Mastercard has announced the winners of its second edition of the Women SME Leaders Awards at a virtual ceremony, celebrating the achievements of women-led businesses in 22 categories across multiple industry sectors in Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Launched in 2022 in collaboration with Entrepreneur Middle East, the Mastercard Women SME Leaders Awards …
Nigeria’s premium online and gaming brand, Betway, is making a significant impact on the lives of entrepreneurs and small business owners in Lagos. The brand has announced its support for 10 Fintech point of sale (POS) operators in the city with solar-powered kiosks to aid their businesses. This is part of the company’s commitment to …
A debt dilemma: Bonding over borrowing costs? Last week, Nigeria agreed to convert $4.9 billion of debt owed to the central bank into bonds as part of its plan to reduce the country’s debt burden. The move is expected to free up funds for infrastructure investment and help lower the government’s borrowing costs. The debt …
If you thought coconuts were only good for sipping on a tropical beach, think again. Coconuts are one of the most versatile fruits in the world. There’s even a myth about coconut water being a substitute for blood plasma that started in the 1900s. In the twisted theory, it is said that coconut water has …
Motherhood is a profession as old as creation. But many parts of the world still undervalue its strength today. In Egypt, for example, birth rates have been falling for years. As of 2020, there were approximately 23 births per 1000 people in a year. You might draw a straight line between this fact and how up …
Agriculture has been a fundamental aspect of human civilization since ancient times, playing a critical role in providing food and other essential resources necessary for human survival. The sector has been a driver of economic growth, food security and employment for many people, particularly in developing countries, where a significant portion of the population relies …
On Wednesday, May 3, the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) launched the Kenya Quick Response Code Standard 2023 (KE-QR Code Standard 2023; or the Standard) to accelerate digital payment solutions for merchants and consumers nationwide. This latest policy will guide how payment service providers and banks regulated by the CBK issue Quick Response (QR) Codes to …
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has confirmed that locally produced Indomie Instant Noodles in Nigeria is safe for consumption while refuting reports making the rounds online that it has banned the locally produced Indomie Instant Noodles. The regulatory body said on Monday through its Director-General, Prof Mrs Mojisola Adeyeye. …