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Science market set to nearly double by 2030 as R&D spending rises
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The global science market is entering a high-growth phase, with revenue projected to climb from $1.68 billion in 2025 to $3.72 billion by 2030, according to The Business Research Company.
AITEC World sets London and Addis events to push African tourism integration
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AITEC World has announced two global tourism gatherings for late 2026 in London and Addis Ababa, framing them as a push for more African travel, investment and trade.
Service billing market seen hitting $8.08 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global service billing market will grow from $4.27 billion in 2026 to $8.08 billion by 2030, driven by subscription billing, usage-based pricing and tighter tax compliance needs.
Time over fiber market seen reaching $0.6 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global time over fiber market is on track to grow from $0.41 billion in 2026 to $0.6 billion by 2030, driven by smart grids, 5G and 6G, and ultra-low-latency systems.
Video market seen reaching $273.22 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company projects the global video market will rise from $218.64 billion in 2026 to $273.22 billion by 2030, driven by subscription streaming, short-form content and connected TV growth.
WHX returns to Johannesburg as medtech rivals target South Africa market
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World Health Expo returns to Johannesburg Oct. 6-8, 2026, as global medical technology companies compete for a South African medical device market valued at R18.4 billion.
Embedded finance market seen hitting $1.17T by 2035
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The global embedded finance market is projected to grow from $202.8 billion in 2026 to $1.17 trillion by 2035, as non-financial brands add payments, lending, insurance and other financial products inside their apps and platforms.
Global Youth ESG investing challenge grows with GRI and ChinaAMC partnerships
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The 2026 Global Youth Sustainability & ESG Investing Challenge has drawn more than 2,000 participants from over 400 universities worldwide since registration opened in June. New partnerships with GRI and ChinaAMC are expanding ESG education and…
Androco Minerals buys 29% stake in South Africa chrome project
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Androco Minerals has acquired a 29% interest in the Chapani Chrome Project in South Africa’s Bushveld Complex, giving the Dubai-based trader an entry into chrome mining and a development asset with historical resources and existing rights.
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…
Call Sheet Media acquires African-inspired fantasy screenplay 'The Embers of Aerthos'
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Call Sheet Media has acquired Donnell D. Pannell’s historical fantasy screenplay ‘The Embers of Aerthos,’ a project now entering development with a focus on an African-inspired world of kingdoms, mythology and war. The move adds an original…
Greenpeace warns of rising human toll from North Africa wildfires
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Greenpeace Middle East and North Africa says deadly fires in Algeria, Tunisia and Morocco show how climate change is intensifying wildfire risk across the region.
AfriCanada Expo 2026 ends in Edmonton with investment leads and new trade platforms
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Canada’s first Africa-Canada trade expo wrapped in Edmonton after drawing 100 delegates from 10 countries, launching three trade platforms and prompting formal investment interest in Alberta.
Africa PPP 2026 heads to Nairobi with focus on bankable infrastructure
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Africa PPP 2026 will return to Nairobi in November with a push to turn infrastructure plans into financeable projects and delivery partnerships.
Azilen wins CX award for agentic AI banking vision
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Azilen Technologies unveiled an Agentic AI banking model at FINNOVEX South Africa 2026 in Johannesburg and won an award for customer experience enhancement.
BASF South Africa unveils STEM school upgrade for 60th anniversary
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BASF South Africa marked 60 years in the country on Mandela Day by launching a phased STEM education legacy project at Sandringham High School in Johannesburg.
unconnected.org and Q-KON team up on satellite internet for remote African communities
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unconnected.org and Q-KON announced a partnership July 23, 2026, to bring satellite connectivity to off-grid communities, schools, clinics and economic hubs across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Queue Associates launches Africa unit in Nairobi
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Queue Associates has opened Queue Associates Worldwide Solutions Africa Ltd in Nairobi to expand Microsoft-based enterprise services across Kenya and the wider African market.
Optus Bank and M&F Bank plan merger to create largest Black-owned U.S. bank
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Optus Financial Corporation and M&F Bancorp said July 22 they have agreed to merge their banks, creating what they describe as the largest African American-owned financial institution in the United States.
Personal finance education market seen reaching $4.55 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global personal finance education market will grow from $2.79 billion in 2025 to $3.07 billion in 2026, then climb to $4.55 billion by 2030. The report points to rising debt, digital learning tools and…
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