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Moroccan Photographer Youssef Ouechen’s Home in Casablanca is an Inspirational Middle Ground
OkayAfrica
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August 19, 2025
"Sometimes when I reflect on life, I just find it funny: speaking English, traveling around the world, and affording rent in downtown," photographer Youssef "Joseph" Ouechen tells OkayAfrica. Ouechen grew up in Sidi Moumen, a slum on the outskirts...
Ethiopia Salary Increase How Much Is Lost to Tax and VAT
Zehabesha
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August 19, 2025
Many people are asking: what does the 160 billion birr salary increase really mean for workers in Ethiopia? Will take-home pay rise enough to cover food, rent, and transport? Or will income tax, pension deductions, and VAT swallow most of it? This...
Man shares spontaneous dance with stranger at restaurant in proudly South African moment in TikTok video
Briefly
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August 19, 2025
A young man went viral after going out with his girlfriend, and she captured just how extroverted he is The lady posted a video of the jovial moment he shared with a stranger after getting hyped up by a song Online users were full of jokes about...
Reliance Consumer expands beverage portfolio with majority stake in herbal drinks brand Shunya
Food Business Africa Magazine
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August 19, 2025
INDIA – Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the fast-moving consumer goods arm of Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Industries, has acquired a majority stake in Naturedge Beverages, the Baidyanath Group-owned company behind herbal drinks brand...
Vok Beverages acquires UDL and Ruski Lemon from Diageo
Food Business Africa Magazine
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August 19, 2025
AUSTRALIA – Vok Beverages has acquired two of Australia’s longest-standing ready-to-drink (RTD) brands, UDL and Ruski Lemon, from global alcoholic beverage leader Diageo. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition...
Food and beverage, ICT dominate Ghana Stock Exchange trading in July
GhanaWeb
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August 19, 2025
The food and beverage as well as Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sectors accounted for nearly three-quarters of trading value on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) in the first seven months of 2025, with the former’s performance...
Awards Wrap: Best of the Cape Awards celebrates winners, 5FM nominated for Best of SA Awards, Africa Story Lab’s Pitching Pit at FAME Week Africa 2025 a catalyst for aspirant filmmakers
The Media Online
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August 19, 2025
The Media Online’s weekly column delivering news of award wins, entries, competitions, dates to note and winners in the media. Best of the Cape Awards, powered by Yoco, celebrates 2025 winners The Best of the Cape Awards, powered by Yoco, has...
NBC Empowers 69 New Trainees For Nigeria’s Manufacturing Future
Daily Independent
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August 19, 2025
1 The Nigerian Bottling Company Limited (NBC), has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to youth empowerment and industrial growth with the graduation of 69 skilled trainees from the 27th edition of its prestigious Supply Chain Academy. The...
Rooted in Pride: The Black Caribbean Diaspora Embraces Its African Heritage
Black Enterprise
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August 18, 2025
From travel to trade, African and Caribbean communities are unifying for a greater purpose. Across the Caribbean, Black people are reconnecting with their African pride through food, culture, and more. This cultural immersion has taken new...
The Ritz-Carlton brings its legendary service to the heart of Kenya’s Masai Mara
Travel Daily News
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August 19, 2025
From city landmarks to rare estates, from open waters to the untamed beauty of the Masai Mara, The Ritz-Carlton introduces its first safari experience, an intimate treetop retreat in one of the world’s most majestic landscapes. In the heart of...
Nigerian startup launches AI-powered ‘Oneway’ retail platform in Abuja
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 18, 2025
Nigerian tech startup Oneway has officially launched its AI-powered “smart retailer” platform at Lami Spot Restaurant, Mararaba, on the outskirts of Abuja. The platform integrates mobile self-checkout, AI-driven inventory management, and...
Nigerian War Hero’s Abuja Restaurant Demolished Without Warning – Allegedly On Wike’s Orders
Information Nigeria
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August 18, 2025
A Decorated Nigerian Air Force Veteran, Air Commodore Abayomi Balogun (Rtd.), Has Accused Officials Of The Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) Development Control Of Demolishing His Abuja-Based Lounge And Restaurant Without Prior Notice,...
South Side doctor eyes West Pullman vacant building as site for new restaurant and event space
The TRiiBE - Illinois
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August 18, 2025
A new restaurant and event space is coming to the Far South Side neighborhood of West Pullman. With Ethola and BSCP Hall, owner Dr. Adelanke Bademosi plans to bring a fast-casual dining experience to a community reeling from decades of...
Food and beverage, ICT dominate GSE trading in July
Business and Financial Times
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August 18, 2025
By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The food and beverage as well as Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sectors accounted for nearly three-quarters of trading value on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) in the first seven months of 2025, with...
What it's like to dine in Star of the Seas' fanciest restaurant
Seatrade Cruise News
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August 18, 2025
Star of the Seas' fanciest restaurant serves a lavish, multi-course meal, choreographed with cocktail pairings and live jazz. The Lincoln Park Supper Club is a three-hour experience inspired by Chicago classics of the 1930s such as Chez Paree...
Food & beverage shines as London Gatwick Airport posts surging profits
The Moodie Davitt Report
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August 18, 2025
UK. Food & beverage was the star of the commercial show for London Gatwick Airport in its first half ended 30 June, with revenues increasing £1.6 million (US$2.16 million) year-on-year or (+5.4%) to £31.1 million (US$42 million). This was driven...
Bismarck Is Getting a New Mediterranean Restaurant
Super Talk 1270 - North Dakota
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August 18, 2025
We have delicious pizza joints, tons of places for a juicy burger, and several authentic Mexican spots that will have your mouth watering. We have so many wonderful food options in Bismarck that it's hard to choose where to go. Even though we have...
NBC empowers 69 new trainees for Nigeria’s manufacturing future
Business Day
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August 18, 2025
…marks 27th Supply Chain Academy graduation The Nigerian Bottling Company Limited (NBC) has reaffirmed its long-standing commitment to youth empowerment and industrial growth with the graduation of 69 skilled trainees from the 27th edition of its...
VAST-Ghana urges stricter sugar-sweetened beverage regulations to protect youth health
Food Business Africa Magazine
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August 18, 2025
GHANA – The Vision for Accelerated Sustainable Development (VAST-Ghana), a civil society organisation, has urged the government to strengthen enforcement of existing laws on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) and close regulatory gaps that expose...
The Irishman Whiskey Enters Nigeria, Unlocking New Trade Opportunities
The Sun Nigeria
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August 18, 2025
The Irishman Whiskey, one of Ireland’s fastest-growing premium whiskey brands, has officially launched in Nigeria, marking a strategic entry into Africa’s largest consumer market. With Nigeria’s spirits sector projected to grow by over 10 percent...