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Google Commits $920M Monthly to SpaceX in One of the Largest AI Infrastructure

Google Signs $920 Million-Per-Month AI Infrastructure Deal With SpaceX Ahead of Historic IPO

Google has secured one of the largest artificial intelligence infrastructure agreements ever disclosed, committing to pay SpaceX approximately $920 million per month for AI compute capacity as the technology giant races to satisfy surging demand for its Gemini Enterprise platform.…

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June 6, 2026

News

Ethiopia Wants 80% of Major Infrastructure Projects Handled by Local Firms

Ethiopian construction workers and engineers overseeing a major infrastructure development project as Ethiopia launches plans to increase local contractor participation to 80%.

Ethiopia is making a bold move to transform its construction sector and establish itself as one of Africa’s leading infrastructure development hubs. The government has unveiled a long-term strategy aimed at increasing the share of domestic contractors capable of competing…

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June 6, 2026

News

Tanzania Seeks Russian Investment as Bilateral Trade Reaches Record High

Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan speaks at SPIEF 2026, highlighting investment opportunities for Russian companies in mining, agriculture, energy, healthcare and logistics.

Tanzania has positioned itself as one of Africa’s most attractive destinations for Russian investment, unveiling major opportunities in mining, agriculture, energy, healthcare and logistics as economic ties between the two countries continue to strengthen. Speaking during the 29th St. Petersburg…

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June 5, 2026

Global News

Shakira and Burna Boy Set to Ignite 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony

Shakira, Burna Boy to Headline 2026 FIFA World Cup Opening Ceremony in Mexico

Shakira is set to take center stage once again at football’s biggest event after FIFA confirmed that the Colombian superstar will perform during the opening ceremony of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City. The Grammy-winning singer will perform…

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June 5, 2026

Industry News

AfDB’s $125M Move Could Reshape Africa’s Investment Future

AfDB Becomes Major ATIDI Shareholder in $125M Deal to Unlock Africa’s $4 Trillion Capital Push

The African Development Bank (African Development Bank) has committed $125 million to African Trade and Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI), positioning itself as the largest shareholder in a strategic push to transform how infrastructure and private investment flow across Africa. The…

Published by ttybrandafrica
June 4, 2026

Africa

South Africa’s Record Maize Harvest Sparks Export Boom Across Africa

South Africa is forecast to harvest a record 17.064 million tonnes of maize, creating a significant export surplus for African markets.

South Africa has resumed large-scale maize exports as forecasts point to what could become the largest maize harvest in the country’s history, reinforcing its position as Africa’s leading grain producer and a critical supplier to regional food markets. The latest…

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June 4, 2026

Global News

Larry Ellison Overtakes Google Founders as Oracle’s AI Boom

Oracle founder Larry Ellison has become the world’s second-richest billionaire after Oracle shares soared on AI-driven investor optimism, surpassing Jeff Bezos, Larry Page and Sergey Brin.

Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison has climbed to the position of the world’s second-richest person after a powerful rally in Oracle shares dramatically increased his fortune and reshaped the global billionaire rankings. The 80-year-old technology entrepreneur now holds an estimated net…