LG Electronics Expands Product Portfolio, Unveils New InstaView UVnano, Side-by-Side Refrigerators

...With InstaView Door-in-Door and UVnano, Refrigerators Deliver Better Hygiene, Impeccable Style and LG’s Proven Fresh Food Technologies

Global electronics giant, LG has launched its new InstaView Door-in-Door Refrigerator that boasts upgraded features and design innovations for improved user convenience in Nigeria. The new product was unveiled at EbonyLife Place in Lagos.

After two years, Medic West Africa Exhibition & Conference returns in-person to transform Regional Healthcare Industries

...The largest gathering of healthcare trade professionals is scheduled for the 7th - 9th September 2022

Informa Markets, the leading global exhibitions organiser, has announced that Medic West Africa is set to hold in-person after two years at Landmark Center in Lagos, Nigeria, from 07 – 09 September 2022. This marks the 9th edition of the largest gathering of healthcare trade professionals in the region, providing an exceptional networking hub for manufacturers, distributors, procurement professionals, dealers, medical professionals, and regulators.

Stakeholders Consent to Privacy Law for Nigeria …As World Bank Tasks FG on Data Protection

No fewer than two hundred and fifty stakeholders, Wednesday, unanimously gave their nod to the steps towards enacting a principal Data Protection law for Nigeria.

Afro Nation Returns Home to Ghana, 29th & 30th December 2022

Following the huge success of Afro Nation Portugal this July (Afronation.com), the world’s biggest Afrobeats festival announces the follow-up to 2019’s African debut event in Ghana.

7 years later: Africa powers Paxful to 10 million users

Paxful, the peer-to-peer finance platform, has reached 10 million users as it marks its seventh anniversary. The company was founded in 2015 with a simple mission – to advance a truly global economy by building a financial system that serves the 100%, not just the 1%. Building a strong presence in Africa since its inception, Paxful has played a role in Africa’s trajectory as the leader of the financial revolution. But Ray Youssef, CEO & Founder of Paxful, says it’s Africans who are really leading the way.

Mouka Employee Receives Recognition as Risk Manager of the Year at Nigerian Risk Awards

Mouka, an employer of choice in Nigeria’s sleep industry, beamed with pride as one of its staff received recognition as the ‘Risk Manager of the Year 2022’ at the prestigious Nigerian Risk Awards and Leadership Summit, which was held on Thursday, 7 July 2022, at the Civic centre in Victoria Island, Lagos. The theme of this year’s edition was Tech in Risk Governance and Leadership.

Kasi Insight and Creative VMLY&R partner to deliver data-driven marketing for brands in Africa

To win in the world’s fastest-growing market, decision-makers need to have better visibility of the realities of Africa’s economies, markets, and communities through the lens of consumers. Brands have realized that growth in Africa requires updated, aggregated, trended data, the days of outdated reports are over. Change is the only constant these days and leaders demand local insights at the speed of business in addition to real-time and relevant datasets across markets.

Airtel Africa acquires additional spectrum for $40 million in Kenya

Airtel Africa has announced that its Kenya subsidiary, Airtel Kenya Networks Limited, has purchased 60 MHz of additional spectrum in the 2600 MHz band for a total of $40 million from Kenya's Communications Authority.

LG Electronics Expand Audio Visual Product Portfolio, Delivers Room-filling, Party Sound to Movie and Music Lovers

LG Electronics (LG) has introduced an expanded lineup of audio products to appeal to a wide range of consumers from avid audiophiles to casual listeners who prioritize portability and versatility. LG’s newest audio devices implement emerging technologies to maximize synergy with LG’s premium TVs and to broaden the possibilities of where consumers can take their favorite music.

Bolt provides access to mobility for medical practitioners as they navigate a post-pandemic world

Bolt,   the   largest   ride-hailing   platform   in  Nigeria,   has   granted   the   Lagos chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) access to free on-demand mobility through its Bolt Business Platform. This scheme is part of Bolt’s many CSR initiatives carried out to support organisations in advancing  their goals and purpose. 

JCDecaux Africa Appoints Dele Odugbemi as Chief Revenue Officer

JCDecaux, an outdoor advertising company, has announced the appointment of Dele Odugbemi as its chief revenue officer for JCDecaux Africa. The appointment is effective from Monday, 1 August. Odugbemi will be reporting to Martin Sabbagh, CEO for JCDecaux Middle East and Africa.

Dubai’s Metaverse Strategy Aims to Support 40,000 Virtual Jobs

The city of Dubai has launched its Dubai metaverse plan, which aims to make the city one of the top ten metaverse economies in the world, as well as a global centre for the metaverse community.

Standard Chartered Bank Suspends Int’l Transactions on Naira Debit Card as from August 1

Standard Chartered Bank in Nigeria has issued a statement notifying its customers that International transactions on the Naira Debit card will be suspended as from August 1, 2022.