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New report says agrifood systems can drive millions of African jobs
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A new Malabo Montpellier Panel report argues that Africa’s agrifood systems can absorb a fast-growing youth labor force if governments pair productivity gains with skills, infrastructure and better job quality.
Dr. Shanequa E. Wilson to receive iChange Nations award in Nairobi
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iChange Nations™ will honor Dr. Shanequa E. Wilson with the Ruben M. West Voice of Change Award at a public ceremony on July 18, 2026, in Nairobi, Kenya.
SHOWAbility says accessibility campaign expanded opportunities for artists with disabilities
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Atlanta nonprofit SHOWAbility says its yearlong accessibility campaign has helped artists with disabilities reach major stages, build new partnerships and push disability inclusion in the performing arts.
Colombia passes first Latin America law banning female genital mutilation
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Colombia’s Senate approved Bill 440 on June 10, 2026, making the country the first in Latin America to prohibit female genital mutilation.
Colombia aprueba ley histórica contra la mutilación genital femenina
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El Senado de Colombia aprobó el 10 de junio de 2026 una ley que prohíbe la mutilación genital femenina y crea una política nacional para prevenirla y erradicarla.
Anthem Film Festival returns to Las Vegas with FreedomFest
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The Anthem Film Festival will run July 8-11, 2026, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas as part of FreedomFest, with access included for conference pass holders.
Influential Women honors Maria A. Komugabe for geospatial health innovation
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Influential Women recognized Maria A. Komugabe, Ph.D., for using geospatial data science, AI and predictive GIS tools to improve malaria response and other public health delivery in underserved communities.
Report says Kenya could shape Africa’s nicotine pouch rules
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A new report says Kenya’s nicotine pouch regulations could influence tobacco harm-reduction policy across East Africa and beyond.
WMF 2026 brings 3,000 startups and investors to Bologna
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World Startup & VC Fest returns June 24-26 at WMF 2026 in Bologna, drawing more than 3,000 startups, investors, and corporates from 80+ countries.
Public Health Vaccines wins more BARDA funding for Sudan and Bundibugyo Ebola vaccines
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Public Health Vaccines said June 9, 2026, it won an added BARDA option worth more than $33 million to advance a Sudan ebolavirus vaccine and two Bundibugyo ebolavirus candidates.
Soybean meal market seen rising to $94.2 billion by 2031
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Soybean meal demand is rising as animal feed makers, protein supplement producers and plant-based food trends expand global use. Allied Market Research projects the market will grow from $59.2 billion in 2021 to $94.2 billion by 2031, led by…
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