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Kenya Airways taps Branchspace to push into modern airline retailing
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Kenya Airways has selected Branchspace to support Project Kifaru, a digital commerce overhaul aimed at making the airline a true retailer from day one. The move is designed to improve customer experience, raise direct sales and ancillary revenue,…
ECOBLOX pitches sovereign AI infrastructure to African leaders in Mauritius
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ECOBLOX used a private SingularityNET summit in Mauritius on September 18, 2026, to argue that African nations should build domestic AI compute instead of relying on overseas data centers.
Proposed R21.8 billion Omnia deal could shift South African industrial ownership
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Solar SA Investments has proposed an all-cash R21.8 billion takeover of Omnia Holdings at R134.50 a share, a deal that would move the industrial group into Indian ownership and likely delist it from the JSE and A2X if approved.
Qingong expands Sinotruk distribution reach across Africa and Southeast Asia
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JINAN QINGONG INTERNATIONAL TRADE CO.,LTD. says its Sinotruk-focused network now spans Jinan plus subsidiaries in Tanzania, Indonesia, Zambia and Laos, aimed at matching trucks to local operating conditions and compliance needs.
Hannele Niemi book argues Africa needs education for the future of work
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Dr. Hannele Niemi’s new open-access book says Africa’s long-term growth depends on stronger education, technology adoption and workforce development as AI and industrial change reshape work.
HR Tech MENA 2026 pushes AI in HR from idea to execution
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The 12th Annual HR Tech MENA Summit in Dubai drew 400 HR and tech leaders from across the GCC for two days focused on AI adoption, human judgment and measurable execution.
African agrivoltaics push expands in Kigali
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The African Agrivoltaics Platform Initiative used a Kigali reception to rally policymakers, investors and researchers around using solar-plus-farming systems to improve food, energy and water security across Africa.
Flip chip technology market seen reaching $46.33B by 2030
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The flip chip technology market is projected to grow from $32.86 billion in 2026 to $46.33 billion by 2030, driven by 5G buildouts, AI workloads and higher-performance semiconductor packaging needs.
Assistive technology market for students with learning disabilities heads toward $4.4B by 2030
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The market for assistive technology used by students with learning disabilities is forecast to grow from $2.74 billion in 2025 to $4.4 billion by 2030, according to The Business Research Company.
Fence removal helps elephants range farther and stress less in South Africa
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A peer-reviewed study at Kariega Game Reserve in South Africa found that removing an internal fence improved elephant behavior, lowered stress and did not increase vegetation damage.
TX Solar pitches off-grid street lights for Africa and Southeast Asia
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Yangzhou Tianxiang Road Lamp Equipment Co., Ltd. is promoting solar street lighting systems for remote communities across Africa and Southeast Asia, where grid extension is costly and slow.
IADA sees strong demand and tight supply in preowned aircraft market
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The International Aircraft Dealers Association says the global preowned business aircraft market remains strong heading into 2027, driven by tight supply, steady demand and long new-aircraft backlogs.
Writers of the Future Volume 42 wins NYC Big Book Award for best anthology
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The NYC Big Book Award named L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 42 the winner in its Anthology category, recognizing 12 original speculative fiction stories and illustrations by emerging writers and artists.
Hybrid electric vehicles market seen reaching $191.9 billion by 2030
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The hybrid electric vehicles market is projected to grow from $94.21 billion in 2025 to $191.9 billion by 2030, according to The Business Research Company.
Capella Sydney wins ULTRAs hotel of the year as London hosts luxury travel awards
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The ULTRAs named top hotels, airlines and travel brands at the Tower of London on Oct. 1, with Capella Sydney taking hotel of the year and Emirates again winning best airline in the world.
IPD names Wian Coetzee senior regional manager for Africa and Australia
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IPD has appointed Wian Coetzee as senior regional manager, effective Aug. 31, to support customers and distributor partners across Africa and Australia.
Industrial solvents market set to top $51.29B by 2030
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The global industrial solvents market is forecast to rise from $37.67 billion in 2025 to $40.2 billion in 2026, then reach $51.29 billion by 2030, driven by paints and coatings, industrial cleaning, pharmaceuticals and greener solvent demand….
Heikki Technology targets African grid stability with wholesale extension sockets
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Heikki Technology is pitching wholesale extension sockets built for volatile African power conditions, with surge protection, multi-standard outlets and OEM/ODM customization for importers and distributors.
Heikki Technology touts global sourcing guide for multi plug extension sockets
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Heikki Technology has published a sourcing guide aimed at importers, retailers, and procurement teams evaluating multi plug extension socket suppliers across global markets.
Heikki Technology touts global push for safer multi-plug extension sockets
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Heikki Technology says its Jiangmen, China manufacturing base is built to meet international power safety benchmarks with multi-plug extension sockets designed for export markets.
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