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 This is a friendly reminder that the deadline to submit an application for the Global Peace Summit, Turkey on October 15-18, 2020 is fast approaching!

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• Explore the beautiful country and culture of Turkey. 

• Meet, build a network, and make life-lasting friendships with delegates from 130+ countries 

• Become a Global Peace Chain ambassador and attend future summits

• Become part of a growing team to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030

• Meet and speak with young leaders and leaders of the Turkish Government. 

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Hi guys, let's have some soft skills training. WHAT IS BUSINESS ETIQUETTE?

QUIZ ANSWERS 

1. WHAT IS BUSINESS ETIQUETTE? 

BUSINESS etiquette is a set of rules that govern the way people interact with one another in business, with customers, suppliers, 

It is of two kinds:

i. Thoughtful consideration of feelings  or interest of others.

ii. Being able to minimize misunderstanding.

USEFUL RULES IN BUSINESS ETIQUETTE

i.   Recognition

ii.  Respect

iii. Response

2. HIGHLIGHT FOUR IMPORTANCE OF BUSINESS  ETIQUETTE.

i. It promotes a positive atmosphere.

ii. It helps to prevents misunderstanding with everyone.

iii. It helps in building strong relationship.

iv. It also reflects confidence.

3. EXPLAIN THE TWO PRINCIPLES OF ETIQUETTE

i. Social Etiquette: The golden rule of etiquette is to treat people the way they want to be treated. 

ii. Business Etiquette: This is based on hierarchy and power in work place (an organization).

4. LIST THE TYPES OF ETIQUETTE

i.   Dining and table manner etiquette

ii.  Meeting etiquette

iii. E-mail etiquette

iv. Netiquette

v.  Chatting Etiquette

5. WHAT IS NETWORKING?

Networking is the  process of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts. It is also means  who knows you and who you know.

NETWORKING TIPS

i.  Have a one minute pitch ready about yourself to go at anytime

ii. Plan ahead why you need and want to meet, do research and be prepared with conversational questions and points

iii.  Set a goal for your networking opportunities

iv.  Be yourself, focus on making a connection that can lead to more conversations

v.    Be curious

vi.   Follow up

vii.  Be extra helpful and resources

viii. Always focus on relationship building.

The wrong ways of networking are;

i. Only networking when you need a job or favor

ii.   Not offering help

iii.  Not following up

iv.  Rejecting a connection because of status

v. Staying in your comfort zone.

BENEFITS Of NETWORKING

i. Networking helps to build your self confidence

ii. Your network can be an excellent source of new perspectives and ideas to help you in your role

iii. It is about sharing not taking so you gain and contribute to the market knowledge in your field and industry

iv. The visibility you gain from being active in the business networking world allows you get noticed and this is necessary for career building

v. You have unfiltered access to job opportunities (sometimes before that are ever made public) career advice and support.

Angola registers three cases of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus

Angola registered, in the last eight months, three cases of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus, at a time when Africa is about to declare the eradication of wild polio, announced last Tuesday, in Luanda, the secretary of State for Public Health, Franco Mufinda.

The official who spoke on the sidelines of the 70th session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa clarified that these cases are derived from the vaccination itself, stressing that the country has not registered cases of wild polio since March 2011.

He explained that in circulating polio the vaccine is not an adverse effect after vaccination, nor does it depend on the quality of the vaccine, but rather an event that happens when there is low vaccination coverage against polio in the community.

In this regard, he made it known that from the 4th of this upcoming month of September, the second vaccination phase will start in the provinces of Namibe, Huambo, Zaire, Cunene and Cuando Cubango, which should have happened in the first quarter of the current year.

Franco Mufinda said that the video conference meeting, which Angola holds the position of rapporteur for Portuguese-speaking countries, is addressing two points, namely "response to covid-19 on the continent" and "eradication of wild polio in Africa ".

The official in charge of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Angola, Javier Aranburu, congratulated the continent and Angola in particular for the effort in the fight to eradicate polio and for the relevant policies against covid-19.

Teens killed by Angolan police enforcing virus curbs: Amnesty

At least seven killed as security forces used 'excessive, unlawful force' in tackling lockdown breaches, watchdog says.

Amnesty International has said Angolan security forces tasked with enforcing coronavirus restrictions killed at least seven young men, including minors, between May and July.

After a joint investigation with Angolan rights group OMUNGA, the UK-based watchdog said on Tuesday most of the victims were teenagers allegedly shot dead by police and army officers, who either fired at them directly or hit them accidentally.

"The stories we heard from relatives and eyewitnesses are harrowing," said Deprose Muchena, Amnesty's director for east and southern Africa.

"One teenage boy was shot in the face while he lay injured; another was killed when police fired on a group of friends practising at a sports field," he added.

The government in March declared a state of emergency and imposed restrictions to help curb the spread of the coronavirus. Soldiers were deployed to help police implement the new rules as people continued to mass at markets and water points - breaching curfews and gathering bans.

Security forces used "excessive and unlawful force" in dealing with coronavirus lockdown breaches, the watchdog said.

"The authorities have used emergency measures to impose arbitrary restrictions on human rights. Any use of force by security forces should be exceptional and must comply with the state's international human rights obligations," said Joao Malavindele, executive director of OMUNGA.

Toll likely 'much higher'

The youngest confirmed victim was a 14-year-old, said to have been accidentally killed in May when police fired into the air to disperse a crowd of people working on fishing boats, according to the investigation.

In June, a 15-year-old was allegedly shot in the back outside his aunt's house as police used firearms to disperse a street crowd.

Amnesty and OMUNGA said they had verified five other similar killings but believed the "true death toll" could be "much higher". They called for an independent and transparent' investigation into the deaths to bring perpetrators to justice.

There was no immediate comment by the Angolan police.

Most people in the country have failed to benefit from vast oil and mineral reserves that amassed wealth in the hands of a political elite.

For many, poverty and lack of access to basic services outweigh concerns about catching a disease that has so far infected 2,222 people and caused 100 deaths. 

The Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme is now open (10,000 euros/year for Tuition)

 The programme will provide scholarships to support young women to pursue a career in nuclear science & technology, nuclear safety and security or non-proliferation.

Application Deadline: October 11th 2020

Click here to apply: https://bit.ly/318krl1

The IAEA Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme (MSCFP) seeks to inspire and support young women to pursue a career in nuclear science and technology, nuclear safety and security, or non-proliferation. To that end, the MSCFP will provide scholarships to selected candidates studying towards a Master’s degree in these fields. Scholarships will cover up to two years of tuition and living expenses. Scholarships will be awarded to 100 students each year, subject to the availability of funds.

Requirements

Female candidates;

Accepted by or enrolled in an accredited university in Master’s programme.

Benefits

The fellows will be awarded up to €10,000 per year for tuition costs and up to €10,000 for living costs based on the cost of living at the university’s location, for a maximum of a two-year period of study.

Deadline Extended: African Union Youth Volunteer Corps (AU-YVC) 2020 for young African Professionals (Fully Funded)

 2 days left to apply!

Click here to apply: http://aucareers.org/

Current Vacancies at African Union Commision

AU Careers is African Union Commision main vacancy application portal, in order to be able to apply for a position all potential applicants will need to create a PHP database Record where they will enter among others your personal information, current and previous education and employment details.

From the provided information AUC recruitment team will match the data against the currently applied for position to see if you meet the requirements. It is advised that you completely enter your data as partial data may lead to disqualification. In addition you can always track the status of your applications by clicking on my applications in your cockpit.

Please use the following links to access the E-recruitment System to access your PHP records, note in the Legacy System you cannot update your data. In addition you can access the User Manuals from the links below if you are having problems applying for a position or creating your profile.

Novartis Reimagining Healthcare Scholarship to attend One Young World Summit 2021 (Fully Funded to Munich, Germany)

 Application Deadline: 25 September 2020 https://bit.ly/3aOO6Di

The Novartis Reimagining Healthcare Scholarship supports young social entrepreneurs and their local/global initiatives to help accelerate their leadership journey. This scholarship is for young leaders whose focus is on supporting, advancing, and / or solving issues in the health care space including mental health, like health care professionals, nurses, volunteers of health care organizations, medical students

Requirements

Aged 18 - 30*

Nationals of all countries are eligible to apply for this scholarship

Applicants cannot be employed by Novartis

Applicants must demonstrate positive impact in the healthcare sector in some capacity

Benefits

Access to the One Young World Summit 2021 in Munich, Germany which takes place from 23 - 26 April.

Hotel accommodation during the summit

Travel to and from Munich (economy)

All meals covered (includes breakfast, lunch and dinner on conference days)

Transport between Summit accommodation and the Summit venue

Summit hand-outs and support materials

Provide a forum to pitch and share your initiatives within the Novartis organization

A mentorship program with Novartis employee(s)

Pre-summit meeting or lunch with the OYW Novartis delegation

Mo Ibrahim Foundation Leadership Fellowship Program 2021 for emerging African Leaders (Fully Funded to work at International Trade Center, Geneva, Switzerland

 Do not miss this opportunity

Application Deadline: October 14th 2020 http://mif.media/2021-o4a

The Ibrahim Leadership Fellowships form a selective programme designed to mentor future African leaders. Through this annual fellowship programme, we seek to deepen and broaden our growing network which continues to contribute its skills and learning to a better Africa.

Requirements

National of an African country

7-10 years of relevant work experience

Master’s degree

under the age of 40, or 45 for women with children

any additional criteria as set by the host.

Objective

This Fellowship opportunity at ITC is in collaboration with the Mo Ibrahim Foundation. Established in 2006 the Mo Ibrahim Foundation aims to support good governance and great leadership in Africa. The Foundation works to:

• Stimulate debate on good governance;

• Provide criteria by which citizens and governments can measure progress;

• Recognize achievement in African leadership and provide a practical way in which leaders can build positive legacies on the continent when they have left office;

• Support aspiring leaders for the African continent.

Coronavirus: South African students resume classes

 South Africa’s students in all grades resume classes on Monday after weeks of closure because of the Coronavirus pandemic.

Final-year students had resumed classes earlier to prepare for examinations.

President Cyril Ramaphosa closed the schools in July after they were briefly reopened following a public outcry on rising virus cases.

Monday’s resumption of classes comes as the country registers a decline in new infections.

The health minister said the country was “over the surge”, adding that the “plateau has started”.

Last week, UN agencies asked African governments to reopen schools with measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

The authorities in South Africa say they have prepared for safe resumption of learning starting this week.

WHO declares Africa free of polio

 The announcement is a significant step in the 30-year-long campaign to eradicate the disease worldwide, and only Afghanistan and Pakistan have infections.

The World Health Organization has declared Africa free of naturally occurring polio. The continent’s last case was reported in northern Nigeria four years ago.

The announcement is a significant step in the 30-year-long campaign to eradicate the disease worldwide. Only Afghanistan and Pakistan have polio infections now. However, the coronavirus pandemic is interrupting vaccination efforts.

Al Jazeera’s Ahmed Idris reports from Nigeria’s capital Abuja.

Angola has fertilizers for agricultural crop 2020/2021

 Angolan minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, Francisco de Assis, assured that there are fertilizers for the 2020/2021 agricultural campaign throughout the country, due to open next October.

The minister said that the companies with financial and liquidity difficulties  in the local currency (kwanzas) received financing from the Angola’s Developemnt Bank (BDA) .

 The funding enabled the beneficiaries to join a the Credit Saving Bank (BPC) line, where they obtained the foreign exchange for the import of fertilizers expected to arrive  in the country late September and early October.
 

On average, according to the minister, the country needs at least 60,000 tons / year and if that quantity is below that, it compromises the national agricultural production.

To avoid constraints that could reduce the supply of these charges, he said that the sector is working in two directions, the first being better organisation and integration of the private sector that imports.
 

In the second aspect, the focus is on seeking to create conditions that attracted private investors, both national and foreign, for the country to start producing the ferlizers internally.

As for the supply of fertilizers in the Angolan market, the businessman from the sector Manuel Monteiro informed that he had received a ship with 11,000 tons, which have already been distributed in the 18 provinces.

As part of the economic relief measures created by the government, Manuel Monteiro says that by November another 24,000 tons of fertilizers will arrive.
In addition to normal fertilizers, he said that nitrogen fertilizers are also insured, to be distributed to farmers and peasants across the country.

'Stop killing women

 The increased cases of violent crimes have put many women on guard and led to various campaigns against domestic violence.

These have been difficult days. In truth, for us women, many days are difficult and painful because we still live in a context where, in one way or another, all types of violence against us are always excused. 

We want laws that protect us and are really applicable, we want public policies that bring respect of our humanity to debates and institutions. We want a society where we are not afraid of going out in the street! We will continue demanding a society where we have our freedom of being, of feeling, of walking and thinking how we want.

Violence against women is real, it really is. It is not something in the heads of feminists, it is not an invention or empty speech: IT IS REAL!

Covid-19: Angola reports 61 new infections, two deaths, 34 recoveries

 Sixty-one new positive cases of covid-19, two deaths and 34 recoveries comprise the statistics of the new coronavirus pandemic for the last 24 hours, as presented by the Health authorities on Tuesday evening in Luanda.

Speaking to journalists during the daily covid-19 update briefing, the secretary of State for Public Health, Franco Mufinda, said 10 of the new infections were detected in Soyo (northern Zaire province), two in central Benguela province and one in northern Cabinda.

According to him, the new patients have ages from one to 74 years, 44 males.

The dead include a female (20) and one male (38).

With the new data, Angola’s covid-19 statistics stand at 2,283 positive cases, 911 recoveries, 102 deaths and 1.270 active patients.

False alarm as faulty Chinese COVID-19 self test kits misdiagnose 3,700 in Sweden

 Swedish Health officials are scrambling to trace other users of Chinese-made self-test COVID-19 kits after the device gave positive results all 3,700 people who used it. Upon further tests at the hospital, however, all 3,700 users tested negative.

Swedish Public Health Agency has therefore alerted international health authorities about the problem for the appropriate action and response to be take. Meanwhile the agency is putting together plans for all affected people to be contacted no later than Thursday says the Swedish health authorities.

The affected regions who came with the failed Covid-19 tests are, Blekinge, Dalarna, Gävleborg, Västerbotten, Västernorrland and Västmanland. All those who have received incorrect positive coronavirus results will be contacted no later than Thursday, 27 August.

The agency said the PCR kits, which test for an ongoing COVID-19 infection, were made in China by the company BGI Genomics and had been distributed worldwide. In Sweden, the kits were used by people conducting at-home tests between period March and August, the agency said.

“The faulty test kit has been reported to the Swedish Medical Products Agency. It has been exported by China to many other countries,” the agency said, adding that it has “informed relevant authorities in Europe and the WHO”. Mostly, “people who had mild symptoms or who didn’t feel any symptoms at the time of the test received false positive results,” the agency said in a statement.

Sweden on Tuesday said it had 86,891 confirmed cases of the new coronavirus and 5,814 deaths.