Commonwealth News
UPL Subsidiary to acquire Decco Holdings UK for $502 million
Sep 4, 2025
UPL Ltd's subsidiary, Advanta Mauritius, has approved the acquisition of Decco Holdings UK for $502 million from UPL Corporation Mauritius. The related-party transaction aims to consolidate UPL's post-harvest operations under its seed platform. Decco Holdings reported...
CII hosts India-Africa Business Conclave as trade soars past US$100bn
Sep 1, 2025
Ankita Yadav from the Commonwealth Chamber of Commerce attended the milestone 20th CII India-Africa Business Conclave in New Delhi, where it was announced that India-Africa bilateral trade has crossed the historic US$100 billion mark for the first time. The landmark...
India, China agree to resume direct flights, boost business links
Aug 21, 2025
In a move to rebuild their strained relationship, India and China have agreed to resume direct flights and step up trade and investment flows between the two neighbours. The agreement came during Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's two-day visit to New Delhi for talks...
Australia to help fund two data centers in Vanuatu island
Aug 20, 2025
In a move to bolster its security ties with Vanuatu, a Pacific Island nation, Australia is set to provide AU$120 million (US$79 million) for the development of two data centres in the capital of Port Vila and on the island of Santo. This funding is part of a broader...
New Tanzanian fintech firm launches digital payment services in Tanzania
Aug 19, 2025
Stakaba Technologies, a Tanzanian fintech company, has launched a suite of digital payment services to boost financial inclusion and support Tanzania's transition to a cashless economy. Founded by entrepreneur Philip Mchau, the platform offers secure digital payments,...
United Kingdom (UK) boosts African mining investments in lead-up to African Mining Week (AMW) 2025
Aug 18, 2025
The United Kingdom is strengthening its position in African mining through strategic investments aimed at securing critical and traditional minerals essential for energy transition and technological advancement. With Africa holding 30% of the world's critical...