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South Africa reshapes its payment system as Reserve Bank takes control

South Africa’s Reserve Bank takes control of key payment system functions as PASA’s role changes in a major overhaul of the country’s payments system.

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UberX to end in South Africa as Uber changes ride options

UberX will end in South Africa on Sept. 1 as Uber replaces it with Go, Comfort, Black and Reserve ride options for customers.

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Zanzibar targets new funding for port, energy and housing projects

Zanzibar seeks new financing for the Mangapwani port, renewable energy expansion and 10,000 homes as it looks to attract fresh investment.

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Namibia opens silver investment to local investor through Stock Exchange

Namibia opens silver investment to local investors through the NSX, giving investors access to global silver prices without owning physical metal.

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Tanzania targets tea and key crops to boost farming in Southern Highlands

Tanzania targets tea farming and key crops in the Southern Highlands as new infrastructure funding aims to improve roads and market access.

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Butiama Mafia Island: Tanzania’s quiet escape for beach and nature lovers

Explore Butiama Mafia Island in Tanzania, from whale shark snorkeling and diving to beaches, sandbanks, wildlife and island tours.

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South Africa unveils new R2 coin honoring 1956 women’s march

South Africa’s Reserve Bank has issued a new R2 commemorative coin marking 70 years since the historic 1956 Women’s March.

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Tanzania Agriculture gets $585.45 million in TADB loans

Tanzania’s agriculture sector gets $585.45 million in TADB loans to fund 862 projects and support farmers, agribusiness and food production.

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South Africa’s BPESA launches guide to boost jobs in global services sector

BPESA launches a new guide to help South Africa’s BPO sector create jobs, develop young talent and prepare workers for an AI-driven economy.

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Tanzania, Eswatini deepen ties with focus on trade, investment and tourism

Tanzania and Eswatini deepen trade, investment and tourism ties as both countries seek stronger economic cooperation and new business opportunities.

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ADNOC L&S buys 11 vessels in $1.3 billion deal to expand shipping fleet

ADNOC L&S expands its global shipping fleet with a $1.3 billion tanker deal, adding 11 vessels to boost crude oil and gas transport capacity.

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LEAD Real Estate advances $852 million Al Dhaher housing project in Abu Dhabi

LEAD Real Estate advances its $852 million Al Dhaher housing project, delivering 2,200 villas to support Abu Dhabi's housing and urban growth.

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