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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…
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…
Joint reconstruction devices market seen reaching $36 billion by 2030
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The joint reconstruction devices and equipment market is projected to grow from $28.49 billion in 2026 to $36.02 billion by 2030, according to The Business Research Company.
Joint pain injections market to reach $10.96 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global joint pain injections market is on track to grow from $6.12 billion in 2025 to $10.96 billion by 2030, driven by rising arthritis cases, aging populations and demand for non-surgical pain relief.
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.
Pesa backs sickle cell nonprofits with $20,000 anniversary initiative
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Pesa is marking its fifth anniversary with a $20,000 charitable partnership with the Adekunle Gold Foundation to support sickle cell organizations in Nigeria, Canada, Ghana and the UK. The initiative aims to expand screening, counseling, wellness…
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.
BGFI Bank Group deepens SBS partnership for Africa-wide digital banking rollout
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BGFI Bank Group has renewed its partnership with SBS through a new subscription centered on SBS Digital Banking Suite, backing the bank group’s BGFI 30 strategy for 2026-2030. The phased rollout starts with two pilot subsidiaries and is designed…
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.
African Adventure Specialists touts East Africa as a 2027 travel destination
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African Adventure Specialists says East Africa is gaining momentum as travelers look for more immersive holidays in 2027. The company is highlighting Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda for safaris, gorilla tracking, beaches and multi-country…
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…
Lloyd’s Register and NSML plan global maritime forum in Nigeria
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Lloyd’s Register and NLNG Shipping and Marine Services Limited plan to launch a new global maritime forum in Nigeria to bring shipping, energy, finance and policy leaders into one platform.
XS.com to sponsor Casablanca trading show in North Africa push
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XS.com will appear as a Global Sponsor at The Trading Show in Casablanca on Sept. 5-6, using the event to expand its North Africa presence and showcase its institutional trading infrastructure.
Accops expands secure workspace push across IOC and Africa with Lithe SD
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Accops Systems has signed a distribution agreement with Lithe Solutions Distributor to push secure digital workspace tools across Indian Ocean Commission countries and the rest of Africa.
PUBG MOBILE opens second Africa Rising Designer season with paid internships
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PUBG MOBILE has launched the second season of its Rising Designer program across Africa, offering design students a shot at two paid internships and possible in-game features.
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