
Granot Cooperative invests NIS10 million in BarAlgae
A purchasing organization for Israel’s Kibbutz movement, Granot Cooperative has made its first investment in an algae cultivation company, according to a report published by Horti Daily.

L’Oréal South Africa issues voluntary recall of Dark & Lovely relaxer
L’Oréal has informed South Africa’s National Consumer Commission of a voluntary recall of its Dark and Lovely Precise Diamond Straight and Shine relaxer, according to a report published by News 24.

Tanzania bans three cosmetics ingredients
Tanzania’s cosmetics regulator has ushered in a ban on the use of pyrithione zinc, butylphenyl methylpropional and sodium hydroxymethylglycinate in cosmetics, effective March 1, 2022, according to a report published by All Africa.

Israel to legalize CBD?
Israel is mulling the possibility of decriminalizing cannabidiol, according to a report published by The Jerusalem Post.

Global Shea Alliances launches Shea More Love campaign to raise awareness of sustainable parkland initiative
The Global Shea Alliance (GSA) has announced the launch of its Shea More Love campaign, which has been created to raise awareness about the Action for Shea Parklands (ASP) sustainability initiative.

Nigeria looks local to lessen reliance on imported castor oil
Nigeria has cut the ribbon on its first castor oil manufacturing firm, according to a report published by The Nation.

P&G partners with SIL Group and Ugee Chemicals to shore up Nigerian supply chain
Procter & Gamble’s Nigerian arm has partnered with the SIL Group and Ugee Chemicals to manufacture Ariel detergent and other laundry powders as well as locally produced raw materials under one roof, according to a report published by Vanguard.

Unilever Ghana expands Geisha soap line
Unilever Ghana has launched two new bars of its popular Geisha Soap, according to a report published by Joy Online. Formulated with native, natural ingredients, Geisha African Strength Moringa and Geisha African Strength Black chime with the prevailing trend towards natural and locally sourced.

Nouryon opens eco-friendly office and innovation center in Dubai
Specialty chemicals supplier Nouryon has opened a new eco-friendly office and innovation center in Dubai.

Saudi FDA bans sale of Henna Al Madina over safety concerns
Saudi Arabia’s Food and Drugs Authority has issued a recall notice for Henna Al Madina after finding the cosmetic product to contain dangerous levels of bacteria, according to a report published by Gulf News.
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