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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.
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.
Bio-pharma logistics market seen hitting $229.38B by 2033
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A new market report projects the global bio-pharma logistics market will grow from $121.52 billion in 2026 to $229.38 billion by 2033. The forecast points to rising demand for cold-chain handling, transportation, warehousing and packaging across…
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.
Stars Glamping tops 2026 ranking of China’s modular luxury hotel tent suppliers
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STARS GLAMPING TENT CO., LTD. ranked first in a 2026 review of 10 Chinese modular luxury hotel tent suppliers, reflecting rising demand for code-compliant prefabricated hospitality systems.
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.
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.
Alcatel-Lucent hosts launch of CEO Women Europe and names Sandrine El Khodry president
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ALE International, which operates under the Alcatel-Lucent brand, hosted the inaugural CEO Women Europe event at its Paris headquarters on June 3 and announced Sandrine El Khodry as the new forum’s president.
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.
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.
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.
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,…
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.
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.
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