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Romantic destinations in Africa
New National Star
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July 28, 2025
With warm temperatures all year around, Africa, is the perfect destination for romantic getaways. The continent is full of romantic places and spots, picturesque attractions and beautiful paths to explore, with each destination bringing its own...
Bammy on the brain
Trinidad Express
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It’s a struggle deciding what to write about every week. Often, so many issues seem to be competing for attention; pick me! pick me! Sometimes, when things around us seem too dreary and dismal, the instinct is to trudge away seeking a happier,...
Oak Heirs acquires 87% stake in Air Liquide Nigeria
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 28, 2025
Oak Heirs Limited, an investment holding company led by Nigerian businessman Gbotemi Kuti, has acquired an 87.31% stake in Air Liquide Nigeria Plc, marking the company’s entry into the industrial and medical gases sector. The deal, which finalises...
Metal Packaging: The ultimate circular solution driving sustainability in South Africa
Engineering News
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Metal packaging is leading the way as one of the most sustainable and recyclable forms of packaging on the planet. In South Africa, MetPac-SA, the Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for metal packaging, continues to spearhead initiatives...
Accor ALL 50 EUR/GBP Gift Card For A Stay In Europe & North Africa Between August 3 – October 31, 2025 (Book July 28 – August 3)
LoyaltyLobby
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July 26, 2025
Accor has updated the 50 EUR/GBP gift card offer, which is valid for stays in Europe and North Africa between August 3 and October 31, 2025. Accor ALL members who register for this offer, book between July 28 and August 3, and stay between July 28...
Middle East Focus: English Tea Shop, beverage trends, coffee and more
FoodNavigator-Asia
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Strong flavours drive English Tea Shop’s Middle East debut as it looks to capture premium tea demand Teas and tea-based beverages are not new to the Middle Eastern region, but the most common variants here are strong black teas or cardamom teas...
Nigeria’s Unchecked Salt Consumption Linked To Premature Deaths, Non-Communicable Diseases –Experts
Sahara Reporters
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In kitchens across Nigeria, the inviting aroma of well-seasoned meals masks a growing public health crisis. Health experts are raising the alarm over the nation’s excessive salt consumption, linking it to a surge in non-communicable diseases...
Prosperity Market’s 5th Annual Black Business Scavenger Hunt Features 100+ Black-Owned Businesses in Los Angeles
Westside Story Newspaper - California
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July 31, 2025
LA’s mobile farmers market brings back their popular campaign in honor of Black Business Month, which ends with a pop-up on Sunday, August 31 at the California African American Museum, including prizes for players who visit the most businesses In...
This week in PostMag: Hello Kitty creator Sanrio and a South African safari
South China Morning Post
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July 28, 2025
One of the first things I ever loved was a Hello Kitty diary. Yes, there were stuffed animals (Snuffy the bear, RIP), sticker books and an American Girl doll or two, but it’s the red Sanrio diary from 1993 that’s somehow become a core memory. The...
Old-School Cookbooks That Are Now Worth Way More Than You Think
Mashed
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August 1, 2025
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you've ever rummaged through vintage cookbooks at a used bookstore, found something interesting and thought, "maybe this is worth something," you could have been correct. There are lots...
Local Supply Chain Support: From seed to sip, By Abiola Laseinde
Premium Times
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August 1, 2025
From the soil of Northern Nigeria from where grains are sourced, to the bubbling breweries in the South that bottle joy, and finally to your glass, beer is more than just a beverage. It is a cultural artefact, a celebration of local...
Providence restaurant in danger of closing as manager remains in ICE custody
WJAR - Rhode Island
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — The owner of a West African restaurant in the heart of Providence is fighting right now, for her brother to be released from ICE custody. Paul Dama was detained in Brockton last month. Cecelia Lizotte, Paul's sister and...
Leading with Flavour, Driven by Insight: PURA Unveils Its Refreshed Beverage Line-Up
South Africa Today
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July 27, 2025
Consumers accelerate interest in ‘clean ingredient’ options. PURA delivers, with a bold new look and a fresh refreshment vision. Johannesburg, South Africa – 23 July 2025: From heritage icons to next-gen innovators, the world’s most resilient...
Nigerian influencer, Priscilla Ojo, Juma Jux expecting first child
Graphic
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July 24, 2025
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Goodreads’ most-awaited book releases of August 2025 are here — and we want to read them all
AOL
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Goodreads’ Most-Awaited Book Releases of August 2025 Are Here—and We Want to Read Them All originally appeared on Parade. August signifies the beginning of the school year for many—students and parents alike. But there are still a few weeks left...
More trans people should join politics for real change: Kalki Subramaniam
The Federal
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August 2, 2025
In a major policy move, the Tamil Nadu government recently released a comprehensive policy for transgender persons, aiming to institutionalise inclusivity in education, employment, and healthcare. While it has been hailed as a progressive step by...
9 brilliant new restaurants and takeaways in Huddersfield - from noodles to curry
Yorkshire Live
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August 2, 2025
From restaurants and pubs to cafes and takeaways, many hospitality businesses are struggling and need as much support as they can get to stay afloat. One third of hospitality businesses are said to be operating at a loss and are at risk of going...
Renovated and repurposed
Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette
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August 2, 2025
MONTREAL -- On a Friday night, families danced under pink and purple neon lights to the beat of an African band playing where the altar used to stand at a Catholic church in Montreal. Notre-Dame-du-Perpetuel-Secours, built between 1914-1920, was...
Discovering Africa: A Tourist’s Handbook
The Tech Edvocate
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July 26, 2025
Chapter 1: Introduction to Africa Overview of the Continent Africa is a continent rich in diversity, culture, and natural beauty. Spanning over 30 million square kilometers, it is the second-largest continent in the world, home to a multitude of...
Chris Arnade on China, Wall Street, and Walking Around the World
Reason Magazine
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August 2, 2025
This is part of Reason's 2025 summer travel issue. Click here to read the rest of the issue. Chris Arnade is a photojournalist and the author of the Substack newsletter Chris Arnade Walks the World. He spent a decade walking through American...