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AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS
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Kenya approves gene-edited BXW-resistant banana for field trials as conventional crop
Success could provide a sustainable and cost-effective defence against a pathogen that currently threatens regional banana and plantain production.
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Tanzania expands plant health labs with EU-FAO support for export compliance
The project also includes training programs for plant health professionals, laboratory technicians, and inspectors.
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Nigeria begins construction of 500-bull-per-day modern abattoir in Jos
Project targets jobs, food safety improvements, and expanded meat processing capacity.
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Tongaat Hullett avoids liquidation as IDC, Vision Consortium strike rescue deal
Tongaat Hulett remains in business rescue after a deal between IDC and Vision Consortium averts liquidation and secures funding to stabilize operations.
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Ghana maintains cocoa producer prices for 2026 light crop season
Ghana has retained cocoa prices for the 2026 light crop season while Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire renewed calls for increased local processing and value addition.