Sika acquires Turkey-based adhesives producer Akkim
Sika is making a decisive move to strengthen its global grip on adhesives and sealants. Its extensive distribution network and broad portfolio of proprietary adhesive and sealant technologies have made it a rising force in high-growth construction markets. The deal aligns squarely with Sika’s Strategy 2028, which prioritizes expanding its adhesives and sealants business and strengthening its distribution footprint. The transaction delivers three key advantages:Expanded product portfolio: Akkim significantly broadens Sika’s adhesives and sealants offering, particularly in the distribution channel, enhancing its position as a preferred partner for distributors across the region. We look forward to welcoming the Akkim team into the Sika family and driving our joint success in the years ahead."
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 15, 2026 04:05 UTC
New to The Street(R) Airs Tonight on Bloomberg Television Across the U.S., MENA & Latin America
New To The StreetThe program broadcasts as sponsored programming at 6:30 PM ET in the U.S. and 12:30 PM local time across Bloomberg MENA and Bloomberg Latin America. New to The Street, the globally distributed business television platform, will air a new episode tonight on Bloomberg Television, reaching audiences across the United States, Middle East & North Africa (MENA), and Latin America. Broadcasting as sponsored programming, the show features executive interviews filmed from the world’s most iconic financial venues, paired with national television commercials from select public-company sponsors. The segment highlights Virtuix’s dual-use strategy, AI-powered 3D reconstruction capabilities, and rapid growth across consumer and defense markets. NeOnc Technologies Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:NTHI) – Showcasing progress on NEO-212, including NIH-supported research and advancement toward Phase 2 clinical trials.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 15, 2026 03:43 UTC
T20 WC: Jansen's 4-40, Markram's 86* help South Africa overpower New Zealand by seven wickets
This is South Africa's third win in three matches, and they are perched at the top of Group D with sixpoints. The breezy win also boosted South Africa's Net Run Rate, while New Zealand lost some advantage in this department too. David Miller (24 off 17 sealed a well-deserved victory with a six in the first ball of the 18th over. He then landed two more telling blows, sending back the struggling Rachin Ravindra (13 off 8) to edge one that nipped away, and David Miller effected a sharp catch at short-third. Mitchell fell for 32 off 24 balls (2x4, 1x6) before offering a catch to Tristan Stubbs off Lungi Ngidi.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 15, 2026 03:12 UTC
Elle Launches African Edition with Naomi Campbell Cover
Lagardère Group has launched Elle Afrique Francophone, a new edition published under licence by Innsaei Sarl, dedicated to French-speaking African countries. The inaugural issue, which features supermodel Naomi Campbell on the cover, spotlights 24 African women shaping the continent across fashion, culture, entrepreneurship and innovation. ADVERTISEMENTPreviously editor-in-chief of Elle Côte d’Ivoire, Nanan is now chief executive and publisher of Elle Afrique Francophone through her Abidjan-based firm Innsaei Sarl. Constance Benqué, chief executive of Elle International and Lagardère News, says the new magazine is helping Elle to strengthen “its long-term presence on the [African] continent.” In 2024, Lagardère introduced Elle Egypt, its second Elle launch in Africa. Franco-Ivorian media executive Frédérique Nanan is the founder, chief executive and publisher of Elle Afrique Francophone.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 15, 2026 02:52 UTC
Morocco Modernizes Dam Monitoring Systems as Water Policy Demonstrates Strategic Foresight – The North Africa Post
The Water Research and Planning Directorate pilots this digital transformation initiative modernizing hydrological data collection, consolidation, and analysis nationwide. Morocco’s dam policy, initiated under King Hassan II and advanced under King Mohammed VI, represents fundamental leverage strengthening national water resilience through foresight, anticipation, solidarity, and territorial justice. In his July 2024 Throne Speech, King Mohammed VI conducted uncompromising assessment of deplorable water situations partly attributable to delays in programmed water policy projects. Morocco currently operates over 150 major dams with storage capacity exceeding 20 billion cubic meters, plus 140-150 small dams and hillside lakes. Major interbasin water transfer projects connect Oued Laou-Larache and Loukkos with Oued Oum Er-Rbia through Oued Sebou and Bouregreg basins, exploiting one billion cubic meters previously lost to sea while guaranteeing balanced national water resource spatial distribution.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 14, 2026 23:07 UTC
Stefonowicz's 20 help North Dakota State knock off North Dakota 83-66
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Source:The North Africa Journal
February 14, 2026 22:47 UTC
UNDP, GSMA Launch AI Governance Training for Policymakers in Egypt
Policymakers from Libya, Sudan, Tanzania and Jordan are also participating, reflecting a broader effort to strengthen regional cooperation and South-South dialogue on AI governance. The training focuses on AI governance frameworks, regulatory approaches and international best practices. Delivered by GSMA experts, it introduces practical tools such as the Responsible AI Maturity Roadmap, which helps institutions assess readiness and plan pathways for responsible AI adoption. Chitose Noguchi, resident representative of UNDP Egypt, said clear rules and shared values are essential as AI becomes more embedded in public administration. Officials said the training marks another step in deepening that partnership and advancing responsible AI governance.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 14, 2026 20:12 UTC
Growth, tourism and gravel collide in Yellowstone’s northern gateway
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Source:The North Africa Journal
February 14, 2026 04:58 UTC
Biya’s grip falters as barons fight over a port contract
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Source:The North Africa Journal
February 14, 2026 03:31 UTC
ZAWYA-PRESSR: PRCA MENA launches Growth Pulse Report 2026 at first Leaders’ Breakfast of the Year
Dubai, UAE – PRCA MENA today convened senior agency and in-house communications leaders for the launch of the PRCA MENA Growth Pulse Report 2026, unveiled at its first Leaders’ Breakfast of the year in Dubai. Developed in collaboration with growth partner Sprint Partners, research partner YouGov, and venue partner Alshaya Group, the Growth Pulse Report 2026 is the first regionally focused study of its kind. Key highlights from the PRCA MENA Growth Pulse Report 2026 include:Rising agency confidence , with 68% of agencies expecting revenue growth in 2026 , up from 56% reporting growth in 2025, and nearly one in five forecasting growth above 20%. James Thomlinson, Founder & CEO of Sprint Partners, said:“The PRCA MENA Growth Pulse Report 2026 provides a clear, data-led picture of how agencies across the region are navigating growth in an increasingly competitive market. Events like this Leaders’ Breakfast play a key role in supporting informed decision-making and raising standards across the industry.”Discover the PRCA MENA Growth Pulse Report 2026 here: https://prca.mena.global/news-events/prca-mena-growth-pulse-report-2026/About PRCA MENAPRCA MENA is the regional arm of the world’s largest public affairs, public relations and communications association (PRCA).
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 13, 2026 23:09 UTC
Could Kim Jong Un’s teenage daughter be North Korea’s next leader?
Some experts believe leader Kim Jong Un is grooming his daughter to be his successor as he brings her along on increasingly frequent and high-profile excursions, fueling speculation in recent years. The exact age of the girl, believed to be named Kim Ju Ae, is unknown, but she is widely believed to be in her early teens. Besides simply appearing at significant events, Ju Ae now appears to have “expressed opinions on some measures” in policy, the NIS said, according to lawmakers. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, along with his daughter, walks away from an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) in this undated photo released on November 19, 2022. But that’s an unlikely option for Ju Ae with the spotlight firmly on her.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 13, 2026 20:55 UTC
Morocco’s Government Rolls out Program to Assist, Support Floods-Affected Populations in Disaster-Declared Areas – The North Africa Post
In application of the royal instructions, the Moroccan government is rolling out a program to provide assistance and support to floods-affected populations in the north and west of the Kingdom, caused by the exceptional rainfall in the country over the past two months. Direct financial aid will thus be extended to floods-victims of up to MAD 6,000 per family. Owners of damaged homes and small businesses will be granted a MAD 15,000-financial aid for the rehabilitation of their properties, while proprietors of collapsed homes will get a MAD 140,000 reconstruction aid, the press release explained. In the agricultural sector, support will be provided to affected farmers through the launch of a spring crop program adapted to the specificities of disaster-stricken regions, such as oilseed, cereals, and fodder crops, with support for the purchase of seeds and fertilizers to accelerate the season’s recovery, while continuing to support affected livestock farmers. The press release detailed the administrative procedures to be followed by applicants for the aid that will start to be distributed as of next week, noting that aid requests to be submitted to specialized commissions will be examined in accordance with the regulatory measures in force, in a transparent and fair manner.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 13, 2026 19:12 UTC
Netflix Buys Lord of the Flies Series From Adolescence Creator for US
Netflix has acquired the U.S. rights to the forthcoming “Lord of the Flies” series from “Adolescence” co-creator Jack Thorne. Sony Pictures Television announced the deal on Friday as “Lord of the Flies” prepares for its premiere at Berlin Film Festival. In addition to the U.S. sale to Netflix, the series — which launched on the BBC in the U.K. Feb. 8 — has sold in territories across Europe, Latin America and Asia. As in the famous novel, the series follows a group of boys who find themselves stranded on a tropical island and must learn to survive. It won eight Emmy Awards, including outstanding limited or anthology series, lead actor in a limited series for Stephen Graham and supporting actor for breakout star Owen Cooper.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 13, 2026 18:14 UTC
Mattei Plan, in Addis Ababa, the test of maturity
The today’s Italy–Africa Summit represents for Italy an opportunity to reaffirm its commitment to African growth and further strengthen its partnership with the African continent. Only last year, the Mattei Plan implemented projects in key sectors, including energy, water, agriculture, and infrastructure, worth about €1.4 billion. In geopolitical terms, the Mattei Plan helps the EU outline a concrete and ambitious offer to the region, which is unlikely to match the scale of Russian and Chinese engagement. Italy will also use the meeting, which will take place in Africa for the first time, as an opportunity to illustrate the future direction of the Mattei Plan. In this sense, Meloni will likely project the Mattei Plan first and foremost as a national strategy.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 13, 2026 16:17 UTC
Netflix Takes U.S. Rights to Sony Pictures Television’s ‘Lord of the Flies’
Sony Pictures Television (SPT) said Friday that Netflix has acquired U.S. rights to Lord of the Flies, the limited series adaptation written by multi-award-winning screenwriter Jack Thorne (Adolescence, His Dark Materials, Enola Holmes), produced by Eleven (Sex Education, Ten Pound Poms), and directed by BAFTA-winner Marc Munden (Utopia, National Treasure, Help). “The U.S. sale leads a wave of distribution deals in territories across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Latin America, and Asia-Pacific,” Sony said. It marks the second year in a row that Sony Pictures has presented a series at Berlinale, following the gala premiere for The Narrow Road to the Deep North from Curio Pictures last year. The series is written by Thorne, directed by Marc Munden, and produced by Callum Devrell-Cameron (Sex Education, Hanna). Series composer is Cristobal Tapia de Veer, with the main theme and additional music from Hans Zimmer and Kara Talve.
Source:The North Africa Journal
February 13, 2026 16:13 UTC