The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), through its impact investment subsidiary—the Fund for Export Development in Africa (FEDA)—has officially launched a $1 billion Africa Film Fund aimed at transforming the continent’s …
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African Spirit Brands Step into Global Market with Local Flavour and Bold Packaging
Some African distillers are now turning traditional drinks into modern, premium products that are catching international attention. These new players in the global market are not only rebranding age-old local …
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FG Launches Creative Economy Development Fund to Support Nigerian Creatives, Opens Applications
The Federal Government has launched a new funding programme called the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) to support people working in Nigeria’s creative sector. The fund was introduced by the …
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Lagos Leadership Summit 2025: Exciting Speakers Set to Inspire Change
The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) has announced an impressive list of speakers for the upcoming Lagos Leadership Summit 2025. The event will take place on April 16th and 17th …
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Nigerian Traditional and Religious Leaders Join Forces with Ford Foundation to Tackle Gender-Based Violence
Nigerian traditional, religious, and community leaders are partnering with the Ford Foundation to address gender-based violence (GBV) in West Africa by transforming harmful cultural and religious practices that reinforce inequality. …
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South African rand slides as budget vote puts coalition on shaky ground
The South African rand fell sharply on Wednesday following disagreements over the country’s budget vote, raising concerns about the strength of the coalition government. By 16:40 GMT, the rand was …
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Ecobank, AFC, Soto Gallery Support Young Artists with ‘234Arts’ Exhibition
Emerging artists in Nigeria are getting a platform to showcase their talents through the ‘234Arts’ exhibition, an initiative supported by Ecobank, Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), and Soto Gallery. The event, …