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AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS
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Billionaire Mohammed Dewji to invest US$50.4M in Mombasa soft drinks plant
MeTL Group plans to establish a carbonated drinks factory in Mombasa as part of its expansion into Kenya’s beverage, energy and hospitality sectors.
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Cadbury Nigeria appoints Ayman Gaafar as Managing Director
Cadbury Nigeria has named FMCG executive Ayman Gaafar as managing director as the company seeks to strengthen leadership after returning to profitability in 2025.
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Asahi secures regulatory approval for majority stake acquisition in East African Breweries
Asahi has received regulatory exemptions in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda to proceed with its acquisition of a controlling stake in East African Breweries.
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Ethiopian potato sector attracts investment in seed, storage to close yield gap
Comparing Ethiopia’s current potato yields with global commercial production standards reveals a wide gap.
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Tanzania event highlights US$154M IITA investment, showcases agricultural innovations
IITA also supported 60 PhD and 80 MSc students and hosted more than 500 undergraduate students.