AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS
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Cairo unveils fresh pollution-reduction policies following ministerial approval
The council approved reducing licence fees for rice straw collection in order to encourage contractors to continue collecting the crop residue.
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South Africa relaunches waste picker registration system to boost recycling integration
The aim is to digitally onboard an estimated 200 buyback centres nationally.
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Unipack reports 63% drop in H1 2025 profits despite higher sales
The steep profit drop likely reflects inflationary pressures, elevated financing costs, and currency fluctuations in Egypt.
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GCC chemical producers to invest US$486M in environmental technologies by 2027 – GPCA
The GCC chemical industry achieved a 2% decrease in greenhouse gas.
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Nigeria unveils industrial energy efficiency database to tackle waste, boost competitiveness
It aims to strengthen national frameworks for energy management and support industries in adopting international best practices.
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PepsiCo defends ‘Fizz’ use as Delhi HC seeks response in trademark dispute
PepsiCo says “Fizz” is a common term for carbonation in soft drinks.
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ADIA exits IFCO as Stonepeak joins Triton in reusable packaging venture
ADIA’s divestment to Stonepeak marks a shift in ownership at IFCO, reinforcing global investment in reusable packaging and circular supply chains
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Amazon India showcases sustainable packaging drive with playful brand film
The initiative reduces reliance on secondary packaging by shipping select products directly in their original packaging.
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South Africa vows relentless fight against plastic pollution amid global treaty deadlock
The country is acting to close gaps in controls on imported plastics.
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Prateek Graphics installs India’s first Epson SurePress L-6534VW, redefining label printing standards
The press offers digital varnishing capability for selective gloss or matte finishes.