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Guinea: No Election Before General Census, Transitional Authorities Say

In Guinea, Mohamed Béavogui’s government announced on April 15, the return of constitutional order wouldn’t take place before a general census was conducted. The condition was listed among 10 other prerequisites which included: administrative census for civil status purposes, the publication of voter regisA supporter holds up a Guinean National Flag as exiled activists arrive in Conakry, on September 18, 2021. (Photo courtesy AfricaNews.com) tration lists, the drafting of the new Constitution, organization of the referendum ballot, drafting of organic laws and the organizing of local elections, followed by legislative elections, the establishment of national institutions resulting from the new Constitution and eventually a presidential election.

The Minister of Territorial Administration and Devolution presented the different steps without giving a precise timetable.

The statement comes after ECOWAS President Jean-Claude Kassi Brou gave Guinea’s leader Colonel Doumbouya until April 22 to deliver a timeline on democratic elections. He warned that otherwise, the country would face further sanctions. "Mr. Minister, we have at least four years to go and if that is the case, it is the duty of a legal regime to do everything you propose," said Cheick Tidiane Traoré, leader of the Movement for the Republic (MPR).

Colonel Mamady Doumbouya took power on September 5, 2021 in Conakry, overthrowing President Alpha Conde, whose last few years as head of state were marked by months of severely repressed protests.

Refusing to be dictated to by ECOWAS or anyone else, the officer said the timetable would be set by the National Transitional Council (CNT), an assembly that acts as a legislative body. Its 81 members were appointed by the Colonel-President himself and they've been in office since February.

ECOWAS insisted in vain on the need to hold elections within six months of the September coup. The regional body suspended Guinea and imposed sanctions on members of the junta. WI

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Jamaica and Rwanda Begin Process of Strengthening Ties

The governments of Jamaica and Rwanda have begun the process of strengthening their relationship, including greater social and economic ties that are beneficial to the people of both countries. During a three-day state visit to Jamaica April 1315, His Excellency Paul Kagame (left), President of the Republic of Rwanda, participated in a “Think Jamaica 2022 – Government to Government and Civil Society Dialogue,” during which he said his presence in Jamaica was indicative of the partnership between the nations.

“I suppose we have to work on certain things but I think the more we get together, the government officials from both sides will put a working program in place,” Kagame said.

The Think Jamaica session was held at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in New Kingston on April 15 and formed part of the activities for the three-day state visit of Kagame, the first Rwandan Head of State to visit Jamaica.

The three-day state visit by the president coincides with Jamaica’s 60th anniversary of independence which is being celebrated throughout the entire year.

Jamaica Prime Minister Andrew Holness (right) said collaboration in areas such as science and engineering is critical in accelerating Jamaica’s thrust to create a digital society.

“And so, a part of what we will be seeing as the short term, what we discussed, is how we can accelerate our own digital process in line with what Rwanda is doing so that, for example, we can collaborate on science and engineering, which are two gaps in our society,” Holness said. “But we have similar problems, similar outlooks, we relate to each other as equals and we can find our own solutions,” he said.

Jamaica and Rwanda entered diplomatic relations on November 6, 1998. WI

Walkers Stride to Better Health on National Walking Day

Submitted by American Heart Association

The American Heart Association (AHA) is on a mission to be Healthy for Good every day. The approach is simple, eat smart, be well and of course MOVE MORE! In April our focus is to get everyone to move more and sit less with the help of workplaces, communities and people around the world. The AHA and Live Fierce sponsor, Sheehy Auto Stores, challenged local companies and community members in an annual continuous virtual walking event on National Walking Day, Wednesday, April 6. The day unites millions across the country in a commitment to live a healthier lifestyle and get physically active. One in 4 U.S. adults sit for longer than eight hours each day, which can hurt your physical and mental health. Physical activity is a powerful tool — and a mood booster. It also helps us reduce stress and lower the risk of heart disease and stroke. The American Heart Association recommends getting at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes per week of vigorous aerobic activity, or a combination of both, preferably spread throughout the week.

“We look forward to National Walking Day every year because walking is such an important first step in improving your heart health and mental well-being,” said Vince Sheehy, President of Sheehy Auto Stores. “We had a record-breaking year in terms of step totals and participation across our dealerships. I am so proud of our Sheehy team for their enthusiasm and commitment to health.” To date, Sheehy’s fundraising efforts have raised $2 million for the AHA.

Hundreds of employees and individuals from a total of 13 companies and organizations across the Greater Washington Region walked throughout the day, sending in their step count that went toward their team’s total. Participants also shared their steps on social media using #MoveMore. The top stepping organization was the DMV Links with a total of 2,815,708 steps! Members from many chapters across the country walked in support of National Walking Day. The DMV Links continue to grow in participation with chapters as far away as California taking part. “The DMV Links Team keeps climbing higher each year as we take steps in the right direction for heart health and wellness,” said Michelle Bailey, DMV Links Team Captain-Arlington (VA) Chapter. Sheehy Auto Stores stepped into second place with an all-time record of 839,518 steps with many of their dealerships participating. Sheehy Ford of Warrenton was once again the winner of their internal step challenge with a total of 118,387 steps. This year the auto dealer also held a National Walking Day photo contest which was won by Sheehy Ford of Gaithersburg.

Tax and compliance software developer, RSI came in third with a whopping 162,661 steps.

In total, all of the amazing #MoveMore supporters counted nearly 4 million steps - that could take you from the White House to the AHA HQ in Dallas, Texas or roughly 1,776 miles!

“We are so proud of the individuals and companies who participated in National Walking Day,” said Soula Antoniou, Executive Director of the American Heart Association. “Staying active can help you feel, think, sleep and live better and this day is an important reminder. A huge thank you to Sheehy Auto Stores for leading the charge all to move more all year long!”

The Move More Step Challenge is one of the many fun ways to engage in the AHA’s Heart Challenge, a suite of activities that includes the Greater Washington Region Heart Walk, locally sponsored by Sheehy Auto Stores and Kaiser Permanente, and yearround activities like step challenges and more. The Heart Challenge has a goal to get people to move more and raise funds in support of the AHA. Funds raised by the annual campaign lead to medical breakthroughs, support community health priorities, transform healthcare systems, enact stronger public health policy, and much more.

Get involved today at www. GreaterWashingtonHeartWalk. org.

Join the American Heart Association for a free and interactive conversation: Move, Listen & Learn

May 18th • 12:15pm ET • Audio Webinar & Mindful Walking Demo

Mental wellness has been shown to be connected to heart health. Reducing stress and managing anxiety, depression, and loneliness can help to boost your heart health.

Take a walk and join our experts to learn how to promote your mental health and emotional wellness, reduce stress, and manage your heart health too! To register, email:

Kimberly. Jackson @heart.org

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Mental health affects how we think, feel, and act. It helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices and is important at every stage of life, from childhood through adulthood. GreaterWashingtonHeartWalk.org

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