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U.S. Attorneys Push for Gambaryan's Release. Is This A Test of Biden's Diplomacy?
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U.S. Attorneys Push for Gambaryan’s Release. Is This A Test of Biden’s Diplomacy?

In a new chapter of the unfolding Tigran Gambaryan case, 18 U.S. State Attorneys General have called on President Joe Biden to intervene on behalf of the detained Binance executive. They urge the President to use the Robert Levinson Hostage Recovery and Hostage-Taking Accountability Act to help secure Gambaryan’s release, citing serious concerns about his […]

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Trailblazers: Meet the First Females to Break Barriers in Africa and Beyond
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TRAILBLAZERS: MEET THE FIRST FEMALES TO BREAK BARRIERS IN AFRICA AND BEYOND

Throughout history, the road to success has often been fraught with obstacles for women. Breaking into male-dominated fields or achieving monumental milestones requires immense strength, resilience, and courage. For women, especially in environments that persistently stereotype, shame, or sideline their capabilities, achieving such feats demands more than just effort—it takes enduring pain, pushing past deeply […]

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OmniRetail Acquires Traction Apps to Supercharge Payment and Trade Solutions for Nigerian SMEs
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OmniRetail Acquires Traction Apps to Supercharge Payment and Trade Solutions for Nigerian SMEs

OmniRetail, a fast-growing Nigerian B2B e-commerce startup, has taken a bold step to strengthen its foothold in the financial services sector by acquiring Traction Apps, a prominent provider of payment solutions and inventory management tailored for small businesses. This acquisition, recognized as a pivotal move in Nigeria’s burgeoning SME sector, aims to empower small and […]

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Moniepoint Supports STEM Growth with Cutting-Edge CAD/CAM Lab at Obafemi Awolowo University
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Moniepoint Supports STEM Growth with Cutting-Edge CAD/CAM Lab at Obafemi Awolowo University

Ile-Ife, Nigeria – In a major stride towards enhancing STEM education and fostering technological innovation in Nigeria, Moniepoint, in partnership with its co-founder Tosin Eniolorunda, has made a significant contribution to the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) with the unveiling of the Tosin Eniolorunda Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Laboratory. This move is aimed […]

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Binance’s Bold Plan to Drive Crypto Adoption in Africa via Mobile Money
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Binance’s Bold Plan to Drive Crypto Adoption in Africa via Mobile Moneyq

As global interest in cryptocurrency grows, Binance is spearheading a bold initiative to bridge the digital divide in West and Central Africa. In an unprecedented move, the world’s largest crypto exchange has integrated mobile money payments into its platform, offering users in Benin, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Togo, and Senegal the […]

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FBN Holdings Proposes Rebranding to First Holdco Plc Ahead of 12th AGM
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FBN Holdings Proposes Rebranding to First Holdco Plc Ahead of 12th AGM

FBN Holdings Plc has announced its intention to change its legal and brand name to First Holdco Plc at its upcoming 12th Annual General Meeting (AGM), scheduled for November 14, 2024. The proposed rebranding, which will extend to its subsidiaries, is one of several special resolutions that shareholders will vote on during the AGM. As […]

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Why Togo Halted Yango’s Ride-Hailing Services Over Passenger Safety Concerns
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Why Togo Halted Yango’s Ride-Hailing Services Over Passenger Safety Concerns

Togo’s Ministry of Transport has suspended the operations of the ride-hailing app Yango, citing security concerns just months after the platform began its services in the country. Yango, which is owned by Russian tech giant Yandex, faces this ban due to issues related to passenger safety, regulatory compliance, and operational procedures. In a statement released […]

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AfDB Approves $100 Million for Nigeria’s Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank
African Entrepreneurship

AfDB Approves $100 Million for Nigeria’s Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a significant funding initiative aimed at boosting youth entrepreneurship in Nigeria. Akinwunmi Adesina, President of AfDB, announced on Friday that the bank’s board of directors has approved $100 million for the establishment of the Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank in Nigeria. Speaking during the 90th birthday lecture of former […]

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Ghana's Aya Data Raises $900,000 Seed Round to Expand AI Solutions in Africa
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Ghana’s Aya Data Raises $900,000 Seed Round to Expand AI Solutions in Africa

Ghana-based AI consultancy startup, Aya Data, has successfully raised $900,000 in a seed round, combining both debt and equity. This new funding will help the company scale its AI products—AyaGrow and AyaSpeech—and bring on new talent. With this latest round, Aya Data’s total funding now stands at $1.15 million. The startup previously raised $300,000 from […]

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