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Government Policy & Regulatory
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ABF receives regulatory clearance for Hovis acquisition
The landmark decision clears the path for ABF, which owns the Kingsmill brand, to finalize its acquisition of Hovis from the private equity firm Endless LLP.
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Tanzania targets edible oil self-sufficiency with tax relief and import controls
New budget measures aim to support local oilseed farmers and processors while cutting the country’s edible oil import bill.
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FSSAI mandates Vegan logo on approved food products from July 2027
The landmark regulation, issued under the Food Safety and Standards (Vegan Foods) Amendment Regulations, is legally scheduled to take effect nationwide on July 1, 2027.
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Zimbabwe treasury stands by grain import levy as millers’ court challenge continues
Fresh Treasury correspondence shows Zimbabwe will maintain grain import levies despite an ongoing legal challenge from millers.
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ECOWAS seeks US$24B to drive West Africa’s rice self-sufficiency plan
Regional leaders and investors meet in Accra as ECOWAS pushes for funding to raise rice production and cut the region’s US$3.5 billion import bill.