French energy giant, TotalEnergies, has announced a new plan to begin the large-scale production of biofuels using used cooking oil, as part of its broader strategy to promote clean and …
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Zanzibar Lawmakers Push for Strategic Industrial Investments to Unlock Economic Potential
ZANZIBAR – Members of the Zanzibar House of Representatives have called on the government to make industrial development a national priority, urging the establishment of value-added industries that can transform …
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EY Nigeria to Host Roundtable on Boosting Africa’s Development
EY Nigeria has announced a major roundtable discussion that will focus on how private capital can be used to speed up Africa’s development plans. The event, which will hold next …
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Nestlé Appoints Samer Chedid as CEO for Central and West Africa Region
Food and beverage giant, Nestlé, has announced the appointment of Mr Samer Chedid as the new Chief Executive Officer for its Central and West Africa Region (CWAR). The company made …
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Odu’a Investment Unveils Agro Industrial Hub in Ekiti to Boost Youth Jobs and Food Security
Odu’a Investment Company Limited has launched a major agro-industrial initiative in Oke Ako, Ikole Local Government Area of Ekiti State, aimed at increasing agricultural production, empowering youths, and improving the …
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President Cyril Ramaphosa: G7 a Strategic Partner in SA’s Energy Transition
President Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to stronger ties with the Group of Seven (G7), describing the bloc as a strategic ally in key national priorities such as …
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Oil Marketers Seek Cheaper Petrol Imports Amid Rising Prices from Dangote Refinery
Oil marketers in Nigeria have begun talks with international fuel traders to import cheaper Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, as they try to remain in business and …
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Nairobi Stock Market Recovers Slightly After Drop Caused by Israel-Iran Conflict
The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) managed to regain some strength on Thursday, days after it suffered heavy losses due to tensions between Israel and Iran. Investors in Kenya and across …
The Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG), Tayo Aduloju, has expressed concern over the slow pace of digital adoption by electricity distribution companies (DisCos) and government …
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Gabon Commissions €117 Million Water Pumping Station in Libreville
President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema of Gabon and Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB), officially inaugurated a major water pumping station in Libreville’s PK5 district …