The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) is now accepting proposals for grant financing and local support from African enterprises, agricultural cooperatives, and producer groups. The initiative is aimed at supporting innovative solutions tha… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader U.S. opens grant applications for African agribusinesses By Busola Bamidele on July 26, 2025 The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) is now accepting proposals for grant financing and local support from African enterprises, agricultural cooperatives, and producer groups. The initiative is aimed at supporting innovative solutions that strengthen local capabilities, boost revenues, generate employment, enhance farmer incomes, and drive sustainable, market-based growth across the continent. Eligible applicants include registered agricultural cooperatives, small-scale producer groups, and agricultural processors that operate directly within the specified sectors and countries outlined by USADF. Read also: U.S. opens grant applications for African agribusinesses NPA backs women in maritime, pushes for gender inclusion in port operations French media giant finalises $3bn acquisition of Multichoice, takes control of DStv and GOtv Lagos unveils ₦500bn fund to link farmers, traders to food market Greenhouse expansion in Ogun-Oshun river basin to boost food supply, support agro-SMEs Successful proposals may receive funding of up to USD $250,000. Interested organizations are encouraged to submit their proposals in line with the foundation's mission to empower African-led development through grassroots partnerships. For more details on eligibility and application guidelines, visit the official USADF website.

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French media group Canal+ has completed a $3 billion deal to acquire full ownership of South Africa-based Multichoice Group, the parent company of DStv and GOtv.The acquisition received approval from South Africa's Competition Tribunal on July 23, 202… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader French media giant finalises $3bn acquisition of Multichoice, takes control of DStv and GOtv By sbinsights on July 25, 2025 French media group Canal+ has completed a $3 billion deal to acquire full ownership of South Africa-based Multichoice Group, the parent company of DStv and GOtv. The acquisition received approval from South Africa's Competition Tribunal on July 23, 2025, clearing the path for Canal+ to increase its stake from 45.2% to 100%. The transaction, valued at around 55 billion rand, is expected to be finalised by October 8, pending final clearance from the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa. In a statement issued via the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada described the deal as a strategic step to grow the company's footprint in Africa, especially in English-speaking markets. Read also NPA backs women in maritime, pushes for gender inclusion in port operations French media giant finalises $3bn acquisition of Multichoice, takes control of DStv and GOtv Lagos unveils ₦500bn fund to link farmers, traders to food market Greenhouse expansion in Ogun-Oshun river basin to boost food supply, support agro-SMEs New green jobs bill to boost SMEs in Nigeria's renewable energy sector Multichoice, which was spun off from Naspers in 2019, operates one of the largest pay-TV platforms in Africa with nearly 50 million subscribers. The company is widely known for its local content and sports programming offerings through DStv and GOtv. To comply with South African broadcasting laws that cap foreign ownership at 20%, Multichoice has established a separate entity, LicenceCo, to hold its domestic broadcasting licence. The South African Competition Commission had previously recommended approval of the deal, with conditions including a commitment to invest in local audiovisual content and to promote South African productions to new markets. Multichoice chairman Elias Masilela said the transaction affirms investor confidence in the company's strategy and the growth potential of the African media market.

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