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Looking for 40 young leaders: AGYLE, the African-German Young Leaders programme, is now open for applications

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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BERLIN, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AGYLE, the African-German Young Leaders programme, has entered into its fourth round, inviting talented young leaders from Ethiopia, Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia, and Germany to apply at www.agyle-programme.com by 7 April 2024.

Key Points: 
  • BERLIN, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AGYLE, the African-German Young Leaders programme, has entered into its fourth round, inviting talented young leaders from Ethiopia, Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia, and Germany to apply at www.agyle-programme.com by 7 April 2024.
  • An international jury will select 40 young leaders from all submissions – 15 from Germany and 25 from the relevant African countries.
  • The Young Leaders selected will be invited to join a week of events in Berlin in September 2024.
  • The programme's participants will be able to join the exclusive AGYLE business network, which now comprises 120 Young Leaders from Ethiopia, Ghana, Rwanda, Tunisia, Senegal, and Germany.

Looking for 40 young leaders: AGYLE, the African-German Young Leaders programme, is now open for applications

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Cub Scout, Electronics, BMZ, German, Agency, Food, Digital technology, Economic development, AWE, Politics, Forestry

BERLIN, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AGYLE, the African-German Young Leaders programme, has entered into its fourth round, inviting talented young leaders from Ethiopia, Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia, and Germany to apply at www.agyle-programme.com by 7 April 2024.

Key Points: 
  • BERLIN, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AGYLE, the African-German Young Leaders programme, has entered into its fourth round, inviting talented young leaders from Ethiopia, Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia, and Germany to apply at www.agyle-programme.com by 7 April 2024.
  • An international jury will select 40 young leaders from all submissions – 15 from Germany and 25 from the relevant African countries.
  • The Young Leaders selected will be invited to join a week of events in Berlin in September 2024.
  • The programme's participants will be able to join the exclusive AGYLE business network, which now comprises 120 Young Leaders from Ethiopia, Ghana, Rwanda, Tunisia, Senegal, and Germany.

NDC Partnership: Kenya Unveils Comprehensive Legal Framework to Accelerate Climate Action

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Monday, September 4, 2023
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Dr. William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H, launched Kenya's National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP) 2023-2027, Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS) 2022-2050 and Climate Change Act (Amendment 2023) today.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H, launched Kenya's National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP) 2023-2027, Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS) 2022-2050 and Climate Change Act (Amendment 2023) today.
  • Showcasing African leadership through a comprehensive law and policy guiding national and subnational climate action, Kenya demonstrates readiness for support to implement the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) through the third NCCAP aligned with the LT LEDS.
  • At the launch, NDC Partnership Global Director Dr. Pablo Vieira congratulated Kenya: "Kenya's leadership and commitment at the highest levels is driving ambitious climate and development action, creating a strong framework to implement the country's climate commitments, and effectively mobilizing climate finance.
  • The NDC Partnership is a global coalition, bringing together more than 200 members to deliver on ambitious climate action that helps achieve the Paris Agreement and drive sustainable development.

NDC Partnership: Kenya Unveils Comprehensive Legal Framework to Accelerate Climate Action

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Monday, September 4, 2023
GIZ, Paris, Paris Agreement, Partnership, Asylum Support Partnership, BMZ, Policy, Nationally determined contribution, UNDP, GHG, LT, WRI, World Bank, 2016 United Nations Climate Change Conference, FAO, NDC, Climate, Global Climate Action Partnership, Republic, Climate change, Capacity building, Institutionalisation, Knowledge management, EIB, USAID, Renewable energy, Property management, EU

Dr. William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H, launched Kenya's National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP) 2023-2027, Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS) 2022-2050 and Climate Change Act (Amendment 2023) today.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. William Samoei Ruto, C.G.H, launched Kenya's National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP) 2023-2027, Long-Term Low Emission Development Strategy (LT-LEDS) 2022-2050 and Climate Change Act (Amendment 2023) today.
  • Showcasing African leadership through a comprehensive law and policy guiding national and subnational climate action, Kenya demonstrates readiness for support to implement the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) through the third NCCAP aligned with the LT LEDS.
  • At the launch, NDC Partnership Global Director Dr. Pablo Vieira congratulated Kenya: "Kenya's leadership and commitment at the highest levels is driving ambitious climate and development action, creating a strong framework to implement the country's climate commitments, and effectively mobilizing climate finance.
  • The NDC Partnership is a global coalition, bringing together more than 200 members to deliver on ambitious climate action that helps achieve the Paris Agreement and drive sustainable development.

Agency for Business & Economic Development and Germany - Land of Ideas have launched 3rd edition of AGYLE African-German Leadership Programme

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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AGYLE (African German Young Leaders in Business) is jointly run by the Agency for Business & Economic Development (AWE) and Germany – Land of Ideas on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

Key Points: 
  • AGYLE (African German Young Leaders in Business) is jointly run by the Agency for Business & Economic Development (AWE) and Germany – Land of Ideas on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
  • The programme is aimed at connecting young leaders from Africa and Germany in order to facilitate collaborations across continents and develop solutions to common global challenges.
  • Almuth Dörre, Acting Director of the Agency for Business & Economic Development, places high expectations on the programme participants: "AGYLE is building a network of young leaders from Africa and Germany who are joining forces to address today's key challenges.
  • The networking event in Berlin:
    The annual theme of the 2023 AGYLE programme is "Digital transformation – young leaders working towards a green and inclusive future".

Agency for Business & Economic Development and Germany - Land of Ideas have launched 3rd edition of AGYLE African-German Leadership Programme

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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AGYLE (African German Young Leaders in Business) is jointly run by the Agency for Business & Economic Development (AWE) and Germany – Land of Ideas on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

Key Points: 
  • AGYLE (African German Young Leaders in Business) is jointly run by the Agency for Business & Economic Development (AWE) and Germany – Land of Ideas on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).
  • The programme is aimed at connecting young leaders from Africa and Germany in order to facilitate collaborations across continents and develop solutions to common global challenges.
  • Almuth Dörre, Acting Director of the Agency for Business & Economic Development, places high expectations on the programme participants: "AGYLE is building a network of young leaders from Africa and Germany who are joining forces to address today's key challenges.
  • The networking event in Berlin:
    The annual theme of the 2023 AGYLE programme is "Digital transformation – young leaders working towards a green and inclusive future".

New round of AGYLE business programme now open for applications: looking for 40 young leaders from Africa and Germany

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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BERLIN, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Around the globe, digital transformation is shaping all areas of our professional and private lives and has become a key driver for addressing global challenges. The African continent plays an important role here as it is home to a new generation of up-and-coming leaders in the field of digital innovation. In keeping with this year's core theme, "Digital transformation – young leaders working towards a green and inclusive future", young leaders can now apply to take part in the African-German Leadership Programme "AGYLE - African German Young Leaders in Business." This year's programme is directed at people up to the age of 40 from Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia and Germany. The programme is looking for candidates who have recognised the potential of innovative digital solutions and are leveraging these in areas such as education, healthcare, climate, energy, and trade.

Key Points: 
  • In keeping with this year's core theme, "Digital transformation – young leaders working towards a green and inclusive future", young leaders can now apply to take part in the African-German Leadership Programme "AGYLE - African German Young Leaders in Business."
  • This year's programme is directed at people up to the age of 40 from Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia and Germany.
  • All submissions will be reviewed by an international jury that will select 40 young leaders; 20 from the participating African countries and 20 from Germany.
  • All participants will be included in our network of young business leaders, allowing them to stay connected and deepen their knowledge e.g.

New round of AGYLE business programme now open for applications: looking for 40 young leaders from Africa and Germany

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Climate, Agency, Cub Scout, Health, CV, Motivation, Letter, Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport, Digital, Economic development, BMZ, AWE, Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, Education, Video game, Business

BERLIN, Feb. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Around the globe, digital transformation is shaping all areas of our professional and private lives and has become a key driver for addressing global challenges. The African continent plays an important role here as it is home to a new generation of up-and-coming leaders in the field of digital innovation. In keeping with this year's core theme, "Digital transformation – young leaders working towards a green and inclusive future", young leaders can now apply to take part in the African-German Leadership Programme "AGYLE - African German Young Leaders in Business." This year's programme is directed at people up to the age of 40 from Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia and Germany. The programme is looking for candidates who have recognised the potential of innovative digital solutions and are leveraging these in areas such as education, healthcare, climate, energy, and trade.

Key Points: 
  • In keeping with this year's core theme, "Digital transformation – young leaders working towards a green and inclusive future", young leaders can now apply to take part in the African-German Leadership Programme "AGYLE - African German Young Leaders in Business."
  • This year's programme is directed at people up to the age of 40 from Ghana, Rwanda, Senegal, Tunisia and Germany.
  • All submissions will be reviewed by an international jury that will select 40 young leaders; 20 from the participating African countries and 20 from Germany.
  • All participants will be included in our network of young business leaders, allowing them to stay connected and deepen their knowledge e.g.

Worldwide E-Bike Industry to 2028 - Increased Demand for Eco-Friendly Transportation Drives Growth

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Friday, December 23, 2022
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The global e-bike market would register growth at a CAGR of 10.12% in the forecasted duration from 2022 to 2028.

Key Points: 
  • The global e-bike market would register growth at a CAGR of 10.12% in the forecasted duration from 2022 to 2028.
  • Factors such as favorable incentives by the government to promote e-bikes, increased demand for eco-friendly transportation, and a growing number of people preferring e-bikes are boosting the growth of the market.
  • On the other hand, the increased usage of electric bikes for delivery services has created a growth opportunity for the market.
  • Also, a rise in supportive government initiatives for environment-friendly vehicles and bikes is expected to add to the market's growth.

Universal Energy Facility offering grants to support electrification by mini-grid in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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The Universal Energy Facility opened a new financing windowin the DRC that offers grants to companies connecting people to mini-grids.

Key Points: 
  • The Universal Energy Facility opened a new financing windowin the DRC that offers grants to companies connecting people to mini-grids.
  • The facility provides "results-based finance" to these companies by awarding grants once electricity connections have been established and verified.
  • "The Universal Energy Facility will help improve electricity access in communities across the Democratic Republic of the Congo," said Damilola Ogunbiyi, CEO and Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Sustainable Energy for All and Co-Chair of UN-Energy.
  • The DRC is the fifth country to have a Universal Energy Facility programme, with the others being Benin, Madagascar, Sierra Leone and Nigeria.