AU launches $50m initiative to support researchers
12 Aug
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AU launches $50m initiative to support researchers

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In a bid to create a sustainable ecosystem fostering the Agenda 2063 of “Africa We Want,” the African Union Commission (AUC), in collaboration with the African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF) and AUDA-NEPAD, is calling for strong consortia proposals under its initiative, the Africa Think Tank Platform (ATTP). The transformative initiative, generously funded with $50 million from the World Bank, is expected to elevate African think tanks to become the architects of “cross-border development policy,” according to a press release signed by Fatou Diouf, Head of Communications and Influencing, ACBF. The think tanks are expected to apply as 3–5-member consortia with strong proposals to pursue policy-relevant research across the six thematic areas of the African Union. Successful applicants will receive a $10 million multi-year grant for two and a half years to support programs aligned with the aspirations of...
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Banking in Seconds: Alpha Morgan Bank’s *734#
12 Aug
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Banking in Seconds: Alpha Morgan Bank’s *734#

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Alpha Morgan Bank did not emerge out of nowhere, it was forged in the rigour of the capital markets, Alpha Morgan Capital, a leading asset management and investment banking firm built on consistency and discipline with assets over N150BN. Recognized for three years in a row as one of Africa’s fastest growing companies. Now with the commercial banking license of Alpha Morgan Bank and its operation across Nigeria, despite the domination by large incumbents, Alpha Morgan Bank is undoubtedly ready to deliver satisfying and accessible banking experience to all Nigerians. In a move aimed at increasing accessibility and convenience for its customers, Alpha Morgan Bank launched its banking USSD code *734#, enabling both new customers to open accounts and existing customers to perform account operations quickly and easily on their mobile phones. Related News According...
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EFL Trophy fixture announcement
12 Aug
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EFL Trophy fixture announcement

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Skip to Main NavigationSkip to contentEFL Trophy fixture announcementWednesday 30 July 2025 12:00Manchester United's EFL Trophy fixture at Lincoln City will take place on Tuesday 30 September.The clash at the LNER Stadium will kick off at 19:00 BST, with our Under-21s taking on senior opposition in the Vertu-sponsored competition. Travis Binnion's side will also face Barnsley and Notts County, away from home, in Group D.Meanwhile, the Reds have also been drawn in Group D of the Premier League International Cup. This will mean games against Anderlecht, Athletic Club, Borussia Dortmund and Sporting. These fixtures will be announced, along with the Premier League 2 programme, in due course.PREMIER LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL CUP Group A: Everton, Manchester City, Southampton, Wolves, Monaco, PSV Eindhoven, RB Leipzig, Real Madrid.Group B: Crystal Palace, Fulham, Leicester City, West Brom, Borussia Monchengladbach, Nordsjaelland, Juventus, Valencia.Group...
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ED raids multiple locations in Hyderabad in sheep rearing scam worth over ₹1,000 crore
12 Aug
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ED raids multiple locations in Hyderabad in sheep rearing scam worth over ₹1,000 crore

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HomeIndia NewsED raids multiple locations in Hyderabad in sheep rearing scam worth over ₹1,000 croreA CAG report from March 2021 found a number of irregularities in the matter, such as not keeping a record of the individual beneficiaries of the Sheep Rearing Scheme, recording false invoices related to transportation, payments to vehicles having non-commercial registration number, along with allotting the sheep units to dead or non-existing individuals, among others.The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids across eight locations in Hyderabad on Wednesday (July 30) in alleged scam related to Sheep Rearing Development Scheme (SRDS). The agency believed that the scam was spread across Telangana, having worth over ₹1,000 crore. The raids were conducted on the locations of the alleged middlemen and beneficiaries who were identified through a money trail in the investigation, ED sources said. The sheep rearing...
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