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Investor Interest in Solar Capacity Grows Amid Transmission Challenges in Botswana

Investor interest in over 5 gigawatts of solar capacity in Botswana is rising, but progress is hindered by inadequate transmission infrastructure. The government is working on necessary regulatory frameworks and infrastructure development to facilitate electricity generation and export.

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Gambian Honorary Consul Receives Pushkin Medal from Russian President

Momodou Lamin Manga, the Honorary Consul of Russia in The Gambia, received the Pushkin Medal from President Vladimir Putin for his contributions to culture and strengthening ties between The Gambia and Russia during a ceremony at the Kremlin on the Day of National Unity.

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Equity Group Reports Significant Profit Increase Amid Rising Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Equity Group Holdings PLC reported a profit after tax of KSh75.5bn, a 55 per cent increase, alongside a 19 per cent rise in greenhouse gas emissions to 39,605 tonnes CO2e in 2025, attributed to business expansion and improved data capture.

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Gabon Pursues Partnerships with China in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence

Gabon is seeking partnerships with China to advance its robotics and artificial intelligence sectors, focusing on healthcare, public services, and security. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema's visit to Shanghai emphasized technology transfer and training as Gabon develops its national AI strategy.

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South Africa

Gauteng Government Pledges to Develop Five Specialized Schools Annually for a Brighter Future!

Discover how the Gauteng government is enhancing educational opportunities by committing to the construction of five schools of specialisation annually. This initiative aims to equip learners with essential skills for the digital age.

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Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe’s President Praises Homegrown Vehicles: A Step Towards Sustainable Innovation and Economic Growth

Discover the latest updates on Zimbabwean President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa's experience with BYD electric vehicles.

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Rwanda

Empowering Futures: Introducing Impamba—A New Educational Savings Account with Life Insurance Benefits from Equity Bank Rwanda and SanlamAllianz!

Discover insights from the launch event featuring Jean Chrysostome Hodari, CEO of SanlamAllianz Life Insurance Rwanda, and Hannington Namara, Managing Director of Equity Bank Rwanda, on August..

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Mauritania

German Ambassador Meets with Economic Minister for Strategic Discussions

On August 29, 2024, the Minister of Economy and Finance, Mr. Sid’Ahmed Ould Bouh, met with HE Florian Rendel, the German Ambassador to Mauritania, in Nouakchott.

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