As technological advancements and market dynamics continue to evolve, staying ahead of the curve is no easy feat. For Senzo Mbhele, Managing Director at Tarsus On Demand, the vision for the future is rooted in the belief that a successful business should be built ‘for the people, by the people’. What does the future hold for players in the cloud space? What is going to flip the switch between merely surviving and ultimately thriving? The key, Mbhele believes, lies in the hands of people who have been equipped to adapt and to face change with a sense of anticipation, rather than…
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Nigerian elite referee and FIFA badge, Yemisi Akintoye, has been selected for the 2023 African Women’s Champions League taking place in Cote d’Ivoire from November 5 to November 19. The University of Lagos graduate was one of the 17 referees shortlisted across Africa and one of the 12 selected after an intensive one-week pre-tournament course. A statement by the Confederation of African Football on Monday confirmed Akintoye’s participation alongside other referees at the 2023 African Women’s Champions League. It said Akintoye would be officiating alongside Salma Musaganda of Rwanda who was the first African woman Referee to officiate at the…
The Camp, consists of 20 opulent raised tents with roomy, lavishly decorated beds, and blends in beautifully with its surroundings. Every tent has its own 360-degree verandah deck, giving you your very own little haven where you can delight in the regular wildlife sightings and the endless sounds of the bush. The main “tent” features a split-level lounge, a pool, a dining area, and viewing platforms with views of the river and the untamed landscape beyond. The drama and close interaction to nature, however, elevate this camp’s experience to a whole new level. The migration is calling, and what better…
Nigerian banks are taking major steps to expand their operations, provide better services to customers and make more profit. Four of the banks – Polaris, Zenith, Access and Unity – announced some of their projects and programmes on PREMIUM TIMES last week. They were some of the firms that advertised their products on this platform. Others include players in the telecommunications, oil & gas, and mobile industries. See some of the announcements below. BANKING Polaris Bank has won Nigeria’s ‘Best Digital Bank of the Year’ award for the third consecutive year at the BusinessDay’s Banks And Other Financial Institutions (BAFI)…
Weeva’s sustainability management platform helps tourism properties track, measure, and report on their sustainable operations in one central platform. So you can finally tell the world your sustainability story, grounded in data and facts. We spoke to Julie Cheetham, Managing Director of Weeva. Read about the inspiration and vision behind the platform taking conservation to new heights! A 360-degree view of our planet can transform our perspective of the world and our impact on it. The ‘Overview Effect,’ a term coined more than three decades ago by the author Frank White, describes a state of transformation that overwhelms astronauts and…
Habu Gumel, President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), on Friday called on sports federations to use the African Games to assess their level of preparedness for the 2024 Olympics. He charged the federations to test-run their readiness for the 2024 Olympic Games by using the African Games for both qualification and awareness. A statement by Tony Nezianya, NOC’s Public Relations Officer, said after several postponements, Ghana will finally host the 13th African Games from 8 March to 23 March 2024, in Accra. “Before then, the Youth Winter Games will take place in Gangwom, South Korea, from 19 January to…
The shortlist for the highly coveted NDC Investment Awards, sponsored by the African Green Infrastructure Investment Bank (AfGIIB), was unveiled at UN Climate Week in New York, following the UN Secretary Generals Ambition Summit. These first-of-their-kind global African climate investment awards, launched at COP27 in Egypt and showcased during the successful Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, are designed to raise ambition, globally recognize achievements across the main NDC project sectors, inspire and reward governments, developers, investors and development partners, driving private climate capital mobilization and improving the investment readiness of Africa’s NDC projects, which require over $3 trillion of investment…
Since the 60’s, Mala Mala has been wowing guests with its game viewing. The camps have developed somewhat in the last five and a half decades, but the phenomenal wildlife viewing has remained ai its consistent best. MalaMala Rattray’s Camp offers an intimate glimpse into an era long lost, when travellers from afar married the magic of the African bush with elegance and refinement. Combining humble opulence and romantic exclusivity with unrivalled game viewing, MalaMala Rattray’s Camp is one of the premier safari destinations for those seeking to experience the wild heart of Africa. Mala Mala’s hashtag #itsallabouthewildlife, says…
Tanzania offers a wide range of backpacking destinations that showcase its natural beauty, wildlife, and cultural heritage. Here are some popular backpacking destinations in Tanzania: 1. Mount Kilimanjaro: Climbing Africa’s highest peak is a dream for many backpackers. Kilimanjaro offers several routes of varying difficulty, and reaching the summit provides breathtaking views. 2. Zanzibar: The archipelago of Zanzibar is known for its stunning beaches, clear turquoise waters, and vibrant culture. Backpackers can explore the historical Stone Town, relax on beautiful beaches, and experience the local Swahili culture. 3. Serengeti National Park: This iconic national park is renowned for its annual wildebeest migration, which…
7 hours ago After dispatching Ethiopia 5-1 on goals aggregate, the Super Falcons of Nigeria will tackle old rivals, Super Falcons , in the next round of the 2024 Paris Olympics qualifying series, before a final playoff against either South Africa or Tanzania. The Falcons have failed to qualify for the Olympics for the past 15 years. On… 9 hours ago • Lagos FA to produce 1000 goalkeepers from Principal’s Cup Former Super Eagles Goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, has called on parents to encourage their children to take to sports while still in school. Rufai said combining the two careers could…