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KeraLink International tops 4 million lives impacted
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KeraLink International says it has now impacted more than 4 million lives through global vision care programs, with nearly 3 million of those reached since January 2025. The milestone underscores the nonprofit’s push to expand access to eye care,…
Global Citizen and Waislitz Foundation name 2026 award winners
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Global Citizen and the Waislitz Foundation announced three recipients of the 2026 Global Citizen Waislitz Awards in Johannesburg on Aug. 18, with each winner set to receive $100,000. The grants will support climate-smart food production, waterless…
Dr. Pam Mullarkey Robbins publishes dementia caregiving book rooted in personal experience
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Books to Life Marketing is promoting a new book by Dr. Pam Mullarkey Robbins that blends true caregiving stories, humor and practical encouragement for families facing dementia.
Taiwan and WUCWO launch digital empowerment project for women leaders in Africa
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The World Union of Catholic Women’s Organisations and Taiwan unveiled a new digital empowerment initiative in Rome on August 18, 2026, aimed at women leaders and Catholic networks in five African countries.
Million Tarpaulin expands global tarpaulin manufacturing footprint
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Linyi Million Plastic Products Co., Ltd., which operates as Million Tarpaulin, says it has grown from a 2006 startup into a four-base manufacturer serving customers in more than 100 countries.
WHX Nairobi aligns with Kenya’s SHA shift as hospitals face new procurement deadlines
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Kenya’s move from NHIF to the Social Health Authority is forcing hospitals to update equipment, digital systems and procurement plans on a tighter schedule.
Accops taps Mart Networks to expand secure workspace sales across Africa
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Accops has named Nairobi-based Mart Networks as its authorised, non-exclusive distributor in East and West Africa to push secure digital workspace adoption.
JET podcast spotlights Global South climate voices
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JET — The Just Energy Transition Podcast has launched from Pretoria and is now streaming at jetvoices.com, with early episodes featuring climate activists and clean-energy thinkers from Uganda, South Africa, Nigeria and across the continent.
SHOWAbility says accessibility campaign expanded opportunities for artists with disabilities
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Atlanta nonprofit SHOWAbility says its yearlong accessibility campaign has helped artists with disabilities reach major stages, build new partnerships and push disability inclusion in the performing arts.
Sentinel Foundation expands OSINT work in child protection cases
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Sentinel Foundation said OSINT Industries helped drive child protection investigations, partner training, and survivor support across domestic and international operations in Q1 2026. The nonprofit reported 12 children rescued overseas, 69…
TGUP launches junior science lab kit for Kenyan schools
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The Global Uplift Project has released a junior version of its Science Lab in a Box for junior high schools in Africa, with Kenya as the first market.
Influential Women honors Maria A. Komugabe for geospatial health innovation
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Influential Women recognized Maria A. Komugabe, Ph.D., for using geospatial data science, AI and predictive GIS tools to improve malaria response and other public health delivery in underserved communities.
Greenpeace MENA premieres climate documentary in Beirut
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Greenpeace MENA screened Under the Sun in Beirut on July 3, bringing together more than 60 attendees for a discussion of climate justice, resilience and storytelling.
Greenpeace brings climate documentary 'Under the Sun' to Beirut
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Greenpeace Middle East and North Africa premiered the documentary Under the Sun in Beirut on July 3, using stories from Lebanon and across the Global South to frame climate change as a justice issue.
Dr. Shanequa E. Wilson to receive iChange Nations award in Nairobi
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iChange Nations™ will honor Dr. Shanequa E. Wilson with the Ruben M. West Voice of Change Award at a public ceremony on July 18, 2026, in Nairobi, Kenya.
Stationed at Home expands to 40-plus international territories
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Freestyle Digital Media has launched the indie drama Stationed at Home for digital rent or purchase across more than 40 territories worldwide starting July 2, 2026. The release follows the film’s North American run and broadens its global…
WMF 2026 brings 3,000 startups and investors to Bologna
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World Startup & VC Fest returns June 24-26 at WMF 2026 in Bologna, drawing more than 3,000 startups, investors, and corporates from 80+ countries.
Anthem Film Festival returns to Las Vegas with FreedomFest
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The Anthem Film Festival will run July 8-11, 2026, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas as part of FreedomFest, with access included for conference pass holders.
Report says Kenya could shape Africa’s nicotine pouch rules
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A new report says Kenya’s nicotine pouch regulations could influence tobacco harm-reduction policy across East Africa and beyond.
Lingyin expands supply chain network for African construction projects
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Guangzhou Lingyin Building Materials Co., Ltd. has expanded its manufacturing and logistics network to serve construction buyers across Africa with windows, doors, cabinetry and other building products.
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