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Efforts to lower maternal and neonatal mortality in Zimbabwe's urban areas

In Zimbabwe's high-density urban areas, such as Dzivarasekwa in Harare, the Health Sector Development Support Project (HSDSP) is working to improve maternal and neonatal health outcomes.


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US imposes 10% tariff on Australian beef imports amid trade tensions

Australia's beef industry is considering the consequences of a new 10% tariff imposed by the United States on Australian beef imports.


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Siemens acquires Dotmatics to enhance AI capabilities in Life Sciences

Siemens has announced the acquisition of Dotmatics, a strategic move to enhance its AI-powered PLM software offerings within the Life Sciences sector as part of its Siemens Xcelerator initiative.


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Ghana to host forum marking a decade of Africa Centers of Excellence impact

The Government of Ghana will host a forum on Africa's Higher Education Centers of Excellence (ACE) program from April 7-9, 2025, at Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra.


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ANZ offers disaster relief for flood-affected regions in Queensland and New South Wales

ANZ has announced the availability of disaster relief support for those affected by flooding in southern Queensland and northern New South Wales.


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Nordea to release Q1 2025 financial results on 16 April

Nordea Bank is set to announce its first-quarter results for 2025 on April 16.


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US considers tariffs on Australian beef, impacting industry outlook

The United States is considering imposing tariffs on agricultural imports, including Australian beef, starting April 2, 2025.


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Manager of FBN Financial: 'First-of-its-kind' loan program 'a true win-win solution that reduces costs for farmers'

Farmers Business Network (FBN) and Archer Daniels Midland Company (ADM) have partnered with the Walton Family Foundation to introduce a farmland financing program aimed at supporting farmers under economic strain.


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KfW IPEX-Bank finances two eco-friendly vessels for Langh Ship

KfW IPEX-Bank has announced a EUR 35 million financing venture with Finnish shipping company Langh Ship for two new eco-friendly container feeder vessels.


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Contactless payments hit record 94.6% of UK in-store transactions in 2024

New data from Barclays reveals that contactless payments have set a new record for in-store transactions in the UK, accounting for 94.6% of eligible transactions in 2024.


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Siemens donates €200,000 for earthquake relief in Myanmar and Thailand

Siemens AG in collaboration with Siemens Healthineers AG has announced a donation of €200,000 to aid victims of the recent earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand.


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ING reports progress in €2.0 billion share buyback programme

ING completed another week of its €2.0 billion share buyback programme, originally announced on October 31, 2024.


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Rwanda’s GDP growth driven by strong private consumption and investment

Rwanda's economy saw significant growth in 2024, with a real GDP increase of 8.9%, surpassing the prior year's 8.2%.


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World Bank commits $500 million for job creation in Türkiye earthquake zones

The World Bank Board has announced the approval of a $500 million funding initiative aimed at creating jobs and supporting businesses in areas of Türkiye affected by the February 2023 earthquakes.


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Consumer confidence up 1.1 points, driven by current financial optimism

Consumer confidence saw a slight increase last week, rising by 1.1 points to 85.3 according to recent data.


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Fubon merges with Jih Sun Securities to expand asset management capabilities

Fubon Asset Management has successfully merged with Jih Sun Securities Investment Trust, marking a significant step in its goal to become "The First-class Asset Management Company in Asia."


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Barclays appoints Jason Short to lead West Coast financial sponsor client coverage

Barclays has announced the appointment of Jason Short as a Managing Director in its Financial Sponsors Group (FSG), a move aimed at strengthening its agreements with financial sponsor clients on the West Coast.


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Peruvian author Gabriela Wiener reads at lit.COLOGNE 2025 in Cologne

DEG recently hosted Gabriela Wiener, a Peruvian author and journalist, at a reading event during the lit.


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World Bank supports public works project to aid South Sudan farming communities

Since gaining independence in 2011, South Sudan has faced numerous challenges due to community-based conflicts, persistent flooding, and macroeconomic issues.


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KfW Entrepreneurs’ Award 2025 opens for applications in Germany

The KfW Entrepreneurs’ Award 2025 application process has commenced, with opportunities available for young companies and start-ups.