Cities in Africa

In a Recent Inter-Continental Video Conference, Ghanaian and U.S. Leaders Are Named to the Board of The Collaboration for IT and Communications Excellence

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Thursday, May 14, 2020
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In its new iteration, the foundation has initiated a process for incorporation in Ghana.

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  • In its new iteration, the foundation has initiated a process for incorporation in Ghana.
  • The executive committee is comprised of six persons, including A. Bruce Crawley(Philadelphia, PA), board chair; Ghanaian-born Dr. Samuel Quartey, board vice chair; Hon.
  • (Atlanta, Georgia), corporate secretary; Patricia Marshall Harris(Philadelphia, PA), executive director/treasurer; Manish Nambiar(Accra), board member; and Dzifa Gomashie(Accra), board member.
  • That, we thought, would help to expedite the delivery of ICT advantages to the schools, and to the Ghanaian economy, as a whole."

Lagos and Abuja Host Special Dinners on Citizenship by Investment

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Friday, March 6, 2020
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Attendees have the chance to find out about the world's first ever Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme directly from government officials and leading investor immigration experts.

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  • Attendees have the chance to find out about the world's first ever Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme directly from government officials and leading investor immigration experts.
  • The first dinner will take place in Lagos, at the Sheraton Lagos Hotel on Saturday, March the 7th.
  • The second dinner will be hosted in Abuja, at the Transcorp Hilton Abuja hotel on Monday, March the 9th.
  • In 2018, PM Harris introduced the Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF) as the fastest and safest route to citizenship.

MMS Holdings Doubles Growth in South Africa Region Amid Burgeoning Pharmaceutical Industry Locally

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Wednesday, November 20, 2019
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The MMS Bloemfontein office has steadily grown over the years to satisfy the rapid demand for clinical research services in the South African pharmaceutical market.

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  • The MMS Bloemfontein office has steadily grown over the years to satisfy the rapid demand for clinical research services in the South African pharmaceutical market.
  • In recognition of effective growth initiatives, MMS has promoted Alan Nicolle to the position of Senior Director, EU & South Africa Operations and Diederik Van Niekerk to the position of Senior Manager, South Africa Operations.
  • South Africa has been an area of focused growth for MMS due to its well-qualified workforce, strong infrastructure, along with data processing and quality focus.
  • The sustained growth of MMS in South Africa has surpassed our expectations, and I am proud to play a role in that story.

The Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Foundation Welcomes Dr. Wael Abdelaal to its U.S. Team

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Wednesday, October 30, 2019
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NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Foundation is pleased to welcome Dr. Wael Abdelaal to its U.S. team.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Foundation is pleased to welcome Dr. Wael Abdelaal to its U.S. team.
  • He will be instrumental in developing technical and funding partnerships to support the new Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre in Cairo.
  • "His insights will be invaluable to the progress of the Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Foundation and the new Global Heart Centre in Cairo."
  • The Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Foundation supports the Aswan Heart Centre in Upper Egypt and is raising funds for the future Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre in Cairo.

Johnson & Johnson Announces Six Winners of the Champions of Science Africa Innovation Challenge 2.0 at the 28th World Economic Forum on Africa

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Thursday, September 5, 2019
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CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Sept. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson & Johnson today announced the winners of the Champions of Science Africa Innovation Challenge 2.0 at the 28th World Economic Forum on Africa ( WEF ) in Cape Town, South Africa.

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  • CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Sept. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson & Johnson today announced the winners of the Champions of Science Africa Innovation Challenge 2.0 at the 28th World Economic Forum on Africa ( WEF ) in Cape Town, South Africa.
  • "The World Economic Forum is excited to partner in announcing the winners of the Africa Innovation Challenge 2.0 at this year's congress, which is focused on Innovation, Cooperation, Growth and Stability, critical areas that the challenge embodies," said Elsie Kanza, Head of Africa at the World Economic Forum.
  • For more information on the Africa Innovation Challenge and the stories of innovation from past winners, please visit www.jnjinnovation.com/africachallenge/ .
  • World Economic Forum on Africa, Cape Town, South Africa
    The Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies have a strong legacy in Africa.

Illinois American Water’s Cairo District Celebrates 20 Years of Excellence in Safety

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Tuesday, August 20, 2019
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Illinois American Waters Cairo District is celebrating two decades of safety excellence.

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  • Illinois American Waters Cairo District is celebrating two decades of safety excellence.
  • Mike Brown, operations superintendent for the Cairo District, credited the local team for their focus on safety.
  • The Illinois American Water Cairo District team has earned national recognition for their safety record.
  • About Illinois American Water - Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people.

Presidents of Rwanda, Senegal and DRC to Speak at the Largest Annual Gathering of African Entrepreneurs -- Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Forum

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Thursday, June 20, 2019
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LAGOS, Nigeria, June 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa's champion of entrepreneurship, has announced the line-up of speakers and activities for the 5th Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Forum-- the largest annual gathering of African entrepreneurs and the African entrepreneurship ecosystem.

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  • LAGOS, Nigeria, June 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa's champion of entrepreneurship, has announced the line-up of speakers and activities for the 5th Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Forum-- the largest annual gathering of African entrepreneurs and the African entrepreneurship ecosystem.
  • Every year, the Tony Elumelu Foundation hosts the largest gathering of African entrepreneurs, policymakers and business leaders in one location.
  • This year's Forum, themed "Empowering African Entrepreneurs", will take place at the iconic Transcorp Hilton Hotel, in Nigeria's capital city of Abuja.
  • At the 2018 forum, TEFConnect, the largest digital platform for African entrepreneurs was launched to connect entrepreneurs to the opportunities they need for business success.

Presidents of Rwanda, Senegal and DRC to Speak at the Largest Annual Gathering of African Entrepreneurs -- Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Forum

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Thursday, June 20, 2019
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Every year, the Tony Elumelu Foundation hosts the largest gathering of African entrepreneurs, policymakers and business leaders in one location.

Key Points: 
  • Every year, the Tony Elumelu Foundation hosts the largest gathering of African entrepreneurs, policymakers and business leaders in one location.
  • This year's Forum, themed "Empowering African Entrepreneurs", will take place at the iconic Transcorp Hilton Hotel, in Nigeria's capital city of Abuja.
  • The Forum will also include the UBA Marketplace, where UBA, Africa's global bank, brings together businesses from across the continent.
  • At the 2018 forum, TEFConnect, the largest digital platform for African entrepreneurs was launched to connect entrepreneurs to the opportunities they need for business success.

Wuhan Closes Acquisition of Biodelta Nutraceuticals Assets

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Thursday, June 6, 2019
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These assets will be part of our new operational facility located near Cape Town, South Africa ("Acquisition").

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  • These assets will be part of our new operational facility located near Cape Town, South Africa ("Acquisition").
  • This transaction enables Wuhan to produce 36,000 kg of marijuana in phase one (300k sq.
  • In addition, the facility will permit Wuhan to produce a very high-end organic CBD, eliminating market shortage risk and guaranteeing supply.
  • Biodelta Nutraceuticals (ISO 22000 and organic certified) is a Cape Town-based manufacturer and merchandiser of premium health products to all pharmacy & health shop chains across South Africa.

AJC Commends President Sisi Decisions on Bassatine Cemetery, Jewish Registry

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Friday, February 22, 2019
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CAIRO, Feb. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) commends Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's decisions to clean and protect the historic Jewish Bassatine Cemetery in Cairo and to make available the country's Jewish Communal registers.

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  • CAIRO, Feb. 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) commends Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi's decisions to clean and protect the historic Jewish Bassatine Cemetery in Cairo and to make available the country's Jewish Communal registers.
  • "Egypt's commitment to preserve Jewish sites and records is vitally important," said Rabbi Andrew Baker, AJC Director of International Jewish Affairs, who has visited Cairo regularly to meet with government officials.
  • Sisi's decision came after AJC leaders met with Prime Minster Mostafa Kemal Madbouly and Minister of Antiquities Khaled El-Anan in Cairo.
  • AJC works closely on Egyptian Jewish heritage issues with the Paris-based Nebi Daniel Association; with Magda Haroun, President of the Jewish Community of Cairo; and Samy Ibrahim, Director of the Drop of Milk Foundation, dedicated to preserving Egypt's Jewish past.