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How to Stay Healthy While Working from Home
11th September 2024
Working from home has its perks—no commute, working in your pyjamas, and setting your schedule. But it also comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to staying healthy. Without the structure of a traditional office, it’s easy to slip into unhealthy habits like snacking all day or sitting for long … Continue reading How to Stay Healthy While Working from Home
7 Steps to Achieving Your Career Goals
As a professional, you likely have several career goals, such as advancing swiftly up the career ladder, significantly increasing your income, or establishing yourself as an authority in your field. Whatever they are, you’re probably keen on achieving your career goals. Read more about Career So, how do you make them happen? This article … Continue reading 7 Steps to Achieving Your Career Goals
How to Make the Most of Your Internship in a Nigerian Company
If you’ve just been accepted into a Nigerian company as an intern, you’re probably looking forward to the experience of learning on the job. Perhaps you’re not sure how to make the most of your internship. Here’s the good news: you’ve come to the right place for help. In this article, we talk about … Continue reading How to Make the Most of Your Internship in a Nigerian Company
The D-Prize Challenge 2025 for Social Entrepreneurs
Applications are now open for the D-Prize Challenge 2025. This initiative is designed to support organizations working to end extreme poverty in low or middle-income countries. It offers startup grants of up to $20,000 to social entrepreneurs who are launching new organizations—whether they be charities, NGOs or for-profit ventures –that exist to tackle poverty. … Continue reading The D-Prize Challenge 2025 for Social Entrepreneurs
6 Ways to Make Money from Blogging in Nigeria
You have probably heard that it’s becoming more difficult to make money from blogging. Pessimists say the prime reason for this is the oversupply of blogs. Sites in this category number in the millions, but most of them barely get read. Read more about Finance But what if I told you that you can … Continue reading 6 Ways to Make Money from Blogging in Nigeria
Applications Open for the Lagos State Specialized ICT Training
The Lagos State Government has announced that applications are open for Lagos state indigenes to enrol in its Specialized ICT Training. This program is targeted at the unemployed youth, with about 200 persons expected to benefit from it. The initiative is being executed through the state’s Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment. Read more … Continue reading Applications Open for the Lagos State Specialized ICT Training
The World Bank Group Young Professionals Program 2025
The World Bank Group is now recruiting smart young people who want to join it through its Young Professionals Program (YPP). It is receiving applications from people of diverse educational and professional backgrounds—especially those who want to work as Technical Specialists, Economists, and Associate Investment Officers. Read more about Opportunities Recruits will join the … Continue reading The World Bank Group Young Professionals Program 2025
Apply for the ExxonMobil Graduate Internship Program 2024
Young Nigerian graduates can apply for the ExxonMobil Graduate Internship program if they are interested in working for one of the world’s leading and largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies. Read more about Grants Apart from the robust monthly salary, the ExxonMobil Graduate Internship Program provides a platform to proffer solutions to challenges … Continue reading Apply for the ExxonMobil Graduate Internship Program 2024
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How to Prevent Business Identity Theft
Criminals are always trying an assortment of tactics to rob individuals and corporate entities of the resources they own. One strategy they’re known to use is business identity theft. This means that malicious actors steal the identity markers of businesses—whether they are names, logos, bank accounts, websites, emails, etc. –for nefarious purposes. Read more … Continue reading How to Prevent Business Identity Theft
Apply For the Halcyon Climate Resilience & Food Security in Africa Fellowship 2025
The Halcyon Climate Resilience and Food Security in Africa Fellowship gathers African entrepreneurs to address food security challenges. Founders selected for the program will receive critical resources to accelerate their ventures, expert training, a one-week in-person residency in Washington, D.C., and a one-week in-person residency in Nairobi, Kenya. Read more about Opportunities Participants in … Continue reading Apply For the Halcyon Climate Resilience & Food Security in Africa Fellowship 2025
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Applications Open for AFC BRACE Program for Agripreneurs
African Food Changemakers (AFC) says it is now receiving applications for the second cohort (batch 3) of its ‘Building Resilience against Climate Change and Environmental Shocks (BRACE)’ program. This initiative exists to inform and educate agripreneurs about the effects that climate change has on their business. It will also equip them with the knowledge … Continue reading Applications Open for AFC BRACE Program for Agripreneurs
Apply for the Microsoft Internship Program
10th September 2024
As part of Microsoft’s mission to empower people and organisations to achieve more, it has announced the Microsoft Internship Program. It is an initiative that is focused on empowering interns to build a community, explore their passion, and achieve their goals while bringing their solutions and ideas to reality. Read more about Opportunities Microsoft … Continue reading Apply for the Microsoft Internship Program
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Apply for the UNDP Timbuktoo HealthTech Startup Accelerator Program 2024
HealthTech entrepreneurs and innovators with groundbreaking ideas geared at transforming the healthcare system in Africa and leveraging on innovations to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) can apply for the UNDP Timbuktoo HealthTech Startup Accelerator Program 2024 and win the $100,000 available in funding for them to upscale defendable solutions with a clear … Continue reading Apply for the UNDP Timbuktoo HealthTech Startup Accelerator Program 2024
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Apply for the World Bank Treasury Summer Paid Internship Program 2025
The World Bank is inviting applications for the Treasury Summer Paid Internship Program, a junior professional training program aimed at developing the skills that are relevant to a successful career in the financial industry. Read more about Opportunities College students with a strong interest in a financial career are invited to apply for the … Continue reading Apply for the World Bank Treasury Summer Paid Internship Program 2025
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Apply for the Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator 2025
Entrepreneurs can apply for the Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator 2025 and gain the $120,000 available in funding, mentorship, and more than $4 million in perks. Read more about Opportunities The Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator, focused on utilizing innovative technologies to fix the challenges of the modern dynamic labour market, is an initiative of Techstars, … Continue reading Apply for the Techstars Workforce Development Accelerator 2025
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Apply for the Deloitte Virtual Experience Program 2024
Deloitte Ireland is inviting applications for its Virtual Experience Program. Selected fellows will be exposed to the different areas of the company’s operationalization and fascinating projects along with invaluable skills in the process. Read more about Opportunities Deloitte is a brand that helps clients reimagine their business model with their specialist teams in the … Continue reading Apply for the Deloitte Virtual Experience Program 2024
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Healthy Lunch Ideas for Your Kids
Making a healthy lunch for your kids doesn’t have to be a challenge. Using simple Nigerian recipes, you can create a nutritious and delicious lunch. Nigerian food is rich in flavour and culture, so why not incorporate that into your child’s lunch? Here are healthy lunch ideas using traditional Nigerian recipes to keep your … Continue reading Healthy Lunch Ideas for Your Kids
Essential School Supplies Checklist: A Guide for Every Age Group
Heading back to school is an exciting time for both kids and parents. But before that first day, there’s usually one big task to tackle: gathering school supplies. Whether you’re shopping for a kindergartner or a high schooler, having the right supplies is crucial to success. Below is a simple checklist of must-have school … Continue reading Essential School Supplies Checklist: A Guide for Every Age Group
Supporting Students with Learning Disabilities
Children with learning disabilities face unique challenges in the classroom, but the right support can help them thrive academically and socially. Learning disabilities do not reflect a child’s intelligence or potential; they mean the child learns differently. Parents and teachers are crucial in providing the support and encouragement needed. Here are some practical tips … Continue reading Supporting Students with Learning Disabilities
Apply for the Lagos State Specialized ICT Training
In partnership with the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, the Lagos State Government has announced an opportunity for 200 unemployed youth in the state to undergo cutting-edge specialized ICT training to boost their employability prospects. Read more about Opportunities The Lagos State Specialized ICT Training Programme is a 4-month initiative fully focused on … Continue reading Apply for the Lagos State Specialized ICT Training
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Back-to-School Health Tips: Keeping Kids Healthy for School
As the new school year begins, parents need to make sure their children are ready not just academically, but also physically and mentally. A healthy child is more likely to perform well in school, have better concentration, and stay energized throughout the day. Here are some effective back-to-school health tips to help keep your … Continue reading Back-to-School Health Tips: Keeping Kids Healthy for School
Study Tips for a Successful School Year
Every student wants to succeed, but achieving that goal requires more than just showing up to class. It’s about how you manage your time, how you study, and how you stay organized. These are essential skills that can help make your school year successful. Below are some simple, effective study tips and time management … Continue reading Study Tips for a Successful School Year
How to Help Your Child Make New Friends in School
Making new friends can be exciting, but it can also be a bit scary for children, especially when starting a new school or moving to a new grade with unfamiliar faces. Having good friends at school is important because it makes children feel happier, more connected, and more comfortable. As a parent, you can … Continue reading How to Help Your Child Make New Friends in School
Tips for Parents to Prepare Kids for a Stress-Free Back-to-School
9th September 2024
The back-to-school season can bring a mix of emotions for both parents and kids. There’s excitement about new classes and seeing friends again, but there can also be some anxiety and stress around the changes ahead. Whether it’s your child’s first year of school or they’re seasoned pros, the transition back to school can … Continue reading Tips for Parents to Prepare Kids for a Stress-Free Back-to-School
The Power of Micro-Workouts: Staying Fit with Just 10 Minutes a Day
We’ve all been there. You start the day with good intentions to hit the gym or squeeze in a workout, but life gets in the way. Before you know it, the day is over, and you’ve done zero exercise. It happens to the best of us! But what if I told you that staying … Continue reading The Power of Micro-Workouts: Staying Fit with Just 10 Minutes a Day
How to Set Up a Professional Business Email
A few weeks ago, I saw an ad on YouTube by GoDaddy about professional business emails. When I saw it, I shrugged it off as I wondered to myself, “Who doesn’t know why professional business emails are needed today?” Well, I was wrong. There are still entrepreneurs who aren’t aware of the usefulness of … Continue reading How to Set Up a Professional Business Email
5 Pages Business Websites Must Have
If you have a website for your business, it is often the first point of contact between you and potential customers. Whether you’re running a small business or a larger enterprise, your website must be well-structured to attract and retain customers. But what exactly makes business websites effective? Read more about Business While every … Continue reading 5 Pages Business Websites Must Have
The 2024 Young Men Conference – “Men Dey!”
The Double-Edged Impact Network is proud to announce the 2024 edition of the Young Men Conference, themed “Men Dey!” Scheduled for Saturday, November 23, 2024, this annual event is a powerful gathering dedicated to empowering and connecting young men across Africa. It is a platform where they can engage in meaningful discussions, develop essential … Continue reading The 2024 Young Men Conference – “Men Dey!”
Daystar Power: Leading Solar Energy Solutions in Africa
With the growing interest in alternative power sources, especially solar, more and more people and organisations are investing in solar energy solutions for their homes and offices. Read more about Energy Daystar Power is one of many companies offering solar energy solutions that are transforming the energy landscape in West Africa. Since its founding … Continue reading Daystar Power: Leading Solar Energy Solutions in Africa
The Story of How Opay Captured the Hearts of Nigerians
When Opay launched in Nigeria in 2018, few could have predicted its rapid growth and widespread adoption in just a few years. What started as a mobile payments platform quickly evolved into a multifaceted super app, offering everything from ride-hailing to food delivery and financial services. Read more about Business But how did Opay … Continue reading The Story of How Opay Captured the Hearts of Nigerians