Business
Brazil’s Anvisa orders recall of all Peptistrong batches
The regulator says the hydrolysed fava-bean protein ingredient had not undergone a safety assessment for food use.
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Technology
Brazil’s CNPq plans about R$160 million supplement for Pepe Mujica research call
The council announced extra funding to reach more qualified proposals, particularly in artificial intelligence.
Business
DR Congo discussion links infrastructure standards with testing capacity
A metrology association leader said standards need testing and conformity-assessment systems to support their use.
Energy
Gran Tierra shareholders approve sale of Colombia and Ecuador businesses
Gran Tierra shareholders approved the previously announced sale on October 9; the transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals.
Infrastructure
Kinshasa ring-road works continue under ban on unauthorized vehicles
ACGT said the southeast and southwest ring roads remain closed to traffic and unauthorized motor vehicles may not enter work areas.
Economy
Paraná exports reach US$18.7 billion through September, up 5.5%
Ipardes data based on MDIC figures show growth from January–September 2025.
Economy
Canada employment falls in September as unemployment reaches 6.5%
Statistics Canada reported that employment fell by 68,000 in September and the unemployment rate rose to 6.5%.
Infrastructure
Dwellings authorised in Italian building permits rise 8% year on year
Istat estimates that dwelling units in newly approved residential buildings increased from the same quarter of 2025.
Technology
UAE and Japan discuss industrial and AI cooperation
MoIAT’s Japan visit focused on AI and automation in Tokyo and links between research and manufacturing in Kyoto.
Business
TruSilver financing converts after conditional exchange approval
The TSX Venture Exchange conditionally approved the Galaxy-TruSilver transaction; receipts from about C$2.83 million in financing converted into shares and warrants.
Fiscal Policy
UAE moves e-invoicing providers to direct accreditation
Decision 168/2026 took effect October 1; previously pre-approved providers have up to 30 days to complete requirements.
Agriculture
Kinshasa Safari maize mill starts production with 100-tonne daily capacity
The National Service facility processes maize from agricultural sites in Kaniama Kasese and Lovo.