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Gender gaps in crucial sectors are narrowing in more African countries — report
Independent (Uganda)
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June 29, 2025
More African countries are making progress on gender equality. From Benin to Botswana, new data shows gains in political inclusion, economic participation, and leadership. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | A new report shows many African countries...
Today in the news: Loses baby after visiting 5 hospitals; 1.4 million without classes
Portugal Pulse
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June 29, 2025
Image Credit: Notícias ao MinutoGood morning! Here are the main topics featured in the national press this Sunday, June 29. Starting with Jornal de Notícias, it reports that “Almost 1.4 million students missed classes due to the lack of teachers.”...
US Hotel Chains Hilton, Marriott Set Sights On Africa Amid Tariff-Triggered Domestic Slowdown
myMotherLode - California
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New properties are planned in Angola, Ghana, Benin, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Congo, Madagascar and Mauritania U.S. hotel chains Hilton (HLT) and Marriott (MAR) have announced a significant expansion drive in Africa, responding to the growing...
Africa launches second phase of phytosanitary programme to...
George Herald
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According to the Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI) data, fall armyworm alone is estimated to cause the highest yield loss in Africa – USD 9.4 billion annually. AGRICULTURE NEWS - The Department of Agriculture, in...
Ex-Leicester City academy ace close to joining Championship rivals in £2m deal
Leicestershire Live
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June 20, 2025
A former Leicester City academy product is set to become the subject of a £2million bid from Championship promotion hopefuls, Blackburn Rovers. Sidnei Tavares joined City's youth set-up in 2010, eventually going on to make three senior appearances...
Fall River plows forward amid tariffs and harsh immigration policies
The Boston Globe - Massachusetts
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It’s a challenge that most businesses in the region and the country that depend on foreign imports are facing, he said. His company, which serves the broader Portuguese-speaking diaspora from Cape Verde, Brazil, and beyond, prefers to recruit...
The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers: ‘The Atlantic was tough, but being prepared saw us across’
Yachting Monthly
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June 19, 2025
Experienced sailor James Kenning set off across the Atlantic with the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) in November 2024, but a shredded sail, sargassum weed, and a cracked rudder made him realise that only by being fully prepared can you prevent...
Why Urumqi is leading global air cargo growth in 2025
STAT Trade Times
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June 28, 2025
A recent dataset from Rotate, a cargo and capacity tracking platform, highlights Urumqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) as the world’s fastest-growing outbound cargo airport in 2025, with a staggering +715% increase in capacity compared to the...
Marriott to expand African presence with over 50 new properties by 2027
Hotel Management Network
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June 19, 2025
Marriott International has outlined a growth strategy for its African operations, targeting the addition of more than 50 properties and over 9,000 rooms by the end of 2027. This move includes entering five new markets, namely Cape Verde, Côte...
FirstWorks Heats Up the Season with its Annual Summer Beats Concert Series
Rhode Island Monthly
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June 26, 2025
Las Guaracheras will perform at the Roger Williams Park Bandstand on Thursday, June 26. Photo courtesy of FirstWorks. Hear the sounds of summer during FirstWorks’ free Summer Beats Concert Series, consisting of four concerts showcasing global...
Marriott International Announces Plans to Add More Than 50 Properties and over 9,000 Rooms to Its Africa Portfolio by the End of 2027
Hospitality Net
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June 18, 2025
Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) today announced plans to expand its operations in Africa with the anticipated addition of over 50 properties and more than 9,000 rooms by the end of 2027. The company’s growth strategy includes the...
Festival MED 2025 Is Back in the Groove with an Impressive Artistic Lineup
World Music Central
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June 17, 2025
Festival MED 2025 is set to once again transform the historic town of Loulé, in Portugal’s Algarve region, into a vibrant and immersive celebration of world music and culture. Taking place from June 26 to 29, this 21st edition of the festival...
Shamrock Rovers must 'take the madness out of it' against Bohemians
Irish Examiner
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June 22, 2025
Riding high, 11 points clear at the summit, Shamrock Rovers must avoid the madness of a typical clash against neighbours Bohemians to remain in their stride. Captain Pico Lopes has operated on both sides of the divide but the bruises of how the...
Is an iconic RI diner on the market? Here's what we found.
Newport Daily News - Rhode Island
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The reason for the sale is the upcoming retirement of co-owner Nick Damou. The sale includes the diner, built in 1984, and the property, which offers expansion opportunities. The listing suggests potential growth through expanded hours, liquor...
Why the world's perception is costing Africa its future
African Business
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June 27, 2025
Africa is rich. Rich in people, resources, ideas, and potential. Yet many of its countries are trapped in a financial paradox: while global investors chase higher returns, African countries face some of the highest borrowing costs. Why does this...
Atlanta small businesses find opportunity amid tariffs and trade uncertainty
WABE - Georgia
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June 24, 2025
“This is our love letter to Atlanta, especially to its littles,” Bradley says excitedly as people line up outside the shop. Bradley decided this was the year that she was going to take a chance on herself and open her first brick-and-mortar store....
US May Ban Entry to Citizens of 36 More States: Rubio Memo
Asia Financial
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June 16, 2025
The Trump administration is considering scaling up its travel restrictions and could potentially ban citizens from 36 more countries from entering the United States – including two more from Asia: Cambodia and Bhutan. Earlier this month, the...
Great Green Wall innovations hailed on Desertification and Drought Day
Forests News
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June 27, 2025
From food made with overlooked native plants to handbags crafted from wild grasses—and even a simple rope tool to prevent wildfires—community-driven innovation is reshaping how land restoration takes root across Africa’s drylands. These are among...
Back to Tampere: WOMEX 2025 Reveals First Set of Showcases
World Music Central
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June 16, 2025
WOMEX, the leading world music expo, has announced the first wave of Official Showcase artists for its 31st edition, set to take place in Tampere, Finland, from October 22–26, 2025. This marks the second time the event returns to Tampere,...
Australian neighbours in possible new 36-nation US travel ban, but America-bound Aussie travel grows
KARRYON
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June 16, 2025
The memo, seen by The Washington Post, shows the new restrictions would apply to 25 African nations, including Egypt, as well as numerous countries in the Caribbean and Central Asia. Multiple Pacific Island nations also feature in the list,...