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The Sony World Photography Awards is a major global competition showcasing the best in contemporary photography. Entry is free. Winning photographers will receive cash prizes and Sony digital imaging equipment. DETAILS Deadline• Series competition: 12 January 2027• Single image competition: 5 January 2027• Youth competition: 5 January 2027• Student competition: 27 November 2026 Short description The Sony World Photography Awards are held annually by the World Photography Organisation. There are four competitions: • Series competitionAll entrants must be over 18. Photographers must submit a series of 5 to 10 images per category. • Single image competitionThe competition is open to everyone, and participants can submit up to…
Temie Giwa-Tubosun (founder of LifeBank) As healthcare systems become increasingly dependent on medical technology, the demand for biomedical engineering talent continues to grow. Yet access to practical biomedical engineering training, especially for women, remains limited across many parts of Africa. Working closely with hospitals and healthcare systems across the continent, LifeBank has seen this gap in real time. Through its work improving access to blood products, oxygen, consumables, biomedical equipment, and other critical medical supplies, the company understands how essential biomedical engineers are to keeping healthcare systems operational. LifeBank launches Orange Army to bridge the Biomedical Engineering skills gap In…
Film Producer & Film Director, Blessing Uzzi (Founder, Bluhouse Studios) In an era dominated by big-budget productions and blockbuster franchises, the success of Call Of My Life (produced by Bluhouse Studios) is a powerful reminder that authentic storytelling still resonates deeply with audiences. In the heartfelt reflection below, Blessing Uzzi celebrates a remarkable milestone as the film joins the ranks of Nigeria’s highest-grossing movies. More than a box-office achievement, it is a testament to the power of faith, perseverance, and a community of supporters who embraced a simple but compelling love story and helped turn it into a cultural success.…
Takang Japheth (CEO at Wozaa. Shop & Bank SuperApp) Every startup founder dreams of rapid growth, but the journey to scale often begins with something far less glamorous: earning the trust of a handful of early believers. In this insightful reflection, Takang Japheth highlights the critical role of early adopters in shaping a startup’s success and explains why founders should focus on delighting their first users before chasing mass adoption. His message is a timely reminder that sustainable growth is built on trust, consistency, and a community of customers who genuinely believe in the vision. “People won’t immediately buy into…
Adesuwa Okunbo-Rhodes (Founding Partner & CEO, Aruwa Capital Management) When Adesuwa Okunbo-Rhodes left a lucrative career in global finance, many questioned the wisdom of trading Wall Street certainty for the perceived risks of investing in underserved African businesses. Yet her conviction was rooted in a simple observation: some of the continent’s most promising SMEs were not failing for lack of potential, but for lack of access to the right-sized capital needed to scale. In this personal reflection, Adesuwa shares why she believes the so-called “missing middle” represents one of Africa’s greatest investment opportunities—and how backing women-led and women-focused enterprises can…
Cynthia Barnes (Founder & CEO, Black Women’s Wealth Lab) Too many professionals enter negotiations armed with expertise, experience, and proven results—yet hesitate when it comes to putting a clear value on their work. In this insightful piece, Cynthia Barnes explains why having a documented rate is more than a pricing exercise; it is a powerful negotiation tool that establishes credibility, sets expectations, and protects against undervaluing your contribution. Her message is simple: if you don’t define your worth, someone else will define it for you. “What’s your rate?” Four words that separate the paid from the subsidized. Last month, a…
Adewale Yusuf (Founder, AltSchool Africa) For many Africans, startup investing still feels like an exclusive club reserved for Silicon Valley insiders and ultra-wealthy investors. But according to entrepreneur and investor Adewale Yusuf, the barriers to entry are far lower than most people think. Reflecting on his early investment in fintech giant Mercury — which has now raised $200 million at a $5.2 billion valuation — Yusuf shares a powerful reminder that access to global wealth creation is increasingly open to ordinary people willing to start small, think long-term, and believe in innovation. “One of the startups I invested in just…
AI EVERYTHING KENYA X GITEX KENYA will debut in Nairobi from 19–21 May 2026 as East Africa’s largest AI and technology event, positioning Kenya as a major hub for inclusive AI, digital sovereignty, and regional innovation leadership. Organised by GITEX organiser inD, in partnership with the Office of the Special Envoy on Technology of Kenya, the event aims to accelerate investment, AI infrastructure, and cross-border collaboration across a rapidly growing East African market of more than 300 million people. The three-day programme includes: The Inclusive AI Everything Summit at Sarit Expo Centre on 19 May The AI EVERYTHING KENYA EXPO…
The Accelerate Africa Startup Programme 2026 is a pan-African startup support initiative designed to back early-stage founders building scalable, technology-driven solutions to some of Africa’s most pressing challenges. 12 weeks. 10 founders. 1 goalAfter over a decade of supporting several Africa focused founding teams, the programme has identified five critical areas of support to focus on, alongside some of the top experts in these fields. Storytelling: craft a compelling mission, vision and story of impactPeople & Ops: assemble, motivate, and lead a high performing teamGo to Market: find your path to the first million dollars in revenueProduct Development: build a…