Tag: Public-Private Partnership
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Private capital steps in as education safety net as public funding strains persist
Private capital reshapes Kenya’s education safety net As public funding for education comes under pressure in Kenya, private sector actors are increasingly stepping up to fill the gaps. The involvement of private capital in education—ranging from school infrastructure and facilities to targeted student support—offers a potential lifeline for vulnerable learners who might otherwise be left…
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Maruhubi Terminal and NBC: A Catalyst for Zanzibar’s Growth
NBC’s Strategic Commitment to Zanzibar In Zanzibar, the National Bank of Commerce (NBC) is positioning itself as a cornerstone of the archipelago’s economic transformation. By prioritizing large-scale infrastructure financing, NBC aims to accelerate growth across key sectors, with the Maruhubi Terminal emerging as a pivotal project in this strategy. The move aligns NBC’s long-term banking…
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NBC’s Maruhubi Terminal: A Catalyst for Zanzibar’s Growth Story
Opening the Gateway to Zanzibar’s Economic Transformation In a bold move aligned with its strategic mandate, the National Bank of Commerce (NBC) has reaffirmed its commitment to Zanzibar’s economic transformation by financing the Maruhubi Terminal project. This initiative, positioned at the heart of the island’s growth story, is designed to unlock new value across transportation,…
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FFCCCII Unveils Blueprint to Tackle Tourism Bottlenecks in the Philippines
FFCCCII Calls for Swift Reforms to Revitalize Philippine Tourism The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) has unveiled a strategic blueprint aimed at solving persistent bottlenecks in the Philippines’ tourism sector. With international arrival figures lagging behind regional peers, the industry group argues that targeted reforms can unlock higher visitor…
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FFCCCII Unveils Blueprint to Break Tourism Bottlenecks in the Philippines
Executive summary: A call for sweeping reforms The Federation of Filipino Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry Inc. (FFCCCII) has stepped forward with a comprehensive blueprint aimed at breaking the bottlenecks choking the Philippines’ tourism sector. With international arrival figures lagging behind regional peers, FFCCCII argues that reforms across policy, infrastructure, marketing, and public-private collaboration…
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Dompreh Champions Inclusive Growth and Green Industrialisation in Abu Dhabi Dialogue
Ghana’s Voice for Inclusive Growth Returns to the Global Stage In a landmark appearance at a high-level international dialogue in Abu Dhabi, minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh represents Ghana with a clear mandate: to place inclusive growth and green industrialisation at the center of sustainable development discussions. As a senior parliamentarian and advocate for equitable…
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Tanzania Sees 6.9% Jump in Clean Energy Users, Driven by Public-Private Funds
Overview: A Positive Uptick in Clean Energy Adoption Tanzania has reported a notable 6.9% increase in the number of households and small businesses using clean energy for cooking. The upsurge signals progress toward safer, more affordable energy options that reduce indoor air pollution and reliance on traditional biomass. The expansion is driven by a coordinated…
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Private Pipeline in Peril Without Government Backstop, Says Former Alberta Energy Minister
Raising the Stakes: The Role of Government in Pipeline Projects A former Alberta energy minister has voiced strong concerns about the feasibility of a privately developed bitumen pipeline to the northwest British Columbia coast. The core of the argument is simple and stark: without a government backstop or active policy support, the project’s chances of…
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Can Devi Shetty’s Affordable Cardiac Care Model Solve Britain’s NHS Crisis?
Overview: A billionaire surgeon with a mission Dr Devi Prasad Shetty, a renowned cardiovascular surgeon and billionaire philanthropist, is best known for transforming affordable heart care in India through his Narayana Health network. His work caught the attention of critics and supporters alike as he argued that high-quality medical care can be delivered at a…
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Burnham’s £1bn bid to build the ‘Silicon Valley of the North’
Introduction: A bold bid to reshape the North In Manchester, a city long associated with industry and reform, a new ambition is quietly gathering momentum. Greater Manchester’s mayor, backed by a £1 billion bid, aims to create Atom Valley, a high-tech corridor designed to be the North’s answer to Silicon Valley. Named to reflect Manchester’s…