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Global Fund of Africa launches $1 billion campaign ahead of Ottawa conference
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Global Fund of Africa has launched a $1 billion resource-mobilization campaign for 2027–2030 ahead of its First Replenishment Conference in Ottawa on December 18, 2026. The effort is aimed at funding nine priority areas across Africa, from health…
Pax Agricultura and Books For Africa sign peace partnership in Washington
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PAX AGRICULTURA and Books For Africa signed a memorandum of understanding at the African Union Mission to the United States in Washington, D.C., launching a partnership that links landmine clearance, farming and education.
African agrivoltaics push expands in Kigali
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The African Agrivoltaics Platform Initiative used a Kigali reception to rally policymakers, investors and researchers around using solar-plus-farming systems to improve food, energy and water security across Africa.
Hierros Etxebarria CEO to meet partners at Metal Expo Istanbul
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Grupo Hierros Etxebarria will send its CEO to Metal Expo Istanbul on Sept. 17, 2026, to pursue new partnerships for its Metalcorten weathering steel division.
Kigali Financial Centre takes over leadership of Africa financial roundtable
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Kigali International Financial Centre has assumed the chair of the Africa Roundtable of Financial Centres from EnterpriseNGR, a leadership change aimed at deepening cooperation among African financial hubs and boosting the continent’s global…
Newland pitches OEM generator manufacturing to global buyers
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Newland is positioning itself as a custom generator and power equipment supplier for overseas buyers seeking stable quality, flexible order sizes and export-ready production.
Tehya Travel launches Signature Journeys for bespoke luxury trips
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Tehya Travel has introduced Signature Journeys, a set of flexible luxury travel frameworks built for complex trips across Japan, Southern Africa, Europe, the Mediterranean and the Caribbean.
Ford names SAT as its Iraq distributor partner
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Ford Middle East and North Africa has appointed Shimal Al Jazeera Auto-Trading and Commercial Agencies as its distributor partner in Iraq, effective Oct. 1, 2026. The move is meant to expand sales, parts and aftersales support while keeping…
AFRIDEX builds 26-partner media network ahead of Lagos debut
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AFRIDEX has launched a 26-outlet global media partnership program to broaden coverage of Africa’s defence and security priorities ahead of its first exhibition in Lagos from Oct. 26-29, 2026. The network is designed to give professional audiences…
African ministers back continent-wide push to scale livestock solutions
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Ministers and representatives from eight African countries met in Kigali to align on financing, trade and policy changes aimed at scaling livestock innovations and reducing food import dependence.
Telpo rebrands around Android POS push and ODM growth
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Telpo Technology has completed a January 2026 legal-name change that aligns its registered identity with its Android POS and AI smart-terminal business.
In-vehicle payment platforms market seen reaching $8.5B by 2030
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The in-vehicle payment platforms market is projected to grow from $3.7 billion in 2025 to $8.51 billion by 2030, driven by connected vehicles, cashless payments and embedded commerce features.
GAIN and AGRA sign deal to push nutrition into Africa’s food systems
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GAIN and AGRA signed a letter of intent in Kigali on the sidelines of the Africa Food Systems Forum to make healthier diets more accessible, affordable and sustainable across Africa.
WHX Nairobi puts AI and hospital tech in East Africa's procurement spotlight
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East Africa’s hospitals and health systems are moving digital tools from pilots into daily operations, with AI diagnostics, telemedicine and hospital management systems rising on procurement lists.
ByteX and Cenne merge to build cross-border trade rails
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ByteX Financial and Cenne Financial have merged under the ByteX brand to combine AI-native finance tools with regulated payment infrastructure.
Ethica names Bradley Shaw strategic advisor to expand in Africa
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Ethica Channel Enablement Inc. appointed Cape Town telecoms veteran Bradley Shaw as strategic advisor to help accelerate growth across Africa, where the company now operates in 10 markets.
CGIAR puts Africa food system innovations on display at Kigali forum
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CGIAR used the Africa Food Systems Forum in Kigali to showcase scalable, investment-ready tools aimed at helping African countries deliver their 2026-2035 agriculture plan.
Global Africa Summit heads to Charlotte with $150M deal room
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Global Africa Summit Charlotte runs Sept. 8-10 at The Westin Charlotte, bringing leaders from business, government, finance and technology together to push trade and investment ties between the U.S., Africa and global markets.
VCMI and East Africa alliance team up on carbon markets
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The Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative and the Eastern Africa Alliance on Carbon Markets and Climate Finance have launched a partnership to help East African governments build policies, capacity and infrastructure for high-integrity…
Malcom Orlando Ivy Foundation and Partners For Patients launch global cancer forum
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The Malcom Orlando Ivy Foundation and Partners For Patients NGO are launching the Worldwide Cancer Voices Forum on Sept. 1, 2026, as a monthly global venue for patients, care partners and clinicians to discuss cancer care gaps and push those…
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