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ECONOMY

Africa keeps disrupting the world

April 19, 2022

In 2012, the world’s leading Beverage Company Coca-Cola launched a campaign “A Billion reasons to believe in Africa which collates positive and inspirational stories about Africa. At the heart of the campaign is a TV ad featuring South African singer Steve Kekana, who re-recorded “I Love You, Africa” — his hit song from 20 years … Continue reading Africa keeps disrupting the world

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Arts

ART X Lagos 2017, Bringing to Lagos Art from Across Africa And Beyond

April 19, 2022

West African international art fair ART X Lagos, which made its debut in 2016 has announced this year’s event. The forum is focused on expanding Nigeria’s connection to contemporary art across and beyond Africa and aims to set Lagos as a centerpiece for culture on the continent. The business of art in Nigeria is taking … Continue reading ART X Lagos 2017, Bringing to Lagos Art from Across Africa And Beyond

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

TechCrunch Startup Battlefield Comes to Africa in Collaboration with Facebook

April 19, 2022

TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield is a Startup competition by the tech media company, that has held in several countries worldwide and has featured companies (then Startups) like Mint, Dropbox, Yammer, Tripit, etc, in past editions of the event. This October, TechCrunch, and Facebook are collaborating to bring TechCrunch’s very first Startup Battlefield to Nairobi, Africa on … Continue reading TechCrunch Startup Battlefield Comes to Africa in Collaboration with Facebook

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Recipes

How to Make Abacha – African Salad

April 19, 2022

Abacha is an Eastern Nigerian dish made from dried shredded cassava. Ever been to the east and wondered at the sight of women carrying a basin on their heads? 80% of the times, It is Abacha that is in that basin. Abacha could be taken as a snack or a real meal. Find below the recipe for … Continue reading How to Make Abacha – African Salad

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E-Commerce

Growth of E-commerce Gives Rise To Sophisticated African Digital Consumer

April 19, 2022

After scouring the store for a new pair of sneakers, Paballo Molahlehi finally lands on the one that catches her attention. She stares at it excitedly, swooning over the fresh pair of purple Reebok. “It’s precisely the one I was looking for, I knew I was going to find it here” she nods as she … Continue reading Growth of E-commerce Gives Rise To Sophisticated African Digital Consumer

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Events

REGISTER NOW FOR THE 3RD EDITION OF THE DISRUPTIVE AFRICA EXPO 2017

April 19, 2022

The Disruptive Africa Expo is an event that brings together tech industry stakeholders and experts to discuss and strategize on how businesses can leverage disruptive technologies in order to remain market relevant, accelerate business growth, and increase sustainability. The theme for this year’s event is ‘Digital Business Evolution: The Future is here’, and it’ll be … Continue reading REGISTER NOW FOR THE 3RD EDITION OF THE DISRUPTIVE AFRICA EXPO 2017

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Events TECH

Apply Now for the (S)He Hacks Africa Coding Bootcamp

April 19, 2022

(S)he Hacks Africa is a programme organized by AWELE ACADEMY in partnership with Andela, geared towards equipping youths with necessary technology skills that’ll make them relevant. They also offer affordable education, and individualized mentorship for African women and youths that are interested in technology and software programming. (S)he Hacks Africa coding Bootcamp will last 4 … Continue reading Apply Now for the (S)He Hacks Africa Coding Bootcamp

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Events

Deadline to Enter the AppsAfrica Awards is Fast Approaching

April 19, 2022

The deadline for entries to the third annual AppsAfrica Awards, which celebrates the best in mobile and tech from across Africa is fast approaching, with nominations closing on September 11th, 2017. From African start-ups to large corporates, AppsAfrica is seeking to uncover the industry’s best in class across the continent. Who is disrupting Africa? What … Continue reading Deadline to Enter the AppsAfrica Awards is Fast Approaching

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News

Hurray, D’Tigress Surmounts Africa in Mali

April 19, 2022

Good News, Nigerian D’Tigress, Female Basketball Team of the Federation, emerges the winner of FIBA Championship. This is their third time of winning the competition as they dethrone Senegal, their West Africa competitor to win 2017 Women’s Afrobasket Championship in Bamako. The lionesses roared with 65-48 score points, as they could not hide their desire … Continue reading Hurray, D’Tigress Surmounts Africa in Mali

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Around Town

Mrs Ambode Decorated as Matron and Mother of African Child

April 19, 2022

Mrs Bolanle Ambode, the wife of Lagos State Governor was decorated as the matron and mother of The African Child. This occurred at the African Women Lawyers Association parley, held at Victoria Island, Lagos. This is part of the activities organised to celebrate the annual general meeting of the Nigerian Bar Association. The Governor’s wife … Continue reading Mrs Ambode Decorated as Matron and Mother of African Child

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Events

Regional Healthcare Industry is Set for a Major Boost with Return of Medic West Africa Show

April 19, 2022

More than 300 leading healthcare companies will be joined by thousands of industry experts and professionals at Medic West Africa 2017 from 11-13 October – the largest and most prestigious event in the region. The event, organised by Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions and taking place at the Landmark Centre, Lagos, Nigeria, will showcase thousands of … Continue reading Regional Healthcare Industry is Set for a Major Boost with Return of Medic West Africa Show

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TECH

Thoughts on Mobile Trends in Africa

April 19, 2022

A number of reports have put the African Mobile subscribers at over 1 billion, which is huge by any stretch of the imagination. Across Africa, are a number of challenges, but along the way, are a number of opportunities. This is owing to the growing youthful population, who are becoming connected in droves. Mobile telephony … Continue reading Thoughts on Mobile Trends in Africa

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Beauty

Healthy Fruits For a Glowy African Skin

April 19, 2022

Many people in Nigeria assume that their skin are relatively unaffected by the things that go into their mouth. This is sad because nutrition is largely important to our skin. Fruits are paramount aspects of daily nutrition. Diet can help contribute to the overall health of our African skin. It is therefore advisable to eat right. … Continue reading Healthy Fruits For a Glowy African Skin

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Events

AfricaCom: Connecting Africa Digital Week

April 19, 2022

The Connecting Africa Digital Week is a week set aside for all about linking people in Africa in relations to digital media. The theme of the week is: Disruptive Technology and Connectivity Accelerating the African Digital Revolution Trends and development involved in the evolving media platform would be discussed. It is about the largest online … Continue reading AfricaCom: Connecting Africa Digital Week

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Beauty

Beauty Habits to Adopt For Flawless African Skin

April 19, 2022

We usually don’t pay attention to small details that might be getting in the way of having that spotless clear African skin we desire. Make it a duty to adopt these 8 beauty habits. It’s easy, just make them a part of your everyday routine and enjoy the benefits… Meditate Even if it’s for at … Continue reading Beauty Habits to Adopt For Flawless African Skin

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