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The investment, to be made over the next six years, increases its total announced investment in Africa to $17 billion from 2010 to 2020.

The company will sell or exit 90 to 100 brands in a bold attempt to refocus the business on 70 to 80 remaining best-selling brand names. "Less will be much more," CEO A.G. Lafley told analysts.

The two companies have committed to integrating members of their global sales, marketing and creative teams to connect brands, like Lysol, Mucinex, MegaRed and Air Wick, with people on Facebook to bring them innovative solutions for healthier lives and happier homes.

Mars will also exercise the option to purchase P&G's pet food business in more regions to reinforce the company's strategic intent to build its presence in emerging markets.

As Targets new CEO, Brian Cornells top priorities will be accelerating the companys performance and advancing Targets omnichannel evolution.

The role integrates multiple growth drivers to accelerate the expansion of global innovation platforms, Power Brands and breakthrough technologies.

Nestls milk drink brand Nido creates a free interactive educational app to encourage children to read, stick to daily routines, like brushing their teeth and improve their memory and attention.

The partnership with East Africas leading dairy products group will significantly enhance the platform Danone is currently building in Africa.