Africa: Phase 2 Clinical Trial Results Show Potential to Shorten TB Treatment Time

Africa: Phase 2 Clinical Trial Results Show Potential to Shorten TB Treatment Time

Sorfequiline, previously known as TBAJ-876, was evaluated in combination with pretomanid and linezolid in a randomized, controlled trial in people with drug-sensitive TB COPENHAGEN (November 19, 2025)—New clinical trial results presented by TB Alliance at the Union World Conference on Lung Health show that the novel antibiotic candidate sorfequiline (TBAJ-876), a next-generation diarylquinoline, has the…

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Data foundations unlock AI potential

Data foundations unlock AI potential

Candice Solomons, Business Executive: Data & Analytics at iOCO. As organisations move from disparate proofs of concept (POCs) to enterprise-wide AI deployments, it is crucial for them to build high-quality, properly governed data foundations to ensure that their AI investments deliver the expected operational benefits, business value such as long-term efficiency, and ROI. This is…

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iOCO cuts debt by R354m, eyes three potential deals

iOCO cuts debt by R354m, eyes three potential deals

iOCO co-CEO Rhys Summerton. (Photograph supplied) Listed technology company iOCO is reducing its debt over time, having substantially trimmed its bank loans before pursuing acquisitions, with three potential deals already identified. For the first time in three years, iOCO reported strong operating cash flows with focused resource and capital allocation, while also reducing short- and…

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African Collaboration in the Space Domain Holds Potential for Continental Benefits

African Collaboration in the Space Domain Holds Potential for Continental Benefits

Africa’s ability to realize the national security, communications, development, and disaster mitigation benefits from satellites and other space technology relies on optimizing opportunities for collaboration. March 2024 ushered in a new era of Africa’s relationship with the space domain. That month, a severed submarine cable caused internet outages across 13 West African countries. Businesses, banks,…

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Africa: Somaliland – How a Port Town in Africa Highlights the Potential of Frontier Markets

Africa: Green Investment Useful for Unlocking Africa’s Potential, Mitigating Climate Change

The term “green investment” describes the allocation of resources to businesses, initiatives, or technological advancements that benefit the environment. This form of investment is intended to enhance sustainability, lower carbon emissions, and aid in the transition to a low-carbon economy Renewable energy sources like solar, wind, hydropower, and geothermal energy projects are typically included in…

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