Sugar & Confectionery
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Zevia appoints Alexandre Ruberti as CEO
Zevia has named industry veteran Alexandre Ruberti as CEO, signaling a leadership shift aimed at accelerating growth and strengthening profitability.
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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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ITC’s Fabelle launches 64% Ghana cocoa dark chocolate range
Fabelle expands its premium chocolate portfolio with a 64% dark cocoa range made from Ghana origin cocoa, targeting rising demand for richer, transparent, and lower-sugar indulgence options.
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Kenya MPs probe 27,000-tonne Kibos sugar import over safety, clearance and distribution concerns
Kenyan lawmakers have suspended processing of a 27,000-tonne sugar consignment by Kibos Sugar, citing safety concerns, missing documentation and irregular movement between key storage facilities.
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Nigeria’s ACCI urges suspension of proposed sugar-sweetened beverage tax
Business leaders call for wider consultations and a sugar-content-based tax system as concerns mount over the economic impact of Nigeria’s proposed beverage levy.