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Senegal: legislative poll a test for ruling party’s influence ahead of 2024 vote

As polls have closed in Senegal’s parliamentary elections Sunday, both the ruling and the opposition parties claimed victory Monday as provisional vote tallies came in. Former Prime Minister Aminata Toure, who heads the ruling coalition, announced on national television that the party had won 30 out of 46 administrative departments. “This undoubtedly gives us a […]

KSA: BinDawood takes majority stakes in French company Ykone

Saudi Arabian retailer BinDawood Holding has acquired 80.5% stake in Paris-based marketing agency Ykone through its wholly owned subsidiary Future Technology Retail (FTR), Zawya reports. BinDawood Holding in a statement said the transaction is part of the company’s strategy to boost its e-commerce presence. “The Middle East’s influencer marketing industry is growing exponentially. This investment […]

Akdital expands healthcare network in Laâyoune following regulatory approval

Akdital Group, Morocco’s leading private healthcare provider, has finalized the acquisition of two major medical facilities in Laâyoune-Sakia El Hamra region after receiving approval from the Competition Council. The strategic expansion includes the International Polyclinic of Laâyoune and Al Hikma Medical Center, marking Akdital’s entry into the eleventh region of its nationwide network. This significant […]