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Motsepe Wins Court Reprieve in $195M Tanzania Graphite Row

A South African court has again shielded Patrice Motsepe's interests in a $195 million Tanzania graphite dispute hinging on alleged misuse of confidential information.

15 Aug · 3 min read · patrice motsepe · tanzania · graphite
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Two Open Calls Target African Energy Innovators and Digital Entrepreneurs

MSME Africa has published back-to-back application windows for a 2026 energy innovation competition and a digital entrepreneurship training programme, targeting small business owners and startups across the continent.

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Egypt, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia Align Against Israel on Syria's Golan

A rare convergence of African, European, and Gulf military powers is taking shape over contested Syrian territory, with Egypt's armed forces at the centre of the coalition.

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Africa's Business Heroes 2026: 20 Finalists, Nairobi Semi-Final Set

The Alibaba-backed competition has named its top 20 entrepreneurs from across the continent, with Morocco, Nigeria, and Kenya among the represented markets heading into a Nairobi semi-final.

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