AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS
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Guala Closures completes acquisition of Metal Crowns in East Africa
The acquisition expands Guala Closures’ manufacturing and distribution footprint across Kenya, Tanzania and Burundi, strengthening its presence in East Africa’s beverage packaging market.
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Johnvents cocoa processing capacity rises to 82% in H1 2026
The Nigerian agribusiness group increased cocoa processing and highlighted its export exposure, working-capital cycle and commercial paper programme during an investor facility tour.
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Port of Mombasa handles first Rwanda fuel cargo under new framework
Under the framework, the Port of Mombasa is expected to handle three oil tankers carrying petroleum products for Rwanda each month.
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HMM to launch Mombasa-India service with 2,500 TEU vessel
Managing Director Capt. William Ruto welcomed the new service, saying it affirms the Port of Mombasa’s growing reputation as a regional hub.
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Dangote’s US$17B refinery project breaks ground in Lamu with 700,000 bpd capacity
Lamu Port serves as the refinery’s logistics anchor, providing the maritime gateway for crude oil imports and refined product exports.