Africa’s long-term economic growth and global competitiveness hinge on scaling local innovation and strengthening infrastructure, experts said at the 2025 Africa Soft Power Summit, which recently concluded in Nairobi, Kenya. …
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Leaders Call for African Solutions, Stronger Infrastructure
African business and political leaders have said the continent must invest more in local innovation, reliable infrastructure and cross-sector partnerships to drive long-term economic growth. The call was made at …
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Sundry Markets Limited Named Among Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies by Financial Times
Sundry Markets Limited, the operator of the well-known Marketsquare supermarket chain in Nigeria, has once again earned a spot on the prestigious list of Africa’s fastest-growing companies, as ranked by …
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Beiersdorf Nigeria Launches NIVEA UV Face Sunscreen in Lagos.
Beiersdorf Nigeria has unveiled its latest skincare innovation, NIVEA UV Face Sunscreen, with a vibrant beachfront launch event in Lagos that brought together skincare enthusiasts, health experts, media personalities, and …
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Vitel Wireless Makes History as Nigeria’s First MVNO to Connect With All Major Telecom Networks
ABUJA, Nigeria — Nigeria’s telecommunications industry has entered a new era with Vitel Wireless, the country’s first Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), completing full interconnectivity with all four major Mobile …
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PETROAN Endorses Petroleumprice.ng as Official Digital Platform for Petroleum Pricing and Market Intelligence
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has officially endorsed Petroleumprice.ng as the recognised digital platform for petroleum pricing, downstream industry news, and marketplace services in Nigeria. …
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Capitec Becomes South Africa’s Biggest Bank by Market Value, Overtakes Standard Bank
Capitec Bank has overtaken some of South Africa’s oldest and biggest financial institutions to become the country’s most valuable bank by market capitalisation. The bank, which was founded in 2001 …
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New Report Says Safer Nicotine Alternatives Could Save Thousands of Smokers in Nigeria
A new public health report has revealed that Nigeria could save thousands of lives by allowing adult smokers access to safer nicotine alternatives like nicotine pouches, e-cigarettes, and heated tobacco. …
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Proven Automation Workflows That Save You Time and Boost Revenue
The meticulous marketing funnel you’ve crafted (Module 1), now humming with compelling brand messaging rooted in neuromarketing principles (Module 2), and powered by strategic content tailored for personalization, AI, and …
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Africa’s Publishing Industry Rises as Nigerian Authors and Publishers Lead the Way
Africa’s publishing industry is currently undergoing a major shift as local authors and publishers continue to break new ground and reshape the literary space across the continent. In Nigeria, a …