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South African women push wellness brand beyond borders
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A group of South African entrepreneurs is using Mamas Flat Stomach Tea to build a wellness business model that blends products, community and distribution opportunities.
Rescued lions BenTzur and Ori arrive at South Africa sanctuary after months stranded by conflict
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Two adolescent lions seized from the illegal wildlife trade in Israel have reached Animal Defenders International’s sanctuary in South Africa after a 50-hour flight routed through Cairo and Frankfurt.
Recovery From Home expands online addiction treatment across South Africa
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Recovery From Home is offering a 23-day doctor-supervised outpatient programme for eligible adults across South Africa who want addiction treatment without entering residential rehab.
Health supplements market seen reaching $243.5B by 2035
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The global health supplements market is projected to rise from $155.8 billion in 2025 to $243.5 billion by 2035, driven by preventive health awareness, personalized nutrition, e-commerce and new delivery formats.
Two rescued lions begin new life at South African sanctuary
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BenTzur and Ori, two adolescent lions seized in Israel from the illegal wildlife trade, have arrived at Animal Defenders International’s sanctuary in South Africa after a 50-hour flight routed through Cairo and Frankfurt.
MLM Medical Labs, Amprion team up to expand α-synuclein testing in Europe
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MLM Medical Labs and Amprion announced a strategic licensing collaboration to bring α-synuclein seed amplification testing to European clinical trials.
WHX returns to Johannesburg as medtech rivals target South Africa market
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World Health Expo returns to Johannesburg Oct. 6-8, 2026, as global medical technology companies compete for a South African medical device market valued at R18.4 billion.
WHX Nairobi aligns with Kenya’s SHA shift as hospitals face new procurement deadlines
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Kenya’s move from NHIF to the Social Health Authority is forcing hospitals to update equipment, digital systems and procurement plans on a tighter schedule.
GAAPP launches African and Middle East alliance on lung health
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GAAPP and 22 member groups from 10 African countries have formed AMEA to push awareness, earlier diagnosis and better treatment for respiratory and allergic diseases.
BASF South Africa unveils STEM school upgrade for 60th anniversary
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BASF South Africa marked 60 years in the country on Mandela Day by launching a phased STEM education legacy project at Sandringham High School in Johannesburg.
In-Mold Labels Market Seen Reaching $4.9 Billion by 2035
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The global in-mold labels market is projected to grow from $2.84 billion in 2025 to $4.90 billion by 2035 as recyclability rules push brands toward mono-material packaging.
VIP Coatings pitches polyurea as a fix for South Africa’s infrastructure risk
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VIP Coatings is promoting polyurea and polyaspartic coating systems as South Africa pours more than R1 trillion into roads, water networks and other infrastructure.
Shuwen Biotech launches South African study of preeclampsia test
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Shuwen Biotech has started a prospective clinical study in South Africa to evaluate CercaTest RED, a urine-based point-of-care test, for short-term prediction of preeclampsia in high-risk pregnant women.
Kelpak targets transplant stress for Mexican vegetable growers
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Kelpak is positioning its seaweed-based biostimulant as a way for Mexican vegetable growers to blunt transplant shock and improve early crop establishment.
South Africa ICT market seen reaching $89.64B by 2035
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South Africa’s information and communication technology market is projected to nearly double by 2035 as cloud adoption, AI, cybersecurity spending and broadband expansion accelerate across the economy.
Vishal Arya builds eight AI businesses on one shared architecture
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Vishal Arya, chairman and group CEO of MatchBest Group, is expanding a multi-vertical AI platform built on shared governance, compliance, and orchestration.
Global Citizen and Waislitz Foundation name 2026 award winners
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Global Citizen and the Waislitz Foundation announced three recipients of the 2026 Global Citizen Waislitz Awards in Johannesburg on Aug. 18, with each winner set to receive $100,000. The grants will support climate-smart food production, waterless…
WHX returns to Nairobi as East Africa's healthcare market expands
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WHX will return to Nairobi from Sept. 16-18, 2026, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre for its 10th edition, drawing more than 5,500 attendees and 200-plus exhibitors from over 30 countries.
Spence-Chapin opens Arizona offices in Phoenix and Tucson
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Spence-Chapin Services to Families and Children is expanding in Arizona with offices in Phoenix and Tucson to broaden access to adoption, counseling and family support services.
Camphor Church plans back-to-school day for 450 families in Philadelphia
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Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church will host its annual Back to School Community Day on Aug. 22 in Philadelphia, with free supplies, food, haircuts and family activities.
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