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South Africa is entering a powerful new era—driven by innovation, trade expansion, and fresh economic reforms. Want the latest African insights?
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November 26, 2025 at 7:23 AM

7th Global Mental Health Summit

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🟣Symposium: A Spotlight on Mental Health Innovation in Africa

Innovation rooted in Africa is shaping the future of mental health.🌍💡

📍 Cape Town, South Africa
🗓 10–12 November 2025

Collaboration in action with voices from 🇬🇧 UK, 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, and 🇰🇪 Kenya.

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November 7, 2025 at 7:03 AM

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Big news!
Open AIR researchers have secured CAD 750K from the IDRC & UK's FCDO for a new project: Catalyzing AI’s Potential in Africa through IP Innovation.

Read more: openair.africa/open-air-awa...

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Open AIR Awarded CAD 750,000 to Transform Artificial Intelligence Related Intellectual Property Law and Policy in Africa

Researchers from the Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR) network have been awarded almost CAD 750,000 for a new three-year research project, Catalyzing AI’s Potential in Africa through Intelle...

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October 22, 2025 at 6:47 PM

The MES Times

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A Kenyan entrepreneur has started a groundbreaking company that turns plastic waste into strong, eco-friendly building bricks. These bricks have been tested and found to be even stronger than regular concrete.

#GreenConstruction #PlasticRecycling #EcoBricks #SustainableHousing #InnovationInAfrica