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South Africa’s Agriculture Model Can Transform Africa: Wandile Sihlobo

Wandile Sihlobo speaking at Standard Bank’s Africa Unlocked Conference in Cape Town about Africa’s agricultural productivity, food security and regional trade.

Africa cannot become a global agricultural powerhouse without first producing more food at home. That was the central message from Wandile Sihlobo, South Africa’s Presidential Envoy on Agriculture and Land, during Standard Bank’s Africa Unlocked Conference in Cape Town. Speaking…

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July 14, 2026

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Tanzanian Billionaire Offers to Co Invest $100M in Dangote’s Planned Kenya Refinery

Mohammed Dewji discussing investment in Aliko Dangote’s planned Kenya oil refinery.

Mohammed Dewji has pledged up to $100 million toward Aliko Dangote’s proposed refinery project in Kenya, underscoring a growing push by African industrialists to strengthen the continent’s energy independence and manufacturing base. The Tanzanian billionaire and president of MeTL Group…

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July 11, 2026

Global News

Blue Origin Raises $10 Billion in First External Funding Round at $130 Billion Valuation

Blue Origin is raising $10 billion in external funding for the first time in its history. The Jeff Bezos-founded rocket company is targeting a $130 billion valuation in the deal, according to a memo sent to staff. In an email…

Published by ttybrandafrica
July 10, 2026

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Morocco Turns Focus to 2030 FIFA World Cup After Quarter-Final Exit to France

Morocco players applaud supporters after their World Cup quarter-final defeat to France.

Morocco’s latest World Cup journey ended in the quarter-finals on Thursday as France secured a 2–0 victory in Boston. Yet the defeat has done little to diminish the optimism surrounding the Atlas Lions, who now turn their full attention to…

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July 10, 2026

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Lebo & Tebo Ndala Bring ‘Twice As Nice With Love From The Twins’ to The Home Channel

Lebo and Tebo Ndala posing in a modern kitchen during the launch of Twice as Nice – With Love From The Twins on The Home Channel.

The Home Channel is serving up a generous helping of flavour, fun and amazing food when Twice as Nice – With Love From The Twins premieres in Prime Time on Thursday 20 July @6pm. Hosted by rising South African chef…

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July 7, 2026

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UBA Announces Tony Elumelu’s Retirement as Chairman

Tony Elumelu and Emmanuel Nnorom during UBA leadership transition announcement as the bank confirms a new Group Chairman.

Leadership transitions rarely come at a more important time than when an institution stands at the peak of its influence. That is exactly where United Bank for Africa (UBA) finds itself after announcing that its long-serving Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu,…

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July 6, 2026

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Dangote Refinery Surpasses U.S. in Europe Jet Fuel Exports

Dangote Refinery exports jet fuel to Europe as Nigeria overtakes the United States in aviation fuel shipments.

Nigeria’s transformation from one of the world’s largest fuel importers into a significant exporter of refined petroleum products continues to gather momentum. The latest evidence comes from the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, which has overtaken the United States as Europe’s biggest…