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Davis & Shirtliff Partners with Trina Solar to Boost Solar Power Adoption in East Africa

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Davis & Shirtliff Partners with Trina Solar to Boost Solar Power Adoption in East Africa

Davis & Shirtliff, a leading provider of water and energy solutions in East Africa, has teamed up with Trina Solar, a Tier-I global leader in PV modules and smart energy solutions, to drive solar power adoption in the region. The partnership aims to promote sustainability, energy security, and economic growth through the distribution of innovative solar panels and educational campaigns. With increasing demand and government initiatives, solar energy is transforming East Africa’s energy landscape, offering benefits such as reduced carbon emissions and improved energy access.

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Growth in Service Sector Boosts Trade within the Eurasian Economic Union

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Growth in Service Sector Boosts Trade within the Eurasian Economic Union

The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) witnessed a significant increase in the turnover of services among its member states in 2023 compared to the previous year. Armenia saw a notable 33.6% rise in the positive balance of trade in services, while Belarus experienced a decrease of 32.7%. Transport services and travel dominated the structure of exports and imports of services across most member states, highlighting the importance of these sectors.

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Climate Change Puts Over 70% of Global Workforce at Health Risk, ILO Study Shows

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Climate Change Puts Over 70% of Global Workforce at Health Risk, ILO Study Shows

A recent report by the International Labour Organization (ILO) reveals that more than 70% of the world’s workforce faces significant health threats due to climate change, with existing workplace safety measures struggling to keep pace. Titled Ensuring Safety and Health at Work in a Changing Climate, the report underscores the profound impact of climate change…

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Forced Labour Profits Surge

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Forced Labour Profits Surge

Profits and Poverty: The Economics of Forced Labour Forced labor, a blight on humanity’s conscience and a grave violation of fundamental rights, continues to plague our world, with a recent ILO report revealing a disturbing surge in profits garnered from this nefarious practice. The latest report from the International Labour Organization (ILO) exposes the stark…

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WorldFirst launches New Solution to Support Growth of UK SME’s Global Trade 

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WorldFirst launches New Solution to Support Growth of UK SME’s Global Trade 

WorldFirst, a one-stop digital payment and financial services platform for global businesses, especially SMEs in international trade, has launched an e-commerce growth solution to help UK SMEs trade globally. Through the solution accessible via the World Account, SMEs need just one account which has a simple set-up process to start cross-border e-commerce trade.

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Women Power: Exploring Leadership, Innovation and Challenges

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Women Power: Exploring Leadership, Innovation and Challenges

Survey on Women in Business, Technology & Management: Entrepreneurship, Gender, Diversity, and Innovation Explore the dynamic landscape of women entrepreneurship through the lens of a comprehensive study by IERD-Enterprise Institute. Uncover the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs globally, from balancing work and family responsibilities to securing access to capital. The report features insights from successful…

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Women Entrepreneurs Thrive Despite Challenges: Balancing Growth with Inclusion

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Women Entrepreneurs Thrive Despite Challenges: Balancing Growth with Inclusion

A report based on a recent survey conducted by TDW Media & Enterprise Institute highlights that work-life balance, access to capital, and inadequate supporting infrastructure and networks are among the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, warranting special attention.

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UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Urges Acceleration of Climate Action in COP28 Opening Address

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UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Urges Acceleration of Climate Action in COP28 Opening Address

The 28th annual meeting of the Conference of Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) commenced in Dubai, marking the latest round of UN-facilitated climate talks. The urgency of the planetary crisis was underscored by UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell, who cautioned that the world is taking “baby steps” in addressing the daunting challenges posed by climate change.

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