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E-Commerce and Logistics Set for Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa – DHL
April 19, 2022
The Global E-Tailing for a 2025 study initiated by DHL analysed the role e-Commerce will play in consumer’s lives in the year 2025 and how it will influence consumerism, retailing and logistics. The report shows that over the next 10 years, online retail will continue to gain popularity in both developed and emerging markets and … Continue reading E-Commerce and Logistics Set for Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa – DHL
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DEMO Africa Launch 2014, Launchpad for Emerging Technology and Trends
April 19, 2022
DEMO Africa is one of the flagship initiatives of Liberalizing Innovation Opportunity Nations (LIONS@FRICA) Partnership, a U.S. Department of State initiative, in collaboration with Microsoft, DEMO, USAID, and Startup Weekend to connect African startups to the global ecosystem and push technology in Africa to greater heights. It is the place where the most innovative … Continue reading DEMO Africa Launch 2014, Launchpad for Emerging Technology and Trends
West Africa Continues to be a Significant Oil and Gas Producing Region in the World
April 19, 2022
Lagos, 15 June 2014: The inaugural FPSO Africa 2014 conference took place 10 – 11 June in Eko Hotel Lagos, Nigeria. The conference was the first gathering in the region to discuss FPSOs, attracting the likes of NNPC, NCDMB, FB Capital, Adepetun Caxton-Martins Agbor & Segun, GOGSPA Ghana and many more FPSO industry … Continue reading West Africa Continues to be a Significant Oil and Gas Producing Region in the World
LEAP Africa Calls for Application for The 2014 Social Innovators Programme
April 19, 2022
LEAP Africa has announced its call for applications for the 2014 Social Innovators Programme. This programme will support talented youth with ideas and initiatives and proffer effective solutions to challenges in local communities across Nigeria. LEAP Africa is a non-profit organization that was founded by Ndidi Nwuneli (MFR). Since its inception in May … Continue reading LEAP Africa Calls for Application for The 2014 Social Innovators Programme
Restless Talent Management Focuses on Nurturing African Talent
April 19, 2022
At the Cannes in May 2014, Restless Talent Management, the first global management company, announced that it will focus on African talent. As filmmakers of African descent have dominated headlines in the world, this new company is poised to identify the next Hollywood headliner. Behind RTM is veteran film producer TendekaMatatu of Ten10 Films … Continue reading Restless Talent Management Focuses on Nurturing African Talent
The Future Africa Awards Extends Nominations Deadline, Expands Board of Judges
April 19, 2022
The Central Working Committee for The Future Africa Awards & Summit (TFAAs) 2014 said in a statement that nominations for this year have been extended. Nominations can be made until the 21st June, 2014. The Future Africa Awards have now been expanded to The Future Africa Awards and Summit which will involve a 2-day … Continue reading The Future Africa Awards Extends Nominations Deadline, Expands Board of Judges
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Nigeria to Host Africa Fashion Reception
April 19, 2022
Last year saw the official launch of the African Fashion Reception in Paris. For the 2014 edition, the Nigerian government through the Federal Ministry of Tourism and Culture will host the event in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State from the 3rd – the 5th of July at the International Conference Centre. The event is organised in … Continue reading Nigeria to Host Africa Fashion Reception
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Nigeria Partners with South Africa to Develop the Mining Sector in Nigeria
April 19, 2022
South Africa is currently the largest gold miner on the continent and the sixth largest gold miner globally. Nigeria has therefore decided to partner with South Africa in exploring collaborative ventures to develop artisanal and small-scale gold mining in Nigeria. This partnership will see Nigeria acquire mining equipment and expertise from South Africa … Continue reading Nigeria Partners with South Africa to Develop the Mining Sector in Nigeria
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The Future Africa Awards & Summit Announce Global Board of Advisors and African Jury
April 19, 2022
The Central Working Committee for The Future Africa Awards & Summit 2014 today announced the formal expansion of its brain trust across the world with the announcement of its expanded jury consisting of the Board of Judges and Independent Audit Committee, as well as its Global Board of Advisors. “As TFAAS has expanded in scope and … Continue reading The Future Africa Awards & Summit Announce Global Board of Advisors and African Jury
GeoPoll Unveils First Ever Overnight TV Ratings In African Markets
April 19, 2022
GeoPoll, the world’s largest real-time mobile survey platform launched its Audience Measurement Service which offers the first ever daily TV ratings in several African markets just in time for the FIFA World Cup when GeoPoll will publish game viewership data from African nations as locals cheer on their teams and global brands spend … Continue reading GeoPoll Unveils First Ever Overnight TV Ratings In African Markets
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Singapore to Boost Economic Ties With Africa
April 19, 2022
Singapore, a country known as the largest investor in Africa among the ASEAN countries, plans to increase its economic ties with Africa through the third edition of Africa Singapore Business Forum, setting the stage for stronger trade and investment flows between both markets. According to the latest United Nations’ World Investment Report 2013, … Continue reading Singapore to Boost Economic Ties With Africa
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Lafarge WAPCO Merges South Africa, Nigeria’s Businesses, Changes Name
April 19, 2022
Lafarge Group on Tuesday said it had combined its Nigerian and South African businesses to create a new name, Lafarge Africa Plc. The company, in a statement made available to our correspondent, said it had concluded plans to transfer all its shares in its businesses in Nigeria and South Africa to the new … Continue reading Lafarge WAPCO Merges South Africa, Nigeria’s Businesses, Changes Name
Ericsson Mobility Report: Mobile Internet Usage to Increase at Twice the Global Rate in Five Years in Sub-Saharan Africa
April 19, 2022
Ericsson, a global and major player in communication, technology and services has revealed the scale of the ongoing data revolution and traffic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa. The June 2014 Sub-Saharan Africa Ericsson Mobility Report released shows that: In 2014, Phone users accessed 76,000 TB (Terabyte) of data per month which doubled the 2013 figure … Continue reading Ericsson Mobility Report: Mobile Internet Usage to Increase at Twice the Global Rate in Five Years in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Ooni of Ife, Obateru Akinruntan, Among 5 Richest Kings in Africa
April 19, 2022
Two Nigerian kings, Obateru Akinruntan of Ugbo land in Ondo State and Okunade Sijuwade, the Ooni of Ife in Osun State have been listed among the 5 richest kings in Africa by Forbes Africa. The two Nigerian monarchs make the list at No.2 and No.3 respectively. Other rulers on the list are King Mohammed … Continue reading Ooni of Ife, Obateru Akinruntan, Among 5 Richest Kings in Africa
Sonnie Ayere Has Been Named Best Male Entrepreneur-Investment Services in Africa
April 19, 2022
Founder, Dunn Loren Merrifield, Mr. Sonnie Ayere has been named Best Male Entrepreneur – Investment Services in Africa by the International Business Star Quality Award. He received the award during the 6th International Business Conference held on Friday 23rd May, 2014 in Accra, Ghana. The conference engaged with outstanding entrepreneurs that continue to distinguish with … Continue reading Sonnie Ayere Has Been Named Best Male Entrepreneur-Investment Services in Africa
