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    Why South African Businesses Are Prime Cyberattack Targets

    “South Africa is the most targeted country in Africa when it comes to infostealer and ransomware attacks."

    Egypt’s Elsewedy Capital Takes Unlikely Leap Into Startup Investing

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    Malls as Modern Marketplaces: Reinventing Relevance in the Digital Age

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    The Egyptian investment bank is carving out a reputation as the region's most prolific corporate incubator, following last year's blockbuster valU IPO with a listing request for its K‑12 education platform - but a jittery market will test investor appetite.

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