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German report outlines how Chinese telecom companies are moving into the heart of African governance

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German report outlines how Chinese telecom companies are moving into the heart of African governance

(Agence Ecofin) – Megatrends Afrika believes that the strong presence of telecommunications companies from the Middle Kingdom in Africa contributes to improving connectivity and reducing the digital divide on the continent, but generates new challenges . While bringing economic opportunity, the growing engagement of Chinese telecommunications companies in Africa poses risks related to digital sovereignty, … Read more

The stock of investments of French companies in Gabon estimated at more than 492 billion FCFA

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The stock of investments of French companies in Gabon estimated at more than 492 billion FCFA

(Agence Ecofin) – 85 subsidiaries of French companies are established in Gabon according to statistics dated 2020 communicated by Alexis Lamek, Ambassador of France in Gabon. In a recent interview he gave to the media Les Echos de l’Ecothe diplomat explains that French companies are more present in Gabon than in Cameroon or Nigeria. Over … Read more

The king mushroom is protected by law. There is a huge fine for collection

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The king mushroom is protected by law. There is a huge fine for collection

Mushroom picking is one of the most widespread hobbies and almost everyone goes to the forest at least once a year. Boletus mushrooms are among the most valuable mushrooms. However, some species are poisonous and others are critically endangered. There are drastic fines for collecting them. Which mushrooms should definitely stay in the forest? The … Read more

In Rwanda, BAG Innovation prepares students for the world of work

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In Rwanda, BAG Innovation prepares students for the world of work

The gap between the academic world and the world of employment is immense. To harden young people to successfully face this rite of passage, a Rwandan start-up has developed a digital platform linking students to companies. BAG Innovation is a digital platform developed by a young Rwandan company of the same name. It allows students … Read more

Spain does not rule out NATO military intervention in Mali: Foreign Minister

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Spain does not rule out NATO military intervention in Mali: Foreign Minister

(Ecofin Agency) – While NATO’s new basic military doctrine qualifies terrorism and migration as « menaces hydrides »and designates the southern flank as a new source of risk for stability, Madrid does not exclude an intervention by the Alliance in Mali. Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares (pictured) said on Thursday June 30 that he did not … Read more

With Healthbotics, Nigerian Imodoye Abioro digitizes blood donation and patient records

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With Healthbotics, Nigerian Imodoye Abioro digitizes blood donation and patient records

Guided by the constant need to improve the quality of healthcare in his country and in Africa, he embarked on digital innovation. Today, he is an influential figure in the Nigerian and global HealthTech scene. Imodoye Abioro (pictured) is a Nigerian entrepreneur and doctor. A graduate of the University of Ibadan in 2018, he is … Read more

Facebook still hasn’t taken effective action against ethnically targeted hate speech

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Facebook still hasn’t taken effective action against ethnically targeted hate speech

(Ecofin Agency) – Recalling the role played in the ethnic violence in Burma by Facebook, many organizations had asked the Meta subsidiary to take more appropriate measures. The risk of a situation similar to Burma had been mentioned for Ethiopia. Contrary to what had been announced, Facebook did not find a solution to avoid igniting … Read more

A trade with the Boston Bruins becomes a real flight from Jeff Gorton

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A trade with the Boston Bruins becomes a real flight from Jeff Gorton

JUNE 7, 2022 AT 9:06 p.m. F. DUMAS Currently, the New York Rangers are in excellent position to reach the Stanley Cup final as they lead the Eastern Final 2-1 against the two-time defending champion Tampa Bay Lightning. Yet a few years ago, the Rangers were in a so-called reconstruction and the organization had even … Read more

Climate data processing: Togo obtains financial support from Canada

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Climate data processing: Togo obtains financial support from Canada

(Togo First) – Canada will allocate $20 million (approximately 12 billion FCFA) to 4 countries in the sub-region, namely Togo, Ghana, Liberia, and The Gambia to strengthen the capacity of their national measurement systems , reporting and verification related to climate. L’information from the Canadian governmentfollowing a meeting in Ghana last week, between the Ghanaian … Read more

Money is taboo: it’s better to keep success to yourself

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Money is taboo: it’s better to keep success to yourself

Picture No. 1613, source: Postbank / © Monkey Business Images – – There is hardly a topic that people in this country keep silent about as persistently as about money. For 70 percent of Germans, discussions about finances are taboo, according to a recent Kantar survey commissioned by Postbank. The majority avoid talking in public … Read more