Grit

World’s First Fungi-Based Yogurt from Nature’s Fynd™ Launching At Whole Foods Market Stores Nationally

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Monday, January 29, 2024

Dairy-Free Fy Yogurt is a category first and the company is launching their new-to-the-world product at Whole Foods Market stores nationwide.

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  • Dairy-Free Fy Yogurt is a category first and the company is launching their new-to-the-world product at Whole Foods Market stores nationwide.
  • All three lines will be available nationally at the organic and natural foods grocer later this month.
  • Fy is then crafted into delicious dairy-free Fy cream cheese, meatless Fy breakfast patties and now dairy-free Fy yogurt.
  • “Whole Foods Market is continually seeking new-to-market products that meet the diverse needs and desires of our consumers,” said Walter Ballenger, Whole Foods Market Category Merchant.

Result of AGM

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Total number of shares in issue as at the date of the AGM was 495,092,339.

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  • Total number of shares in issue as at the date of the AGM was 495,092,339.
  • Shareholders are further invited to forward their concerns/questions on the remuneration policy to the company secretary in writing by close of business on Wednesday, 10 January 2024.
  • An update on the views received from shareholders and actions taken will be published no later than six months after the meeting with the dissenting shareholders.
  • In accordance with Listing Rules 9.6.2 and 9.6.3 of the UK Financial Conduct Authority ("FCA"), a copy of the resolutions passed at the AGM has been submitted to the FCA via the National Storage Mechanism and will shortly be available to the public for inspection at: https://data.fca.org.uk/#/nsm/nationalstoragemechanism .

Board and Executive changes

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, December 20, 2023

(“Grit” or the “Company” and, together with its subsidiaries, the "Group")

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  • (“Grit” or the “Company” and, together with its subsidiaries, the "Group")
    The board of Directors (the "Board") of Grit Real Estate Income Group Limited, a leading pan-African impact real estate company focused on investing in, developing and actively managing a diversified portfolio of assets underpinned by predominantly US$ and Euro denominated long-term leases with high quality multi-national tenants, today announces changes to the Board.
  • The Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Nigel Nunoo as independent Non-Executive Director with effect from 19 December 2023.
  • Nigel is an experienced Global Senior Executive with 20+ years of tenure at Prudential Financial, Inc.
  • Leon van de Moortele, Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer of the Grit group, is taking a medical leave of absence.

FDA Roundup: November 14, 2023

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

As of November 13, 2023, there have been 22 reports of illness potentially linked to recalled product submitted to the FDA.

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  • As of November 13, 2023, there have been 22 reports of illness potentially linked to recalled product submitted to the FDA.
  • The FDA is continuing to evaluate incoming adverse reports of illnesses.
  • The FDA's investigation is ongoing to determine the source of lead contamination and whether additional products are linked to illnesses.
  • The FDA will update this advisory as information becomes available.

University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Scholars Present at International Association for Educational Communication and Technology Convention

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

Researchers from University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR) and Center for Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Research (CWDIR) presented multiple research studies at the 2023 Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) International Convention “AECT 100: Reflections and Transformations,” which celebrated the organization’s 100th year on October 15-19, 2023.

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  • Researchers from University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies Center for Educational and Instructional Technology Research (CEITR) and Center for Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Research (CWDIR) presented multiple research studies at the 2023 Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) International Convention “AECT 100: Reflections and Transformations,” which celebrated the organization’s 100th year on October 15-19, 2023.
  • The annual convention brings together educational researchers and practitioners interested in learning design, performance improvement, and educational uses of technology.
  • The transformation of educational technology over the past few years has brought CEITR focus areas of education communications, access and learning discussions to the foreground.
  • CWDIR research teams examine the impact and opportunity of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and workforce, including that of educational and instructional environments and technology.

PDMR transfers

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Thursday, September 28, 2023

(“Grit” or the “Company” and, together with its subsidiaries, the "Group")

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  • (“Grit” or the “Company” and, together with its subsidiaries, the "Group")
    Grit Real Estate Income Group Limited has been notified that Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities ("PDMR") for the purposes of the Market Abuse Regulation ("MAR") have transferred previously vested long term incentive plan (LTI) shares from the Grit Executive Share Trust to their personal and trust accounts.
  • Following these transfers there is no change in previously announced PDMR shareholdings in the Company.
  • The Notification of Transaction Forms provided in accordance with the requirements of the MAR in relation to the transaction mentioned above are set out below.
  • The Company also announces that its UK Financial Adviser and Broker, finnCap Ltd, has changed its name to Cavendish Capital Markets Limited.

Svaha USA and Global Technology Expert Rhonda Vetere Launch Fashion Collection to Empower Women and Girls

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023

CHANTILLY, Va., Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SvahaUSA, the most successful online STEAM-themed clothing and accessories brand in the world, announced today a new STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) fashion collaboration with global technology leader and renowned STEAM ambassador, Rhonda Vetere. Svaha USA, with their online store at svahausa.com, is changing the face of women's and children's apparel by confronting gender stereotypes through its STEAM fashion brand. The company's designs are empowering women to show their love of all things STEAM in their everyday fashions and lifestyles - proof that brainy IS beautiful.

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  • "Rhonda embodies Svaha's mission through her accomplishments and her being such a great ambassador for STEAM," says Svaha CEO Jaya Iyer.
  • "The new collection is a perfect addition to our company's brand of inspiring young women to reach for the stars."
  • Svaha Founder Jaya Iyer shares, "I am thrilled to be collaborating with Rhonda on The Rhonda Vetere Svaha Global STEAM Collection - Rhonda embodies Svaha's mission through her accomplishments and her being such a great ambassador for STEAM.
  • The Rhonda Vetere Svaha Global STEAM Collection, available now exclusively at svahausa.com , includes fashions designed for both adults and kids which reflects both Vetere's and Svaha's passion for STEAM.

Acquisition of controlling interest of Gateway Real Estate African Limited ('GREA') and African Property Development Managers Limited ('APDM')

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

Grit now owns a direct interest of 51.48% in GREA and a 78.95% shareholding in APDM.

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  • Grit now owns a direct interest of 51.48% in GREA and a 78.95% shareholding in APDM.
  • GREA successfully completed several developments during the three-phase acquisition timeframe which has materially derisked the transaction for Grit shareholders.
  • Bronwyn Knight, CEO of Grit Real Estate Income Group Limited, commented:
    “Concluding the acquisition of controlling interests in GREA and APDM are significant milestones towards our Grit 2.0 vision of setting global benchmarks in Africa.
  • Acquisition of the additional 16.47% interest in GREA:
    The Gross Assets the subject of the transaction are USD174.1 million.

Sale of remaining interest in Letlole La Rona Limited

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, June 22, 2023

(“Grit” or the “Company” and, together with its subsidiaries, the "Group")

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  • (“Grit” or the “Company” and, together with its subsidiaries, the "Group")
    SALE OF REMAINING INTEREST IN LETLOLE LA RONA LIMITED, BOTSWANA
    The board of Directors (the “Board”) of Grit Real Estate Income Group Limited, announces the disposal of its remaining 6.75% interest in Letlole la Rona (“LLR”), an associate owning predominantly industrial assets in Botswana.
  • Grit executed a sale of 18,911,932 shares on the Botswana Stock Exchange at a price of 2.50 Botswanan Pula (“BWP”) per share in cash.
  • Sale proceeds amount to BWP 47.3 million (US$ 3.6 million).
  • In the 12 months to 22 June 2023 Grit has, in aggregate, disposed of a 25.1% interest in LLR.

DUNN-EDWARDS CORPORATION ANNOUNCES 2024 COLOR + DESIGN TRENDS TO WATCH

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

LOS ANGELES, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunn-Edwards Corporation has announced its 2024 Color + Design Trends, a collection of 48 hues across four inspired color palettes: New Dawn, Time of Comfort, View to Wonder and Cinematic Heritage. The expert-curated palettes project confidence and optimism for the future with misty, ethereal mid-tones, quirky brights, and strong earth-drawn colors.

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  • LOS ANGELES, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Dunn-Edwards Corporation has announced its 2024 Color + Design Trends, a collection of 48 hues across four inspired color palettes: New Dawn, Time of Comfort, View to Wonder and Cinematic Heritage.
  • Each year, Dunn-Edwards color and design experts immerse themselves in emerging movements across fashion, technology, art, and popular culture to pinpoint key design themes and color stories reflecting the coming year.
  • Browse the 2024 Color + Design Trends palettes, videos where the palettes come to life, and digital book here .
  • Hues featured in the 2024 Color + Design Trends are part of Dunn-Edwards Perfect Palette®, the designer-preferred color system created by the brand's color experts.