President Mnangagwa's rural industrialization program transforms how Muzarabani villagers earn income through wild masawu fruit harvesting and processing. The initiative merges traditional practices with contemporary scientific approaches, creating economic centers in rural regions and reducing the urban-rural development divide. Families in Muzarabani protect masawu trees from destruction as the fruit becomes a valuable economic resource.
Bindura University of Science Education operates an Innovation Hub that produces various masawu products, from beverages to preserves. The university buys fruit directly from villagers at collection points, paying up to $3 per bucket and eliminating costly trips to Harare markets. The Masawu Value...
Leicester City midfielder Hamza Chowdhury traveled 16 hours to Bangladesh on Monday and arrived at 11 a.m. before joining afternoon practice without rest. The player did not start in Saturday's match but immediately entered camp to prepare for Thursday's Asian Cup qualifier against Hong Kong at the National Stadium. Bangladesh faces another qualifier on Oct. 14 in an away fixture.
Chowdhury told teammates he expects fan support and aims for victory despite the extended journey. Shamit Shome will reach camp on Tuesday evening and participate in Wednesday's training before the first match. The squad began preparation with 28 players before adding two members, while Sumon Reza and Mohammad Ibrahim departed due to injuries.
Bangladesh confronts Hong Kong on Wednesday at the National Stadium in Dhaka as coach Javier Cabrera seeks to overcome a squad assembled from multiple nations. Hong Kong shares the Group C lead with Singapore on four points after defeating India 1-0 in June through substitute Mahama Awal, but Bangladesh holds home advantage in the Asian Cup qualifier.
The visitors' field players from Brazil, Bolivia, Germany, New Zealand, Cameroon, Japan, and Ukraine to create tactical flexibility. Forward Everton Camargo scored 10 goals in 19 matches since 2023, while striker Matthew Elliott contributed 11 goals across 42 appearances. Defender Fernando Augusto Azevedo Pedreira anchors the back line with 23 caps since 2022.
Bangladesh must limit space...
A Japanese rice bran oil manufacturer plans to source crude oil from Bangladesh to address supply shortages in its domestic market. Sanwa Yushi Company Limited announced the initiative on Monday at a Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industry meeting in Dhaka.
Managing Director Yozaimon Yamaguchi said rice bran oil represents 30 to 40 percent of Japan's edible oil consumption, but domestic production falls short of demand. Secretary General Md Alamgir welcomed Japanese investment in the sector and assured institutional backing for operations in Bangladesh.
Local producers warned that crude oil exports might deplete raw materials for domestic refineries, and suggested that Bangladesh export refined products alongside...
A European business federation signed an agreement with a Bangladesh rehabilitation center on Monday to expand healthcare services for underserved populations. The Europe Bangladesh Federation of Commerce and Industry partnered with the Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed to coordinate health projects and professional exchanges.
Federation President Wali Tasar Uddin said the collaboration will advance rehabilitation capacity through knowledge transfers and skills training. The center serves 100,000 patients annually with 1,200 staff members at 13 locations across Bangladesh.
Founder Valerie Ann Taylor established the facility in 1979 to treat trauma victims and assist individuals with mental disabilities. The...
The Bangladeshi Nationalist Diaspora Alliance formed a 101-member convening committee on Monday to advance nationalist principles among expatriates worldwide. Chief Patron Atikur Rahman Ruman endorsed the structure, and Mohammad Ali Chowdhury received the convener appointment, while Shah Zobayer became member secretary.
The alliance stated that the committee will unite expatriates through nationalist values and defend democracy and human rights for Bangladeshis abroad. Ruman said patriotic expatriates hold significant responsibility in democratic restoration and protecting national priorities. The committee will blend youthful energy with veteran leadership to expand nationalist thought globally and strengthen the party across...
India's Supreme Court requested responses from federal authorities and Ladakh officials on Monday after climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife filed a petition challenging his detention under the National Security Act. Justices Aravind Kumar and N V Anjaria declined to order disclosure of detention grounds to Gitanjali J Angmo, but scheduled another hearing for Oct. 14. Authorities detained Wangchuk under the act on Sept. 26 following protests that killed four people and injured 90 others in demonstrations seeking statehood and constitutional protections for Ladakh. The activist remains held at Jodhpur jail in Rajasthan.
Bangladesh showcased its food industry at Anuga 2025 in Cologne on Monday with seven companies presenting products at the world's largest food trade fair. The Export Promotion Bureau organized the pavilion where Danish Foods, Fulkoli Bread & Biscuit Industries, IFAD Multi Products, Kazi Food Industries, Kishwan Snacks, Mashud Agro Processing Food Product, and Tanveer Food participated alongside Pran Group.
Ambassador Muhammad Zulqar Nain urged companies to pursue European markets after Germany imported more than 68 billion euros in agricultural products last year. The envoy emphasized compliance with EU safety standards and encouraged focus on confectionery, frozen foods, vegan products, and organic items.
The fair attracted 8,000...
Britain pledged continued support for Bangladesh's economic development and met with opposition party leaders on Monday to discuss democratic progress. The UK trade envoy held discussions with representatives from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, National Citizen Party, and Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami about creating an environment that encourages investment and trade.
The envoy stressed that democratic institutions and economic prosperity depend on each other, while Britain seeks to help Bangladesh build a transparent business climate. The High Commission stated that talks centered on how political participation and accountability can create stability for commerce.
Britain maintains partnerships with Bangladesh on infrastructure...
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