Investing in health data systems across Africa has grown rapidly, with new tools for tracking diseases, reporting numbers, and storing records. Yet many of these systems crumble soon after they start. Why? Because the people who know how to keep them running often leave for better jobs. Money gets s
Japan is looking at a fresh way to support its investment agenda by issuing special “bridging bonds. ” These instruments are designed to connect short‑term borrowing with long‑term projects, helping the government fund new initiatives without immediately adding to its debt burden. The idea is not
Tim Leiweke, a name familiar in sports and entertainment for years, got a surprise gift last December—a full pardon from the U. S. president. Instead of stepping back, he’s diving straight into Europe’s football world. His company, Entrepreneur Equity Partners, just bought a slice of Venezia FC and
The tech giant Dell Technologies has been climbing the stock market ladder, hitting new peaks that have traders buzzing. Over the past year, its shares have jumped almost 160%, and analysts keep a strong “Buy” stance. A recent scan of market data flagged Dell as one of the top performers, thanks to
Saudi Arabia isn’t giving up on sports investments. After spending heavily on golf, football, and Formula 1, the country is now turning to cricket—but with a twist. A proposed T20 league, inspired by tennis’s Grand Slam events, is back on the table. Last year’s idea faded, but now the Public Investm
Ukraine isn’t waiting for the war to end to start rebuilding. A joint fund created last year by the US and Ukraine is already making moves to pump money into key industries. The fund, launched as part of a minerals deal, has set its sights on five big sectors: critical minerals, infrastructure, ener
The World Bank has teamed up with other major lenders to start a new effort called Water Forward. The goal is to give safe water to one billion people in the next four years. The plan wants governments to think of water as a valuable resource, not just a cheap service. It will bring in private in
The French government is preparing new policies that will make it easier for companies to build data centers across the country. Finance Minister Roland Lescure announced that these measures will be revealed in the coming weeks, aiming to attract more investment and support France’s digital infrastr
Australia is working hard to become a major supplier of minerals that power gadgets and defence tech. In the last four years, Canberra has signed deals with the United States, Japan, South Korea, India, Germany and Britain to build this industry. Now France is showing interest too, especially after
Viemed Healthcare, ticker VMD, has climbed to a new two‑year peak at nearly $10 per share, marking a 30% rise over the past year. The company’s market cap sits around $355 million, and it offers home medical equipment along with respiratory services through its Sleep Management and Home Sleep Delive
