VDL International Conference Highlights Fostering Ethical Values in the Society

VDL International Conference Highlights Fostering Ethical Values in the Society

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Stakeholders at the Values for Daily Living International [VDLI] inaugural annual conference have recommitted to continuing efforts in promoting ethical values and moral principles, inspiring positive change in individuals and communities worldwide. The VDLI inaugural annual conference convened by Sandra Ani, was a resounding success, bringing together students, parents, scholars, educators, and community members to…

Facebook hosts creators workshop in Lagos

Facebook hosts creators workshop in Lagos

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On Thursday, July 18, 2024, Facebook hosted its first-ever creator workshop in Lagos, Nigeria. The event brought together over 20 Facebook creators to reinforce the app’s commitment to the region’s creative community. The workshop equipped creators with the knowledge and resources needed to earn from the engaging content they share – whether it’s a Reel…

Call for Applications: Young Nigerians Can Apply for PowerUP Entrepreneurship Program 4.0

Call for Applications: Young Nigerians Can Apply for PowerUP Entrepreneurship Program 4.0

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Young Nigerians are empowered by the PowerUP Entrepreneurship Program, which gives them the resources and encouragement they need to succeed as business owners. The NerdzFactory Foundation is in charge of carrying out Access Corporation’s PowerUp Entrepreneurship program. The program’s objective is to provide young Nigerians with the entrepreneurial skills they need to establish and expand…

Teresa Anania Joins Sophos as Chief Customer Officer
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Teresa Anania Joins Sophos as Chief Customer Officer

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Sophos, a global leader of innovative security solutions for defeating cyberattacks, today announced that Teresa Anania has joined the company as Chief Customer Officer (CCO). Anania will play a key role in accelerating Sophos’ customer and partner success initiatives to maximize value of Sophos’ portfolio of cybersecurity solutions and services, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) services…

Scaleup with STEP: How STEP is Set to Empower Startups and Talent in Africa

Scaleup with STEP: How STEP is Set to Empower Startups and Talent in Africa

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Africa is rapidly becoming a hotbed for innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological advancements. Yet, for many startups and talented individuals, the journey from concept to market traction and revenue is often fraught with challenges. Enter the Startup and Talent Enhancement Program (STEP), a pioneering initiative by IDEA Africa, with support from the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub. STEP…

$50,000 Post-Harvest Loss Innovation Prize Call for Applications (For, Kenya, Nigeria and India Smallholder Farmers)

$50,000 Post-Harvest Loss Innovation Prize Call for Applications (For, Kenya, Nigeria and India Smallholder Farmers)

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We are looking for ground-breaking ways to help smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia minimize post-harvest loss. The Challenge Approximately one-third of all food produced worldwide is lost or discarded before it is consumed. This results in large financial losses and needless greenhouse gas emissions throughout the agricultural value chain. The 500 million…

Family and Home at the Heart of LG’s Latest Campaign “Life’s Good When You Get More Care”

Family and Home at the Heart of LG’s Latest Campaign “Life’s Good When You Get More Care”

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New LG video campaign to shine a light on everyday interactions in the home and help customers share their care amongst family LG Electronics (LG) has announced its new campaign of short videos under the “Life’s Good” brand slogan, titled Get More Care, following the success of previous themes “Get More Love” and “Get More…

How the Magic Lab Academy in Nigeria is bridging the animation skills gap in Africa

How the Magic Lab Academy in Nigeria is bridging the animation skills gap in Africa

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With online and in-person training programs, Nigerian ed-tech startup Magic Lab Academy hopes to address the lack of qualified people in the animation sector. Co-founders Ferdy Adimefe, Chekwube Okonkwo, and Duru Azubuike came up with the idea for Magic Lab in 2023. After launching their profitable animation business, they used the platform to train animators…

Ijesha Digital Hub Celebrates Job Placements for 17 Graduates from Inaugural Training Program

Ijesha Digital Hub Celebrates Job Placements for 17 Graduates from Inaugural Training Program

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The Ijesha Digital Hub has announced that 17 graduates from its first cohort are to receive job offers following their successful completion of the training program. This significant milestone was announced to the ecstatic graduates and the huge crowd that had gathered to witness the historic event by the Keynote speaker and member of the…

LG Electronics Wraps Up the Epic K-POP Grand Finale

LG Electronics Wraps Up the Epic K-POP Grand Finale

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Millions of Naira won, dreams fulfilled, and a spectacular end to a stellar competition. The LG K-POP Grand Finale concluded with a flourish, igniting the stage with electrifying performances, jaw-dropping special effects, and the immense talent of the winners. The highly anticipated event, brought to you by LG Electronics, saw some of the biggest names…

The keys to encouraging African businesses to adopt new technologies

The keys to encouraging African businesses to adopt new technologies

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African businesses are increasing their use of new technology to protect against disruption and establish new capabilities that will drive their growth and innovation activities. While technology use in African firms lags that of the developed world, this trend is changing. According to a PwC survey, 87 percent of CEOs in Africa’s financial services sector…

How Nigeria’s SUWK links users with jobs and assists them in upskilling
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How Nigeria’s SUWK links users with jobs and assists them in upskilling

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Nigerian startup Skill Up With Kahdsole (SUWK) is a cutting-edge ed-tech platform that offers easily accessible, market-driven vocational education and assistance with job placement through an extensive online ecosystem, tackling the pressing concerns of youth unemployment and skill shortages. SUWK was established in 2021 by Chioma Ukpabi and Kelvin Steve, a couple who are passionate…

Top risks, causes of loss and growth drivers for the technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) sector
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Top risks, causes of loss and growth drivers for the technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) sector

ByTechTrends

Few industries are moving faster than TMT. It is at the very heart of global innovation, driving technological, societal, and economic progress. One notable opportunity in the technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) industry is the rapid growth of 5G technology and its applications across various sectors. With its promise of ultra-fast speeds, low latency, and…

Nigerian Startup NeuRaL AI Simplifies Gen AI with ‘REACTOR’ Launch

Nigerian Startup NeuRaL AI Simplifies Gen AI with ‘REACTOR’ Launch

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Small, medium, or large businesses looking to explore how Generative AI (GenAI) can enhance their operations without the complexity of technical setups, can now heave a sigh of relief. Neural AI, a Lagos-based provider of essential support to organizations intending to build and deploy Large Language Models (LLMs), has developed and launched a composable, ready-to-use…

How Resilience-Based Ecosystems Help Entrepreneurs Manage Change
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How Resilience-Based Ecosystems Help Entrepreneurs Manage Change

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If a company is structured like a rainforest ecosystem, it will already have the internal resilience to handle unanticipated circumstances, such as the CEO and the rest of the C-suite being fired by the board of directors. That is precisely what happened at one of my former employers, where the board of a medical clinic…

Eyitayo Iyortim Appointed new President of AfTLD

Eyitayo Iyortim Appointed new President of AfTLD

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A Nigerian, Mrs. Eyitayo Iyortim, has been appointed as the new chairperson/president, Africa Top Level Domains [AfTLD]. According to a report by Techeconomy, AfTLD confirmed the appointment, by the Organisation Executive Committee, of Mrs Iyortim from Nigeria (.NG) as the Chairperson of the Executive Committee and President of the Organization. She will be deputized by Prof Idrissa…

Ijesha Digital Innovation Hub Set to Graduate First Cohort Trainees

Ijesha Digital Innovation Hub Set to Graduate First Cohort Trainees

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Ijesha Digital Innovation Hub has announced the graduation ceremony of its first cohort of trainees. The landmark event will take place on Monday, July 8th, 2024, starting promptly at 2:00 PM at the Royal Park Hotel on the beautiful campus of Olashore International School, Iloko-Ijesa. In a press statement on Friday, Dr Adewale Alonge, Vice President, IGAD,…

The Innovate2PREVENT Innovation Contest is now accepting applications.

The Innovate2PREVENT Innovation Contest is now accepting applications.

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The Innovate2PREVENT Innovation Contest, which aims to encourage and inspire creative minds worldwide to develop novel, inclusive, and data-driven circular business models, is open to African entrepreneurs. The Innovate2PREVENT program, run by Yunus Environment Hub on behalf of the PREVENT Waste Alliance, enables forward-thinkers, innovators, and environmentalists to present and promote their creative solutions that…

The Top 10 Ways To Earn Money With ChatGPT in 2024
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The Top 10 Ways To Earn Money With ChatGPT in 2024

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The times are hard. Everyone has been feeling the pinch from rising costs, with 70% of workers reporting they don’t make enough. As a result, an increasing number of people are looking for side income opportunities. But where do you begin with so many possibilities available? This is where ChatGPT—yes, the AI tool you’ve been…

How to Create Engaging Content with ChatGPT PowerPoint Demonstrations
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How to Create Engaging Content with ChatGPT PowerPoint Demonstrations

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Your ability to create engaging PowerPoint presentations can make you stand out from the competition at work or in the classroom. Gaining presentation skills can open up new doors for business owners, professionals, and students. You may develop excellent presentations and pick up new talents by using ChatGPT to learn new things. This post will…

NIPR Inducts Techeconomy’s Editor Peter Oluka, 604 others as Members
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NIPR Inducts Techeconomy’s Editor Peter Oluka, 604 others as Members

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Peter Oluka, the editor of Techeconomy, was among the 605 new members inducted into the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) during its 60th anniversary celebration. The induction ceremony, held as part of a week-long event culminating in an International Colloquium on June 20, 2024, took place in Garki, Abuja. Speaking at the event, Dr. Ike…

Call for Applications: Young Entrepreneurs: Creative Business Cup Nigeria 2024 (1 million naira grant)

Call for Applications: Young Entrepreneurs: Creative Business Cup Nigeria 2024 (1 million naira grant)

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Creative Business Cup is a global, year-round initiative that empowers entrepreneurs in the creative industries by supporting the development of their business ideas, introducing them to investors and international markets, and enhancing their capacity for innovation for the good of business and society. It is much more than just a competition. The Creative Business Cup…

How AI Can Accelerate Your Business Productivity and Growth
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How AI Can Accelerate Your Business Productivity and Growth

ByTony Ajah

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a powerful tool that significantly contributes to the growth and success of any business. In today’s highly competitive business landscape, leveraging AI can be a game-changer for businesses to fuel their productivity and growth. There are AI-powered tools that are useful for a variety of applications in business for performance…

How to Use LinkedIn AI Tools to Find a Job
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How to Use LinkedIn AI Tools to Find a Job

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Artificial intelligence tools have undoubtedly been appearing on a variety of platforms, gadgets, and apps in the recent past. LinkedIn is also eager to keep up with the rush to make everything as AI-enhanced as possible. It is a social network for professionals to connect and find work. Nevertheless, it should be noted up front…

The 2024–25 MIT Foundry Fellowship cohort is now accepting applications.

The 2024–25 MIT Foundry Fellowship cohort is now accepting applications.

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The MIT Foundry Fellowship cohort for 2024–25 is currently accepting applications from established businesspeople who are dedicated to spearheading the expansion and integration of Africa’s innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystems. The MIT Foundry Fellowship is intended for leaders with integrity who want to spark inclusive growth and systemic change throughout Africa. Each year, ten to fifteen…

Agrifood startups in Africa are invited to apply for the $1 million THRIVE Global Impact Challenge.

Agrifood startups in Africa are invited to apply for the $1 million THRIVE Global Impact Challenge.

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The US$1 million THRIVE Global Impact Challenge, which aims to assist the transition of agriculture to a net-zero future, is open to African agrifood entrepreneurs. A global search for creative enterprises promoting a more sustainable future for agriculture is underway with the THRIVE Global Impact Challenge. The five main themes of the Global Impact Challenge…

African entrepreneurs are eligible to apply for 10k2Startup initiative funding, up to $50k.

African entrepreneurs are eligible to apply for 10k2Startup initiative funding, up to $50k.

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Applications for the 10k2Startup initiative are now being accepted from African entrepreneurs. This program seeks to provide cash and other forms of support to businesses that are tackling real-world issues, with a target range of $10,000 to $50,000. Established by Julius Nkansah Owusu-Kyerematen, the leader of Google’s multi-channel mid-market skills, 10k2Startup acknowledges that money and…

Meta Announces Llama Impact Innovation Awards to Support AI-Driven Organisations in Africa, Middle East and Turkey

Meta Announces Llama Impact Innovation Awards to Support AI-Driven Organisations in Africa, Middle East and Turkey

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Today, Meta announced the launch of the Meta Llama (Large Language Model Meta AI) Impact Innovation Awards, building on its commitment to open science and empowering developers in every industry to drive breakthroughs, create new products and solutions, and benefit from accelerations in technological advancement and economic growth. The Meta Llama Impact Innovation Awards supports…

Invitation to Apply: MTN ACE Skills Program 2024

Invitation to Apply: MTN ACE Skills Program 2024

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MTN ACE is a nationwide youth-centered economic empowerment program that impacts the relevant skills and creates opportunities for the youth. They program is designed for fresh graduates, those in and out of school, innovators, entrepreneurs well as tech-driven start-ups. The programs constitute; The MTN ACE initiative is an invention of the MTN Uganda Foundation, executed in…

Trend Micro to Secure AI-Enabled Private Data Centres Worldwide

Trend Micro to Secure AI-Enabled Private Data Centres Worldwide

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…New security solution using NVIDIA NIM revealed at COMPUTEX Trend Micro Incorporated (TYO: 4704; TSE: 4704), a global cybersecurity leader, today announced plans to demo a new data centre solution, using NVIDIA technology, for security-conscious business and government customers harnessing the power of AI. This is just one of multiple AI security solutions being shown for the first time…