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IFC, German partner to strengthen supply chains for smallholder farmers in Africa with launch od US$25m program
AFRICA – IFC and BMZ, the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development, have launched a new program that will leverage greater private sector investments…
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Ugandan Yo Kuku chicken brand owner to bag US$7m from IFC to spearhead expansion plan
UGANDA – HMH Rainbow Ltd, a producer of fresh and frozen chicken in East Africa under the brand name Yo Kuku, is eyeing financial backing…
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IFC, Madagascar partner to develop insurance to protect smallholder farmers from risks
MADAGASCAR – Malagasy farmers stand to build stronger climate resilience, increase productivity, and easily access financial services thanks to an agricultural insurance program announced by…
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IFC, FMO to back Tunisian olive oil producer CHO Company with US$14m financing
TUNISIA – One of Tunisia’s largest olive oil producers, CHO Company is eyeing €12 million (US$14.4m) long-term financing facility from the International Finance Corporation (IFC)and…
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Naivas, Cleanshelf open new branches in Nakuru, take over spaces of struggling Tuskys, Ukwala
KENYA – IFC backed Kenyan retailer Naivas Supermarket has opened its fourth store in Nakuru town, as local chain Cleanshelf opens its inaugural store in…