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S. Africa urges G20 to end exploitative extraction of nation's mineral resources
MENAFN
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July 10, 2025
(MENAFN) South Africa has called on the G20 to play a leading role in ending the exploitative extraction of Africa’s mineral resources and to support a more just and inclusive international system. The demand was made by Ronald Lamola, South...
S-Africa wants delay of US tariff increase deadline
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) South Africa has formally requested an extension from the United States on the approaching deadline for a tariff increase, as both nations continue to negotiate a trade agreement. Tensions between Pretoria and Washington have heightened...
S-Africa hits out at recent Trump tariffs
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) South Africa has strongly criticized the United States’ decision to impose a 30% tariff on its exports, calling the move unilateral and based on a misrepresentation of trade data. The tariff, announced by President Donald Trump on Monday,...
S-Africa demands BRICS leads global conflict resolution
MENAFN
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July 9, 2025
(MENAFN) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on BRICS nations to take a stronger leadership role in addressing global conflicts and overhauling international governance systems. Speaking at the opening of the 17th BRICS Summit in...
dmg events Announces New Partnership with Joseph McMonigle, Founder of the Global Center for Energy Analysis
EIN Presswire
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July 23, 2025
MILAN, ITALY, July 23, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- • Joseph McMonigle is a leading figure in the global energy sector, having previously served as the Secretary General of the International Energy Forum and Vice Chairman of the International...
Convenience Food Market Size Worth USD 856.71 Billion by 2034
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 1, 2025
Ottawa, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global convenience food market size accounted for USD 511.15 billion in 2024 and is expected to grow from USD 538.24 billion in 2025 to around USD 856.71 billion by 2034, expanding at a CAGR of 5.3%...
South African public officials' group is set to visit China
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) A group of South African public officials is set to visit China from July 7 to 27 as part of an exchange program focused on city governance, according to an announcement made by a South African official on Monday. The initiative is...
S-African prosecutors formulate last arguments in Albert Luthuli death inquest
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) South African prosecutors have been given four months to present their final arguments in the reopened inquest into the death of Nobel Peace Prize laureate and anti-apartheid icon, Inkosi Albert Luthuli. The case, overseen by Judge...
S-Africa wants to increase trade with Russia
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) South African Vice President Paul Mashatile has called on Russian businesses to invest in South Africa as part of an effort to double trade between the two BRICS countries. Mashatile made the appeal during a meeting with Russian Prime...
South African Leader responses to Trump’s comments on BRICS
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa on Monday responded firmly to remarks made by U.S. President Donald Trump, who recently warned of a 10% tariff on countries aligning with what he called the “anti-American policies” of the BRICS...
S-Africa contemplates closing Israeli embassy
MENAFN
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) South Africa’s Cabinet is expected to make a decision by the end of the year regarding the potential closure of the Israeli embassy in Pretoria. This update was provided by International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola...
Liberian activist states Trump’s African outreach is facade
MENAFN
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July 13, 2025
(MENAFN) Liberian civil rights activist Emmanuel Gonquoi has criticized US President Donald Trump’s outreach to Africa, claiming it is more about exploiting the continent’s resources than fostering genuine partnerships. In an interview with RT...
Trade, Industry and Competition on SA defence sector companies arrival in Türkiye
South African Government
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July 22, 2025
A group of South African companies that operate in the defence sector will participate in the International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF), taking place in Istanbul, Turkey, from 22-27 July 2025. This participation is facilitated by the Department...
Agriculture hosts foot and mouth disease indaba, 21 to 22 Jul
South African Government
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July 16, 2025
Pretoria – South Africa is currently experiencing significant and ongoing challenges with outbreaks of Foot and mouth disease (FMD) across several provinces, including KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Gauteng and last week it had spread to Free State....
Biopolymer Coatings Market to Surpass $2.3 Billion by 2034 as Brands Go Green Across Packaging and Industry
EIN Presswire
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July 22, 2025
Eco-friendly biopolymer coatings are disrupting packaging, automotive, electronics, and food sectors with innovative, compliant solutions. HYDERABAD, TELENGANA, INDIA, July 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- July 21, 2025 – The Biopolymer Coatings...
Vanadium Resources Limited (VR8.AX) Binding Offtake for 100K TPM Executed for Direct Shipping Ore
ABN Newswire
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July 22, 2025
Sydney, July 22, 2025 AEST (ABN Newswire) - Vanadium Resources Limited (ASX:VR8) (TR3:FRA) is pleased to announce that its subsidiary, Vanadium Resources (Pty) Limited ("VanRes"), has executed a binding Magnetite Ore Supply Agreement ("Agreement")...
Eastern Cape on 7th term Executive Council meeting
South African Government
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August 1, 2025
The Eastern Cape Executive Council (EXCO) held virtually its ordinary meeting of the 7th term, on 30 July 2025. A. Current Affairs 1. International Relations 1.1. Premier Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane will in the coming weeks lead a provincial...
[Latest] Global Cardiac Tissue Engineering Market Size/Share Worth USD 2,943.92 Million by 2034 at a 16.65% CAGR: Custom Market Insights (Analysis, Outlook, Leaders, Report, Trends, Forecast, Segmentation, Growth Rate, Value, SWOT Analysis)
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 21, 2025
Austin, TX, USA, July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Custom Market Insights has published a new research report titled “Cardiac Tissue Engineering Market Size, Trends and Insights By Material (Scaffold, Stem Cells), By Product (Heart Valve, Vascular...
Biodegradable Superabsorbent Material Market to Reach $357.3 Million by 2034 as Hygiene and Agriculture Advance
EIN Presswire
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July 21, 2025
Personal care, hygiene, agriculture, and healthcare sectors drive demand for plant-based and biodegradable superabsorbents. HYDERABAD, TELENGANA, INDIA, July 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The biodegradable superabsorbent material market is...
Biopolymer Films Market to Reach $15.4 Billion by 2034 as Packaging, Agriculture, and Hygiene Sectors Go Green
EIN Presswire
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July 21, 2025
Strong regulatory and consumer demand for sustainable packaging, mulch films, and hygiene drives biopolymer film innovation. HYDERABAD, TELENGANA, INDIA, July 21, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Biopolymer Films Market is set for rapid expansion,...