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Toy and entertainment giant Hasbro names Chris Cocks as CEO

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Africa emerging as next big retail hotspot - Kearney report

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Africa emerging as next big retail hotspot - Kearney report

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PepsiCo sub-Saharan Africa to curb use of virgin plastics

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Egypt to increase price of subsidised sugar, says minister

Sarah El Safty and Ahmad Elhamy 30 Dec 2021

Iconic Selfridges sold to Thai-led consortium

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Iconic Selfridges sold to Thai-led consortium

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Chanel appoints Unilever veteran Leena Nair as new CEO

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Chanel appoints Unilever veteran Leena Nair as new CEO

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SA entrepreneur drives sustainable development using African foods

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Pioneer Foods recalls batches of Safari nuts and raisin products

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RetailPepsiCo expands partnerships to advance food security in sub-Saharan Africa

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TFG returns to profit, resumes dividend

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