26 Incredible Things to Do in Seychelles This Year
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26 Incredible Things to Do in Seychelles This Year

August 8, 2024
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Wondering things to do in the Seychelles? There are countless places of interest in this beautiful country of Seychelles. Aside from several popular tourist attractions, there are many interesting places too. Because to come to this beautiful country and only laze on those fabulous beaches is to do yourself a

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Sendsprint Acquires Nobel Financial to Strengthen Operations in the US 
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Sendsprint Acquires Nobel Financial to Strengthen Operations in the US 

August 7, 2024
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Sendsprint acquires Nobel Financial Inc. for an undisclosed fee. Damisi Busari, an ex-Flutterwave executive, founded the startup in 2022 with the promise of facilitating transfers for a flat fee of $5. The startup says it processes transfers within 30 minutes and now has operations in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa,

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CBN Approves Providus Bank and Unity Bank Merger
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CBN Approves Providus Bank and Unity Bank Merger

August 7, 2024
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CBN approves Providus Bank and Unity Bank merger. Per a statement by the apex on the X (formerly Twitter), the move is designed to bolster Nigeria’s financial system. This news comes months after Providus Bank made moves to acquire a major stake in Unity Bank. According to the CBN, it

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Meta Rolls Out Monetization Tools for Content Creators in Kenya
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Meta Rolls Out Monetization Tools for Content Creators in Kenya

August 7, 2024
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Meta rolls out monetization tools for content creators in Kenya, which would them allow them earn money. The features, accessible started yesterday, August 6, 2024. It includes in-stream ads and Facebook ads on reels to be placed before, during or after content videos whether prerecorded or live-streamed. This new monetization

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High Court Sets Bail Terms for MTN Nigeria Fraudsters
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High Court Sets Bail Terms for MTN Nigeria Fraudsters

August 7, 2024
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High Court sets bail terms for MTN Nigeria fraudsters amid ₦1.9 billion. The court in Lagos reportedly granted a ₦50 million bail to two persons arraigned for defrauding a telecoms company, MTN Nigeria.  The presiding Judge, Justice Akintayo Aluko, granted them bail after hearing two applications from the defendant’s representatives.

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Mike Ejeagha, the Legendary Folklore Musician Known as the Gentleman
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Mike Ejeagha, the Legendary Folklore Musician Known as the Gentleman

August 7, 2024
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In July 2024, “Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche”, a song which was released in 1983 as part of his album Akuko N’Egwu Vol. 1, gained widespread recognition due to a viral dance challenge inspired by comedian Brain Jotter. Today, we would look into the life and career of the

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Jumia’s Revenue Falls 25% in Q2 as Operating Losses Rise to $20 Million
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Jumia’s Revenue Falls 25% in Q2 as Operating Losses Rise to $20 Million

August 6, 2024
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Jumia’s revenue falls 25% in Q2 as operating losses rise to $20 Million less than it did during the same period last year.  Gross merchandise value also fell in Q2; it recorded a GMV of $170.1 million compared to $181 million in Q1. Its gross profit saw a 6% decline

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Kenyan Mobility Startup Mobius to Shut Down
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Kenyan Mobility Startup Mobius to Shut Down

August 6, 2024
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Kenyan mobility startup Mobius to shut down following failed year-long recovery efforts. Under the Insolvency Act following financial struggles which hindered it from settling suppliers and paying salaries. Per a notice seen by Techpoint Africa, a creditors’ meeting has been set for August 15, 2024, at Mobius Factory in Nairobi, Kenya. To

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Standard Bank’s Security Tool Targets Vishing Threats
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Standard Bank’s Security Tool Targets Vishing Threats

August 6, 2024
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Standard Bank’s security tool targets vishing threats in South Africa. Once activated and consented to by the client, the feature notifies users of suspicious calls. This move follows a warning about an increase in vishing fraud targeting older people who are approaching retirement or have recently received their cash payouts. 

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What is a Discounted Payback Period?
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What is a Discounted Payback Period?

August 6, 2024
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In financial analysis, numerous tools and metrics are employed to evaluate the viability of potential investments. One such tool is the Discounted Payback Period (DPBP). This metric provides a measure of the time it takes for a project’s discounted cash flows to recover the initial investment. Unlike the traditional payback

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