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Workable becomes Africa’s first WELL-rated flex workspace
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Workable Nairobi has become the first shared workspace operator in Africa to earn the WELL Coworking Rating, a milestone that adds third-party validation to its wellness-led positioning.
Former Mauritius president wins global voice of change award in Zimbabwe
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Former Mauritius President Dr. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim received three international honors at the iChange Nations Global Leadership and Humanitarian Awards on July 21 in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
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.
African Adventure Specialists touts East Africa as a 2027 travel destination
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African Adventure Specialists says East Africa is gaining momentum as travelers look for more immersive holidays in 2027. The company is highlighting Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda for safaris, gorilla tracking, beaches and multi-country…
King Dr. Ruben M. West named among top 100 international leaders
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The International College of Peace Studies in Nairobi has recognized HRH King Dr. Ruben Maurice West of the United States for humanitarian service, peacebuilding and diplomatic work across multiple regions.
Chancen International targets 60,000 students with fair financing model
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Chancen International plans to expand its outcomes-based education financing model across Africa, aiming to reach 60,000 students and deploy $130 million by 2029. The Rwanda-based social enterprise says its repayment rate is above 95% after…
Helpster passes 5,000 lives saved, targets another 5,000 by year-end
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Helpster Charity says it has saved more than 5,000 lives by mid-2026, doubling the patient impact it recorded in all of 2025. The health-tech charity now aims to reach 10,000 lives saved by Dec. 31 through faster verification, more hospital…
Zayed Sustainability Prize closes 2027 submissions with record 10,233 entries
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The Zayed Sustainability Prize has ended submissions for its 2027 cycle with 10,233 entries from 177 countries, its highest total ever.
AITEC World sets London and Addis events to push African tourism integration
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AITEC World has announced two global tourism gatherings for late 2026 in London and Addis Ababa, framing them as a push for more African travel, investment and trade.
Tourism event market seen reaching $2.5 trillion by 2032
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The global tourism event market is projected to grow from $1.6 trillion in 2022 to $2.5 trillion by 2032, driven by more corporate, sports, entertainment and cultural events and wider use of mobile ticketing.
Ahmad Tea teams with Antoine Semenyo for Hong Kong preseason event
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Ahmad Tea hosted Manchester City striker Antoine Semenyo in Hong Kong on Aug. 2 for a tea tasting tied to its global “Preparation Is Everything” campaign.
Grand Butterfly Gathering spans 100 countries with peace and conservation focus
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The Grand Butterfly Gathering 2026 brought together participants in more than 100 countries under the theme “Wings of Purpose,” linking local events from Wyoming to Kenya and Nepal with peace education, youth mentorship and conservation.
Embedded finance market seen hitting $1.17T by 2035
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The global embedded finance market is projected to grow from $202.8 billion in 2026 to $1.17 trillion by 2035, as non-financial brands add payments, lending, insurance and other financial products inside their apps and platforms.
UN forum side event pushes volunteer ecosystems and youth leadership
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At a 2026 United Nations High-level Political Forum side event in New York, volunteer leaders and young representatives argued that stronger volunteer systems, safer digital tools and youth-led action are essential to delivering the Sustainable…
Carnival backs U.S. 250th anniversary events in the Caribbean
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Carnival Corporation supported U.S. Embassy celebrations in The Bahamas, Belize and Panama marking the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.
Humanity's Team Worldwide names 68 volunteer country coordinators
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Humanity’s Team Worldwide says its new 68-person volunteer network spans six continents and is aimed at turning its message of human interconnection into local action.
ISAC names 2026 award winners at CYTO in Florida
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The International Society for Advancement of Cytometry announced its 2026 Society Awards and recognized three Shared Resource Laboratories at CYTO 2026 in West Palm Beach, Florida.
MLife Music Group and Mazalito back global rollout of Beautiful Day
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MLife Music Group and Mazalito have formed a partnership to expand Beautiful Day, a multicultural anthem tied to unity, peace and social impact ahead of the FIFA World Cup. The campaign will use music, sport and community outreach to widen the…
ADIFF launches Family Films virtual series July 10-19
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The African Diaspora International Film Festival will stream its third Virtual Film Series offering, Family Films, nationwide July 10-19, 2026. The eight-film lineup mixes animation, drama, documentary and adventure, with tickets priced at $10 per…
Western Art Show returns to America's Mountain Festival in Woodland Park
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America’s Mountain Festival will feature the Western Art Show in Woodland Park, Colorado, on July 11, with 17 artists, 51 original works and public voting for top honors.
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