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Nigerian farmers working on farmland as agritech startups struggle to solve real farming problems in Nigeria.

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Why 90% of Nigerian Agritech Startups Fail Despite Millions in Funding

Nigeria’s agritech sector has attracted millions of dollars in recent years, yet most startups in the industry disappear before they gain lasting traction. While investors continue to back farming technology, the reality on the ground tells a different story. For…

Published by ttybrandafrica
May 3, 2026

AkoFresh mobile cold storage trailer launched in Ghana to reduce post-harvest crop losses for farmers.

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Ghana Deploys Mobile Cold Storage Trailer to Cut Post-Harvest Losses and Boost Farmer Income

Ghana has taken another bold step in agricultural innovation as agritech company AkoFresh launched a mobile cold storage trailer designed to reduce post-harvest losses and improve farmer earnings. The new solution targets remote and underserved farming communities where access to…

Published by ttybrandafrica
May 3, 2026

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South Africa Secures $1 Billion Bioethanol Investment to Boost Agriculture, Jobs and Rural Economy

South Africa has secured a landmark $1 billion (R17 billion) investment that is set to reshape its agricultural and energy sectors. The deal, driven by global agribusiness giant UPL, signals renewed investor confidence in the country’s rural economy and infrastructure…

Published by ttybrandafrica
April 3, 2026

Bongeka Vilakazi’s Poultry Success: Ndwedwe Farmer Grows Broiler Business from 100 to 3,000 Chickens

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Bongeka’s backyard business grows from 100 to 3000 broilers.

Entrepreneurship runs deep in Bongeka Vilakazi’s story. The founder of Asandanathi Poultry Farm Pty Ltd has transformed a small backyard poultry project into a growing broiler production enterprise in Ndwedwe, KwaZulu-Natal. What began with about 100 chickens now produces more…

Published by ttybrandafrica
March 14, 2026

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China Tariff Cuts to Boost South Africa Apple and Pear Exports as CAEPA Deal Unlocks Duty-Free Access

China’s decision to phase out import tariffs on South African apples and pears is set to transform the country’s fruit export industry, with early signs already pointing to strong growth in trade volumes. Following the signing of the Comprehensive Economic…

Published by ttybrandafrica
February 22, 2026

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South Africa Breaks Into China’s $200bn Fruit Market With First-Ever Stone Fruit Shipment

South Africa has officially entered China’s $200 billion agricultural import market after dispatching its first major stone fruit shipment to the Asian giant. The move marks a significant trade milestone and strengthens South Africa’s push to expand agricultural exports into…

Published by ttybrandafrica
February 21, 2026

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AFCON 2025 Boosts Morocco Economy as Visitor Spending Jumps 190%, Generates €1.5bn Revenue

Morocco’s economy received a powerful boost during AFCON 2025, as visitor spending surged by 190% compared to the previous year, according to new figures released by Visa. The data, which covered the tournament period from December 21, 2025, to January…

Published by ttybrandafrica
February 17, 2026

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Africa Holds $29.5 Trillion in Minerals but Loses Billions Without Industrial Processing—AFC

Africa controls an estimated US$29.5 trillion in mine-site mineral value, representing nearly 20 percent of global mineral wealth. Yet the continent captures only a small share of the economic value tied to this endowment, according to a new study released…

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Where to Start a Business in Africa in 2026: Top Countries for Startups and Investors

Africa’s business environment is undergoing a major transformation as governments introduce investor-friendly reforms, digital infrastructure expands, and startup funding continues to rise across the continent. In 2026, several African countries are emerging as leading destinations for entrepreneurs and foreign investors…

Published by ttybrandafrica
January 25, 2026

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Ethiopia Moves to Print Its Own Currency in Major Economic Shift

Ethiopia is preparing to print its own currency in a major policy shift aimed at strengthening economic sovereignty and reducing reliance on foreign banknote producers. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) announced the plan on Thursday at the Finance Forward Ethiopia…

Published by ttybrandafrica
January 19, 2026