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Nigeria exposes citizens to health risks, loses N200bn annually over ineffective SSB tax – CAPPA
Premium Times
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July 8, 2025
Nigeria is losing over N200 billion annually due to poor implementation of its Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has said, warning of the growing public health and economic...
Freeholder of East London African grill wants 'perfectly legal' special licence - locals flag fears
MyLondon
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July 11, 2025
The landlord of an African grill restaurant has seen pushback over his bid to strengthen control over the building, with residents highlighting concerns over two rape allegations at a nightclub he also owns the freehold for. Residents raised...
Aishat Anaekwe, cultural catalyst for Africa’s economic transformation
Business Day
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July 11, 2025
Aishat Yetunde Anaekwe is a globally influential strategic brand leader and institutional architect redefining how trust, growth, and cultural relevance are built across Africa’s most dynamic sectors. With over 14 years of experience spanning...
Nigeria losing over N200 billion yearly without stronger sugary drink tax- CAPPA director
Nairametrics
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July 8, 2025
Executive Director of the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), Akinbode Oluwafemi, has called on the Federal Government to urgently increase the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) tax, warning that Nigeria is missing out...
Nigeria Losing Over N200b Annually From Weak Sugar Tax Implementation – CAPPA
New Telegraph
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July 8, 2025
The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has revealed that Nigeria is losing over ₦200 billion annually due to ineffective implementation of the Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSB) tax. Speaking at a media roundtable on...
Morocco, Poland discuss means to strengthen trade relations in Warsaw
Hespress
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July 8, 2025
Morocco’s Secretary of State in charge of Foreign Trade, Omar Hejira, held talks on Monday in Warsaw with Polish counterpart Michal Brunowski on ways to strengthen trade between the two countries. This visit is part of the implementation of the...
Safety evaluation of an extension of use of the food enzyme β‐galactosidase from the genetically modified Aspergillus niger strain TOL
EFSA - The European Food Safety Authority
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July 10, 2025
Abstract The food enzyme β‐galactosidase (β‐d‐galactoside galactohydrolase, EC 3.2.1.23) is produced with the genetically modified Aspergillus niger strain TOL by DSM Food Specialties B.V. A safety evaluation of this food enzyme was made...
Regenerative Agriculture Market Size, Share, Trends Analysis And Strategy Forecast 2025-2034 - The Industry Is Expected To Mature Into A Collaborative Ecosystem
MENAFN
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July 16, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Key drivers include sustainable farming practices, ESG commitments, and climate resilience. Emerging technologies and certifications are catalyzing market expansion worldwide. Dublin, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)...
Nigeria losing over N200b from SSB tax yearly – CAPPA
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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July 8, 2025
The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has condemned the loss of over N200 billion annually due to gaps in the implementation of the sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) tax. CAPPA’s Executive Director, Mr. Akinbode...
Latest opening: Shwen Shwen
Restaurant
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What: A creative fine dining restaurant inspired by the flavours of Sierra Leone. In the Kent market town of Sevenoaks, Shwen Shwen takes its name from the Krio – the West African country’s principal language – for “fancy.” The restaurant offers à...
International Food Show for Africa opens in Tunis
Xinhua News Agency
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An exhibitor prepares food at the International Food Show for Africa in Tunis, Tunisia, July 9, 2025. The exhibition opened on Wednesday in Tunis, the capital of Tunisia, attracting manufacturers, exporters, international distributors, scholars...
How Modern Apps Are Powering 24/7 Trading For Nigerians—Even When Markets Are “Sleeping”
Biz Watch Nigeria
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July 10, 2025
Once upon a time, trading used to follow strict hours. The market opened, the market closed, and if you missed the window—well, better luck tomorrow. But for many savvy Nigerians today, that timeline is obsolete. Thanks to modern apps, trading has...
Born in apartheid-era South Africa, Australia’s antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal champions defunding plan to curb Jewish hate
The Economic Times
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July 10, 2025
Australia’s special envoy to combat antisemitism, Jillian Segal, has proposed a wide-ranging strategy that could see funding removed from universities, cultural bodies, media outlets, and charities if they fail to prevent or address antisemitism....
The Emmys in focus - what you need to know
RTE Ireland
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July 16, 2025
The psychological thriller Severance from Apple TV+ and HBO's Colin Farrell-starring crime drama The Penguin have stacked up the most nominations for Emmy Awards, outpacing The Studio and The White Lotus in the contest for television's highest...
SSB tax: Nigeria facing alarming rise in non-communicable diseases – CAPPA
Daily Post
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July 10, 2025
The Executive Director of Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, CAPPA, Mr Akinbode Oluwafemi, has urged journalists to intensify conversation about sugary drinks and its relations with public health and Nigeria’s economic...
Le Méridien Debuts in Morocco with Chic New Casablanca Flagship
Travel Market Report - New York
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Photo: Courtesy of Le Méridien Marriott has planted a new flag in North Africa with the launch of Le Méridien Casablanca, which officially opened its doors on July 1. The debut marks the brand’s first entry into Morocco and underscores Marriott’s...
International Council for Beverages Association tackles WHO on SSB tax
Eagle Online
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July 10, 2025
The International Council for Beverages Association has expressed deep concern about the World Health Organization’s continued disregard of a decade-long fact-based evidence showing that taxing sugar-sweetened beverages has never improved health...
Virginia-based Hubs Peanuts names founders’ grandson next president and CEO
The Virginian-Pilot
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July 16, 2025
Hubbard Peanut Co. — affectionately known as Hubs Peanuts — has moved into its third generation of family leadership. Marshall Rabil, grandson of company founders Dorothy “Dot” and H.J. Hubbard, took over as president and CEO on June 1. He follows...
Being South African, becoming Jewish
The Jewish Standard
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July 10, 2025
“Don’t Let’s Go to the Dogs Tonight” is a rare instance where a filmmaker and a film are so perfectly matched they virtually become one. It’s based on a memoir of the same name by Alexandra Fuller, about growing up in Rhodesia-Zimbabwe during the...
Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa empowers 113 informal traders in Ekurhuleni through Township Economy Revitalisation Programme
IOL
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Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA), in partnership with the City of Ekurhuleni’s Department of Development Planning and Real Estate, hosted a certification and equipment handover ceremony in June. The event recognised 113 informal traders...