1].
  • This week, at a partner meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, the foundation set out plans to ramp up its partnerships with social entrepreneurs in the region.
  • “From building health awareness to providing high-quality healthcare, Philips Foundation’s journey with its strategic partners in maternal health for Sub-Saharan Africa is having a significant impact,” Margot Cooijmans, Director of the Philips Foundation, says.
  • In Uganda, the foundation supported Imaging the World Africa in training over 250 healthcare professionals, helping to identify life-threatening complications.

Rhino Rescue to Unveil Innovative Emergency Products at 88th CMEF

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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The Expo is expected to draw nearly 4,000 brands from over 20 countries, showcasing tens of thousands of products into the limelight.

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  • The Expo is expected to draw nearly 4,000 brands from over 20 countries, showcasing tens of thousands of products into the limelight.
  • Rhino Rescue's ADV-PRO pneumothorax needle stands out as a flagship product in the company's portfolio.
  • "This exhibition is a tremendous opportunity for us," said Jenny Lee, CEO of Rhino Rescue.
  • Their innovative products have saved countless lives annually and continue to contribute to emergency medical rescue.

Rhino Rescue to Unveil Innovative Emergency Products at 88th CMEF

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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The Expo is expected to draw nearly 4,000 brands from over 20 countries, showcasing tens of thousands of products into the limelight.

Key Points: 
  • The Expo is expected to draw nearly 4,000 brands from over 20 countries, showcasing tens of thousands of products into the limelight.
  • Rhino Rescue's ADV-PRO pneumothorax needle stands out as a flagship product in the company's portfolio.
  • "This exhibition is a tremendous opportunity for us," said Jenny Lee, CEO of Rhino Rescue.
  • Their innovative products have saved countless lives annually and continue to contribute to emergency medical rescue.

Libya floods: why cash is the best way to help get humanitarian aid to people affected by disasters

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Saturday, September 16, 2023
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As you watch the disturbing scenes of this disaster on the news, you might wonder about the best way to help.

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  • As you watch the disturbing scenes of this disaster on the news, you might wonder about the best way to help.
  • Such “in-kind donations” (physical items such as food, clothing, household items and medicine) can actually place a heavy burden on the humanitarian aid network.
  • To avoid such backlogs, research shows donating money in cash or via bank transfer to verified international humanitarian organisations is the most helpful and efficient response to humanitarian crises.
  • Giving cash rather than in-kind donations also respects the dignity of beneficiaries, and prevents duplication and delivery of unneeded aid.

Delivering humanitarian aid to Derna

    • Libya is divided into zones ruled by different militias and two governments on the east and west of the country.
    • Worse, Derna is a neglected city in eastern Libya controlled by a rival administration to the western government.
    • The region’s government does not allow free access of humanitarian organisations to Derna so it’s unclear if much-needed aid is reaching the right people and being distributed equally.
    • The port of Derna was also closed due to security issues for about three years until 2021, affected the local economy.

The compounding effect of concurrent disasters

    • When disasters happen in a setting already hit by other crises, there is a compounding effect.
    • Responding to concurrent disasters is more challenging and can require more resources from humanitarian organisations.
    • The compounding effect of prolonged civil conflict makes delivering humanitarian aid challenging, but climate change is adding another layer of complexity to such situations.