3 Minutes With Sylvia Omina, Founder of Omina Otsieno
Sylvia’s childhood pastime of crafting dolls from clay, intricately plaiting their hair, and making their dresses from yarn laid the groundwork for her future endeavours. In 2018, Sylvia established Omina Otsieno, initially focusing on clothing and yarn jewellery before pivoting to banana fibre jewellery in 2021. Sylvia’s academic pursuits reflect
How Omina Otsieno’s Founder is Changing the Lives of Rural Women in Kenya
Sylvia Omina is the founder and creative director of Omina Otsieno, an innovative fashion brand in Kenya, renowned for its distinctive jewelry crafted from banana fiber. Born and raised between Nairobi and Busia, Sylvia’s formative years in Busia ignited her passion for crafting, where she found abundant materials at her
How Sylvia Omina Otsieno is Using Banana Fiber to Make Jewelry
Africa has some truly dedicated and inspirational social entrepreneurs who want to make a real and positive difference in the lives of others. Sylvia Omina Otsieno, a fashionpreneur is one of them. With her sustainable fashion brand, Omina Otsieno, that is almost entirely from banana fiber, Sylvia has defined the
16 Best Honeymoon Destinations in Africa to Visit This Year
Vows have been said, rings exchanged and now it’s time for your honeymoon! But with so many possibilities, how do you choose where to go? Might we suggest skipping the traditional romantic destinations and setting your sights on somewhere a bit more adventurous? How about sprawling soft-sand beaches, island getaways,
16 Affordable Honeymoon Destinations in Africa to Visit This Year
Vows have been said, rings exchanged and now it’s time for your honeymoon! But with so many possibilities, how do you choose where to go? Might we suggest skipping the traditional romantic destinations and setting your sights on somewhere a bit more adventurous? How about sprawling soft-sand beaches, island getaways,
Egyptian Bill Payment Startup ‘Sahl’ Raises $6m Funding Round
Cairo-based startup Sahl raises $6m funding round (Series A and seed funding) to act as a one-stop shop for household bills, in collaboration with government entities. Sahl is a mobile bill payment app that offers users the convenience of paying bills for over 50 services including electricity, gas, water, and mobile.
What is Debt Financing in Business? A Comprehensive Guide
Debt financing is a fundamental concept in business, allowing companies to raise capital for growth and operations. It’s essentially borrowing money from lenders with the promise to repay the principal amount plus interest over a set period. This blog post dives deep into the world of debt financing, exploring its
What is Debt Financing for Startups? A Founder’s Guide
The world of startup funding can feel like a complex maze. You’ve got bootstrapping, angel investors, venture capitalists, and a whole list of terms to navigate. One crucial option to understand is debt financing. This blog post will serve as your guide to debt financing for startups. We’ll break down
100 Daily Income Businesses in Nigeria to Start This Year
Earning a daily income is a dream for many Nigerians, especially in a bustling economy. The good news is, there are numerous business ventures you can explore to achieve this goal. This blog post dives into daily income business in Nigeria that have the potential to generate daily income. We’ll
Adia Sowho, First Female Chief Marketing Officer of MTN Nigeria
Starting as the first-ever female CMO of the telecommunications giant, Adia Sowho’s tenure brought new marketing dimensions and standards. She resigned from her position as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of MTN Nigeria after three years of service. The rather abrupt quit comes amid allegations of misappropriation and unnecessary expenditures reported by 247ureports. MTN
