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Sugar & Confectionery
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Oman nears launch of first sugar refinery at Sohar Port to boost local production
The new Sohar refinery will mark Oman’s entry into domestic sugar production, aiming to reduce dependence on imports.
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Unilever reaffirms Magnum ice cream demerger for 2025 despite US government shutdown delay
Unilever confirms plans to finalize the Magnum Ice Cream Company demerger in 2025, aligning with its portfolio reshaping and growth strategy.
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Kenya to retain 80% of workers as state sugar mills transition to private management
The government pledges job security and improved efficiency as private investors take over operations of struggling State-owned sugar mills.
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Sucro completes share swap with Amerikoa and MB Companies
The transaction strengthens Sucro’s U.S. distribution network and consolidates full ownership of Sweet Life Services.
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Kenya’s CS Kagwe defends 4% sugar development levy to boost sector growth
Agriculture ministry insists levy is essential to fund cane development, factory upgrades, and research despite industry pushback.