Sovereign Military Hospitaller
Order of St John of Jerusalem of
Rhodes and of Malta
Order of St John of Jerusalem of
Rhodes and of Malta
03/10/2024
Ambassador Visits the Archbishop of Maseru
In a momentous occasion for both the Sovereign Order of Malta and the Roman Catholic Church in Lesotho, Ambassador Michael Murphy paid an official visit to His Grace, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Maseru, +Gerard Tlali Lerotholi, OMI. This meeting was not only a celebration of Lesotho's bicentennial but also a reaffirmation of the Order's commitment to serving the poor and the sick in Lesotho. The atmosphere during the meeting was marked by warmth and mutual respect. Ambassador Murphy, representing the Sovereign Order of Malta, engaged in a dialogue with Archbishop Gerard that reflected their shared values and goals. The cordiality of their interaction was evident, as both leaders expressed a profound commitment to enhancing the lives of the vulnerable in Lesotho.
25/09/2024
Grand Chancellor Holds Bilateral Talks with the Kingdom of Lesotho
The Grand Chancellor of the Order of Malta, HE Riccardo Paternò di Montecupo, accompanied by Ambassador Paul Berresford-Hill, the Order's Permanent Representative at the United Nations and Ambassador Michael Murphy the Order's Permanent Representative to the African Union, held a bilateral session with His Majesty King Letsie III of Lesotho at the Lesotho Mission to the United Nations on the occasion of the United Nations General Assembly opening. Several important government officials from both sides attended. The meeting was cordial and reflected the positive momentum on the signing of bilateral diplomatic relations. Ambassador Murphy will very soon travel to Maseru to present his credentials to His Majesty and open the mission.
24/09/2024
Ambassador Meets with the President of Guinea-Bissau
Ambassador Michael P. Murphy, KM, the Permanent Representative of the Order of Malta to the African Union held a constructive meeting with His Excellency Umaro Sissoco Embaló the President of Guinea-Bissau on the margins of the opening session of the United Nations General Assembly.
23/09/2024
Ambassador meets with the King and Queen of Lesotho
Ambassador Michael P. Murphy, KM, the Permanent Representative of the Order of Malta to the African Union held a series of meetings with their majesties the King and Queen of Lesotho on the margins of the United Nations 79th General Assembly in New York. Constructive talks were held about capacity building and the recent establishment of bilateral relations. He responded to His Majesty's gracious introduction of the Order of Malta to the Basotho people and various dignitaries of the government of Lesotho with prepared remarks.
13/09/2024
Ambassador and Deputy Head of Mission Attend 2nd Annual Conference Dedicated to the African Diplomatic Corps
The Ambassador, Michael P. Murphy, KM, and Deputy Head of Mission Mr. Merha Agonafer attended the Second Conference of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta Dedicated to the African Diplomatic Corps in Rome. The two-day conference took place at the Magistral Villa in Rome from 10-11 September. It was a significant opportunity for the Order to explain its role in the international community as well as it's dedication to helping the people of Africa. Many bilateral meetings and engagements were undertaken.
25/08/2024
Embassy Participates in Ethiopia’s Record Breaking Tree Planting
The Order of Malta Embassy staff in Addis Ababa, representing both the Ethiopian and African Union mission and led by the Deputy Head of Mission Mr. Merha Agonafer, participated in planting 1,000 trees in support of a historic record-breaking tree planting in Addis Ababa. Millions nationwide have turned out this morning to plant 600 million seedlings today.
12/08/2024
Ambassador Visits Malteser International in Uganda
The Permanent Representative to the African Union, Ambassador Michael P. Murphy, KM paid a visit to the dedicated team of Malteser International in Kampala, Uganda. Malteser International, the humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta, has been aiding the poor and sick globally for over 900 years. Rooted in Christian values and humanitarian principles, they provide emergency relief during natural disasters and conflicts, engage in transitional relief, and stay through prolonged crises. Health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and disaster preparedness are central to their holistic approach. In Uganda since 1996, registered as an INGO, committed to improving lives through emergency relief, recovery, and resilience in crises. From the Kampala office, they support operations in Arua, Nakivale, and across the Western region and West Nile districts. Serving the poor and sick without discrimination, our work in Uganda symbolizes our dedication to health and dignity for all, promoting peace and mutual understanding among refugee and host communities. The Ambassador thanked the team for their service and dedication to the sick and the poor.
08/08/2024
Ambassador meets with HE The Ambassador of the Republic of Burundi to the African Union
A meeting between the Permanent Representative of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, Ambassador Michael Murphy, Chargé d’Affairs of the Order to Ethiopia, Merha Agonafer, and the Ambassador of Burundi HE Willy Nyamitwe, was conducted in a cordial and friendly atmosphere. Both parties expressed a mutual commitment to establishing diplomatic relations between their respective countries. As an initial step, draft protocols were exchanged and timelines established with the goal of concluding at the General Assembly of the United Nations in New York in September.
04/07/2024
Deputy Head of Mission leads Ethiopian Bishop Delegation to visit the Grand Chancellery
This morning, Mr. Merha Agonafer, Deputy Head of Mission to the African Union presented a delegation of Ethiopian Bishops to visit the Grand Chancellor of the Sovereign Order of Malta at the Grand Chancery in Rome. His Eminence Berhaneyesus Cardinal Souraphiel, CM, Archbishop of Addis Ababa, led the delegation. He was accompanied by: Bishop Muse Gebregeyorgis Emeritus bishop of Eparchy of Emdibir, Bishop Markos Gebremedhin Bishop Of Vicariate Jimma Bonga., Bishop Seyum Franso of Vicariate Hossana and Rev. Tesfaye Tadesse Superior General of Congregation of Comboni Fathers. Substantive talks on the collaboration of the Order of Malta and the Catholic Church in Ethiopia were held and both sides look forward to fulfilling the Church's mission to serve the sick and the poor.