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AFRICAN NEWS HEADLINES

Kenya’s coffee exports nearly doubled in January?

KENYA – ?Kenyan coffee exports nearly doubled to 2,685 tonnes in January on the back of strong demand for the larger quantities of quality crops from the main October-December production season in Kenya.?. .?M ore

Coleus Packaging invests US$2.11M in new metal crown manufacturing line?

SOUTH AFRICA – ?Coleus Packaging has invested R40 million (US$2.11M) in a state-of-the-art metal crown manufacturing machine, the PMC500 as part of plans to raise production to?between seven and eight billion metal crown closures. ?.?. .?More

Kenchic expands reach in Kenya through KMC partnership

KENYA–??In a move to expand its reach across the country, Kenchic Ltd., a leading poultry producer in Kenya, has struck a partnership with the Kenya Meat Commission (KMC), paving the way for Kenchic chicken cuts and capons to be sold in KMC shops across the country. . .? More

Egypt extends sugar export ban to combat domestic shortage?

EGYPT?– Egypt has extended its ban on sugar exports for another three months in a bid to address a domestic supply shortage that has driven prices to record highs. . .?More

Uganda Breweries launches program to empower women?

UGANDA – ?Uganda Breweries Limited has unveiled a mentorship program designed exclusively for women, aiming to inspire and empower them to navigate their paths with confidence in a highly dynamic and competitive?world.?. .?More

GLOBAL?NEWS HEADLINES

Diageo announces Sir John Manzoni as new chair

UK – Global beverage giant Diageo has announced non-executive director, Sir John Manzoni, as the new chair of the board to replace Javier Ferran who is?set to?exit?in February 2025. . .?More

Cal-Maine Foods completes acquisition of Tyson Foods's US assets?

?USA – Cal-Maine Foods Inc., has completed the acquisition of a broiler processing plant, hatchery, and feed mill?assets?from Tyson Foods Inc.,?. . .? More

PepsiCo to replace Coca-Cola in Subway’s US stores

US – Subway, the largest fast-food chain in the U.S., has disclosed a 10-year partnership with PepsiCo to supply beverages in its US locations beginning January 2025, marking?the end of a 15-year?relationship with Coca-Cola. . .?More

Cadbury adds two new chocolate flavors to Dairy Milk Range?

UK—Cadbury is expanding its classic Dairy Milk bars by introducing two new flavors;?Cadbury Dairy Milk & More Nutty Praline Crisp and Cadbury Dairy Milk & More Caramel Nut Crunch, to the Cadbury Dairy Milk & More range?.?. .?More

DSM-Firmenich unveils pilot plant in New Jersey

USA – DSM-Firmenich has launched a pilot plant in Plainsboro, New Jersey, aimed at?accelerating?global dietary transformation by empowering food and beverage brands to craft delightful consumption experiences.?. .?More

PAST NEWS HEADLINES

Kenya initiates sale of stake in Kenya Wine Agency Limited?.?. .?More Cocoa processing factories in Ivory Coast, Ghana face closer amid shortage??.?. .?More Tropical Heat unveils new eco-friendly look for spice family? . . .?More AB InBev and PepsiCo unveil alcoholic 7Up Beverage.?. .?More Keurig Dr Pepper unveils ‘Compostable’ Coffee Pods and Innovation Roadmap. . .?More