Swire Coca-Cola wins HK$32 million government deal after bottled water scandal

Swire Coca-Cola has secured a HK$31.9 million (US$4 million) contract to supply Bonaqua water to some Hong Kong government offices, following a HK$52.9 million bottled water procurement scandal last year. According to a Government Logistics Department notice, Swire Coca-Cola was awarded the 27-month contract on Tuesday to supply more than 1.46 million bottles of drinking water to offices on Hong Kong Island and parts of the outlying islands. The selection followed an open tender launched in...

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Consult us before bringing Bill on CAPF service conditions: retired CAPF officials to govt.

At a press conference in New Delhi, a group of retired CAPF officials pointed out that unlike IPS officers, they do not have a lobby and cannot be ‘politically manipulated’

Airlines object to ‘no selection fee’ directive for 60% seats: Here's what they said

Calling seat-selection fee “a legitimate component of airline revenue”, federation argues that airlines already operate on thin margins

Behind Bihar’s IAS craze is a society aware of how power shapes everyday life

Trump releases AI policy to pre-empt state rules - The Straits Times

Trump releases AI policy to pre-empt state rules  The Straits Times

Pinterest CEO calls for ban on social media for youth under 16

Brother of DOH usec lands P141-M in infra projects | The wRap

Today’s headlines: Health infra projects, toll discount, BTS

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Ad hoc committee chair says ‘far-reaching’ recommendations will be made for police reform - Daily Maverick

Ad hoc committee chair says ‘far-reaching’ recommendations will be made for police reform  Daily Maverick

Palace declares March 21 holiday in Calapan for city anniversary

CITY OF CALAPAN, Oriental Mindoro — Malacañang has declared March 21 a special non-working holiday here to mark the city’s 28th founding anniversary. Under Proclamation No. 1185 issued by the Palace, the declaration aims to allow residents to observe the occasion on Saturday by suspending work in government offices and private establishments. The move also

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Mchunu demands that Mkhwanazi provide evidence of corruption

Suspended police minister Senzo Mchunu said KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi had made unsubstantiated accusations without providing evidence

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UBA Group and BII sign letter of intent to explore trade finance collaboration across Africa

The proposed initiative aims to expand access to trade and working capital facilities for businesses operating across Africa. The post UBA Group and BII sign letter of intent to explore trade finance collaboration across Africa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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Ruto in five-day Nyanza tour with goodies to plead case for 2027 pre-election pact

Persuading locals to buy into UDA's pre-election pact with ODM top of Ruto's agenda.

Political bustle returns to heritage 29 Minto Road house on Eid - The Daily Star

Political bustle returns to heritage 29 Minto Road house on Eid  The Daily Star

Nigerian dietitian struck off UK register for lying on job application

A Nigerian dietitian has been struck off the UK health register after falsely claiming expertise in numerous specialties to get a job she was unqualified f Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerian-dietitian-struck-off-uk-register-for-lying-on-job-application/

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The 2026 Digital Leap: How Mobile Architecture is Unifying Africa’s Entertainment Economy

As we navigate the first half of 2026, the “Silicon Lagoon” of Lagos is no longer just a local success story; it has become the blueprint for a continent-wide digital revolution. From the fintech corridors of Abuja to the emerging tech hubs in East Africa, the focus has shifted from mere internet penetration to high-performance […] The post The 2026 Digital Leap: How Mobile Architecture is Unifying Africa’s Entertainment Economy appeared first on Vanguard News.

By akintayo eribake

Africa’s Sovereign Debt to Reach $155 Billion, Morocco Among Top Borrowers

African sovereign borrowing is expected to remain high in 2026, with Morocco among the key players shaping regional debt trends, according to a new S&P Global Ratings report.  The post Africa’s Sovereign Debt to Reach $155 Billion, Morocco Among Top Borrowers appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Oumaima Moho Amer

Ghana Medical Relief to hold medical outreach in Ho West District, targets about 16,000 beneficiaries

A non-profit organisation, Ghana Medical Relief (GMR) is finalising plans to organizer a medical outreach in the Ho West District of the Volta Region.

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