Published by Terser Adamu on 5 October 2023 In Episode #90 of the Unlocking Africa podcast, Terser Adamu talks to Richmond Bassey, who is the CEO and founder of Nigeria-based Bamboo, an investment platform that allows its users to invest in US-listed stocks. The podcast covers the following topics: The way Bamboo assists Africans in … Read More “Investing in US-listed stocks from Nigeria with Richmond Bassey” »
To the extent that traditional pension plans aren’t all but a thing of the past in the private sector, they soon may be. Among companies that still have active defined-benefit plans on their books, 89% are planning to offload their pensions to insurance companies using a strategy called pension risk transfer, which puts workers and … Read More “Employers racing to offload DB plans via pension risk transfer” »
Medic West Africa, the largest gathering of healthcare professionals in the region, recently concluded a successful three-day run on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the Landmark Center in Lagos, Nigeria. Featuring over 3,600 attendees and 161 exhibitors from 32 countries, Medic West Africa drew together regional healthcare professionals, policymakers, and service providers who are committed to … Read More “Thousands in attendance as Medic West Africa sets stage for brighter future of healthcare in West Africa” »
With the long-awaited trial beginning today, the lawyers of FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried are attempting to block a Ukrainian witness’s testimony. Specifically, Bankman-Fried’s defense seeks to invoke a Sixth Amendment right against the testifying witness. Bankman-Fried has argued that the testimony would “serve only to elicit the jury’s sympathy and outrage.” Subsequently, a letter was … Read More “Bankman-Fried Attempting to Block Ukrainian Witness Testimony” »
In Episode #88 of the Unlocking Africa podcast, Terser Adamu talks to Samuel Okwuada, the CEO and co-founder of Remedial Health, which is building a tech-enabled, pharmacy-centred healthcare network across the continent. The company establishes a direct supply chain from manufacturers to pharmacies for medical and non-medical essentials, thereby cutting out unnecessary intermediaries. It also … Read More “Fixing Africa’s broken medicine supply chain with Samuel Okwuada” »
The SEC gave a big present to crypto ETF firms just ahead of the likely government shutdown, reportedly granting approval for a number of ethereum futures strategies that could start trading soon. First on its list appears to be Valkyrie Funds, which had filed with the regulator to add ethereum futures to its existing Bitcoin … Read More “SEC drags on with spot Bitcoin ETFs, Ethereum futures get a nod” »
In northeast Ghana, pregnant women sit on hot water and shea butter to ease labour pains and protect their newborns’ skin. In the Gambia, shea butter is applied to the babies’ umbilical stumps to prevent infections and reduce mortality rates. It is believed that the fatty acids, vitamins, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory agents present in the … Read More “Are organic skincare products good for the economy?” »
Who Really Owns Prime Hydration? Unveiling the Tropical Punch Powerhouse In the ever-evolving world of beverages, one brand has taken the market by storm with its refreshing and functional offerings. Prime Hydration, known for its tropical punch flavor, has gained immense popularity among consumers. With its unique combination of great taste and functionality, Prime Hydration … Read More “Who Owns Prime Hydration?” »
Sep 28, 2023 Credit: CGG France-based marine seismic data firm CGG has announced the start of a major new multi-client 3D PSDM reimaging program in the Tano Basin offshore Ivory Coast, in association with the country’s Direction Générale des Hydrocarbures (DGH) and national oil company, PETROCI Holding (PETROCI). CGG said that … Read More “CGG Starts Seismic Reimaging Program in Ivory Coast’s Tano Basin” »
Zuwaira Isah-Ikharo, founder of Amal Botanicals Zuwaira Isah-Ikharo is the founder of Amal Botanicals, a company known for its baby skincare products made from Nigerian-sourced ingredients. Amal derives 80% of its sales from digital channels and has expanded beyond Nigeria’s borders. Isah-Ikharo speaks to Jeanette Clark about how she started the company, growing the business … Read More “Founder takes baby products business from kitchen to global markets” »
