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Nokia launches Cairo hub to drive growth across Africa and Middle East
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Nokia opens Cairo hub to expand operations across Africa and Middle East

Nokia is expanding its presence in Egypt, choosing Cairo as the base for a new regional operations hub that will support customers across the Middle East and Africa.  The decision comes as telecom companies face rising demand for stronger networks, faster response times and more reliable digital services. Growth in 5G, wider cloud adoption and heavier data use are pushing…

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Discover Plett Quarter Hotel, Plettenberg Bay’s luxury coastal stay
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Discover Plett Quarter Hotel in one of South Africa’s top beach towns

Along South Africa’s celebrated Garden Route, Plettenberg Bay has become one of the country’s most sought-after coastal destinations. Long known for its sweeping beaches, clear blue waters and easygoing charm, the seaside town attracts travelers looking for a stay that blends comfort, nature and understated luxury.  What makes Plettenberg Bay appealing is its balance. It offers the beauty of a…

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Ghana miners oppose new local outsourcing plan over job concerns
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Ghana miners oppose new local outsourcing plan over job concerns

Ghana’s mining sector is under pressure as new rules aimed at boosting local participation begin to take hold. The policy, which requires mining firms to shift key operations to locally owned contractors, is changing how one of Africa’s largest gold industries works.  For the government, the goal is clear: keep more value at home, support local companies and reduce dependence…

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Aman expands in Africa with new Mozambique safari lodge in Karingani
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Aman plans high-end safari lodge in Mozambique’s Karingani Reserve

Aman is moving into Africa’s luxury safari market with plans for a high-end lodge in southern Mozambique, a step that brings the brand to the continent for the first time. The project, known as Aman Karingani, adds to a growing list of developments aimed at wealthy travelers seeking quieter, nature-focused destinations.  The lodge will sit inside the 150,000-hectare Karingani Game…

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Lesotho bridge lifts water exports to South Africa, boosts supply
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Lesotho builds mega bridge to boost water exports to South Africa

High in the mountains of Lesotho, a new bridge is set to play a larger role in how water moves across Southern Africa. The Senqu Bridge, recently completed, is part of a wider effort to expand supply to neighboring South Africa, where demand continues to rise.  Water from Lesotho already supports daily life in Johannesburg, the country’s economic hub. About…

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Rockefeller Cape Town blends luxury stays, dining, spa and business travel in Foreshore district.
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Cape Town’s Rockefeller Hotel redefines urban luxury in Foreshore

In Cape Town, where tourism, business travel and design intersect, Rockefeller Hotel & Residences is carving out a place in the city’s competitive luxury hospitality market. The property sits in the Foreshore district, an area that has steadily evolved into an extension of the central business district, supported by proximity to the V&A Waterfront and key transport links.  Cape Town…

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Gabon to sign BP, Exxon deals to boost offshore oil output and investment
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Gabon targets new BP, Exxon partnerships to boost offshore output

Gabon is stepping up efforts to revive its oil and gas sector, seeking new partnerships with global energy companies as it works to lift offshore production and attract fresh investment. The Central African nation, a member of OPEC, is aiming to position itself as a competitive destination for offshore exploration in West Africa.  Officials say the government is in talks…

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Zimbabwe plans gradual shift from U.S. dollar to ZiG to restore trust
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Zimbabwe moves to reduce reliance on U.S. dollar amid currency shift

Zimbabwe is stepping up efforts to ease its dependence on the U.S. dollar, part of a broader plan to restore confidence in its local currency and steady the economy after years of instability. The push reflects growing concern among policymakers that dollarisation has weakened the country’s ability to manage inflation and guide economic policy.  For more than a decade, the…

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Zimbabwe backs JR Goddard Victoria Falls tourism, commercial project
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JR Goddard plans commercial hub near Victoria Falls tourism hotspot

Zimbabwe is stepping up efforts to position Victoria Falls as a higher-value tourism and investment destination, as authorities seek to attract private capital into infrastructure and real estate projects linked to one of Southern Africa’s most visited landmarks. The plan reflects a broader push to connect tourism growth with commercial development in designated economic zones.  The government has approved a…

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Meta tracks staff activity to train AI, raising privacy concerns
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Meta taps employee activity data to boost AI development efforts

Meta Platforms is stepping up its investment in artificial intelligence, turning to employee activity data to improve how its systems learn and perform everyday tasks. The move highlights a growing shift across Silicon Valley, where companies are building AI tools that can handle routine office work with limited supervision.  The company is introducing software that records how staff use their…

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LEVA Hotels signs $1B Bulawayo hotel deal, boosts Zimbabwe tourism
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LEVA Hotels signs deal with Radar Properties for Kings City hotel in Zimbabwe

LEVA Hotels is expanding its presence in Southern Africa with a new hospitality project in Bulawayo, pointing to renewed investor interest in Zimbabwe’s tourism and real estate sectors. The Dubai-based brand has signed a management agreement with Radar Properties to develop a $1 billion lifestyle hotel within the Kings City mixed-use development.  The agreement reflects a wider shift among international…

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Apple names John Ternus CEO, replacing Tim Cook to drive AI growth
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Apple appoints John Ternus CEO as tech giant enters new era

Apple is entering a new phase, handing leadership of the world’s most valuable technology company to a longtime insider as it looks to sharpen its edge in product design and stay competitive in a changing market.  The company said John Ternus will take over as chief executive on Sept. 1, replacing Tim Cook, who is stepping down after 15 years.…

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