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Africa: Ocean Economy Can Drive Africa's Future If Backed by Bold Investment

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June 26, 2026

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[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- The blue economy is a vital source of jobs, food security, and economic opportunity across Africa and the Western Indian Ocean region. Yet, by the admission of those driving its development, the region is still only beginning to tap into what its oceans, lakes, and rivers can truly offer.

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Guineematin.com

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· Jun 29, 2026

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À l’heure où la Guinée connaît une phase de transformation économique sans précédent, portée notamment par les grands projets structurants et les ambitions de développement du pays, une question essentielle se pose : comment transformer ces opportunités en prospérité durable pour les populations ? C’est à cette réflexion que Mohamed Bangoura « Banks » consacre plus de [] The post Portrait de MOHAMED BANGOURA « BANKS » : « Les ressources naturelles créent des opportunités » ! first appeared on Guineematin.com.

MyJoyOnline

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· Jun 22, 2026

CSOs tour reveals investing in Electrochem is an opportunity, not a risk

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AllAfrica

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· Jun 26, 2026

Africa: Blue Transformation: The future of food will be shaped by water -- Africa at the heart of FAO's strategy

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Seeking Alpha

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· Jul 5, 2026

MercadoLibre: Why Strong Growth Opportunities Make The Capex Worth It

MercadoLibre: Why Strong Growth Opportunities Make The Capex Worth It

The Namibian

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· Jul 6, 2026

Namibia a gateway to southern Africa for Chinese investment – minister

Minister of international relations and trade Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says Namibia is a safe investment environment that provides access to the entire southern African market. Speaking on Monday at the Namibia–China business forum as part of the president’s state visit to China, Ashipala-Musavyi said Chinese companies should consider Namibia for investments in clean energy technology, battery [] The post Namibia a gateway to southern Africa for Chinese investment – minister appeared first on The Namibian.

Independent Online

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· Jun 25, 2026

BRICS+ Series: Why Africa’s future depends on beneficiating its mineral wealth

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