Success Tips for Young and Aspiring Entrepreneurs
I believe you’ve often heard this statement “Entrepreneurship is not for the weak.” Indeed, it is not, and to succeed at it, you must be thoroughly fortified. You can say this article is exactly all the fortification you need. Are you interested in becoming a business owner? Do you think entrepreneurship is right for […]
Social Entrepreneurship in Nigeria: What You Need to Know
Social entrepreneurship is a unique blend of business acumen and social responsibility, where individuals or organizations utilize their entrepreneurial skills to address pressing social and environmental issues. They are not driven solely by profit but rather by a desire to create meaningful change and improve the lives of others. In Nigeria, social entrepreneurship tackles […]
Practical Tips for Bootstrapping Your Business
Nigeria stands as a land of opportunity, where entrepreneurial dreams take flight and flourish. However, many aspiring business owners face a seemingly insurmountable obstacle: lack of capital. But fear not, for the spirit of entrepreneurship is not bound by financial constraints. With grit, determination, and a well-crafted strategy, you can transform your business idea […]
Connect Nigeria Partners with Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW)
Connect Nigeria is excited to announce its partnership with Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), the world’s largest annual celebration of entrepreneurship, every November. Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) is a global tribute to creativity, innovation, job—creation, and support for SMEs. Read more about Business As a component of the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW), Dr. Ola Anifowose […]
Subpadi: Revolutionizing Nigeria’s Telecom Industry
In a remarkable achievement, Subpadi has celebrated a significant milestone, garnering 10,000 installations on the Google Play Store within just a week of commencing its network upgrade implementation. This accomplishment underscores the platform’s rising prominence in Nigeria’s thriving telecom industry. At the forefront of this success is the platform’s visionary founder, an entrepreneurial force […]
The YouthADAPT Challenge for Young Female Entrepreneurs
The African Development Bank and the Global Center on Adaptation are jointly organizing the Youth Adaptations Solutions (YouthADAPT) challenge. This initiative is part of a broader Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program (AAAP), which is built to mobilize $25 billion for climate change adaptation projects across the continent. Read more about Opportunities The present cohort of […]
5 Signs That You’re Ready to Pivot
In the dynamic world of startups and entrepreneurship, adaptability is often the key to success. While having a well-defined business plan and sticking to your original vision is important, there are times when a change in direction becomes necessary. This is when a pivot comes into play. A pivot involves a shift in a […]
Empowering Local Entrepreneurs: Rif Futures’ Small Business Initiatives
Within the ever-shifting framework of our interconnected world, Rif Futures, a research brand that offers business solutions to different enterprises, has embarked on a journey to support and uplift local entrepreneurs. By focusing on practical, sustainable, and realistic initiatives, Rif Futures has become a beacon of hope for small businesses striving to thrive in […]
The Development Bank of Nigeria Entrepreneurship Training Program 2023
The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) is accepting applications from MSMEs across Nigeria for a place in its Entrepreneurship Training Program. Businesses accepted into this scheme will have their capacities built so that they are able to develop proposals, access and utilize funding, reach their target markets, and manage their operations for sustainable growth. […]
Scaling Your Business Beyond Your Current Limitations
Scaling a business is an exciting yet challenging task for any entrepreneur. It involves expanding the business beyond its current limitations, reaching new customers and markets, and increasing revenue and profits. However, scaling a business is not as simple as just increasing sales or hiring more employees. It requires a well-planned strategy that takes […]
Nadayar Enegesi: From Building Wealth to Building Well-Being
Nadayar Enegesi is a serial entrepreneur who has been hailed by co-workers, investors, and associates for his never-say-never attitude, visionary outlook, and unrelenting drive. Having established two flourishing ventures that are widely regarded as exemplars of African success, ConnectNigeria.com takes a closer look at this dynamic entrepreneur and his remarkable journey in the realm […]
20 Business Wisdom Entrepreneurs Can Learn from the Bible
The Bible is not only a religious text but also a source of wisdom and inspiration for entrepreneurs. The Bible provides entrepreneurs with guidance and principles that they can apply to their businesses. Here are 20 business wisdom entrepreneurs can learn from the Bible: Read more about Business Diligence – Proverbs 13:4 “Lazy people […]
Bank of Industry (BOI) 2023 Entrepreneurship Program
If you are a budding entrepreneur and you’d like to gain the knowledge you need to build a successful business in Nigeria, you may consider applying to take part in the Bank of Industry (BOI) Entrepreneurship Program. Read more about Opportunities This initiative is specifically designed for entrepreneurs whose businesses are solving pressing problems […]
The Seedstars Enhancing Women Entrepreneurship for Africa Program
Applications are currently open for the Seedstars Enhancing Women Entrepreneurship for Africa Program. This program targets women-led small and medium-sized enterprises (WSME), and aims to provide them with the coaching, mentorship and access to funding that they need to scale and thrive. It also aims to develop the enablers of these businesses—such as incubators, […]
The LEAP Africa Social Innovators Fellowship Program 2022/2023: Applications Ongoing
The LEAP Africa Social Innovators Program (SIP) is designed to build the leadership and entrepreneurial skills of young social entrepreneurs and enable them to succeed in their quest to transform their societies positively. The program, an accelerator fellowship, will enhance the ability of young social enterprises to connect with valuable partners, secure much-needed funding, […]
Business Growth Tips: How to Achieve Your Revenue Goals
If you’re an entrepreneur, you likely have at least a rough idea of a revenue target you want your business to reach within this period—whether it’s this week, month, or year. Read more about Business But it is one thing to aim at high numbers, and quite another to know how to achieve them. […]