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Scholarships

19th December 2024

  Applications are invited for the Total Energies Master’s Degree Scholarship. Each year, Total Energies, in collaboration with NNPC Limited and its corporate parties, sets out to identify and sponsor young Nigerian scholars interested in pursuing their master’s programs in the fields of management science, engineering, and geosciences (oil and gas-related) at French universities. Read … Continue reading Apply for the Total Energies Master’s Degree Scholarship

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Opportunities

  The 2025 Women in Clean Cooking (WICC) mentorship program is designed to support women in the clean cooking sector with numerous benefits such as: Read more about Opportunities Experience from leading professionals in the energy sector. Career-enhancing activities aimed at supporting the concrete goals of participants. Promoting personal and professional development. Promoting strategic thinking … Continue reading Apply for the GWNET Women in Clean Cooking Mentorship Program 2025

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Opportunities

  Creo and Sony are inviting applications for the Sustainability Prize 2025 for Photographers and Filmmakers. The program is targeted at filmmakers passionate about communicating key themes such as environment, accessibility, diversity, equity, and inclusion, which are linked to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Read more about Opportunities Also, the Sustainability Prize 2025 aims to … Continue reading Apply for the Sustainability Prize 2025 For Photographers And Filmmakers

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Opportunities

  Young people from every part of the globe are encouraged to apply for the 2025 Youth Action Summit set to take place in Milan, Italy, from May 1 to May 4, 2025. Read more about Opportunities The Youth Action Summit is designed to “gather talented youth to share ideas, collaborate, and design actionable strategies … Continue reading Apply for the Youth Action Summit 2025 In Italy

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Opportunities

  Applications are currently ongoing for the 2025 World Bank Legal Vice Presidency (LEG VPU) Internship Program. Read more about Opportunities The World Bank Legal Vice Presidency (LEG VPU) Internship Program is an opportunity for law students to gain exposure to the mission and work of the World Bank and the Legal Vice Presidency. It … Continue reading Apply for the 2025 World Bank Legal Vice Presidency (LEG VPU) Internship Program

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Scholarships

  The Rotary Foundation, in collaboration with the IHE Delft Institute for Water Education, is inviting applications for the 2025/2026 Rotary/UNESCO-IHE Scholarships. Read more about Scholarships The 2025/2026 Rotary/UNESCO-IHE Scholarships are designed to “tackle the world’s water and sanitation crisis by increasing the number of trained professionals to devise, plan, and implement solutions in developing … Continue reading Apply for the 2025/2026 Rotary/UNESCO-IHE Scholarships

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Opportunities

  The Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge is inviting applications for its 2025 edition. Read more about Opportunities The Sustainable Investing Challenge seeks to harness the “power of capital markets and student creativity to create positive impact in a world of perpetual resource scarcity and continued population growth.” Sign up for the Connect Nigeria daily … Continue reading Apply for the 2025 Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge

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Opportunities

18th December 2024

  The Africa Tech Summit Nairobi connects start-ups from different parts of Africa with corporations, investors, and global opportunities. Currently, the program has a limited number of slots for showcasing ready ventures to investors. Read more about Opportunities The audience of the Africa Tech Summit is largely investors in the African tech sector, and participants … Continue reading Apply for the Africa Tech Summit Investment Showcase

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BUSINESS

  Email marketing remains one of the most powerful tools for businesses to connect with their audience, drive conversions, and build long-term relationships. However, achieving consistent results requires more than just sending out emails, it requires a strategic approach that delivers value to recipients while aligning with your business goals. Read more about Business This … Continue reading How to Build an Effective Email Marketing Strategy

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BUSINESS

  An email subscriber list is one of the most valuable assets for any business. It allows you to build direct relationships with your audience, share tailored content, and drive sales. However, growing your list requires more than simply asking visitors to sign up. By using effective strategies, you can attract high-quality subscribers who are … Continue reading Top 7 Strategies to Grow Your Email Subscriber List

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BUSINESS

  Email marketing remains one of the most effective tools for building relationships with customers and driving business growth. Despite the rise of social media and other digital marketing channels, successful business owners continue to prioritise email marketing because of its unparalleled ability to deliver personalized, measurable, and cost-effective results. Read more about Business This … Continue reading Why Successful Business Owners Prioritise Email Marketing

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BUSINESS

  Understanding customer behaviour is crucial for businesses looking to stay ahead of the competition. Predictive customer analytics powered by AI helps businesses anticipate future actions, preferences, and needs by analyzing historical data. This insight enables smarter decision-making, personalized experiences, and more efficient resource allocation. Read more about Business This post will guide you through … Continue reading How to Leverage AI for Predictive Customer Analytics

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Opportunities

  The Centre for Research in the Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities (CRASSH) at the University of Cambridge is inviting applications for the British Academy International Fellowship scheme. Read more about Opportunities The British Academy International Fellowship is designed to “attract and retain emerging talent in the UK and build a globally connected, mobile research and innovation workforce.” The main objectives of … Continue reading Apply for the British Academy International Fellowship

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Discover Nigeria

The Connect Nigeria Top 100 Personalities of 2024 is a testament to the exceptional achievements of Nigerians shaping the world across various industries. From trailblazing business leaders to inspiring athletes, groundbreaking content creators, soulful gospel artists, and innovative fashion designers, these individuals exemplify excellence, resilience, and ingenuity. Read more about Discover Nigeria Honourable Mention Peter … Continue reading Connect Nigeria Top 100 Personalities of 2024

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Opportunities

17th December 2024

  The AWARD Leadership Program 2025 for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences is funded by the Carnegie Corporation of New York (CCNY) and implemented by the African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD). Read more about Opportunities It is a program designed to “build a pool of capable, confident, influential young women scientists equipped … Continue reading Apply for the AWARD Leadership Program 2025

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Opportunities

16th December 2024

  The London School of Economics-based global social impact accelerator leader, LSE 100x Impact Accelerator, is inviting applications for its 2025/2026 cohort of social ventures. Read more about Opportunities The LSE 100X Impact Accelerator is looking out for “highly scalable models that can be for-profit or non-profit, addressing global challenges in the areas of climate and … Continue reading Apply for the LSE 100X Impact Accelerator 2025 for Social Entrepreneurs

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Opportunities

  Experienced youth activists and adult allies who are interested in building relationships and co-creating tangible actions in solutions to complex education transformation challenges can join the 2025 YouthxYouth Learning Festival, the Cafés small group intergenerational conversations. Read more about Opportunities This year, cafés will be grouped into 10-15 people (likely 8-10 youth and 3-5 … Continue reading Apply for the YouthxYouth Learning Festival Cafe Experience 2025

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Opportunities

  The Executive Board of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and the government of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea have launched the UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship Program dedicated to young women scientists in Africa. Read more about Opportunities The UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship Program 2025 is aimed at creating concrete career opportunities for young … Continue reading The UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship Program 2025

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BUSINESS

15th December 2024

  Social media stories have become one of the most popular ways for brands to engage with their audience. Unlike traditional posts, stories offer a fleeting, immersive, and interactive experience that captures attention freshly and dynamically. Customers are drawn to stories because they provide authenticity, immediacy, and a sense of exclusivity. Read more about Business … Continue reading Why Your Customers Prefer Stories Over Regular Posts

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Social Media

  Social media marketing is a cornerstone of modern business strategy, but managing multiple platforms, creating content, and analyzing performance can be overwhelming. Successful business owners increasingly turn to artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline processes, improve decision-making, and enhance results. AI empowers marketers to work smarter, offering tools to automate repetitive tasks, personalize campaigns, and … Continue reading Why Successful Business Owners Use AI for Social Media Marketing

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BUSINESS

  With mobile devices dominating how people access information, optimizing emails for smartphones and tablets is no longer optional, it’s essential. Successful business owners understand that most customers check their emails on the go, and a poorly optimized email can lead to low engagement or lost opportunities. This article explores why optimizing emails for mobile … Continue reading Why Successful Business Owners Optimize Emails for Mobile Devices

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Social Media

14th December 2024

  Social media has become a key channel for customer interactions, blending convenience with immediacy. Customers who reach out to businesses on social platforms expect prompt responses, often faster than traditional methods like email or phone. Failing to meet these expectations can harm your reputation and customer satisfaction. Read more about Social Media This article … Continue reading Why Your Customers Expect Quick Responses on Social Media

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BUSINESS

  You’ve crafted an email, hit send, and watched it land in your customers’ inboxes, but then; silence. When customers ignore your emails, it can feel frustrating and unproductive. Understanding the reasons behind their disengagement is key to improving open rates and building meaningful connections. Read more about Business This article will explore common reasons … Continue reading Why Your Customers Ignore Your Emails and How to Fix It

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BUSINESS TECH

12th December 2024

  Understanding customer journeys is critical for creating personalized experiences and maximizing business growth. However, manually tracking customer interactions across multiple touchpoints can be complex and time-consuming. Successful business owners increasingly turn to artificial intelligence (AI) to simplify and enhance the process. AI offers advanced tools to analyze customer behaviour, predict needs, and optimize every … Continue reading Why Successful Business Owners Track Customer Journeys Using AI

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Opportunities

  These are some of the latest job vacancies in Nigeria for the second week of December 2024. Contract Advisor (Procurement), KPMG KPMG is looking for a suitably qualified candidate to take on the role of Contract Advisor. This person will provide advice and support regarding all contract-related issues. This covers drafting, renewing, negotiating, and … Continue reading Latest Job Vacancies in Nigeria, Second Week of December 2024

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BUSINESS

  The New Year comes with a hope for a fresh beginning. For some, this means getting healthier. Others aim to improve their spiritual lives. And not a few are looking to grow in their chosen careers. Aspiring entrepreneurs, on their part, may be mulling how to start a business with no money in the … Continue reading How to Start a Business with No Money in 2025: A Quick Guide

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FinTech

  Billboxx, a Nigerian startup that’s helping SMEs solve their cash flow problems, has secured $1.6 million in its pre-seed funding round. This was announced on Wednesday on multiple platforms. The company intends to deploy the funds to expansion efforts and add to its array of solutions. Read more about FinTech The round, which is made … Continue reading Nigerian FinTech Billboxx Gets $1.6 Million in Pre-seed Funding

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Opportunities

  Qualcomm, a global leader in the production of semiconductors, software, and services related to wireless technology, is organizing the Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program. It is inviting early-stage startups from across the continent to apply, especially if they want to access business coaching, engineering consultations, and guidance on protecting their intellectual property. Read … Continue reading Apply for the Qualcomm Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program 2025

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Tourism

11th December 2024

  The holidays are here, and it’s the perfect time to explore Nigeria and soak in all the Christmas and New Year vibes. Whether you’re into twinkling lights, beachside hangouts, or cultural celebrations, there’s something for everyone this season. In this article, we explore ten Christmas destinations that will make your December truly magical. Read … Continue reading Top 10 Christmas Destinations to Visit in Nigeria

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Tourism

  The holidays are here, and with them come a few precious days off work or school. For many of us, holiday vacation time feels like a small window of opportunity to relax, recharge, and create lasting memories. But how do you make the most of those limited days without feeling rushed or overwhelmed? Whether … Continue reading How to Make the Most of Your Holiday Vacation Days

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