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      <title>Nostra Energy Secures $2.4B Solar Infrastructure Mandate Across West Africa</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
      <category>Energy &amp; Infrastructure</category>
      <description>The landmark agreement covers the development of 1.2 GW of solar capacity across four nations — Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Burkina Faso, and Ghana — reinforcing Nostra's position as the leading energy infrastructure developer in the region. The program is expected to create 8,500 construction jobs and provide clean electricity to 1.8 million households.</description>
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      <title>Nostra Capital Announces First Close of $850M Africa Infrastructure Fund II</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
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      <description>Strong institutional demand from GCC and European LPs drives oversubscription of the fund. The vehicle will target critical infrastructure projects across energy, transport, logistics, and digital connectivity in sub-Saharan Africa. Anchor investors include three sovereign wealth funds and two European development finance institutions. A standalone legacy vehicle, distinct from the group's current Nostra fund family.</description>
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      <title>Nostra Commodities Expands Gold Trading Desk with Senior Barclays Hire</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
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      <description>Strategic appointment of James Montclair, former Managing Director and Head of EMEA Precious Metals at Barclays, signals ambitious growth plans for the commodities division. The expanded desk will enhance market-making capabilities across gold, silver, and platinum group metals in Dubai and London.</description>
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      <title>Nostra Properties Breaks Ground on $1.1B Mixed-Use Development in Kigali</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
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      <description>The flagship 'Kigali Heights' project includes premium residential towers, Grade A commercial space, a 250-key luxury hotel, and retail components across 18 hectares. The development is targeting LEED Platinum certification and will create an estimated 12,000 direct and indirect jobs.</description>
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      <title>Nostra Agro Launches $180M Cashew Processing Complex in Côte d'Ivoire</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
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      <description>The state-of-the-art facility will process 80,000 metric tons of raw cashew nuts annually, creating 3,500 direct jobs and supporting 25,000 smallholder farmers. The complex includes integrated logistics, quality control laboratories, and a dedicated export terminal at the Port of Abidjan.</description>
      <dc:creator>Nostra Holding</dc:creator>
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      <title>Nostra Mining Reports 480,000 oz Annual Gold Production — 22% Above Guidance</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
      <category>Mining &amp; Metals</category>
      <description>Record production driven by operational excellence program at Ghana operations. All-in sustaining costs of $890/oz place Nostra Mining in the lowest cost quartile globally. Exploration program expanded with two new concessions acquired in Guinea.</description>
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      <title>Nostra Palace Dubai Awarded Three MICHELIN Keys in Inaugural Guide</title>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
      <category>Hospitality</category>
      <description>The flagship property joins an elite group of only 14 hotels worldwide to receive the highest MICHELIN recognition. The award celebrates exceptional architecture, extraordinary service, and a profound sense of place — hallmarks of the Nostra hospitality philosophy.</description>
      <dc:creator>Nostra Holding</dc:creator>
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      <title>Nostra Digital's Fintech Platform Surpasses 8 Million Active Users Across Africa</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
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      <description>The mobile-first financial services platform has achieved 200% year-over-year user growth, with strong adoption in Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana. The platform now processes over $1.2 billion in monthly transaction volume across payments, savings, and micro-lending products.</description>
      <dc:creator>Nostra Holding</dc:creator>
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      <title>Nostra Climate Fund I Reaches $350M First Close with Anchor from EIB</title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
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      <description>The European Investment Bank anchors Nostra's inaugural climate-dedicated fund with a $120M commitment. The fund targets climate adaptation, clean energy technology, and nature-based solutions across Africa — with a target final close of $600M by Q3 2026. A standalone climate vehicle, distinct from the group's current Nostra fund family.</description>
      <dc:creator>Nostra Holding</dc:creator>
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      <title>Nostra Holding Maintains AA- Fitch Rating with Stable Outlook</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0400</pubDate>
      <category>Corporate</category>
      <description>Fitch Ratings affirms Nostra Holding's AA- long-term issuer default rating, citing disciplined capital allocation, strong liquidity position, and diversified revenue base across nine divisions. The stable outlook reflects expectations of continued portfolio growth and prudent leverage management.</description>
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