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King Lewanika Lodge reopens in Zambia’s Liuwa Plain after full refurbishment
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King Lewanika Lodge has reopened in Liuwa Plain National Park under new operator Ker & Downey Zambia after a full refurbishment that adds solar power, a new poolside sanctuary and migration sleepouts.
TEMPO Networks launches TEMPO Africa through Zambia carnival partnership
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TEMPO Networks is expanding into Africa through a multi-year partnership with Zambia’s Lusaka Carnival, marking the company’s 21st anniversary and a new push to connect Caribbean and African culture, media and tourism.
Burt Machinery touts custom maize plant solutions at Zambia show
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Burt Machinery used Zambia’s 97th Agricultural and Commercial Show in 2025 to pitch custom maize processing plants built around local power, space and output needs.
Wawira Njiru wins German Africa Prize 2026
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Kenyan social innovator Wawira Njiru has received the German Africa Prize 2026 for turning school feeding into a model for jobs, local food systems and economic development.
Africa Prize opens 2027 applications with Zambia spotlight
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The Royal Academy of Engineering has opened applications for the 2027 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation and is urging engineers and innovators in Zambia to apply.
MECANMED launches scholarship program for three Zambian students
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MECANMED has started its first scholarship program with the University of Lusaka, funding three students in medicine, law and banking and finance.
Ker & Downey Botswana and Zambia name Andrea Schnoor Communications as PR agency
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Ker & Downey Botswana and Ker & Downey Zambia have appointed Andrea Schnoor Communications to handle public relations as the safari operator expands across Botswana and Zambia.
BB Energy launches LPG distribution business in Zambia
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BB Energy has launched BBE-D Gas Zambia, a liquefied petroleum gas distribution business aimed at expanding cleaner energy access in Zambia.
Ten Chinese band saw blade grinding machine makers singled out in 2026 review
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A new review of China’s band saw blade grinding machine sector names 10 manufacturers with active registrations and documented production programs, led by Hangzhou Lin’an Xinyang Machinery Co., Ltd. The list comes as demand for higher-precision…
South African women push wellness brand beyond borders
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A group of South African entrepreneurs is using Mamas Flat Stomach Tea to build a wellness business model that blends products, community and distribution opportunities.
Africa PPP 2026 draws wider African participation for Nairobi summit
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More African PPP authorities, development financiers and infrastructure agencies have confirmed for the 16th Africa PPP Infrastructure Finance, Investment & Partnerships Summit in Nairobi from Nov. 11-13, 2026. The event aims to connect project…
African Bush Camps marks 10 years of guide training and expands women’s pipeline
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African Bush Camps is marking its 20th year in business, 10 years of guide training and five years of its Female Guides Program as it doubles down on guide development across Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe.
Türkiye, Ghana and Luxembourg join carbon markets coalition ahead of COP31
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Türkiye, Ghana and Luxembourg have joined The Coalition to Grow Carbon Markets, lifting membership to 14 governments as COP31 approaches in Türkiye.
Five China-based HOWO dump truck exporters to watch in 2026
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Chinese trading companies are positioning themselves to meet rising global demand for SINOTRUK HOWO dump trucks across Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and South America.
Androco Minerals buys 29% stake in South Africa chrome project
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Androco Minerals has acquired a 29% interest in the Chapani Chrome Project in South Africa’s Bushveld Complex, giving the Dubai-based trader an entry into chrome mining and a development asset with historical resources and existing rights.
Coalition to Grow Carbon Markets to publish policy playbook on carbon credit demand
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The Coalition to Grow Carbon Markets said it will publish a policy playbook at COP31 to help governments boost demand for high-integrity carbon credits and give businesses clearer rules.
Young Africans turn more optimistic on Trump, survey finds
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A new 16-country survey finds roughly three in five young Africans think Donald Trump’s second term could improve their countries’ prospects, even as concerns persist over USAID cuts and U.S. access to African resources.
DRC pushes new industrial investments in Lubumbashi
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Ministers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo inaugurated and broke ground on manufacturing projects in Lubumbashi on July 7, 2026, as part of a push for industrialization, job creation and fairer trade.
Five SINOTRUK trading partners highlighted for 2026 global supply chains
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A new roundup spotlights five authorized SINOTRUK trading partners positioned to support heavy-duty truck exports, parts, and after-sales service across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Central Asia in 2026. The list underscores how regional…
FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund adds 31 grantees and reaches $60 million
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Global Citizen and FIFA announced 31 new community-based education grantees as the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund reached $60 million in commitments.
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