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The Animation School chooses Honoris United Universities for its pan-African...

Honoris United Universities, the first and largest pan- African network of private higher education institutions, is pleased to announce the latest addition to its group: The Animation School in South...

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Wigwe University: Pioneering Africa’s First and Best Institution in Nigeria

Wigwe University launches in Nigeria with a determination to nurture and build innovative and fearless leaders with the capacity to ignite the potential of Nigeria and Africa.  Founded by visionary...

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Starr Luxury Cars: Can Nigerian-Born Ikenna Ordor Compete with Other Global...

The global luxury car rental market is a dynamic and lucrative industry, valued at over USD 84.3 billion in 2023 and projected to reach USD 148.5 billion by 2030. This growth is fueled by rising...

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How Bibian Chinenye Pius-Urum left law for a more flexible career in AI and...

When Bibian Chinenye Pius-Urum stepped into the gates of the Lagos Campus of the Nigerian Law School in November 2016, she had no inkling that at any point in her life, she would be navigating a...

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Guinness Nigeria Plc appoints Adebayo Alli as new managing director and CEO...

The Board of Guinness Nigeria PLC is very pleased and proud to announce a change in the leadership of Guinness Nigeria PLC with the appointment of Mr. Adebayo Alli (Bayo) as the incoming Managing...

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Kwara State Government and IHS Nigeria Sign MoU to establish technology...

The Kwara State Government has announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IHS Nigeria to develop a technology innovation facility in Kwara State. In a statement released by the...

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Is CIIE paving the way for more African products in China?

One of the ways China is quite an interesting and different development partner is the country’s use of expos as a trade tool. In particular, China’s Ministry of Commerce and the Shanghai Municipal...

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Eliminating artificial trans-fat in Africa could save 250,000 lives over the...

Artificial trans-fat, often found in snack foods, baked goods and some cooking oils, clogs arteries and leads to heart attacks and death. Every year, an estimated 10,000 people in Africa die...

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Microsoft and Gebeya join forces to take 300,000 African software developers...

Microsoft and Gebeya Inc., the leading Pan-African SaaS-enabled tech talent marketplace, have partnered together to launch a new skills and jobs matching platform called Microsoft.Gebeya.com. The...

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IATF2023 is a catalyst for intra-African trade – Kanayo Awani, EVP, Afreximbank

The Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) is a powerful tool driving the continent’s economic growth by fostering intra-African trade. Held every two years, this event brings together businesses,...

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New Visa report advise consumers to stay alert this holiday shopping season

Today, Visa Inc., a world leader in digital payments, revealed its Holiday Edition Threats Report, which anticipates heightened scam activity during the holiday season across card-present (CP) and...

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I&M Bank Uganda and Mastercard partner to transform banking experience for...

I&M Bank Uganda has announced its strategic partnership with Mastercard, a global leader in digital payments and technology. The collaboration aims to revolutionize the banking experience for...

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Multigate obtains regulatory approval for remittances to Kenya

Multigate, a licensed treasury management technology company that delivers secure and innovative digital solutions to address the complex financial needs of corporates and financial institutions, has...

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Oando/Energia joint venture boosts local communities with development...

In an event celebrating the successful conclusion of its 2023 Community Development Projects and Health Outreach Programs, the Oando/Energia Joint Venture (JV) marked extensive efforts to improve the...

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Cold Calling vs. Email Marketing: Which Strategy Wins?

In the ever-evolving landscape of sales and marketing, businesses are constantly searching for the most effective methods to reach and engage potential customers. Two prominent strategies that often...

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AfricaBusiness+ unveils first ranking of top private equity firms in Africa

AfricaBusiness+, a Jeune Afrique Media Group outlet extensively covering business deals in Africa, has recently introduced a pioneering ranking of private equity firms operating on the continent. The...

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What events impacted the African economy in 2023?

2023 was an interesting year for Africa, marked by a series of challenges that tested the resilience of economies across the continent. Nations such as Nigeria, Ghana, and Egypt grappled with...

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Will 2024 be the year of Africa’s economic take-off?

For many countries across the globe, 2023 has been an economically challenging year. The world is still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic, whilst the Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Palestine conflicts...

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Venture Capital in Africa: Trends to watch out for in 2024 and beyond

What does the future of Venture Capital in Africa look like? This is probably the most prevalent question in Africa’s startup scene in recent times. Over the last decade, venture capital funding has...

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We created mentorship programs for new mums from Africa. Here’s why it matters

Earlier in 2022, I gave birth to a gorgeous little lady who turned my life around. My friend and business partner had her baby four months earlier and for her to pull through the difficult first weeks,...

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ABH Coffee Book: the unseen chapters of African entrepreneurs shaping the...

In the dynamic landscapes of Africa’s business ecosystem, lies the spirit of innovation, resilience, and the unyielding drive to make a difference. As we stand on the precipice of a new era for African...

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Tackling the roots of illegal migration in Africa

On August 9, 2023, the Red Cross reported that 41 migrants died in a shipwreck off the Italian island of Lampedusa. That figure adds to more than 2,500 people who have reportedly died or gone missing...

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Skot Communications Launches global consultancy following assets and Business...

Skot Communications, a global strategic communications consultancy with a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa, has announced the commencement of its business operations following a business and asset transfer...

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Aradel Holdings Plc acquires stake in Shell Petroleum Development

Aradel Holdings Plc (“Aradel Holdings”, or “the Company”), Nigeria’s leading integrated indigenous energy Company, listed on the NASD Exchange and the FMDQ, is pleased to announce its acquisition...

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Dangote Refinery: Creating a solid foundation for economic development

The Dangote Group planned a world-class new refinery in Nigeria that would reduce the country’s reliance on imported energy and bring over 30,000 jobs. It was a project requiring some truly massive...

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Avance Media announces 2023 Most Influential African Women list

Avance Media, a pan-African Public Relations and Rating firm, has announced the release of its fifth annual edition of the 100 Most Influential African Women list for 2023 honouring Africa’s foremost...

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Build-A-Thon: FG’s Education Initiative Promises 4 Days of Immersive Learning...

The Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy is launching its Build-A-Thon programme for secondary school students. The 4-day programme, which is scheduled to take place...

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A glimpse into Africa’s venture capital ecosystem through Hiruy Amanuel, an...

Transforming Africa’s rich landscape into greatness drives Hiruy Amanuel in his role as an African Venture Capitalist and major investor in Africa’s Technological Advancement. With his desire to make...

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South African innovator Neo Hutiri wins engineering award for smart locker...

Last night, The Royal Academy of Engineering celebrated the 10th anniversary of the prestigious Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation by awarding a special medal to the creator of Pelebox, a smart...

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GICL completes the rollout of 10,000km of fiber optic cables

IHS Nigeria, part of the IHS Holding Limited (NYSE: IHS) (“IHS Towers”) group, one of the largest independent owners, operators, and developers of shared communications infrastructure in the world by...

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Visa Player Escort Program makes dreams come true for Ivorian children

As the TotalEnergies CAF AFCON, Côte d’Ivoire 2023 tournament goes into the knock-out stages, not only are the continent’s best footballers gearing up for the next phase of the competition, but...

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Middle East and Africa digital payments leader, MDP welcomes Frank Molla as...

MDP, the leading issuing & payment processing powerhouse in the Middle East and Africa, has appointed Frank Molla as the Managing Director of MDP Africa. In this role, Molla will lead MDP’s efforts...

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Logidoo strengthens position in African e-commerce and logistics with seed...

Logidoo, a rising star in the African logistics and e-commerce sector, has proudly announced a significant boost in its seed funding, securing $1,550,000. This investment, led by a consortium of...

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Nigerian industrial powerhouse, Dorman Long Engineering, celebrates 75 years...

Dorman Long Engineering Limited Nigeria’s leading steel engineering and fabrication company, celebrated its 75th anniversary in grand style with a cocktail reception at Terra Kulture, Lagos on February...

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How is the Red Sea crisis affecting African countries?

Starting on November 19, Houthi attacks and counter-strikes on commercial ships transiting through the Bab al-Mandab strait along the Red Sea have been a major disruptor of international trade through...

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Exploring the rise of video chatroulette

After a pretty strong surge in the popularity of dating apps in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re now seeing an equally rapid decline. User activity is no longer as high. Many have even removed...

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Bloomfield LP celebrates 17th anniversary with spectacular sailing race at...

Bloomfield LP, a leading legal powerhouse, marked its 17th anniversary with an unforgettable sailing race hosted at the prestigious Lagos Yacht Club. The event brought together legal professionals,...

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Gebeya and Microsoft launch new Microsoft Talent Cloud ecosystem for Africa

Gebeya Inc., the leading Talent Cloud technology company, has joined with Microsoft to launch the Microsoft Talent Cloud powered by Gebeya. The gateway, which is now open for access, aims to empower...

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Thamani Consulting leverages affordable technology to fast-track growth and...

Nigerian ICT firm, Thamani Consulting, has expressed its commitment to leveraging affordable technology solutions and innovations to fast-track the growth and efficiency of businesses in Africa....

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Meet the visionary leaders driving Inlaks to new heights

Inlaks stands as a beacon of innovation and excellence in the technology sector, spearheaded by dynamic leaders who bring a wealth of experience and expertise. At the forefront is Henry. C Okolo, a...

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Genesis Energy Group signs an MoU with the West African Development Bank to...

Genesis Energy Group (“GENESIS”), one of Africa’s leading energy infrastructure and serial climate impact investors across Africa, announced today the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)...

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Navigating PCOS in Africa: Strategies for Inclusive Healthcare for Women 

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a complex hormonal condition that affects women of reproductive age. It presents a significant public health challenge globally, and Africa is no exception. In this...

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ALX, more than a tech accelerator; creating dynamic experiences, impacting...

As the continent surges forward in the digital age, there is a bustling landscape of tech accelerators emerging with the promise of providing platforms where innovation and entrepreneurship intertwine....

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Leveraging the immense potentials of Nigeria’s youthful population to scale...

In an increasingly complex financial landscape, the importance of financial literacy cannot be overstated, especially for the younger generation in Nigeria, where the youth is a demographic at an...

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Coronation Group illuminates the rise of infrastructure investments

Coronation Group has unveiled its maiden Infrastructure Report. The report, which is a product of detailed research delves into the critical realm of infrastructure financing, spotlighting the...

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Sterling One Foundation, Nigerian Exchange Group, and Partners champion...

To commemorate 2024’s International Women’s Day, Sterling One Foundation, in partnership with the Nigerian Exchange Group (NGX) and other crucial stakeholders, convened for the 10th annual Ring the...

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Medlab West Africa & Pharmaconex West Africa unveil the future of West...

Exciting news for the West African healthcare sector. Medlab West Africa, the region’s leading medical laboratory event, returns to Lagos, Nigeria for a standalone event this April.  This year, it...

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The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation celebrates graduation of third cohort of public...

The Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation has announced the graduation of the AIG Public Leaders Programme (PLP) Class of 2023 at its closing ceremony on March 20, 2024, in Abuja. This event marked the culmination...

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The evolving landscape of digital entrepreneurship in Nigeria: Opportunities...

Embark on a journey into the vibrant and ever-evolving realm of digital entrepreneurship within Nigeria. This West African nation, known for its diverse culture and entrepreneurial spirit, has...

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What Support Do Women Entrepreneurs Need?

“What support do you need?” Five simple yet critical words posed to me two weeks into navigating a new job and trying to write my MBA research paper due in four weeks. I did not think I would make the...

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