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Kenya launches Africa’s first EU digital talks on AI, data and investment
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Kenya leads Africa with first formal digital talks with EU

Kenya has moved to deepen its digital ties with the European Union, becoming the first African country to establish a formal platform for talks on technology policy and innovation. The step signals Nairobi’s intent to play a larger role in the global digital economy.  The EU–Kenya Digital Dialogue, launched this week in Nairobi, brings structure to cooperation on data rules,…

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World Bank
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World Bank weighs options to ease Mozambique’s mounting debt burden

Mozambique’s debt crisis is worsening, pushing the World Bank to step up efforts to support the Southeast African nation as borrowing costs rise and investor confidence weakens.  The strain reflects wider pressure across emerging markets, where tighter global financial conditions and geopolitical tensions are making it harder for governments to access affordable funding. For Mozambique, those challenges are compounded by…

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Luxury meets nature at Joud by the Sea Zanzibar
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Joud by the Sea in Zanzibar offers a luxury escape on Africa’s coast

On the sunlit shores of Zanzibar, a quieter kind of luxury is coming into focus. Joud by the Sea Zanzibar sits along the Indian Ocean, where soft sand and clear waters shape a setting built for rest and reflection.  Travel demand is shifting, with more visitors choosing destinations that feel personal, natural and rooted in local culture. Zanzibar has become…

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Mr Price targets African expansion after Europe entry
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South Africa’s Mr Price targets new African market after Europe entry

South African retailer Mr Price Group is tightening its focus on international growth, with plans to enter another African market even as it expands into Europe through a key acquisition.  The Durban-based clothing and homeware chain is moving to meet rising demand for affordable goods, as high living costs push shoppers toward discount brands. Across many emerging markets, value retail…

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Visa and Bank of Abyssinia expand partnership to boost digital payments
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Visa teams with Bank of Abyssinia to drive Africa digital finance

Global payments company Visa Inc. is deepening its presence in East Africa with a renewed agreement with Bank of Abyssinia, a move aimed at widening access to digital payments in Ethiopia.  The deal comes at a time when Ethiopia’s financial system is changing quickly. More people are using smartphones, regulators are opening the sector, and businesses are looking for faster,…

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TotalEnergies
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TotalEnergies reopens Libya oil field after decade, boosting Africa output

TotalEnergies has resumed production at Libya’s Mabruk oil field, bringing a key asset back online nearly 10 years after it was shut down during conflict. The restart adds fresh supply to Africa’s oil market and points to improving conditions for energy investment in the country.  The return of output reflects Libya’s slow recovery after years of disruption that forced international…

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Cameroon set to host 2026 tourism fair to boost Africa travel partnerships
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Cameroon prepares for 2026 International Tourism Fair to boost Africa travel ties

Cameroon is preparing to host the 2026 edition of the Cameroon International Tourism Fair, an event aimed at raising the country’s profile in the global travel market and strengthening tourism partnerships across Africa.  The three-day gathering, scheduled for March 19 to 21 in the coastal city of Limbe, is expected to bring together tour operators, travel companies, investors and tourism…

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AI’s rise is reshaping how tech companies structure and manage their workforce. 
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Meta and xAI cut jobs as AI investment reshapes global tech workforce

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is beginning to reshape the global technology workforce, prompting some of the world’s biggest tech companies to rethink hiring, spending and product development.  Fresh restructuring at Meta Platforms and xAI shows how heavy investment in AI is now influencing staffing decisions across Silicon Valley and the wider tech sector.  Companies are pouring billions of…

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The race runs through Naivasha’s rugged terrain and sweeping landscapes, a global motorsport stage.
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Kenya backs Safari Rally to boost tourism investment and motorsport growth

Kenya is once again turning to one of its best-known sporting events to support tourism and attract investment. The return of the Safari Rally Kenya, part of the global World Rally Championship calendar, has drawn large crowds to the lakeside town of Naivasha, offering a lift to hotels, tour operators and local businesses.  The 2026 rally is expected to attract…

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Park Hyatt listing signals Johannesburg’s rise on the luxury travel map
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Park Hyatt Johannesburg makes TIME’s list of World’s greatest places

South Africa’s luxury hospitality industry has earned new global attention after Park Hyatt Johannesburg was included in TIME’s annual list of the World’s Greatest Places, a closely watched roundup of standout destinations to visit and stay.  Each year, the magazine highlights 100 locations across the world that are shaping travel, from hotels and restaurants to museums, parks and cruise experiences.…

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Isandlwana Lodge, luxury retreat at famous African battlefield, heads to auction in KZN.
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Historic Isandlwana Lodge in South Africa’s KZN heads to auction

One of South Africa’s best-known heritage tourism properties is heading to auction, drawing interest from investors and travelers who follow the country’s historic battlefield destinations. Isandlwana Lodge, a luxury retreat overlooking one of Africa’s most famous battle sites, will go under the hammer later this month in KwaZulu-Natal.  Set on a hillside above the historic battlefield, the lodge forms part…

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Air Seychelles adds Dreamliner, boosting capacity and range for long-haul travel.
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Air Seychelles launches direct Paris flights, strengthening Africa-Europe travel

Air travel between Africa and Europe is set to receive a short-term lift as Air Seychelles prepares to launch nonstop flights linking the Indian Ocean island nation with the French capital. The carrier said the new service to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport will begin March 20, 2026, offering travelers a direct connection between Seychelles and one of Europe’s busiest…

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