In 2015 the African entrepreneur will emerge on to the global stage, as a new generation shows the world what those of us doing business in Africa have long known: that our continent is home to some of the most exciting and innovative entrepreneurial talent. From advanced mobile-payment systems to new agricultural-insurance models, we are …
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Author Archives: Joshua Praise
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The rise of Africapitalism – As seen in The Economist World in 2015 edition
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UBA Commits $1million to the Ebola Fight
Elumelu urges corporate Africa to take up the challenge. Lagos, Nigeria 11 November, 2014 — The United Bank for Africa (UBA) Board Chairman, Tony O Elumelu, has announced the donation of $1million, to assist the fight against Ebola, currently present in three West African countries, where UBA does business: Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea. The …
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7 things you need to know about the Elumelu Nigeria Empowerment Fund
Billionaire philanthropist Tony O. Elumelu launched last month a $9 million fund directed to uplift communities affected by conflict and natural disasters across his native country Nigeria. The event was well-covered by the media and the Nigerian government even pitched in with a generous donation, but now that the dust has settled, it’s time to …
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Nigerian Mogul Tony O. Elumelu Floats $9 Million Empowerment Fund For Distressed Communities
Wealthy Nigerian banker Tony O. Elumelu has floated a $9 million Fund to empower and support residents of distressed communities across Nigeria. The Elumelu Nigeria Empowerment Fund is an outcome of a $16 Million pledge the businessman made in July during a Presidential Fundraising Dinner for the Victims Support Fund, an initiative that was established by Nigerian President …
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Tony O. Elumelu Launches Empowerment Fund to Revitalise Distressed Communities across Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria October 16 2014 – Tony O. Elumelu Founder of The Tony Elumelu Foundation and Chairman of Heirs Holdings has announced the launch of The Elumelu Nigeria Empowerment Fund. The Fund was launched by President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan of Nigeria, with the purpose of revitalizing the economies of post conflict and disaster communities across …
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Elumelu Legacy Prize Winner: Chionye Ossai Visits The Tony Elumelu Foundation
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EAX negotiating lower loan rates for grain farmers
Kigali-based East African Exchange (EAX) is discussing with financial institutions to advance credit at a cheaper rate to grain farmers signed up with them, Kadri Alfah, the firm’s country manager, has said. In an exclusive interview with The New Times, Alfah said the fact that the firm stores farmers’ produce in warehouses it guarantees product …
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Tony Elumelu on His Foundation’s Work With Entrepreneurs
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sgYLCLl9GG8[/youtube] Straight Talk with Shaka Ssali guest, Tony Elumelu discusses the work at the Foundation with entrepreneurs. Something new is coming to the Tony Elumelu Foundation…watch this space Submit Cancel Thanks for your feedback!
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After the US-Africa Summit: Dr. Wiebe Boer’s Photo Blog
Tony Elumelu Foundation CEO Dr. Wiebe Boer accompanied Tony Elumelu during the US-Africa Summit this month and left inspired. Below are his favorite memories and moments from the trip. 1. One Thousand and One Voices (1k1v) Dinner Our first stop was at historic Mt. Vernon, the private residence of President George Washington. In …
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Africa Exchange Holdings (AFEX) Nigeria at the Commissioning of the New 100,000 MT Silo Complex in Kwali, Federal Capital Territory
Commissioning of one of the grain silo complexes developed by the Federal Ministry of Agriculture of Nigeria. The grain silo complex aims to increase Nigeria’s food security, improve the livelihoods of …
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