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Wood Processing, catalyst for Africa’s industrialization – report

More investments in the wood processing industries would be conducive to African industrialization and integration, said the African natural Resources Management and Investment Center. In a report, the center highlighted the transformative potential of wood processing across the continent in terms of boosting growth and offering jobs as well as promoting integrated markets. Wood processing […]

Namibia: Historic presidential election could mark gender milestone

Namibia approaches a pivotal election that could result in its first female president, as Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah leads early polls. With 1.4 million registered voters and 15 political parties competing, the election represents a crucial test for the ruling SWAPO party’s continued dominance. SWAPO, which has governed since independence in 1990, faces declining support […]

Egypt ends diplomatic absence in Israel, names new ambassador

President Sisi has named Hazem Khairat as Egypt’s new ambassador to Israel almost three years after Cairo recalled its ambassador to Tel Aviv. The appointment was applauded in Israel as a means of consolidating the peace existing between Cairo and Tel Aviv. Prime Minister Netanyahu said they have received information from the government in Cairo […]