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TECH

Future Africa Launches FAVS Forum to Provide Answers For Startups In Africa

April 19, 2022

The curious ones are usually the odd ones in the group and their questions usually turn people away from there because they can ask to the tiniest little detail that makes you say “arrgh”. Yet, these set of people are most times these ones have a wider scope and understanding of life than many others. … Continue reading Future Africa Launches FAVS Forum to Provide Answers For Startups In Africa

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TECH

Apply For The Go Global Africa 2020 Startup Competition

April 19, 2022

The United Kingdom’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) is establishing an International Tech Hub Network (ITHN), as part of the UK Government’s Digital Access Programme. Tech Hubs are expert teams which work with partner countries to stimulate local digital economies, build high-end digital skills, and forge innovative partnerships between local tech sectors … Continue reading Apply For The Go Global Africa 2020 Startup Competition

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Press Release

Securex West Africa opens Visitor Registration ahead of its 10th anniversary this March.

April 19, 2022

As of Tuesday 14th January, visitor registration for West Africa’s leading exhibition and conference for professionals working across the security, fire and safety supply chain is open. Encompassing commercial, cyber, homeland and perimeter security, fire and safety, the two-day event will welcome industry members from across the region to share insights, experience and innovation. Following … Continue reading Securex West Africa opens Visitor Registration ahead of its 10th anniversary this March.

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Awards

Kiki Mordi and Fisayo Soyombo Emerge Winners of the People Journalism Prize for Africa 2019

April 19, 2022

Nigerian investigative journalists, Kiki Mordi and Fisayo Soyombo have both emerged as winners of the People Journalism Prize for Africa 2019 (PJP), an award from Sub-Saharan Africa public strategy firm, Gatefield Foundation. The announcement was made public on Monday, January 20, 2020, through a press statement by Gatefield’s lead strategist Adewunmi Emoruwa, in Abuja. Both … Continue reading Kiki Mordi and Fisayo Soyombo Emerge Winners of the People Journalism Prize for Africa 2019

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Entertainment

Joseph, A New Film Celebrating African Roots, Will Premiere in Nigeria This Month

April 19, 2022

Ghana’s Year of Return has undoubtedly sparked a lot of excitement worldwide, especially among Africans in the diaspora. Throughout last year, foreigners of African ancestors flooded into the country. It might be safe to say that most were attempting to take a closer look at their roots. In November, Ghana gave citizenship to 126 people … Continue reading Joseph, A New Film Celebrating African Roots, Will Premiere in Nigeria This Month

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Press Release

Founder Institute & SheProfitsAfrica Partner to Support Early-Stage Female-Founded Companies

April 19, 2022

SheProfitsAfrica Sponsors Female Fellowships to the Founder Institute’s Pre-seed Accelerator Program The Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator, and SheProfitsAfrica, an organization providing information and opportunities to help women flourish and contribute to creating better societies for all, are announcing 4 female-founder fellowships for the upcoming Founder Institute Lagos 2020 programs. Stanbic IBTC … Continue reading Founder Institute & SheProfitsAfrica Partner to Support Early-Stage Female-Founded Companies

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SPORTS

Oshoala Crowned African Female Footballer Of The Year For The Fourth Time

April 19, 2022

Super Falcons of Nigeria captain, Asisat Oshoala has won the prize for the African Female Footballer of the Year for the fourth time in her illustrious Super Falcons of Nigeria captain, Asisat Oshoala, has won the prize for the African Female Footballer of the Year for the fourth time in her illustrious career. The Nigerian … Continue reading Oshoala Crowned African Female Footballer Of The Year For The Fourth Time

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BUSINESS Events

#CNBIZFair Vision 2020: Here’s All You Need To Know About Africa’s Largest Business Event

April 19, 2022

On  6th & 7th March 2020 at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos, Africa’s largest business event, the Connect Nigeria Business Fair will hold. This 2020 edition of the event, tagged 2020 Vision, is great news for businesses, entrepreneurs and attendees as it aims to outperform past accomplishments. The annual event is hosted by Connect … Continue reading #CNBIZFair Vision 2020: Here’s All You Need To Know About Africa’s Largest Business Event

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Aviation Did You Know? TECH

Do You Know That The Nigerian College Of Aviation Technology Is The Largest in Africa

April 19, 2022

Formerly known as the Nigerian Civil Aviation Training Centre, The Nigerian College of Aviation Technology is a higher education institute in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. It is funded by the Civil Aviation Department in the Nigerian Federal Ministry of Aviation and is regarded as the largest college of aviation in Africa. Its vision is “To … Continue reading Do You Know That The Nigerian College Of Aviation Technology Is The Largest in Africa

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Arts Entertainment

The 11th Ben Enwonwu Annual Lecture: Considering African Art and Artivism

April 19, 2022

The British Deputy High Commissioner, Ms. Harriet Thompson, and a number of other important personalities gathered at the MUSON Centre on Thursday, 12th December to commemorate Ben Enwonwu’s legacy and contribution to African and Nigerian art. Ms. Thompson gave this year’s lecture on the subject of art as an instrument for peace, conflict resolution and … Continue reading The 11th Ben Enwonwu Annual Lecture: Considering African Art and Artivism

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Press Release

Pan-African automotive platform, Cars45 launches consumer-to-consumer marketplace to match sellers and buyers

April 19, 2022

Cars45, Nigeria’s leading automotive trading platform, has launched into Ghana (www.cars45.com.gh)  and Kenya (www.cars45.co.ke). Cars45 is aiming to become the primary platform for all car transactions in the $45 billion African used car market and expansion into these strategic markets marks an important step on that journey. In an African market where 9 million used … Continue reading Pan-African automotive platform, Cars45 launches consumer-to-consumer marketplace to match sellers and buyers

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Awards BUSINESS

Akinwumi Adesina Has Been Named Forbes’ African of the Year for 2019

April 19, 2022

Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank and Nigeria’s former Minister of Agriculture, has been named African of the Year for 2019 by Forbes Magazine. The award was delivered to Mr. Adesina at the All Africa Business Leaders Awards, held in Johannesburg, South Africa, on Friday. The event is hosted by Forbes on an … Continue reading Akinwumi Adesina Has Been Named Forbes’ African of the Year for 2019

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Press Release

Pricepally.com Is Daring To Solve The Problem Of High Cost Of Food For Africa’s Urban

April 19, 2022

According to the USDA, Nigeria spends over half of household income on food, and there are nine other countries that spend over 40% on food. Four of them are in Africa: Nigeria 56.4%; Kenya 46.7%; Cameroon 45.6%; and Algeria 42.5% World economic forum A World Bank report also states that, compared with countries at comparable … Continue reading Pricepally.com Is Daring To Solve The Problem Of High Cost Of Food For Africa’s Urban

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TECH

Apply For The Google Developer Launchpad Accelerator Africa

April 19, 2022

Have you ever had an idea that you strongly believe in such that even though others tease you about it, you still dream about it, imagine it and think about it every single day until one day? This is the same experience heroes, mentors and people who have created a product or service have had. … Continue reading Apply For The Google Developer Launchpad Accelerator Africa

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SPORTS

Chiamaka Nnadozie Named Best Goalkeeper in Africa, Ranked 16th in the World

April 19, 2022

Nigeria women’s national team goalkeeper, Chiamaka Nnadozie, has been named the best shot-stopper in Africa, and 16th best goalkeeper in the world by the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS). Nnadozie – who played an instrumental role in helping Rivers Angels win the 2018/2019 Nigeria Women’s Professional League Super 4 tournament with outstanding … Continue reading Chiamaka Nnadozie Named Best Goalkeeper in Africa, Ranked 16th in the World

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