Africa: AU Commission Chairperson Congratulates Algeria On Successful Launch Earth Observation Satellite

Africa: AU Commission Chairperson Congratulates Algeria On Successful Launch Earth Observation Satellite

The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, congratulates the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria on the successful launch of the Alsat-3A Earth observation satellite, marking a significant advance in Africa’s space and geospatial capabilities. “This achievement underscores Algeria’s leadership in space science and its commitment to harnessing satellite technologies for sustainable…

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Why Stellenbosch keeps churning out successful start-ups

Why Stellenbosch keeps churning out successful start-ups

Stellenbosch University has built an ecosystem encompassing education, research, investment and commercialisation that is helping start-ups in the Western Cape town thrive. Standouts include Praelexis, Spacialedge and CubeSpace, which has reached a R1-billion valuation. According to Prof Brink van der Merwe, head of computer science at the university, infusing entrepreneurial expertise into the teaching environment…

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These traits help successful people achieve goals

These traits help successful people achieve goals

People who consistently achieve their goals have a few key traits in common, according to psychologist Angela Duckworth. Duckworth, a University of Pennsylvania professor and bestselling author, has spent more than 15 years studying the concept of “grit,” or what pushes someone to stay dedicated to — and eventually meet — their long-term goals. Many…

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Africa CDC Welcomes UK’s Formal Approval of Direct Funding Following Successful Due Diligence Assessment

Africa CDC Welcomes UK’s Formal Approval of Direct Funding Following Successful Due Diligence Assessment

Addis Ababa, 24 September 2025 – The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is pleased to announce a historic milestone: following nearly one year of rigorous Due Diligence Assessment, the United Kingdom has formally approved direct funding to Africa CDC as the framework for partnership. This decision marks a new era of…

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