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Firstbank empowers women entrepreneurs through maiden spark a gem challenge
FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and the leading financial inclusion service provider, has reinforced its commitment to empowering women-owned businesses with the successful execution of the maiden edition of Spark A Gem Challenge. The initiative, a flagship Women-Preneur Pitch-a-Ton programme under the Bank’s FirstGem proposition, was designed to provide women entrepreneurs with access to
Candida auris: Deadly drug-resistant fungus spreads across 23 US states; symptoms, risks and all you need to know
Synopsis Candida auris, a deadly fungus, has spread across twenty-three states in the United States. This invasive yeast causes severe and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable patients. The fungus spreads easily in healthcare facilities and is resistant to many disinfectants. Some strains are multidrug-resistant, making treatment extremely challenging for infected individuals. Public health officials
DYCM secures funding for 1GW module assembly plant in California
Latest DYCM’s California module assembly plant is expected to begin commercial shipments of its first heterojunction modules in Q4 2026. Image: Markus Spiske via Unsplash. US module manufacturer DYCM Solar Modules has closed an investment roundto fund the growth of its business and its solar module assembly plant in California, US. The funding was secured
Discussion | Hypertension remains a ‘silent’ killer in SA
DStv Channel 403 Tuesday, 17 June 2025 Saturday 17 May 2025 - 08:58am PHILADELPHIA - On 17 May 2025 is World Hypertension Day. Often known as a silent killer, Hypertension affects countless individuals without their awareness. WATCH | World Hypertension Day | The importance of taking charge of your health Health experts are urging everyone
Discussion | Takealot expands franchise model to townships
DStv Channel 403 Friday, 13 June 2025 Saturday 12 April 2025 - 14:20pm CAPE TOWN - Takealot Group has launched a Franchisee Development Programme aimed at empowering township entrepreneurs and growing e-commerce access in underserved areas. WATCH | Competition Commission recommends new rules for digital businesses to help SMMEs The initiative is focused on areas
BTB Monday Discussion: What is your favorite Dallas Cowboys documentary or film?
When it comes to the Dallas Cowboys the best part about them is obviously watching their games. Football has grown and evolved so much to the point that following the team is now a huge experience. Ultimately though, whatever thoughts and energy we put into the team, at the end of the day the most
Discussion | ANC meets political parties to reconfigure govenrment
PRETORIA - The ANC is meeting the Freedom Front Plus today. It's part of a series of meeting with political parties to reconfigure the Government of National Unity. WATCH | GNU stability rests on shoulders of ANC and DA - Analyst Part of those discussions will be dispute resolution mechanisms. Disagreements have thus far been
BTB Tuesday Discussion: Are you drafting NFC East players in your dynasty leagues?
It has been a week and change since the NFL Draft wrapped up which means that if you are in a dynasty fantasy football league you may have been drafting recently yourself. For those unaware, a dynasty league is similar to your traditional fantasy football league, but you hold the players for all of time
Discussion | Can Gauteng overcome its investment obstacles?
JOHANNESBURG - Gauteng will host its highly anticipated investment summit this week. READ: Gauteng Sopa | Lesufi identifies 13 pressing challenges It aims to attract over R800-billion in investments but with ongoing challenges facing the province, the big question remains, can Gauteng truly draw in the investors it needs? Despite facing issues like high unemployment
BTB Tuesday Discussion: Which NFC East draft pick concerns you the most?
Last week’s NFL Draft saw the Dallas Cowboys get better as a football team, but unfortunately it also provided an opportunity for the rest of the NFC East to improve their roster as well. With the Philadelphia Eagles winning the Super Bowl and the Washington Commanders losing to them in the NFC Championship Game they
Discussion | Gauteng Education gives tuck shops, food vendors green light to operate on school premises
JOHANNESBURG - The Gauteng education department has given tuck shops and food vendors the green light to operate again on school premises. But only if they comply with requirements. READ: [WATCH | Gauteng Education Dept's Steve Mabona talks on school bullying] The province suspended food sales in and near schools earlier this month in response
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Firstbank empowers women entrepreneurs through maiden spark a gem challenge
FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and the leading financial inclusion service provider, has reinforced its commitment to empowering women-owned businesses with the successful execution of the maiden edition of Spark A Gem Challenge. The initiative, a flagship Women-Preneur Pitch-a-Ton programme under the Bank’s FirstGem proposition, was designed to provide women entrepreneurs with access to
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Candida auris: Deadly drug-resistant fungus spreads across 23 US states; symptoms, risks and all you need to know
Synopsis Candida auris, a deadly fungus, has spread across twenty-three states in the United States. This invasive yeast causes severe and sometimes fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable patients. The fungus spreads easily in healthcare facilities and is resistant to many disinfectants. Some strains are multidrug-resistant, making treatment extremely challenging for infected individuals. Public health officials
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DYCM secures funding for 1GW module assembly plant in California
Latest DYCM’s California module assembly plant is expected to begin commercial shipments of its first heterojunction modules in Q4 2026. Image: Markus Spiske via Unsplash. US module manufacturer DYCM Solar Modules has closed an investment roundto fund the growth of its business and its solar module assembly plant in California, US. The funding was secured
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How GIG Mobility’s Next Titan Partnership Could Benefit Nigerian SMEs
GIG Mobility has joined The Next Titan as the official mobility partner for the entrepreneurial reality show’s 11th season. The partnership is designed to support Nigeria’s grassroots business ecosystem by handling transportation for contestants, production crews and event organisers throughout the programme. Filming a nationwide reality show involves moving people between boot camps, events and
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Amadeus delivers a strong H1 2026 despite a challenging operating environment
Par Bruno COURTIN Published on 5 Aug 2026 - Updated on 5 Aug 2026 2 min reading time The Group generates revenue from three complementary businesses: providing technology solutions for the airline industry, commissions on GDS sales, and providing end-to-end solutions for the travel and hospitality world. Despite still accounting for a modest share of