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Irrigation Min Stresses Importance Of Technical Cooperation Among African Countries in Water Field
Egypt Independent
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July 9, 2025
Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation Hani Sewilam reaffirmed Egypt’s continued commitment to strengthening African unity, fostering cooperation and exchanging technical expertise among African nations in the field of water resources...
Ethiopia Pushes for Greater Global Commitment As Africa Prepares for Crucial Climate Talks
Ethiopian News Agency
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Addis Ababa, July 9, 2025 (ENA)— Ethiopia’s Minister of Planning and Development, Fitsum Assefa, today urged the international community to align its actions with Africa’s bold climate ambitions by providing concrete financial resources,...
Indonesia, Japan Launch Trade Training for African Countries
Tempo.co
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July 9, 2025
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Indonesian government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with Global South countries through a training program titled South-South and Triangular Cooperation (SSTC) on Trade and Investment...
Russia eyes deeper trade ties with Africa Export center
California Telegraph
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Officials in Moscow have urged diversification beyond wheat and oil Africa is becoming an increasingly important market for Russian exporters, offering vast untapped potential for trade expansion and investment, vice president of the Russian...
Ukraine is working to expand cooperation with African countries in agriculture, education, digitalization, and IT
The Odessa Journal
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Deputy Head of the Office of the President Ihor Brusylo held an online meeting with heads of Ukrainian diplomatic missions in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Mozambique, Botswana, and Mauritania. Representatives...
SA’s agricultural exports reach US$3,36 billion
George Herald
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July 9, 2025
The Minister said biosecurity is no longer a technical matter, but an economic and national imperative. Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen. Photo: Facebook AGRICULTURE NEWS - For the first quarter of 2025, South Africa’s agricultural exports...
Farm Babe: Does a long shelf life mean food is bad for me?
AGDAILY - Michigan
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July 8, 2025
All food has expiration dates and some are longer than others. This can be a good thing. Maybe you’ve been busy and had no time to go grocery shopping in the past week, but chances are when you get home at the end of a long day you can find...
Blow to SA agricultural exports as US imposes 30% tariff
Food For Mzansi
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July 9, 2025
From 1 August, the United States will impose a 30% tariff on all products exported from South Africa — a move that has sparked concern across the country’s agricultural sector. Industry leaders are calling for proactive and collaborative efforts...
Three stories that reflect prosperous China-Africa economic, trade cooperation
People's Daily Online
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During the 4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE) in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, three compelling stories highlighted the growing strength of China-Africa economic ties. An exhibitor (R) introduces African products to...
Study reveals water hazard in S-African schools
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) A South African environmental group has discovered that 43% of schools involved in a recent water testing project found their water samples contaminated with harmful bacteria, according to findings released on Wednesday. Statistics South...
Algeria Deepens Trade Ties With Other African Countries As It Gears Up For Africa's Biggest Marketplace
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) Algeria is working towards increasing its share of trade with other African countries by tapping into opportunities created by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). In a keynote address during the Algeria...
Russia sees Africa as great coal shipments market
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia sees Africa as a promising market for its coal exports, potentially becoming the third-largest destination after China and India, according to Deputy Energy Minister Dmitry Islamov in a TASS interview. With Africa’s population...
(Hello Africa) Kenyan visitors flock to Chinese products at annual trade expo
Tuscaloosa Times - Alabama
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Over 100 exhibitors, including more than 80 from China, are showcasing their products at the 10th edition of China Trade Week, which runs from Tuesday to Thursday, in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi. NAIROBI, July 9 (Xinhua) -- Braving the chilly...
South Africa seeks US trade deal after Trump’s 30% citrus tariff
The Sun Daily
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July 9, 2025
JOHANNESBURG: South Africa will push for a trade agreement with the United States following the announcement of a 30% tariff on its citrus exports by former President Donald Trump. The new duty, set to take effect on August 1, could severely...
A&B renews call for stronger air connectivity between Africa and the Caribbean
The Antigua Observer
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July 9, 2025
- Advertisement - The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has renewed its call for the establishment of direct air links between the Caribbean and the African continent, urging fellow CARICOM member states to collectively support this transformative...
Phatisa exits Deltamune through sale to Vaxxinova
WATT Poultry - Illinois
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July 9, 2025
Strategic growth and market expansion: Vaxxinova will accelerate growth by leveraging Deltamune’s customer base and complementary product registrations. Driving impact through operational excellence: Phatisa’s investment strengthened Deltamune’s...
Entrepreneur and farmer Miriam Rose takes 2025 Mrs Universe Ja crown
The Gleaner
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July 9, 2025
“I was very ecstatic! It was a breathtaking and awesome moment.” That’s how Miriam Rose, newly crowned Mrs Universe Jamaica 2025, described hearing her name called during Saturday’s coronation at the AC Hotel Kingston. The 47-year-old entrepreneur...
FUCHS LUBRICANTS powers South Africa’s agricultural machines
Cape Business News
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July 9, 2025
IN the business of agriculture, uptime is everything. From the tractor starting at dawn to the combine harvester wrapping up at dusk, the machinery demand is relentless. At the heart of these machines are a variety of lubricants that ensure...
Lagos, Sterling One Foundation Hold Africa Social Impact Summit
Leadership
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July 9, 2025
Lagos State Government and Sterling One Foundation have announced the organisation of this year’s edition of Invest Lagos 2.0 holding on Wednesday 9th July as a pre-event for the Africa Social Impact Summit (ASIS) starting on Thursday 10th through...
China's market regulator promotes agricultural standardization in Zambia to deepen Sino-African ties
China Daily
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Chinese and Zambian personnel pose in front of harvested crops, showcasing the achievements and friendship from the cooperation. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] China's top market regulator stepped up its efforts to promote agricultural...