Today in News History
On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1878, Treaty of Berlin: The European powers redraw the map of the Balkans. Serbia, Montenegro and Romania become completely independent of the Ottoman Empire. In 1934, Aleksei Yeliseyev, Russian engineer and astronaut was born. In 1936, Kojo Tovalou Houénou, Beninese lawyer and politician (born 1887) passed away. In 1950, George Nelson, American astronomer and astronaut was born. In 1977, Somalia declares war on Ethiopia, starting the Ogaden War. In 1980, Seretse Khama, Botswana lawyer and politician, 1st President of Botswana (born 1921) passed away. In 1985, The Live Aid benefit concert takes place in London and Philadelphia, as well as other venues such as Moscow and Sydney. In 1995, Space Shuttle Discovery is launched on STS-70 to deploy the TDRS-7 satellite. In 2011, United Nations Security Council Resolution 1999 is adopted, which admits South Sudan to member status of United Nations. In 2020, Zindzi Mandela, South African politician, diplomat, and third daughter of Nelson Mandela (born 1960) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
2nd African Space Solutions Market opens in Abidjan
Abidjan, the economic capital of Ivory Coast, hosts the second edition of an African space technology trade show known as the African Space Solutions Market from July 7 to 9, 2026.
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Eye Radio
· Jun 23, 2026
S. Sudan businesses urged to prepare for continental market opportunities
South Sudanese businesses have been urged to prepare for the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) or risk missing opportunities in a continental market valued at more than 3.4 trillion. The appeal was made during a three-day sensitization workshop in Juba organized by the East African Business Council (EABC), the South Sudan [] The post S. Sudan businesses urged to prepare for continental market opportunities appeared first on Eye Radio.
Inc.com
· Jul 6, 2026
TheLabor Market: Moving in 2 Directions
While AI might displace office jobs, construction is hiring.
MyJoyOnline
· Jun 22, 2026
GIPC woos Canadian investors for value addition in key industrial sectors
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BellaNaija
· Jun 28, 2026
Collette & Esther Are Heading to Zambia for Africa Creative Market 2026
If you are wondering what ACM is all about, think of it as a space built around one big idea, growing Africa’s creative economy. It brings together creatives, innovators, industry leaders and change makers from across Africa and beyond to exchange ideas, build capacity and create opportunities that help creative businesses grow. The post Collette Esther Are Heading to Zambia for Africa Creative Market 2026 appeared first on BellaNaija - Showcasing Africa to the world. Read today!.
Voice of Nigeria
· Jun 25, 2026
NALDA Perishables Market Opens in Gombe
The National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA) Perishables Market in Kwadon, Yamaltu-Deba Local Government Area of Gombe has been commissioned. The market, designed to serve as a hub for vegetables and other perishable agricultural produce, is expected to significantly reduce post-harvest losses, improve market access for farmers and strengthen the agricultural value chain in the [] The post NALDA Perishables Market Opens in Gombe appeared first on Voice of Nigeria.
The Namibian
· Jul 1, 2026
AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA BEGINS WITH A BANG…
South African tourism minister Patricia de Lille opened Africa’s Travel Indaba with the traditional ringing of a bell at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre in Durban on Tuesday. The African leisure trade show brings together tourism sector stakeholders from across the globe for three days of networking, business development, ideas exchange and celebration. The [] The post AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA BEGINS WITH A BANG appeared first on The Namibian.
YNaija
· Jun 27, 2026
Why Lagos Is the Best Place to Be as a Nigerian Creative This Weekend
Lagos turns into an unmatched transaction floor for the African creative economy this weekend as Showbiz101 and the Lagos Leather Fair run concurrently across the city. They seem entirely different on paper. Showbiz101 at Alliance Française focuses tightly on intellectual property frameworks and music assets. Meanwhile, the Lagos Leather Fair at the Ecobank Pan African... Read More Read » Why Lagos Is the Best Place to Be as a Nigerian Creative This Weekend on YNaija
Ghanaian Times
· Jul 13, 2026
Solomon Asamoah: Why Global Investors Are Watching Ghana More Closely Than Ever
Ghana has always had a certain pull for international investors. It is politically significant, commercially active and strategically positioned in West Africa. It has a strong entrepreneurial culture, a young population and a long record of engagement with global finance, development institutions and private capital. But the way investors look at Ghana is changing. They The post Solomon Asamoah: Why Global Investors Are Watching Ghana More Closely Than Ever appeared first on Ghanaian Times.
Skift
· Jun 30, 2026
U.S. Motel 6 Business Is Driving Prism’s Indian IPO, New Filing Shows
Prism may be listing in India, but its business is increasingly American. The Motel 6 acquisition now drives its profits and defines the purpose of its IPO.
Sada Elbalad
· Jul 7, 2026
'Wekalat El-Balah' Reflects Global Thrift Fashion Trend
Cairo's iconic Wekalat El-Balah market has gained international attention after the Embassy of Denmark in Egypt shared a visit by two of its colleagues, Ida and Emma, showcasing one of the city's best-known destinations for second-hand fashion.
The Economic Times
· Jul 3, 2026
India’s space industry eyes its SpaceX moment
India’s space industry eyes its SpaceX moment
TechCabal
· Jul 1, 2026
👨🏿🚀TechCabal Daily – Safaricom ports to South Africa
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Borneo Bulletin
· Jul 7, 2026
Small market, regional dreams
Small market, regional dreams
Guineematin.com
· Jun 26, 2026
Télimélé : un nouveau marché fait naître l’espoir d’un décollage économique à Bely
Dans le district de Bely, relevant de la commune rurale de Sinta, préfecture de Télimélé, les populations fondent de grands espoirs sur leur nouveau marché hebdomadaire. Érigé grâce aux efforts conjugués des habitants, cet espace commercial est perçu comme un outil essentiel pour stimuler les activités économiques, favoriser les échanges et améliorer les conditions de [] The post Télimélé : un nouveau marché fait naître l’espoir d’un décollage économique à Bely first appeared on Guineematin.com.
Africa.com
· Jul 8, 2026
Standard Bank And DHL Express Partner To Expand Export Readiness Programme
Building on the success of last year’s Export Readiness Programme in KwaZulu-Natal, Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking is expanding the initiative to Gauteng and the Western Cape, with DHL Express South Africa joining as the programme’s technical export readiness partner. The expanded programme will support a new cohort of high-potential small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) []
South Africa Today
· Jun 26, 2026
Telecommunications channel partners need more agility not more anchors
While connectivity has become the lifeblood of businesses and households, with a growing addressable market offering attractive opportunities for SMEs and innovative businesses to scale in the sector, there is a tension between South Africa’s need for job creation and economic expansion and the exclusionary, gatekept realities for businesses trying to enter the local telecommunications []
Utusan Malaysia
· Jul 10, 2026
Peniaga harap akses pasaran produk tempatan lebih luas
BATU PAHAT: Peniaga kecil berharap Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri (ADUN) yang bakal dipilih hari ini dapat membantu membuka akses pasaran lebih luas bagi membolehkan produk tempatan berkembang serta menembusi pasaran luar kawasan. Mereka berkata, sokongan berterusan diperlukan bukan sahaja dari aspek bantuan kewangan, malah meliputi pemasaran digital, pensijilan serta peluang memperkenalkan produk kepada pengguna lebih ... Read more The post Peniaga harap akses pasaran produk tempatan lebih luas appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
News Americas Now
· Jul 9, 2026
One Street Studios Named by Afreximbank and Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA) as Co-General Partner of the Pan African Film Fund Aiming to Mobilise up to US$1 Billion
CAIRO, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) (www.Afreximbank.com), through its development impact investment arm, the Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA), today announced the appointment of One Street Studios as the Co-General Partner of the Pan African Film Fund. This Fund aims to mobilise up to US1 billion for Africa’s film and creative []
Watchdog Uganda
· Jun 21, 2026
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Why Uganda’s next leap from exporting raw commodities to producing value-added products depends on shared industrial infrastructure. By Joel Aita In the year ending October 2025, Uganda did something historic: it overtook Ethiopia to become Africa’s largest coffee exporter, earning more than USD 2.4 billion in a single year. It is a genuine national triumph. [] The post JOEL AITA: Common User Facilities Could Be Uganda’s Missing Link to Industrialisation appeared first on Watchdog Uganda.
Radio Tamazuj
· Jun 22, 2026
Opinion| Environmental conditions in South Sudan’s oil-producing areas after the 2028 expiry of production-sharing agreements
Following independence in 2011, the Government of South Sudan assumed the existing Exploration and Production The post Opinion| Environmental conditions in South Sudan’s oil-producing areas after the 2028 expiry of production-sharing agreements appeared first on Radio Tamazuj.
Jamaica Information Service
· Jul 8, 2026
JSE Micro Market Represents Transformative Opportunity for Micro and Small Enterprise Sector – Minister
Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Hon. Fayval Williams, says the launch of the Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) Micro Market represents a transformative opportunity for Jamaica’s micro and small []
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 1, 2026
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As Ghaziabad continues to evolve into one of the fastest-growing commercial hubs in the NCR, Raj Nagar Extension has emerged as a preferred destination for businesses, investors, and leading retail brands. With a rapidly expanding residential community and excellent infrastructure, the demand for premium commercial spaces is rising steadily. If you’ve ever searched online for shops near me or explored the best commercial investment opportunities in Ghaziabad, Charms 58 High Street deserves your attention. Designed as a modern high-street retail destination, the project combines strategic location, excellent visibility, and a vibrant shopping environment, making it an attractive choice for both investors and business
Seeking Alpha
· Jul 5, 2026
MercadoLibre: Why Strong Growth Opportunities Make The Capex Worth It
MercadoLibre: Why Strong Growth Opportunities Make The Capex Worth It
The korea Herald News
· Jul 6, 2026
Tanzania looks to Korea to expand tourism and business ties
South Korea is a priority market for Tanzania's Go Eastern Strategy that aims to attract tourists and business relationships, officials from the country's embassy in Korea and tourist board said at the Destination Tanzania Roadshow in Seoul on Monday. At the event, the Tanzania Tourist Board and the Embassy of Tanzania pitched the country's attractions and investment opportunities. Tanzanian Ambassador Noel Emmanuel Kaganda showcased his country as a world-class destination, highlighting the Se
Capital Ethiopia
· Jun 29, 2026
U.S. furniture Giant Ashley Opens Second Ethiopian Branch
Yusra Home, the exclusive distributor of Ashley Furniture in Ethiopia, has officially opened its second showroom in the country. This move is stated to further strengthen the American furniture giant’s footprint in the East African market. The new branch, opened in the Gourd Shola area of Addis Ababa, follows the successful opening of the first []
TASS
· Jun 25, 2026
Lavrov to discuss preparations for Russia - Africa summit at business council on June 30
It will be dedicated to issues of trade, economic and investment cooperation with Africa
BizNews
· Jun 25, 2026
The BizNews Edge: African Bank's Billion-Rand Acquisition Trap
The BizNews Edge: African Bank's Billion-Rand Acquisition Trap
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