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Former NFL player joins Congo’s 2028 presidential race amid minerals, security concerns
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Patrice Majondo Mwamba, a former NFL player and 2023 presidential candidate, has entered the Democratic Republic of Congo’s 2028 race.
Africa PPP 2026 heads to Nairobi with focus on bankable infrastructure
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Africa PPP 2026 will return to Nairobi in November with a push to turn infrastructure plans into financeable projects and delivery partnerships.
LinkShadow, Redington form pan-African cybersecurity distribution deal
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LinkShadow has partnered with Redington to distribute its AI-powered cybersecurity platform across Africa, expanding access for enterprises, governments and critical infrastructure operators.
Omaha MBK leaders preview Obama Presidential Center, tout progress on youth milestones
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Omaha leaders joined My Brother’s Keeper communities in Chicago on May 28 to compare progress, tour the Obama Presidential Center before its public opening and showcase work tied to six national milestones.
Women's Refugee Commission names Dr. Xanthe Scharff as president and CEO
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The Women’s Refugee Commission has appointed Dr. Xanthe Scharff to lead the organization as global displacement rises and humanitarian funding faces sharp cuts.
African nations push to make AGOA a driver of mineral processing and industrial growth
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African governments and stakeholders want the renewed African Growth and Opportunity Act to do more than expand market access.
Gierowski Foundation pledges support for clean water access in Africa
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The Jozef Hubert Gierowski Foundation is making clean water a main philanthropic focus in 2026 and 2027, with donations already going to water funds and charities working across Africa.
TMU to host Global Africa Summit Toronto 2026 on trade and investment
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Toronto Metropolitan University’s Diversity Institute and Africa Investment Network will bring business, policy and investment leaders to Toronto on July 30, 2026, for a summit on Canada-Africa trade and commercial ties.
BOW Institute spotlights Cathy Hughes at executive intensive
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The BOW Institute wrapped its inaugural Executive Intensive in Washington, D.C., with a fireside chat featuring Urban One founder Cathy Hughes.
Guinea to host energy and environment summit in Conakry in November 2026
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Guinea will host the Guinea Energy and Environment Exhibition on Nov. 25-26, 2026, in Conakry as the country pushes hydroelectric power, new oil and gas exploration, and climate finance.
LCR Capital Partners promotes Louis Frost to president
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LCR Capital Partners named Louis Frost president while he continues as chief financial officer, highlighting his role in the firm’s finance, compliance and transaction work.
Latin America, Africa and Asia-Pacific data center market seen tripling by 2033
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Allied Market Research says the Latin America, Africa and Asia-Pacific data center market will grow from $124.53 billion in 2023 to $530.62 billion by 2033. The forecast points to fast growth in colocation, cloud, IoT and edge computing demand,…
Michael K Bender frames clarity as a practical navigation skill
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Michael K. Bender, a former executive and U.S. Foreign Service officer, is pitching a nonfiction book that turns five decades of experience into a method for clearer thinking under pressure.
Guinea to host SEEG 2026 as it pitches clean energy push
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Guinea will host the Guinea Energy and Environment Conference & Exhibition on Nov. 25-26, 2026, in Conakry as the government courts investment across hydropower, solar, gas, carbon markets and environmental finance.
Data masking market seen reaching $4.48 billion by 2035
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The global data masking market is projected to grow from $1.42 billion in 2026 to $4.48 billion by 2035, driven by tighter privacy rules, rising cyber threats and broader cloud adoption.
Data as a Service market seen reaching $108.42 billion by 2035
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The global Data as a Service market is forecast to jump from $26.87 billion in 2025 to $108.42 billion by 2035, driven by cloud adoption, rising data volumes and demand for real-time analytics.
Virtual tour market seen reaching $17.88 billion by 2035
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The virtual tour market was valued at $0.96 billion in 2023 and is projected to hit $17.88 billion by 2035, driven by demand for immersive online experiences across real estate, travel and education.
CRM Analytics Market Seen Reaching $32.07 Billion by 2035
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The CRM analytics market is projected to grow from $12.82 billion in 2026 to $32.07 billion by 2035, driven by AI, cloud adoption and demand for personalized customer engagement.
Blackboard names 2026 Catalyst Award winners across 8 categories
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Blackboard has recognized 30 institutions and teams from eight countries with its 2026 Catalyst Awards, honoring work in teaching, accessibility, AI, government training and professional development.
Water quality sensor market seen doubling by 2035
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The global water quality sensor market is projected to rise from USD 5.17 billion in 2026 to USD 10.17 billion by 2035, driven by tighter regulation, pollution concerns and adoption of IoT and AI-enabled monitoring.
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