Why startups fail: The overlooked role of people processes
12 startups shut down in Africa in 2024, with 25% due to people and operations-related challenges. 18 startups failed in the previous year due to lack of operational licenses and poor HR processes.
How Jordan Belonwu taught Nigerian startups to dress with soul: Day 1-1000 of Belonwus
Sporting Lagos launched its new brand identity, leading to a surge of interest and pride among fans. Jordan Belonwu's studio, Belonwus, has been behind the branding of several notable Nigerian startups.
Crypto as a growth enabler for innovation and development in Nigeria—But first, regulation
A trader in Onitsha uses cryptocurrency to send USDT to her supplier in Guangzhou, reducing transaction time from three days to under three minutes. Between July 2023 and June 2024, Nigerians traded over $59 billion in cryptocurrency, making Nigeria the second-largest market globally.
In rural Kenya, donkeys are now microchipped, insured, and protected
Farmers in Kisumu County celebrated World Donkey Day by giving their donkeys a day of rest and care. The Tunza Punda initiative has improved donkey welfare and owner education since its founding in 2018.
