Shem Ochola, OGW
@ShemOchola
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Deputy Director-General @commonwealthorg, the Commonwealth's intergovernmental agency for civil society.
Joined May 2012
High Commissioner Dr. Mohammad Faisal @DrMFaisal hosted the Director General Commonwealth Foundation @RazmiFarook & Deputy Director-General @ShemOchola for a productive lunch meeting at @PakistaninUK. Discussions focused on the future of the Commonwealth.π΅π°π€π @ForeignOfficePk
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The #Commonwealth warmly welcomes the Honourable Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey as the new @SGCommonwealth
It is a great honour to be the first African woman to serve as Secretary-General of the #Commonwealth. As a daughter of #Ghana, the first African country to join the Commonwealth, I feel a deep personal connection to our family of nations. Watch my address π
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The past 3 days we hosted key #Commonwealth health events, advancing agendas on @Healthyageing_ & @equitablecancer care. Grateful for insights from the @TheLancetOncol Commissioners & the CAC @health with support from Dr @DrTedros @WHO &UKβs @AshleyDalton_MP #CommonwealthHealth
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His Highness the Imamat, Aga Khan IV, was a visionary leader, entrepreneur and an extraordinary philanthropist. His life's work touched countless lives and left an indelible mark on the world. May his soul rest in eternal peace @AKF_EA @akdn @AKUGlobal @AKF_Global
His Highness Prince Karim Al-Hussaini, Aga Khan IV, 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims and descendant of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), passed away peacefully in Lisbon on 4 February 2025, aged 88, surrounded by his family. The announcement of his
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Warm congratulations to HE Winnie Anna Kiap CBE on her appointment as the Chair of @commonwealthorg. We look forward to your extensive experience in diplomacy, leadership and strategic vision to guide the Foundation to new heights.
Warm congratulations to H.E. Winnie Anna Kiap CBE on her appointment as Chair of @CommonwealthOrg. @CommonwealthSec looks forward to our continued partnership with the Foundation to advance our shared priorities for the prosperity of all 2.7 billion citizens of the Commonwealth.
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Wrapped up 2024 Commonwealth Peopleβs Forum in #Apia #Samoa. Strong civilsociety consensus for decisive government action on HealthJustice, ClimateJustice& freedom of expression for a more progressive & prosperous Commonwealth #CPF2024 #ClimateJustice #HealthEquity #FreeSpeech
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Great to engage with Hon. Rabia Abdallah Hamid Secretary of the NEC, Chama cha Mapinduzi (CCM) @SheilaRuiz @UbaloziUK @MbelwaK. Excited to share the impactful work of @Commonwealth Foundation and explore opportunities for collaboration with Tanzania. #CCMApp #CCMimara #Tanzania
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Our 2024-2025 grants call is open for applications. Every year, we offer grants of up to Β£30,000 for projects lasting up to two years to civil society organisations in the Commonwealth. The application deadline is 1pm BST on 24 October. Apply here π https://t.co/15eR43aLRI
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.@sundeepbhutoria had a productive meeting with Shem Ochola, Deputy Director of @commonwealthorg, and his team members. We look forward to exploring opportunities to work together with the Commonwealth Foundation. @ShemOchola @tongper_cathy
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Deeply troubled by the unrest in Kenya. Quality of true leadership is best seen how they respond in a crisis with decisiveness and compassion, and in success - handled with grace and humility.
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The Commonwealth is deeply saddened by the recent developments in Kenya. A peaceful movement, aimed at sparking dialogue on the Finance Bill, escalated into shocking violence, destruction and tragic...
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Thrilled to have attended #22CCEM where ministers and senior officials underscored the vital importance of empowering Commonwealth citizens through education. @machoguezekiel
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We were privileged to host the Prime Minister of Samoa, H.E. Fiame Naomi Mata'afa, at the UNSIDS conference side event themed "Fostering Resilience: An Intergenerational Dialogue on Health and Climate Justice in SIDS #SIDS24 #CHOGM @samoagovt
Prime Minister Hon. FiamΔ Naomi MataΚ»afa opened our side event on climate and health at #SIDS24βwhich we delivered in close partnership with the @SamoaGovt. Her presence was an honour, and a true milestone on the path to #CHOGM and the People's Forum in Samoa in October.
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Congratulations H.E. @MEsipisu. We celebrate your excellence as a representative of the aspirations of your people in various areas of development in the UK. @KenyaMissionUK @FCDOGovUK @commonwealthsec
Absolutely thrilled by University of Manchester awarding me a Honorary Professorship in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine & Health recognising our contribution building a strong partnership for research on oesophageal cancer between @OfficialUoM @kutrrh & other π°πͺ schools.
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Thrilled to join HRH the Princess Royal and Prof @Abbottkingsley @Institute of Commonwealth Studies' 75th Anniversary relaunch. Discussing effective evidence based policy solutions and redefining future of the Commonwealth grounded in democracy human rights & rule of law #ICS75
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Delighted & honored to be awarded 2024 #Diplomat of the Year from #Africa at glittering London Diplomatic Corps event hosted by @DiplomatLondon. Award underlined recognition of Kenya's work building strong bilateral relations & leadership on global issues. #DiplomatAwards2024
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Kenya's outgoing High Commissioner @Mesipisu honored as the 2024 #DiplomatoftheYear from #Africa at the prestigious @LondnDIPLOMAT awards. Presented by Chester King of @IHGHealthHub, this recognition underscores π°πͺβs diplomatic excellence on the global stage. #DiplomatAwards2024
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Congratulations to all the shortlisted writers π
π£ MEET THE 2024 SHORTLIST! π We are delighted to present the 2024 #CWprize shortlist! The 23 writers have been selected by an international judging panel from 7,359 entries in a record-breaking year. Congratulations to you all! Read more π https://t.co/nyYedXoWEw
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π£ Calling all creatives! Mulberry Literary is now accepting submissions worldwide for Issue 8. Mulberry Literary welcomes all forms of creative media, including cross-genre, experimental, and hybrid works. Deadline: 15 April Learn more: https://t.co/20tJ6T9G9l
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Thrilled to join African professionals @diasporaKe to celebrate Africa Advocacy Foundation's remarkable initiatives to reduce health disparities and advance wellbeing in Europe & Africa ππH.E @MEsipisu @KenyaMissionUK @toma69 #HealthEquity @NIHRglobal @africadvocacy @TNLComFund
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