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Water Wells for Africa marks 30 years and 680 wells in Malawi
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Water Wells for Africa is celebrating 30 years of work in Malawi and the installation of its 680th well, as founder Kurt Dahlin’s project moves into a new phase with a goal of 1,000 wells.
BlueCloudX and partners launch youth clinical research program in Africa
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The International Working Group for Health Systems Strengthening, BlueCloudX, TCIS Africa and Africa CDC Youth have launched a five-month program to train young people for careers in clinical trials and research.
Music training education market seen growing to $9.33 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global music training education market is expanding as digital platforms, certification courses and flexible learning options gain traction.
School of Rock AllStars raise more than $16K for youth music scholarships
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School of Rock said its 2026 AllStars Tour raised more than $16,000 for the Play Without Limits Project, funding scholarships for students who might not otherwise access its programs.
Dolls market forecast points to steady growth through 2030
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The dolls market is expected to rise from $17.57 billion in 2026 to $22.82 billion by 2030, driven by smart toys, collectible premiums, e-commerce and eco-friendly production.
Family market seen reaching $1.55 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global family market will grow from $0.83 billion in 2025 to $1.55 billion by 2030, driven by digital support tools, AI caregiving and remote health services.
Family services market seen topping $506B by 2030
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The global family services market is projected to grow from $363.64 billion in 2025 to $387.92 billion in 2026, then reach $506.82 billion by 2030, according to a new report from The Business Research Company.
IANDS to host European-African near-death symposium Oct. 31
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The International Association for Near-Death Studies will hold its second European/African symposium on near-death experiences on Oct. 31, 2026, via Zoom. The four-hour event will feature personal accounts from four people with near-death…
Frances Presley Rice releases commentary on Black pride and African American contributions
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Author and commentator Frances Presley Rice has released a new commentary that frames African American history around Black pride, agency, and nation-building.
Tim Draper says Africa can leapfrog traditional finance with Bitcoin and blockchain
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Tim Draper says Africa could move faster than legacy financial systems by embracing Bitcoin, blockchain and mobile-first finance, as the Africa Blockchain Festival prepares to meet in Nairobi Oct. 15-17. The comments highlight a growing push to…
Four African engineering finalists named for 2026 prize
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Four entrepreneurs from Kenya, South Africa and Niger have been named finalists for the 2026 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation.
Four finalists named for 2026 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation
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Four entrepreneurs from Kenya, South Africa and Niger have reached the final of the 2026 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation.
Battersea and GARC spotlight rabies vaccination push in South Africa
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Battersea and the Global Alliance for Rabies Control are using World Rabies Day to showcase how collaboration is expanding rabies prevention in South Africa.
Taxidermy pavilion brings wildlife lessons to Saudi falconry exhibition
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A taxidermy pavilion at the Saudi International Falcons and Hunting Exhibition 2026 is drawing visitors with preserved animal displays, bilingual wildlife information and a virtual reality experience.
Unearthed Education launches bespoke overland expeditions for high schools
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Unearthed Education has launched in New Zealand with a model for designing custom international overland trips for high schools worldwide.
Unearthed Education launches bespoke overland trips for high schools
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Unearthed Education has launched in New Zealand to help high schools design custom international overland expeditions for students.
Colum McCann brings storytelling event to University of Michigan
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Narrative 4, the University of Michigan Institute for the Humanities and Michigan Public will host a free evening event in Ann Arbor on Sept. 30 featuring National Book Award winner Colum McCann and host April Baer. The program includes a public…
Excelsior University opens first international student partnership with Côte d’Ivoire university
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Excelsior University signed a global partnership with the Virtual University of Côte d’Ivoire at its Albany headquarters on Sept. 21, 2026. The deal creates a pathway for eligible UVCI graduates to pursue an MBA at Excelsior and marks Excelsior’s…
Bourse Direct launches financial education push in North Africa
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Bourse Direct has launched a financial education initiative for North African investors, starting in Morocco, with a focus on European and U.S. markets.
Bourse Direct launches financial education push in North Africa
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Bourse Direct has launched a financial education initiative for North African investors, starting in Morocco and focused on European and U.S. markets.
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