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Pocfarmer signs agricultural development pact with Central African Republic
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Pocfarmer has completed a second round of talks with the Central African Republic government on agricultural development, technology and job creation.
VIP Coatings pitches polyurea as a fix for South Africa’s infrastructure risk
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VIP Coatings is promoting polyurea and polyaspartic coating systems as South Africa pours more than R1 trillion into roads, water networks and other infrastructure.
AfriVest launches website for Africa digital asset infrastructure
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AfriVest, the Africa programme of DAMREV Group, launched a new website that lays out its digital asset infrastructure, standards, and research library for governments, central banks, cooperatives, and institutions.
Political risk insurance market seen reaching $10.77 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the political risk insurance market is expanding as geopolitical tensions, cross-border investment, and currency volatility rise.
New report says agrifood systems can drive millions of African jobs
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A new Malabo Montpellier Panel report argues that Africa’s agrifood systems can absorb a fast-growing youth labor force if governments pair productivity gains with skills, infrastructure and better job quality.
Chery opens Rosslyn plant in South Africa with OMODA and JAECOO rollout
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Chery Auto has officially opened its Rosslyn Plant in Pretoria, marking its shift from importer to local manufacturer in South Africa.
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.
IAE 2027 returns to Paris with bigger focus on African energy investment
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The Invest in African Energy Forum will hold its fifth edition in Paris from 11-13 May 2027, bringing governments, investors and operators together to structure and finance energy projects across Africa.
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.
Pocfarmer opens first Bangui office as Africa expansion advances
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Pocfarmer has opened its first local representation in Bangui, marking the company’s latest step in a six-year expansion plan for the Central African Republic and broader Africa.
Road maintenance market seen reaching $326.77 billion by 2035
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Government infrastructure spending is set to keep the global road maintenance market growing through 2035, with Asia-Pacific leading and North America supported by long-term U.S. highway funding.
World Food Prize Foundation honors African agri-food innovators in Nairobi
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The World Food Prize Foundation announced three major awards at DialogueNEXT in Nairobi, recognizing African leaders advancing food security, youth development and crop innovation.
Afrigen wins GMP certification for Africa’s first end-to-end mRNA facility
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Afrigen Biologics has secured SAHPRA Good Manufacturing Practice certification for its Cape Town mRNA facility, clearing the way for investigational biological products in Phase I and II trials.
Qrent pitches refurbished tech as a smarter IT strategy for Africa
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Qrent says African organizations can cut costs, reduce Scope 3 emissions and improve supply chain resilience by building circular IT into procurement.
Gabriel Environmental Rescue names new CEO and global president in restructuring
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Gabriel Environmental Rescue Inc. said June 26, 2026, that it is reorganizing its leadership to speed U.S. and global expansion.
South Africa ICT market seen reaching $89.64B by 2035
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South Africa’s information and communication technology market is projected to nearly double by 2035 as cloud adoption, AI, cybersecurity spending and broadband expansion accelerate across the economy.
Global Black Pride names 2026 honorees for Paris gala
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Global Black Pride will honor Hosh Ibrahim, Niecy Nash-Betts, Lady Phyll, Durand Bernarr, YouTube, ViiV Healthcare, the Republic of South Africa and others at its Black Excellence Gala & Awards on Sept. 11 in Paris.
Report says Kenya could shape Africa’s nicotine pouch rules
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A new report says Kenya’s nicotine pouch regulations could influence tobacco harm-reduction policy across East Africa and beyond.
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.
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.
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