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Building the Business Behind Africa’s Entertainment Industry
Darey Art Alade and Livespot offer a case study in the business behind Africa’s entertainment industry, from production capability and project financing to rights ownership and team development.
Zeenab Foods’ ₦45bn commercial paper offer attracts ₦54.4bn in subscriptions
Zeenab Foods’ ₦45 billion hybrid commercial paper offer attracted ₦54.4 billion in subscriptions, with both conventional and non-interest tranches oversubscribed.
What Would It Take to Bring Nigerian Pension Capital into Healthcare?
A HealthCap Africa roundtable explored how Nigerian pension funds could support healthcare. No capital was pledged, but the discussion highlighted what investable projects need.
The Hidden Compliance Costs of Cross-Border Data Expansion for African Companies
African companies expanding into new markets face growing compliance costs arising from fragmented data protection laws, cross-border transfer requirements, cloud infrastructure and regulatory obligations. Early planning can reduce both financial and operational risks.
Cyberattacks Hit 82% of META SMBs as Password-Stealer Threats Surge 51% in Africa
Cybersecurity risks are intensifying for smaller businesses across the Middle East, Türkiye and Africa, with Kaspersky reporting rising phishing, credential theft and malware threats.
Big 5 Construct Nigeria 2026 to Bring 170+ Exhibitors to Lagos as Construction Investment Expands
Big 5 Construct Nigeria returns to Lagos from 22–24 September 2026, bringing together 170+ exhibitors as infrastructure, housing and construction investment continues.
10 Best eSIM Platforms for Nigerians Traveling Abroad in 2026
Compare 10 of the best eSIM platforms for Nigerians traveling abroad in 2026, from Naira payment options to global coverage, data plans and key travel features.
Nigeria Youth Entrepreneurs: NiYA-Cascador Funding Programme Explained
Nigeria’s NiYA-Cascador Founders Programme will train 20 early-stage entrepreneurs, with eight top-performing founders eligible for up to ₦5 million each in non-dilutive funding.
Paystack Opens Applications for SME Growth Programme Supporting Nigerian Merchants
Paystack has launched applications for its new Small Business Launchpad, a four-week growth programme offering Nigerian SMEs expert mentoring, business clinics, priority support, and free payment processing incentives.