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African Diaspora International Film Festival returns to Washington for 19th edition
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The African Diaspora International Film Festival will hold its 19th Washington, D.C. edition Aug. 14-16 at George Washington University, with films from Africa, the Caribbean, Europe and North America focused on human rights, democracy, identity…
AfriVest launches website for Africa digital asset infrastructure
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AfriVest, the Africa programme of DAMREV Group, launched a new website that lays out its digital asset infrastructure, standards, and research library for governments, central banks, cooperatives, and institutions.
New report says agrifood systems can drive millions of African jobs
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A new Malabo Montpellier Panel report argues that Africa’s agrifood systems can absorb a fast-growing youth labor force if governments pair productivity gains with skills, infrastructure and better job quality.
Chery opens Rosslyn plant in South Africa with OMODA and JAECOO rollout
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Chery Auto has officially opened its Rosslyn Plant in Pretoria, marking its shift from importer to local manufacturer in South Africa.
Pocfarmer opens first Bangui office as Africa expansion advances
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Pocfarmer has opened its first local representation in Bangui, marking the company’s latest step in a six-year expansion plan for the Central African Republic and broader Africa.
Afrigen wins GMP certification for Africa’s first end-to-end mRNA facility
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Afrigen Biologics has secured SAHPRA Good Manufacturing Practice certification for its Cape Town mRNA facility, clearing the way for investigational biological products in Phase I and II trials.
Africa PPP 2026 heads to Nairobi with focus on bankable infrastructure
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Africa PPP 2026 will return to Nairobi in November with a push to turn infrastructure plans into financeable projects and delivery partnerships.
Gabriel Environmental Rescue names new CEO and global president in restructuring
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Gabriel Environmental Rescue Inc. said June 26, 2026, that it is reorganizing its leadership to speed U.S. and global expansion.
Port infrastructure market seen reaching $371.5B by 2035
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Market Research Future projects the global port infrastructure market will grow from $237.42 billion in 2026 to $371.50 billion by 2035 as governments fund modernization, trade routes shift, and terminals automate.
Passive authentication market seen reaching $16.34B by 2035
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The passive authentication market is forecast to surge from $2.33 billion in 2025 to $16.34 billion by 2035 as banks, healthcare systems, governments and enterprises move toward frictionless identity verification.
Report says Kenya could shape Africa’s nicotine pouch rules
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A new report says Kenya’s nicotine pouch regulations could influence tobacco harm-reduction policy across East Africa and beyond.
Former NFL player joins Congo’s 2028 presidential race amid minerals, security concerns
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Patrice Majondo Mwamba, a former NFL player and 2023 presidential candidate, has entered the Democratic Republic of Congo’s 2028 race.
LinkShadow, Redington form pan-African cybersecurity distribution deal
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LinkShadow has partnered with Redington to distribute its AI-powered cybersecurity platform across Africa, expanding access for enterprises, governments and critical infrastructure operators.
TMU to host Global Africa Summit Toronto 2026 on trade and investment
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Toronto Metropolitan University’s Diversity Institute and Africa Investment Network will bring business, policy and investment leaders to Toronto on July 30, 2026, for a summit on Canada-Africa trade and commercial ties.
LCR Capital Partners promotes Louis Frost to president
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LCR Capital Partners named Louis Frost president while he continues as chief financial officer, highlighting his role in the firm’s finance, compliance and transaction work.
Optus Bank and M&F Bank agree to merge in $105 million deal
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Optus Financial and M&F Bancorp have signed a definitive merger agreement that would combine two long-running African American-owned banks into the largest such institution in the U.S. The deal, expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026,…
Rolling stock market projected to hit $84.07 billion by 2035
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The global rolling stock market is forecast to grow from $59.68 billion in 2025 to $84.07 billion by 2035, driven by rail electrification, metro expansion and fleet replacement.
String and button envelope market seen reaching $1.68 billion by 2030
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The global string and button envelope market is projected to grow from $1.26 billion in 2025 to $1.68 billion by 2030 as demand rises in education, business and government.
Ammunition market seen reaching $40.34B by 2035
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The global ammunition market is projected to nearly double to $40.34 billion by 2035, driven by defense stockpile replenishment, precision-guided weapons demand and new domestic production capacity.
CTO honors Jacqueline Johnson with Legacy Award
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The Caribbean Tourism Organization presented Jacqueline Johnson with its Legacy Award as the CTO Foundation nears its 30th anniversary.
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