After a year in beta, GoLemon went live in March 2024 with its eCommerce offering as “the only store you will ever need for all your groceries and home essentials đź’š”, and promising an end to grocery hopping across stores and markets. Yinka Adewuyi (Co-Founder & CEO, GoLemon) Co-founder & CEO of GoLemon, Yinka Adewuyi, is now thrilled to share major growth statistics (and a few challenges) for the company. He says: A few weeks ago, we crossed N150M in sales [at] GoLemon within 4 months of go-live, serving 7k+ homes in Lagos. We’ve gone from handling & processing 5k…
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Founder & Group Managing Director of Rainoil Limited, Dr. Gabriel Ogbechie Dr. Gabriel Ogbechie OON is the Group Managing Director of Rainoil Limited, a leading energy company in Nigeria. With an impressive career spanning over 30 years, he possesses a wealth of expertise in sales, marketing, and operations within the Oil & Gas space. In 1997, Dr. Ogbechie founded Rainoil Limited, an energy company that has since become a dominant player in Nigeria’s downstream value chain. He has overseen the growth of the Group’s business operations across the entire downstream value chain, including investment in agriculture and Real Estate. Dr.…
Launching the new Orange Corners hub at Ogun State (R-L) – Amaka Nwaokolo (Director, The The FATE Institute); Bambo Adebowale (Dean & Director, The FATE School); Adenike Adeyemi (Executive Director, FATE foundation); Michel Deelen (His Excellency, , Consular General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Lagos-Nigeria); Hon. Adebola Sofela (Commissioner for Industry, Trade and Investment, Ogun State) On Monday, July 15, 2024 Orange Corners Nigeria – an initiative of the Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands in Lagos and implemented by FATE Foundation – launched a new hub in Ogun State. Over the next five years, the Ogun State…
1000 Black Voices – the inclusive global community renown for giving Founders unrivaled access to local and global capital, talent, connections and innovation – has opened worldwide applications to the 1000 Black Voices AI Accelerator, which will run virtually from July 30 to October 15, 2024. Using the promotional code Olympics1KBVA total of 10 complimentary slots are available (on a first-come-first-serve basis) to France-based, black-owned tech startups and scaleups, as well as Africa-based tech startups and scaleups. Application deadline for the 1000 Black Voices AI Accelerator is July 29, 2024. To apply, click here Throwback 2023 – at the British…
Founder of Sister Founders, Bianca Bonetti “Nairobi stole my heart 🦒❤️” says Italian entrepreneur and former speed ski athlete, Bianca Bonetti (Founder, Sister Founders – a community of Italian Women Entrepreneurs). And here’s her succinct share: Here’s what you need to know about the Silicon Savannah:Kenya 🇰🇪 is a powerhouse in Africa’s startup scene, proudly standing as one of the Big 4 alongside South Africa, Nigeria, and Egypt. 🌍One of the most remarkable success stories is M-Pesa 📱, which revolutionized mobile money and transformed financial inclusion. Its impact has been profound, changing lives and inspiring a wave of fintech innovation.🌟…
GoGettaz – a transformative platform dedicated to nurturing young agrifood innovators across Africa – is thrilled to unveil the top 24 semi-finalists of the 2024 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition. This prestigious initiative, now in its 6th year, was founded to empower and celebrate Africa’s burgeoning agripreneurs, propel their ventures to new heights, and amplify their impact. The top 24 semi-finalists are: Emadago Oghenekevwe: Valley Bee Mogale Maleka: Agang Bokamoso Farms (AB Farms) Samson Turimurukundo: AGRI Organic Inputs Salimata Toh: Agribanana Lapaque Mbumba: Antarctik Marlène Kindji: BadĂ©mè Natural Foods Adeline Pelage: Biscuiterie BOBO Elhadji Malick Sagne: Cactus Innovation Amir Redwan: Chipchip…
Marius Hamelot (Co-Founder, Le PavĂ©) 📸 Roxane Montaron / Les Canaux Co-founded by childhood friends Marius Hamelot (architect) and Jim Pasquet (entrepreneur), Paris-based Le PavĂ© is revolutionising the construction and furniture sectors by transforming plastic waste into 100% recycled and recyclable material. Their innovative approach has won them projects such as the Arena and the Olympic Aquatic Centre, where they will produce 11,000 seats. Excerpts from an interview with Ville de Paris: Could you explain the inspiration behind the creation of Le PavĂ©? Was it a realisation of the environmental backwardness of the construction industry that led to the creation…
LĂ©on Serpollet Square (North-East of Paris) 📸 JosĂ©phine Brueder/ Ville de Paris A vibrant transformation is underway across the city as monumental works of art adorn 3×3 basketball courts, leaving an indelible mark on the urban landscape. A closer look at this artistic facet of the Paris 2024 legacy reveals a fusion of sport and creativity. As part of the legacy initiative for the Paris 2024 Games, numerous 3×3 basketball courts have been renovated and refurbished. This development is particularly welcome in view of the sport’s Olympic debut at the Tokyo Games in 2021, setting the stage for a surge…
📸 MarinaRidge In this dynamic era, being an astute entrepreneur is not just about business acumen; it presents an opportunity for self-expression. In comes simple Power Dressing where innovation meets tradition, and styling becomes a powerful tool for making a lasting impression. Building a professional image not only helps you appear confident, but also increases your authority and credibility. Founder of Marina School of Parisian Elegance, Marina Ridge – a Confidence & Luxury Life Coach who helps women discover their hidden beauty and create a luxury lifestyle – has done womenfolk a service by sharing five ways to dress in Parisian…
In today’s digitally dominated world, exclusive merchandise and souvenirs are becoming a symbol of uniqueness. They are the only really distinctive alternative to endless advertising budgets on social media and digital platforms, allowing you to leave a lasting mark on the lives, hearts, and minds of the purchasing customer. This is what Tagowear has done with its limited-edition Paris 2024 Olympic Mascot Crocs, whose playful design features the official mascot of the Games. The Paris 2024 Olympic Mascots, known as the Phryges, adorn the clogs in a variety of colours and poses, adding a touch of pleasant eccentricity to this…