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Brazil Targets African Markets Beyond Commodities

Brazil is seeking to expand trade and investment in Africa, with a focus on higher-value exports, industrial products a…

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SA, Zimbabwe Push Economic Cooperation

South Africa and Zimbabwe are prioritising infrastructure, border efficiency and industrialisation as they seek stronge…

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Ramaphosa Launches Phase 3 of Government-Business Partnership

President Cyril Ramaphosa launches Phase 3 of South Africa’s government-business partnership, targeting over 3% growth…

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$40 Trillion Debt Puts U.S. Fiscal Future Under Pressure

The U.S. national debt has surpassed $40 trillion, intensifying concerns over rising interest costs, federal deficits a…

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South Africa backs banana fibre hairpieces in Limpopo

South Africa is funding a Limpopo project producing banana fibre hairpieces, aiming to boost rural manufacturing, jobs…

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Petrobras targets new offshore reserves as pre-salt peak approaches

Petrobras is expanding offshore exploration in Brazil's Equatorial Margin as it seeks new oil reserves ahead of an expe…

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Brazil begins process to counter US tariffs under reciprocity law

Brazil begins assessing reciprocal measures against the US under its Economic Reciprocity Law following tariffs imposed…

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Brazil Eyes Global Food Export Lead As Agribusiness Expands

Brazil is poised to overtake the United States as the world’s largest food exporter, as agribusiness expands amid tax a…

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Tanzania School Puts Practical Skills At The Heart Of Learning

A Tanzanian primary school is combining academic lessons with practical skills in technology, agriculture and vocationa…

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Pix Becomes Brazil's Second Most Popular Payment Method in Hospitality Sector

Pix now accounts for 20.5% of payments at Brazilian bars and restaurants, highlighting the country's growing shift towa…

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Hormuz Reopening Deal Gains Momentum Amid Regional Mediation

Diplomatic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz gather pace as the United States, Iran and regional mediators report…

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Historic Eastern Cape newspapers hit by salary crisis after ownership change

SANEF has called for the urgent payment of July salaries to staff at the Daily Dispatch and The Herald following their…