UNESCO names Senegal as the true home of Jollof Rice over Ghana and Nigeria

UNESCO has officially recognised Senegal as the homeland of Jollof rice, also known as Ceebu Jen in Senegal, putting an end to a long-running dispute between West African countries Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal. The dish, which is popular in West African cuisine, consists of rice and fish, accompanied by vegetables and, on occasion, tomatoes.Information Guide

Here’s what Tanzania is doing to become the next big online business hub in Africa

Minister of Information, Communications, and Information Technology Nape Nnauye stated that the government is investing heavily in ICT, including the construction of the National Fiber Optic Cable network, known as the National ICT Broadband Backbone. According to Xinhua, this network will connect Tanzania’s major cities and towns, providing high-speed internet access to businesses and individuals.

8th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) Full List of Winners

It was a breathtaking experience, Sunday night, at the 15-000 capacity Dakar Arena, in Dakar, Senegal, as superstars across the continent clinched trophies at the 8th edition of the All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) (www.AFRIMA.org), aka ‘The Teranga Edition’. Broadcast live to over 84 countries around the world, the 8th AFRIMA in Senegal saw superstars

Africans Are Using Fintech Apps More Than Ever To Fight Economic Problems

There has been a significant increase in finance app installs across the African continent over the past year, data from a new report by AppsFlyer and Google shows, as people turn to apps and technology as a way of managing finances, navigating economic uncertainty, and moving towards financial freedom. AppsFlyer, a SaaS mobile marketing analytics

Nigeria: Who Invented Jollof Rice? Senegal Beats Ghana and Nigeria to the Title

The authorship – and therefore origins – of Jollof rice (called Ceebu jën in Senegal according to the Wolof spelling) is the subject of a spicy debate between West African nations. In particular, Senegalese, Nigerians and Ghanaians claim ownership. And each believes their recipe surpasses all others. In a bid to settle the issue we

Fincra is now an authorised payment service solution provider in Nigeria

News Johnstone Kpilaakaa The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued Fincra a commercial licence to operate as a Payment Service Solution Provider (PSSP). Wole Ayodele, co-founder and CEO of Fincra Nigerian fintech, Fincra has been authorised by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to operate as a payment service solution provider (PSSP). “We are thrilled

 Schneider Electric Graduate Trainee Program 2023 for young Nigerians.

Schneider Electric (CNW Group/Schneider Electric Canada Inc.) Application Deadline: unspecified Schneider Electric creates connected technologies that reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives.   Schneider Electric’s 135,000+ employees thrive in more than 100 countries. Requirements You are currently pursuing or have completed a university degree (BEng, BSc Eng or BEng Tech Honours) in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation/Control, Electrical & Computer