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AfCFTA opening new opportunities for continental trade – Minister
The Minister, Industry, Trade, and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, says the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has opened up new areas for trade opportunities. Oduwole said this while receiving the Secretary-General of AfCFTA, Mr. Wamkele Mene, who was on a courtesy visit to his office in Abuja on Thursday. She said that the implementation would stimulate…
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Winter-Proof Your Hair: Master the Seasonal Haircare Routine
As we all get back to work and settle into the routine of the new year, one thing is for sure: your hair needs to look its best to match the season. The colder weather, combined with the dry indoor air from heating, can lead to dry, frizzy, and lackluster hair. The good news? You don’t need to battle the…
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Power International Holding (PIH) completes the acquisition of Mobile Telecom – Service LLP (MTS) from Kazakhtelecom JSC
Power International Holding (PIH), a globally recognized Qatari-based conglomerate, has officially completed the acquisition of a 100% participatory interest in Mobile Telecom-Service LLP (MTS) from Kazakhtelecom JSC. This acquisition follows the initial agreement signed on February 14, 2024, in Doha between PIH, Kazakhtelecom, and the sovereign wealth fund Samruk- Kazyna as well as the signing of the definitive sale and…
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NaFarm Foods Wins the 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Food Category
NaFarm Foods, a pioneering agricultural solutions provider based in Kaduna, Nigeria, has been announced as the winner of the 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Food category. This award recognises the company’s groundbreaking innovation in reducing post-harvest losses, improving food security, and promoting sustainable agricultural practices across Nigeria. NaFarm Foods’ flagship solution, the Hybrid Solar Food Dryer, is designed to…
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OpenMap Development Tanzania Wins the 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Climate Action Category
OpenMap Development Tanzania (OMDTZ), a nonprofit organisation pioneering community-driven climate resilience based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, has been announced as the winner of the 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Climate Action category. This award recognises the organisation’s innovative approach to empowering communities with open data and mapping solutions to address the challenges of climate change. OMDTZ’s flagship initiative…
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Sakafia Islamic Senior High School Wins the 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Global High Schools – Sub-Saharan Africa Category
Sakafia Islamic Senior High School, located in Kumasi, Ghana, has been named the winner of the 2025 Zayed Sustainability Prize in the Global High Schools – Sub-Saharan Africa category. The school was recognised for its pioneering aquaponics project, aimed at addressing food insecurity while promoting sustainable agricultural practices within the school and the wider community. Sakafia Islamic Senior High School’s…
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Zayed Sustainability Prize celebrates innovators driving global progress at 2025 Awards
Today, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, recognised the 2025 winners of the Zayed Sustainability Prize. Celebrating the transformational impact of 11 pioneering organisations and high schools from across the world, the Prize reflects the UAE’s commitment to fostering scalable solutions to global challenges and empowering communities in their pursuit of sustainable prosperity. In…
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MPS Company adds new Fujifilm light production printer to portfolio
MPS Company, which operates from within Ghobash Group’s technology cluster as the specialized Managed Print Services arm of GCG Enterprise Solutions, has announced the addition of a new light production printer to their partner portfolio in the UAE with Fujifilm – Japan’s leading Multi-Function Printer technology pioneers. Transforming office operations through superior technological capabilities, the Fujifilm ApeosPro C750 A3 Color…
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Mastercard reaffirms commitment to Ghana with new office in Accra
Mastercard has expanded its operations in West Africa with the opening of its first office in Accra, Ghana. This strategic milestone underscores Mastercard’s commitment to supporting the country’s growing digital economy by providing innovative financial products and services tailored to the market. The establishment of a physical presence in Ghana further highlights Mastercard’s intent to deepen relationships with stakeholders and…
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Sicuro Group Launches Duty of Care Program, Setting New Standard for Global Employee Safety
Strategic Partnership with AlertMedia Creates Fully-Integrated Corporate Duty of Care Solution Sicuro Group, a global provider of managed corporate duty of care programs, announced today it has integrated AlertMedia to enhance the safety and security of employees worldwide. Through AlertMedia’s threat intelligence and emergency communication platform, Sicuro Group will offer seamless geolocation capabilities via employees’ access badges, mobile devices,…
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Dubai Culture launches ‘Creative Dubai – Navigating Tomorrow’s Creative Landscape’ Report
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has launched the ‘Creative Dubai: Navigating Tomorrow’s Creative Landscape’ report developed in collaboration with DinarStandard, a privately owned growth strategy research and advisory firm empowering organisations for responsible global impact. The report highlights Dubai’s achievements in the cultural and creative industries, the key factors contributing to the city’s cultural vision, and significant data…
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Arzan Wealth Advises on Acquisition of Marks & Spencer Anchor Store at the Centre, Livingston, Scotland
Arzan Wealth (DIFC) Limited (‘Arzan Wealth’), a Dubai-based advisory firm regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority, is pleased to announce that it has successfully advised a client on the acquisition of a modern, purpose-built three-story department store leased to Marks & Spencer PLC. The store serves as the anchor tenant of The Centre, Livingston, one of Scotland’s largest shopping…
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Kyocera Chairman’s Visit Strengthens Ties with Ghobash Group
Ghobash Group warmly welcomed a delegation from their long-term partners at Kyocera in Japan, led by Goro Yamaguchi, Chairman of the Board and Representative Director Kyocera Corporation. The delegation arrived in Dubai to engage in strategic discussions with Ghobash Group’s senior leadership and management, notably comprising Saeed Ahmad Ghobash (Chairman), Rashid Ghobash (Managing Director), Hasan Metla (CEO of Ghobash Group’s Operating…
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Dabur International backs EAGAFEST 2024 to encourage Ayurveda in UAE
Reiterating its commitment towards making Ayurveda a reliable choice for health and well-being across nations; Dabur International, with its 138 years of rich legacy, joined forces with EAGAFEST 2024. Held at Crown Plaza, Deira the Emirates Ayurvedic Graduates Association (EAGA) celebrated and honoured the ancient science of holistic health and balanced living. As pioneers in revolutionizing Ayurvedic products across an array…
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Trident and the Democratic Republic of Congo, Office of the President through National Intelligence Sign Collaboration Agreement (PROTOCOLE D’ACCORD DE COLLABORATION) to Develop and Implement a National E-Government System
Trident Digital Tech Holdings Ltd (“Trident” or the “Company,” NASDAQ: TDTH), a leading catalyst for digital transformation in technology optimization services and Web 3.0 activation based in Singapore, today announced the signing of a landmark collaboration agreement with the Democratic Republic of Congo (the “DRC” or “Republic”), represented by the President of the Republic via the National Intelligence Agency, to…
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Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2025 worth US$250,000 now open for nominations worldwide
Aster DM Healthcare has announced the fourth edition of the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award, inviting nurses worldwide to apply for the prestigious USD 250,000 prize. The award recognizes exceptional contributions to healthcare, celebrating the dedication and impact of nurses across diverse areas of practice. Registered nurses can submit their applications via www.asterguardians.com, showcasing their work in Patient Care, Nursing…
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Hikma acquires the rights to a portfolio of Takeda brands for the MENA region
Hikma Pharmaceuticals PLC (Hikma, Group), the multinational pharmaceutical group, today announces that it has agreed with Takeda Pharmaceuticals International AG (Takeda) to acquire the rights to 17 brands currently licensed to Hikma for select territories in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Through a number of licensing contracts, the latest of which was entered into in 2017, Hikma…
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