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Breast Cancer Costs Seven African Economies Over $10 Billion in Productivity Loss, Study Finds

Breast cancer has cost seven African economies more than $10 billion in lost productivity, according to new research unveiled during Africa Press Day 2026 held in Nairobi. The findings highlight the growing economic burden of cancer across the continent and…

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March 14, 2026

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Zimbabwe Prepares for Rugby World Cup 2027 as President Emmerson Mnangagwa Meets Rugby Africa President Herbert Mensah

Zimbabwe has intensified preparations for the upcoming global rugby showdown after Herbert Mensah met with Emmerson Mnangagwa at State House to discuss the nation’s strategy for the Rugby World Cup 2027. The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation between government institutions…

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March 14, 2026

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Guinea Targets Frontier Oil & Power Investment as Minister Aboubacar Camara Heads to IAE 2026 Energy Forum in Paris.

Guinea is positioning itself as one of West Africa’s most promising frontier energy destinations as the government prepares to showcase new oil, gas and power investment opportunities at the upcoming Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum 2026 in Paris. At…

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Ghana Print Industry Growth: Retail Boom and Advertising Demand Drive Investment in Advanced Printing Technology.

Ghana’s printing and visual communications industry is entering a strong expansion phase as retail growth, urban development, and advertising demand accelerate investment in modern production technology. Companies across the sector now focus on faster turnaround times, improved durability, and more…

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March 13, 2026

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African Agtech Funding Drops 20% in 2025 to Under $170M as Investors Shift to Debt and Grants

African agtech funding dropped sharply in 2025 as investor caution deepened across the continent’s startup ecosystem. Total investment fell by nearly 20%, slipping to under $170 million while the number of deals declined by about 10%. The downturn signals a…

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March 13, 2026

Johann Rupert sells $296M worth of FirstRand shares as Remgro accelerates portfolio reshuffle.

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South Africa’s Richest Man Johann Rupert Sells $296M Stake in FirstRand Bank

South Africa’s richest man, Johann Rupert, has sold a major stake in one of Africa’s largest banks, FirstRand, through his investment company, Remgro. The firm disposed of 52 million shares, raising approximately R4.88 billion ($296 million). The sale forms part…

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March 12, 2026

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How M-Pesa Became the Quiet Engine Powering Tanzania’s Digital Economy

Large infrastructure projects often dominate economic headlines. Governments build ports, highways, industrial parks, and power plants to stimulate growth. These developments are visible and easy to measure. However, another force is quietly transforming Tanzania’s economy. It does not rely on…

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March 12, 2026

The Basin That Produced 40% of the World’s Gold

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How South Africa’s 3-Billion-Year-Old Gold Deposits Built Johannesburg and Produced 40% of the World’s Gold

Deep beneath the surface of Johannesburg lies one of the most extraordinary geological treasures ever discovered. The Witwatersrand Basin in South Africa contains the largest concentration of gold on Earth and has produced roughly 40 percent of all the gold…

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March 12, 2026

HOWO truck assembly plant in Tanzania supported by Sinotruk and China industrial partnership

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China Deepens Support for Tanzania Industrial Growth as HOWO Truck Assembly Plant Expands

China has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Tanzania’s industrial growth as economic cooperation between the two countries expands across manufacturing, technology transfer and workforce development. The renewed pledge followed a recent visit by China’s ambassador to Tanzania, Chen Mingjian, to…

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March 12, 2026

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US Rare Earth Crisis Deepens as Africa’s Botswana, South Africa and DRC Minerals Gain Strategic Importance

Africa’s vast mineral wealth is drawing global attention after reports suggested that the United States has only about two months of rare earth elements remaining in its defence stockpile. The development is raising concerns in Washington as geopolitical tensions intensify…

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March 12, 2026