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Soccer Laduma launches betting hub for South African football fans
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Soccer Laduma has launched a dedicated betting section aimed at South African football fans, adding weekly tips, World Cup previews and bookmaker reviews to its football coverage.
Chery opens Rosslyn plant in South Africa with OMODA and JAECOO rollout
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Chery Auto has officially opened its Rosslyn Plant in Pretoria, marking its shift from importer to local manufacturer in South Africa.
King Dr. Ruben M. West named among top 100 international leaders
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The International College of Peace Studies in Nairobi has recognized HRH King Dr. Ruben Maurice West of the United States for humanitarian service, peacebuilding and diplomatic work across multiple regions.
Brand South Africa mixer ties Atlanta and Africa ahead of 2026 World Cup
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Brand South Africa drew more than 200 guests to Hotel Phoenix in Atlanta for a networking mixer centered on Pan-African culture, commerce, and diaspora connections ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The event highlighted growing links between…
Spondula launches mobile apps and targets 1 million users
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Spondula has released iOS and Android apps and appointed Regional Operators in South Africa and Nigeria as it pushes into its next growth phase.
OCFO Connects UK and South African Business Leaders at London Tech Week
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Outsourced CFO joined the South African delegation at London Tech Week 2026 and hosted a business lunch in London to build ties between UK and South African founders, investors and business leaders.
Chancen International targets 60,000 students with fair financing model
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Chancen International plans to expand its outcomes-based education financing model across Africa, aiming to reach 60,000 students and deploy $130 million by 2029. The Rwanda-based social enterprise says its repayment rate is above 95% after…
Desmond Tutu documentary opens FIFDA Paris with a focus on justice and forgiveness
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Karen Hayes’ documentary The Foolishness of God will open the 16th Festival International des Films de la Diaspora Africaine in Paris on Sept. 4, 2026, with a post-screening discussion and reception.
Global Africa Summit heads to Charlotte with $150M deal room
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Global Africa Summit Charlotte runs Sept. 8-10 at The Westin Charlotte, bringing leaders from business, government, finance and technology together to push trade and investment ties between the U.S., Africa and global markets.
India carpet tiles market seen tripling by 2035
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India’s carpet tiles market is forecast to rise from $1.26 billion in 2026 to $3.02 billion by 2035, driven by commercial real estate growth, modular flooring adoption and sustainability demand.
Worldreader launches first-ever All Families Reading Challenge
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Worldreader has launched a month-long global reading campaign for families with young children as part of International Literacy Month.
Speed International Logistics expands multimodal network for global supply chains
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Speed International Logistics says it is expanding its air, ocean, railway and express freight network as cross-border trade grows more complex.
OCFO expands UK focus as international growth continues
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Outsourced CFO is sharpening its push in the United Kingdom as the global financial consulting firm looks to deepen support for businesses in a key market.
Botulinum toxin market seen reaching $32.48 billion by 2035
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Market Research Future projects the global botulinum toxin market will grow from $13.5 billion in 2025 to $32.48 billion by 2035, driven by reimbursed therapeutic uses, rising aesthetic procedures and ready-to-use liquid formulations.
Auto loan market seen doubling to $4.32 trillion by 2035
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The global auto loan market is projected to rise from $1.94 trillion in 2025 to $4.32 trillion by 2035, driven by vehicle ownership demand, EV adoption and faster digital lending.
Brazilian machinery makers generate US$5.24 million at Expoplast 2026 in Lima
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Nine Brazilian companies at Expoplast 2026 in Lima closed and projected US$5.24 million in business, including US$1.18 million during the fair itself.
22Bet names Stephen Appiah global ambassador
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22Bet has added Ghana football legend Stephen Appiah to its African Football Network, expanding a partnership built around football, responsible gambling and social impact.
AURA taps Google Maps Platform to sharpen emergency response routing
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AURA is rolling out Google Maps Platform across its responder apps, customer apps and dispatch systems in South Africa, Kenya, the UK and the U.S. The integration is meant to improve route accuracy, ETA precision and live traffic intelligence for…
AACUC names 2026-2027 executive committee and board
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The African-American Credit Union Coalition announced its 2026-2027 executive committee and national board on August 31, 2026. The leadership slate brings together credit union executives across the U.S. as AACUC pushes its diversity and…
Ecolint names Nicolas Péjout as director general
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Ecolint has appointed Nicolas Péjout as director general after an international search, with the role taking effect at the end of August 2026. The Geneva-based international school says his background in higher education, public service and…
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