Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala: An Economist and World Leader
Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala stands as one of the most influential figures in global economic policy. Known for her work as a two-time Minister of Finance in Nigeria, her contributions to the World Bank, and her historic appointment as the first African and first woman Director-General of the World Trade Organization
Dutch Government Invests $132.8 million in Lagos Sustainability Project
According to the Lagos State government, Dutch government invests $132.8 million in Lagos sustainability project, Nigeria. The partnership, involving the Lagos State and the Dutch company Harvest Waste Consortium, aims to convert part of Lagos’ daily waste into electricity. The project will be based at the decommissioned Epe landfill, where Harvest Waste
MultiChoice Hikes DStv Subscription Prices in Kenya by 4.7%
MultiChoice hikes DStv subscription prices in Kenya by 4.7% starting November 1, 2024. Subscribers to the DStv Premium package will pay KSh11,000, up from KSh10,500, while Compact Plus subscribers will pay KSh6,800 instead of KSh6,500, representing 4.7% and 4.6% increases, respectively. While reasons for the latest hike were not disclosed,
TLcom Capital Leads Seed Investment in LittleFish
TLcom Capital leads seed investment in LittleFish, a South African fintech startup on a mission to reconnect banks with Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). They have closed its seed investment round led by TLcom Capital, with Flourish Ventures as a co-investor. This development marks the first investment in South Africa for
US SEC Charges Former Tingo Accountant with Aiding and Abetting Fraud
US SEC charges former Tingo accountant, Olayinka Oyebola and his firm are charged for allegedly assisting in a large-scale securities fraud. According to US SEC, this fraud is orchestrated by Tingo Founder Mmobuosi Odogwu Banye (also known as Dozy Mmobuosi) and three related US companies under his control. The fraud, involving Mmobuosi’s
32 Team Productivity Tools for Your Team This Year
Compounding internal and external demands can often stretch employees to their breaking points. If to-do lists multiply faster than your team can tackle them, work quality can suffer, deadlines may get missed, and customer satisfaction might plummet. And hiring more workers can help, but it may not be in your budget. What
20 Small Manufacturing Business Ideas in Africa This Year
Small manufacturing business ideas in Africa can be anything from infrastructure, furniture, water, power, tech, design, handcraft, or any physical item. Basically, it is the transformation of raw materials into finished goods which are then sold to the final consumer (user). Generally, there is no home or office in Africa
12 Best Investment Apps in Nigeria This Year
There are several reliable and trustworthy investment apps in Nigeria that allow you to invest your money online and earn. To provide you with strong investment returns, these investment apps properly invest your funds in well-considered assets. These investment platforms have official approval from the Nigerian government and also adhere to Nigerian
YC-backed Vendease Slashes Workforce by 20%
Amid business restructuring, YC-backed Vendease slashes workforce by 20% as it sets sights on sustainability. During a conversation with Techpoint Africa, Tunde Kara, co-founder and CEO, disclosed this development, noting that the decision was the result of an extensive evaluation process spanning several months. In January 2024, the four-year-old startup
Uber Launches Uber Safari in South Africa for $200
Uber launches Uber Safari in South Africa for riders in Cape Town, allowing tourists to access wildlife through its app. It is its latest travel experience to be introduced as part of Uber’s ‘Go Anywhere’ series. Per the company, Uber Safari will offer a full-day wildlife trip from Cape Town
