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Building refinery was biggest risk of my career – Dangote

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has revealed that he used all his assets as collateral and gave a personal guarantee to secure the initial $3.7bn loan for his refinery and fertiliser projects. Dangote made the disclosure during an exclusive interview with Arise News, describing the investment as the biggest risk he had taken in…

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Rwanda: Breaking the Silence Around Sexual and Reproductive Health

[New Times] Alexa Gabriella Mugisha spent years believing that the severe pain she experienced during her periods was normal.

  • 22-year-old student experienced severe period pain, diagnosed with fibroid
  • Established Our Sisu to address reproductive health education gaps
  • Barriers like cost and social stigma hinder access to sexual and reproductive health services

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Rwanda: WASAC Seeks New Contractor for Rubavu Waste Treatment Project

[New Times] WASAC Development Ltd is seeking a new contractor to complete the construction of a faecal sludge treatment plant and landfill in Rubavu Town after terminating the previous contract over…

  • WASAC seeks new contractor for Rubavu waste treatment project
  • Rwf4.1 billion project halted due to previous contractor's poor performance
  • New plant to treat 45.7 cubic meters/day and landfill for 35.9 tonnes/day

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Stubb: Trump's demand for Nato members' spending boost strengthened alliance

The Finnish president said his relationship with Trump is "very pragmatic", news agency AFP reports.

  • US President Donald Trump praised Finnish President Alexander Stubb's pragmatic relationship.
  • Finland received 13 billion euros investment from Google, amid Trump's criticism of tech firms.
  • Trump's call for NATO members to increase defense spending has helped Finland's defense budget.

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Caleb Amisi explains how Linda Mwananchi funded its activities before paybill

Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi has defended retired President Uhuru Kenyatta over claims linking him to Linda Mwananchi, saying he saw no involvement by the fourth president during his time…

  • Caleb Amisi defended Uhuru Kenyatta's non-involvement in Linda Mwananchi during his tenure.
  • Linda Mwananchi funded activities through member contributions before its paybill launch.
  • Amisi claimed lack of evidence for Uhuru Kenyatta's alleged financial support.

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Increase in air pollution takes a toll on your sleep

The human respiratory system is extremely sensitive to short-term fine particulate matter changes even in relatively clean urban environments, a new study found.

  • Even in cities below WHO limits, pollution still causes respiratory symptoms
  • 10-microgram-per-cubic-meter increase leads to 2.4% rise in coughing
  • Night-time coughing disrupts sleep and links to broader health issues

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No criminal element in Putrajaya teen’s fatal fall, police confirm

POLICE have confirmed there was no criminal element in the death of a 15-year-old girl who fell from an apartment building in Presint 5 in Putrajaya on Saturday.

  • 15-year-old girl died from fall in Putrajaya apartment
  • Police classify death as sudden, no criminal involvement
  • Incident reported at 10:33 PM Saturday evening

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2027: Cost of APC govs, Wike fight

The fight between the All Progressives Congress (APC) governors and the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, which blew open Monday night, may shape the outcome of the 2027…

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The benefits of expanding your business offerings

Relying on one type of work leaves a construction business exposed to whatever happens to that particular segment of the market.

  • Expanding service range reduces risk from market downturns.
  • Repair and maintenance work grew despite 11.8% construction order decline.
  • Future Homes and Buildings Standards create new growth opportunities.

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Mudavadi celebrates driver Gideon Kisangi after 40 years of service

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has celebrated the retirement of his longtime driver, Gideon Kisangi, praising his loyalty, dedication and professionalism over more than 40 years. In a heartfelt tribute, Mudavadi said Kisangi’s journey with the Mudavadi family began when he briefly drove his father, the late Moses Mudavadi…

  • Mudavadi praised Kisangi's unwavering loyalty, dedication, and professionalism.
  • Kisangi maintained spotless driving record with zero accidents during 40-year tenure.
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