The success of machinery trade fair bauma, which has been taking place in Munich this week, has given a timely boost to the African machinery and equipment market ahead of the launch of sister show bauma Africa in September 2013
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Representing a more dynamic Africa at TICAD V
The chief UK representative of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Hirotaka Nakamura, and JICAs chief Ethiopia representative, Kimiaki Jin, discussed issues and outcomes expected at the Fifth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD V) during a recent forum held in London
Ban Ki-Moon to open UNWTO general assembly
UN secretary general Ban Ki-Moon will open the UNWTO General Assembly on 26 August 2013, while Zambian President Michael Sata is expected to officially close the world’s biggest tourism industry gathering on 28 August 2013
Africa Summit 2013 discusses long-term sustainable growth

The 2013 Africa Summit explored ways of achieving sustainable growth in Africa. (Image source: itupictures)
The 2013 Africa Summit discussed the path Africa has taken to achieve rapid growth and what plans need to be implemented to see further progress in the continent
South Africa to demonstrate industrial prowess at multiple-sector exhibition
Industrial groups, engineering councils, employer associations and business chambers from across South Africa have lent their backing to the 2013 edition of the South African Industry and Technology Fair (INDUTEC)