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Namibia’s agriculture sector contracts in 2025
Namibia’s primary industries are set for a mixed year in 2025, with deep losses in agriculture contrasting with a strong…
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Ethiopia’s new Specialty Coffee Association to drive higher-grade exports
Ethiopia’s coffee industry is stepping up efforts to expand the production of higher-grade beans. The new Specialty Coffee Association of…
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Ghana to invest US$500 million to boost its palm oil industry
Ghana plans to invest US$500 million to boost its palm oil industry and reduce dependence on imports. The government disclosed…
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Avenews, KMC, and KLMC launch KSh 2.5 billion trade-financing model to transform Kenya’s livestock sector
In a bold step to modernise one of Kenya’s most valuable yet underserved industries, Avenews, in partnership with the Kenya…
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DR Congo launches US$32 million COPIL to oversee projects in Songololo
The Ministry of Agriculture launched a Steering Committee (COPIL) to oversee two agricultural projects in Songololo, Kongo Central province, with…
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Tiger Brands plans to complete its Cameroon exit by mid-2026
South African consumer goods group Tiger Brands Ltd. expects to finalise its exit from Cameroon by the first half of…
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Zimbabwe’s wheat harvest hits record 639,942 tons, up 13% YoY
Zimbabwe’s wheat harvest for the 2024/2025 season reached a record 639,942 tons, according to figures from the Agricultural and Rural…
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Loxworth Capital secures US$17 million financing facility for its Namibian unit
Loxworth Capital has secured a €15 million (about US$17.3 million) financing facility for its Namibian subsidiary, Namibia Berries, which specialises…
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