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UAE Awards $5.9M to 11 Sustainability Game-Changers
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UAE Awards $5.9M to 11 Sustainability Game-Changers

Eleven organizations from seven countries just won big for innovations that are already changing millions of lives. From AI that screens kids through play to bricks that survive earthquakes, these solutions prove good ideas can scale.

10 Indian Startups Quietly Changing Lives From Small Cities
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10 Indian Startups Quietly Changing Lives From Small Cities

While billion-dollar unicorns grab headlines, India's real startup revolution is happening in quiet corners—solving messy problems nobody thought sexy enough to fund. Ten years after Startup India launched, here are the companies that built impact over hype.

Japanese Entrepreneur Raises $7M to Build Ethiopia's Fastest-Growing EV Company
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Japanese Entrepreneur Raises $7M to Build Ethiopia's Fastest-Growing EV Company

Yuma Sasaki turned his dream of working in Africa into reality by founding Dodai, Ethiopia's rapidly expanding electric vehicle company. After raising $7 million from patient Japanese investors, he's now bringing affordable electric motorcycles to Ethiopian streets and planning to expand across the continent.

Nigerian Designer Michelle Adepoju Empowers Women Artisans Through Luxury Fashion
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Nigerian Designer Michelle Adepoju Empowers Women Artisans Through Luxury Fashion

Michelle Adepoju's KÍLÉNTÀR fashion house is transforming African luxury by exclusively partnering with women artisans, creating stunning designs that celebrate heritage while empowering communities. The Creative Director recently gathered influential women across industries to showcase how fashion can build confidence, identity, and lasting social impact.

Boyle Heights Seeks 27 Volunteers to Help LA's Homeless Community Jan 20-22
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Boyle Heights Seeks 27 Volunteers to Help LA's Homeless Community Jan 20-22

The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority is rallying community members in Boyle Heights to participate in a vital effort that shapes how resources reach those experiencing homelessness. This inspiring annual count, happening January 20-22, brings thousands of volunteers together to ensure every person in need is seen and supported.

French Social Enterprise Trains Career Changers to Repair Tech, Save €30B Market
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French Social Enterprise Trains Career Changers to Repair Tech, Save €30B Market

CertiDeal, a French refurbished electronics company, is transforming lives through its CertiAcadémie training program while leading Europe's booming €30 billion sustainable tech movement. Career changers like Patricia are discovering new opportunities repairing smartphones and giving devices second lives, proving that environmental responsibility and social impact go hand in hand.

TECNO and SBI Media Build Two Football Stadiums for Lagos Youth
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TECNO and SBI Media Build Two Football Stadiums for Lagos Youth

In a heartwarming display of corporate commitment to community development, TECNO and advertising agency SBI Media have completed two state-of-the-art football pitches in Lagos, creating safe spaces where thousands of young Nigerians can develop their talents and pursue their dreams.

Acumen Brings Light to 70 Million Lives with $250M Clean Energy Investment in Africa
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Acumen Brings Light to 70 Million Lives with $250M Clean Energy Investment in Africa

Impact investor Acumen has successfully raised $250 million to bring clean, affordable energy to nearly 70 million people across sub-Saharan Africa's most remote communities. This groundbreaking initiative will provide first-time electricity access to 50 million people in 17 countries, transforming lives through sustainable power solutions.

Clean Water Revolution: $6M Investment to Transform Schools Across India
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Clean Water Revolution: $6M Investment to Transform Schools Across India

In an inspiring move toward healthier learning environments, education financier Varthana has partnered with WaterEquity to bring clean water and sanitation facilities to thousands of low-cost private schools across rural and peri-urban India. This groundbreaking $6 million initiative will directly improve the lives of countless students who deserve access to basic dignities while they learn.