Organised Impunity at Lagos Ports

The myriad of illegal checkpoints on the Apapa and Tin Can Island Ports roads in Lagos, have become a channel of organised impunity, official lawlessness and excesses that defy the authority of the Lagos State Government. Security personnel, who showcase a false sense of duty of controlling traffic and providing security on these routes, have

Kohler mulls expansion in Nigeria, unveils latest products –

The 150-year-old iconic Brand Kohler, a global hospitality brand has expanded its presence throughout Africa and is making plans to deepen its footprints across Nigeria, starting with the unveiling of its new products in Nigeria. Speaking at its first-ever Kohler Bold event held recently at The Wheatbaker Hotel, Alan Orchard, commercial director, Kohler Africa, and

Teachers’ council boss, Ajiboye, elected AFTRA president in Ghana –

Segun Ajiboye, registrar/chief executive, Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), has been elected as President of Africa Federation of Teaching Regulatory Authorities (AFTRA) in Accra, Ghana. Ajiboye’s election took place at the end of 9th AFTRA annual Conference and 11th Roundtable of the Federation held in Accra, Ghana. The don, who has been vigorously pursuing

8 tech side hustles for skilled Africans

Web Development According to Skill Crush, web development is profitable and a future-proof entry point into tech. It is a quick way to make money in the tech industry with creative projects outside of regular work hours. While many companies require the services of a developer, creative Africans with website development skills can generate a

South African private equity industry adapting to a changing world

Johannesburg, South Africa This article was originally produced for the Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association. South African private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) industry stakeholders take a look back at 2021 and share their outlook for the rest of the year. South African PE activity is recovering from Covid-induced uncertainty, with

MTN appoints new Executive for BankTech in Group Fintech structure

Mtn MTN Group has appointed Andrew Goodrich as Executive for Banktech in our Group Fintech team, effective, 1 June 2022.     Andrew joined MTN in 2019 as a General Manager for Banktech & Beyond Payments division, where he has added immense value in executing our digital banking strategy. “We are delighted to welcome Andrew

Fenty entry to shake Kenya’s Sh100b beauty industry

Rihanna Early this month, billionaire beauty mogul, Rihanna made the announcement on her social media pages that her beauty brands would be coming to Africa. “I have been waiting for this moment! @fentybeauty & @fentyskin are finally dropping in AFRICA!!! Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe… we coming at ya May 27