Archives Tag: Africa
Contribution of Tourism to Artisan Businesses in Africa
April 19, 2022
The growth of the tourism industry the world over and particularly in Africa has been overwhelming. May feel like cliché, yet — and this is the nub – the industry is one of the primary drivers of the economic as well as social development in Africa. According to the International Labor Organization (ILO), 60% of … Continue reading Contribution of Tourism to Artisan Businesses in Africa
Technology as a Catalyst for E-commerce Development in Africa
April 19, 2022
This is Africa! Here farming is perceived to be the main occupation of local people. Here many rural areas do not have access to electricity and most urban cities cannot afford constant power. Here smartphones and advanced electrical gadgets were seen to be cut out for only the educated and rich. Yet, here, e-commerce is … Continue reading Technology as a Catalyst for E-commerce Development in Africa
By bennetotoo
Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa’s Business Incubation Centres recognized by UBI Global
April 19, 2022
Three business incubation centers in Africa have been recognized as the best performing university business incubators by UBI Global, a leader in performance analysis of business incubators around the world. Last week, UBI Global hosted an online award ceremony for the 2015 High Impact Incubation Programmes in Africa and named Technology Incubation Centre in Nigeria, … Continue reading Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa’s Business Incubation Centres recognized by UBI Global
By mary-odunuga
Ads We Love: GTB’s African Pride
April 19, 2022
Africa has emerged and is still rising to do great and unexpected things; and every member of the ConnectNigeria team is proud to be African! That’s why we absolutely love this new ad by GTBank titled “African Pride”. It is an exciting new showcase of this great continent that focuses on the positives of Africa and … Continue reading Ads We Love: GTB’s African Pride
By ejura
University of Ibadan Ranked Best In Nigeria, Eighth in Africa
April 19, 2022
The University of Ibadan has emerged as the best university in Nigeria for the second time since its establishment in 1948. ThisDay News reports that this position was ranked by the Journals Consortium on a ranking of f 1,447 higher institutions on the continent. This was based on research materials from 2010 to 2014 as … Continue reading University of Ibadan Ranked Best In Nigeria, Eighth in Africa
By ify
MTV MAMA 2015: Nigerian Artistes Dominate 11 Categories
April 19, 2022
Nigerian music stars including Davido, Wizkid, Yemi Alade, and P-Square, once again hold sway over the African music scene as they dominate 11 categories at the 2015 MTV Africa Music Awards nominee list. The nominee list which was revealed on Thursday night at a reception held in Harem, Johannesburg, South Africa had in attendance some of MAMA 2015 … Continue reading MTV MAMA 2015: Nigerian Artistes Dominate 11 Categories
By ejura
Discover Africa’s Weirdest Market
April 19, 2022
It is no argument that Africa is full of enough beautiful landmarks and destinations to leave a first-time traveller spoiled for choice on where to visit, but in addition to these quite a number of strange spots exist. Jovago.com discovered one of Africa’s weirdest locations found in the capital city of Togo, Lome. The Akodessewa … Continue reading Discover Africa’s Weirdest Market
By guestwriter
1,000 African Entrepreneurs Selected for TEEP Programme
April 19, 2022
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has shortlisted 1,000 entrepreneurs across the African continent for its TEEP Programme which is set to run for the next nine months. Training under this programme will consist of an intensive online curriculum, mentoring opportunities and a two-day entrepreneurship bootcamp. TEEP is a $100 million initiative set up to discover … Continue reading 1,000 African Entrepreneurs Selected for TEEP Programme
Flying Eagles Book a Place in AYC Final
April 19, 2022
Nigeria’s U20 men’s football team, The Flying Eagles have booked their place in the final of the ongoing African Youth Championship (AYC) in Senegal. Yesterday, Manu Garba’s boys defeated their fierce rivals, Ghana’s Black Satellites 2-0 to boost their chances of winning a seventh AYC crown. Today, Nigeria will find out who they will face in … Continue reading Flying Eagles Book a Place in AYC Final
By arinzeude
Unity Girl Dolls Gives a Face Lift to Education with School Overhaul
April 19, 2022
In line with its vision to acculturate children, unite Nigerians and deliver social change within our communities and country, Unity Girl Dolls, Nigeria’s first themed dolls – a product of Auldon Limited – have overhauled a dilapidated school in Ikorodu – the first in a long line of CSR initiatives which will cut across the six geopolitical zones … Continue reading Unity Girl Dolls Gives a Face Lift to Education with School Overhaul
Tesslo Concepts Unveils New Collection ‘The Wolf of High Street’
April 19, 2022
The Africa Fashion Week Dubai has been designed to provide a platform for designers to showcase and market their businesses to approximately 250,000 audiences across all media platforms and 150-200 VIPs who will be coming from The Middle East, Africa and across the globe. The event will be used to raise funds for Ebola treatment in Sierra … Continue reading Tesslo Concepts Unveils New Collection ‘The Wolf of High Street’
VIMN Africa Partners with MultiChoice to Launch BET Africa on DSTV
April 19, 2022
Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Africa has partnered with MultiChoice to launch a new localized BET channel exclusively on DSTV next month. This move comes as VIMN Africa, Africa’s most prolific international broadcaster, celebrates ten years of operations in Africa. According to VIMN Africa, the channel is designed to reflect, respect and elevate the rich variety and … Continue reading VIMN Africa Partners with MultiChoice to Launch BET Africa on DSTV
By elizabeth
International Women’s Day: Have African Women Been Empowered?
April 19, 2022
International Women’s Day (8 March) is a global day dedicated to celebrating the Economic, Political and Social achievements of women in the past, present and future. It is a day set aside by the United Nations every year to celebrate the outstanding efforts of women around the world in various facets of life ranging from … Continue reading International Women’s Day: Have African Women Been Empowered?
Model Oluchi Orlandi Lands Major Endorsement Deal With Verve International
April 19, 2022
Nigerian super model, Oluchi Orlandi has reportedly sealed a mouth-watering deal with Verve international. Speaking on the deal in a press statement made available to ConnectNigeria, Oluchi said Africans have more to offer the world than it thinks. “Africans have a lot to offer the world. The continent is riddled with brilliant minds, and a very … Continue reading Model Oluchi Orlandi Lands Major Endorsement Deal With Verve International
By elizabeth
Egwuekwe In Hot Demand
April 19, 2022
Super Eagles defender, Azubuike Egwuekwe is on the verge of joining the GLO Nigerian Premier League exodus to Europe. Egwuekwe, 25, has been linked with the likes of Panathinaikos, Penafiel, West Ham United, Watford and Udinese in this January transfer window. Greek giants, Panathinaikos have reportedly opened talks with Egwuekwe’s agent over a possible move … Continue reading Egwuekwe In Hot Demand
By arinzeude
