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African Development Bank and Invest in Africa sign $850,000 grant agreement to boost inclusive green jobs in Ghana
The African Development Bank has partnered with Invest in Africa (IIA) to launch MicroGREEN, a $850,000 initiative that creates sustainable employment opportunities in Ghana and Senegal. The project aims to create 500 green jobs, with a particular focus on targeting...
NBA and FIBA to host first Basketball Without Borders camp in East Africa
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the International Basketball Federation (FIBA) have announced that the 21st Basketball Without Borders (BWB) Africa camp will take place in Kigali, Rwanda. Set for 23-26 August at the Petit Stade, this marks the...
Samoa Father’s Day
Father's Day is a global celebration dedicated to honouring the essential role that fathers and father figures play within the family and society. While it is observed on different dates worldwide, its significance lies in recognising fathers' love, sacrifices, and...
AFC reports US$50B GDP impact and 7M jobs created through scalable infrastructure model
Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) has released its annual Development Impact Report, showcasing significant achievements across 36 African countries. The report reveals that AFC-backed projects have contributed over US$50 billion to GDP and created 7 million jobs...
Singapore’s SixSense raises $8.5M to bring AI intelligence to chip manufacturing
SixSense, a female-led Singapore-based deep tech startup specialising in AI solutions for semiconductor manufacturing, has raised $8.5 million in Series A funding, bringing its total funding to $12 million. The round was led by Peak XV's Surge, with participation from...
Maldives establishes Tourism Trust Fund to enhance sector development and sustainability
The Maldives government has unveiled regulations for its new Tourism Trust Fund, designed to promote sustainable tourism development. The fund will draw capital from four main sources: sponsorships, corporate social responsibility contributions, investment income, and...