Oluwatosin Alao

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France, UK to lead Zimbabwe’s $23 billion debt restructuring effort
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France, UK to lead Zimbabwe’s $23 billion debt restructuring effort

France and the United Kingdom are set to take a leading role in Zimbabwe’s efforts to restructure its $23 billion debt burden, marking a significant step in Harare’s push to restore access to international financing and rebuild relations with global creditors.  The two European nations will co-chair Zimbabwe’s new Debt Consultative Group (DCG), a platform expected to coordinate negotiations between…

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South Africa's lithium rush sparks backlash from farmers over land and water
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South Africa’s lithium rush sparks backlash from farmers over land and water

South Africa’s lithium boom faces farmer opposition as mining expansion raises concerns over farmland, water security and rural livelihoods.

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Nedbank expands AI push as Africa’s digital banking competition grows

Nedbank is expanding AI-powered digital banking, rolling out smarter services, boosting fraud protection and driving growth across Africa.

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Olam Agri, IDH deepen partnership
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West African farmers gain new support as Olam Agri, IDH deepen partnership

Olam Agri and IDH expand their West Africa partnership to support farmers, boost food security and promote climate-smart agriculture.

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Plaza Premium Group opens a new JNIA lounge in Tanzania, boosting airport hospitality, tourism growth and international travel connections.
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Tanzania strengthens aviation appeal as Plaza Premium launches JNIA lounge

Plaza Premium Group opens a new JNIA lounge in Tanzania, boosting airport hospitality, tourism growth and international travel connections.

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Maybank expands insurance business with $1.2 billion Etiqa deal
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Maybank expands insurance business with $1.2 billion Etiqa deal

Maybank buys full control of Etiqa with a $1.2 billion deal, expanding its insurance business and strengthening its Southeast Asia growth plans.

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Mali eyes up to $800 million from mining fund for roads and power projects
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Mali eyes up to $800 million from mining fund for roads and power projects

Mali plans to raise up to $800 million from a mining fund to finance roads, power, water and transport projects across the country.

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Mozambique unveils $40.5 million China-funded surgical center project
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Mozambique unveils $40.5 million China-funded surgical center project

Mozambique begins a $40.5 million China-funded surgical centre in Maputo to expand specialised healthcare and reduce overseas medical referrals.

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AfricaRice, AATF sign five-year deal
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AfricaRice, AATF sign five-year deal to boost rice production across Africa

AfricaRice and AATF sign a five-year deal to boost rice production, expand agricultural technology access and reduce Africa’s import gap.

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FNB plans major Smart ID expansion to 240 branches across South Africa
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FNB plans major Smart ID expansion to 240 branches across South Africa

Airlink launches Lanseria-Harare flights, expanding South Africa-Zimbabwe travel options as demand for regional African air connections grows.

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Airlink adds new Johannesburg-Harare route
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Airlink adds new Johannesburg-Harare route as regional Africa travel expands

Airlink launches Johannesburg-Harare flights from Lanseria, expanding regional Africa travel with new connections between South Africa and Zimbabwe.

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Sasol launches PEM electrolyser to boost South Africa’s green hydrogen drive
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Sasol launches PEM electrolyser to boost South Africa’s green hydrogen drive

Sasol commissions a PEM electrolyser in South Africa to advance green hydrogen technology, boost clean energy innovation and support local manufacturing.

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