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Volkswagen plans integrated mobility concept in Rwanda; vehicle production in Kenya

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Francis Gatare, Director of the Rwanda Development Board, and Thomas Schäfer, CEO of Volkswagen Group South Africa, this week signed a memorandum of understanding for a new integrated mobility concept in Kigali in the presence of Rwanda’s President Paul Kagame and Dr. Herbert Diess, CEO of the Volkswagen brand. —Thomas Schäfer.

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China-based GAC to debut new SUV, hybrid crossover and EV at Detroit show; planning NA market entry in 2018

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At the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) next week, China-based GAC Motor will unveil three new vehicles: a new SUV, a hybrid crossover concept car, and an elecric vehicle developed internally. GAC is the only Chinese automaker to exhibit at the 2017 NAIAS and is also the first Chinese automaker to present on the main show floor.

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This Rwandan Engineer is Learning How to Manage Humanitarian Projects

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I’m able to understand concept designs—which includes mechanical and electrical—programming, and automation. Her first event was the 2019 PowerAfrica Conference , held in Abuja, Nigeria. You have a wealth of career opportunities and a chance to make an impact.” She also got involved in organizing conferences in Africa.

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