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Minister of Communications praises ShaQ Express, hails local innovation during visit
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The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has carried out a thorough familiarization tour at the premises of ShaQ Express in Accra. The logistics firm, established in Ghana amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, demonstrated its services such as electric delivery bikes along with custom-developed logistics software. These tools aid Ghana’s digital…
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Republic Bank Boosts Pledge to Empower the Volta Region
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Republic Bank Ghana, a prominent financial entity known for its innovative strategies and customer-centric philosophy, remains dedicated to fostering comprehensive national progress through significant interactions in the Volta Region. These efforts are specifically targeted towards catalyzing changes in agriculture, boosting economic expansion, and enhancing access to financial services. Dr. Benjamin Dzoboku, the Managing Director…
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Growth Investment Partners and Maagrace Join Forces to Supercharge the Garment Industry
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…investment will unlock job opportunities for over 1,000 Ghanaians Growth Investment Partners (GIP) Ghana Ltd, an investment platform established by British International Investment (BII), has announced an investment in Maagrace Garments Industries Limited (MGIL), a leading Ghanaian garment manufacturing company. The investment will finance the construction of a new production facility at MGIL’s premises…
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Del Monte Kenya Approved to Acquire Full 100% Stake in Mananasi Fibre
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CAK has approved Del Monte Kenya’s acquisition of 100% of Mananasi Fibre Limited, citing no threat to market competition Mananasi Fibre specialises in converting pineapple waste into textile-grade fibre, compost, and biochar, and will now be fully controlled by Del Monte CAK’s analysis found that the merger will not alter market structures or lead…
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Morocco rises to 8th in EU textile market as exports to Spain and Germany surge
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Morocco has bolstered its standing in the European textiles and apparel market, ranking as the eighth largest supplier to the EU based on increased exports to major markets, as indicated by recent statistics provided by the Moroccan Association of Textile and Clothing Industries (AMITH). By the close of February 2025, European Union imports of…
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Infobip and MoneyGram Haas F1 Team Partner Up to Revolutionize F1 Fan Experiences
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PRNewswire Kuala Lumpur [Malaysia], May 6: The global cloud communication platform Infobip has entered into a multi-year agreement with MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, helping the Team to create deeper connections with fans worldwide. Infobip’s technology will power a new era of digital engagement, delivering real-time, personalized experiences that bring fans closer to the action.…
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Singapore’s CBD Grade A Office Rents Climb for Fourth Consecutive Quarter in Q1 – International Edition
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Rents increased by 0.4% QoQ. Data compiled by Savills Research showed that the vacancy rate of CBD Grade A offices in all micro-markets recorded declines in vacancy rates, except for City Hall and Orchard Road. Tanjong Pagar saw the largest contraction in the first quarter, falling to 9.7% in Q1/2025 from 10.3% in Q4/2024.…
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Minister Calls for Action: Boost Manufacturing Sector with Top-notch Services
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Addis Ababa, May 6, 2025 (ENA) – Stakeholders highlighted that efforts are being expended to provide efficient services and support to help the manufacturing sector thrive. On the sideline of the 3rd Made in Ethiopia Expo, stakeholder’s discussions on pertinent issues to the manufacturing sector has continued. The president of the Commercial Bank of…
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National Insurance Hike Boosts ‘Cash-in-Hand’ Practices
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The increase in employers’ National Insurance contributions raises the likelihood that companies might opt for undeclared cash payments to employees, according to a study commissioned by the Northern Ireland Executive’s finance department. From April employers have had to pay NI at 15% on salaries above £5,000, up from 13.8% on salaries above £9,100 .…
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NAB Reports 2.5% Drop in Net Profit to AU$3.4B in H1 2025
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The net operating income increased by 1.4%, and the net interest income went up by 0.6%. National Australia Bank The National Australia Bank (NAB) posted a net profit of AU$3.4 billion for the first half of fiscal year 2025, which concluded in March 2025. This represents a decrease of 2.5% from the corresponding period…