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Vertice MedTech investment Africa
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Private capital backs Vertice MedTech to power 7,000 surgeries monthly across Southern Africa

Private capital backs Vertice MedTech to scale healthcare access, enabling 7,000 surgeries monthly across Southern and Sub-Saharan Africa.

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Lesotho bridge lifts water exports to South Africa, boosts supply
Africa development

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 60 percent of the city’s supply comes from the mountain kingdom, tying its future closely to cross-border infrastructure and long-term…

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ISA Dataproof stake sale
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South Africa’s ISA Holdings exits Dataproof stake in $3.7 million deal

ISA Holdings sells 50% Dataproof stake for R62M ($3.7M), unlocking value via buyback as firm sharpens cybersecurity focus and empowerment strategy deal

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

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 to sign production-sharing contracts with BP and Exxon Mobil within the next four to six months. The agreements, if completed,…

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Apple names John Ternus CEO, replacing Tim Cook to drive AI growth
Apple

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. Cook will remain in the role through the summer to support the transition before becoming executive chairman.  The shift comes…

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Morocco commits $8.6B to expand telecoms, boost 5G access nationwide
5G Africa

Morocco commits $8.6 billion to boost telecom sector, expand 5G access

Morocco is ramping up investment in its telecom sector, committing $8.6 billion to expand high-speed internet and roll out 5G, part of a broader push to strengthen its digital economy and attract investment. The plan reflects a wider shift across Africa, where governments are upgrading networks to support growing demand for data, digital services and online business.  The North African country has already made significant progress. More than 10,690 of 10,740 targeted areas are now covered by 2G, 3G and…

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Defense Startup

Nigeria’s Terra Industries to open Africa’s largest drone factory in Ghana

Terra Industries, Nigeria’s defense tech startup, is building Africa’s largest drone factory in Accra, Ghana after raising $34 million.

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South Africa power dispute deepens as Eskom faces pressure over grid control shift
Eskom

Eskom urged to shift grid control to NTCSA amid South Africa power strain

South Africa’s power sector is under fresh strain as tensions rise between Eskom and independent power producers, sharpening concerns about grid access, energy security and the pace of renewable energy investment.  A recent court ruling has brought the issue into sharper focus, raising questions about how scarce grid capacity is shared in one of Africa’s tightest electricity markets. Demand for solar, wind and battery storage projects is growing, but limited transmission capacity is slowing new connections.  For investors, the dispute…

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Angola seeks AfDB loan as oil supports growth amid debt pressure
AfDB loan

Angola seeks AfDB support as oil cushions impact of global shocks

Angola is seeking fresh support from the African Development Bank as it works to steady its finances in a volatile global environment, even as stronger oil prices offer some relief.  The government is in talks for a $165 million budget support loan, part of a wider plan to raise about $1 billion from external sources this year. Officials say the funding will help cushion vulnerable households from the effects of the Middle East conflict while keeping spending on track.  Finance…

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