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Gaming in Africa: The Next Frontier for VC and Tech Innovation

Ibrahim Sagna  Investor | Chairman | Host Let’s set the record straight: Africa’s gaming ecosystem isn’t emerging—it’s exploding. With nearly 350 million gamers and $1.8 billion in revenue in 2024, growth rates here outpace many mature markets. Mobile gaming drives this surge with 90% of spend, fueled by a young, smartphone-savvy population craving for culturally […]

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Trump Administration Launches $16 Billion Disaster Assistance Program for Farmers

Image by Tim Mossholder for Unsplash Washington, D.C., July 9, 2025 – In a significant move to support American farmers, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the launch of the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP), providing $16 billion in assistance to agricultural producers who suffered crop losses due to natural disasters in 2023 and […]

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Has the Historical Oppression of the Black (watermelon) Farmer in the United States Weakened America’s True Farming Capabilities? (Part II)

The legacy of Black watermelon farmers in America is marked by adversity and innovation. This story explores how systemic oppression not only harmed individuals and communities but also limited the overall growth and development of U.S. agriculture. The resilience and ingenuity of these farmers remain a largely uncelebrated key to better farming for all.