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Report finds $209bn funding gap for African businesses

A new report by BII and Swedfund reveals a $209bn funding gap for Black-owned businesses across five African markets, with Nigeria facing the largest gap. Read More: https://punchng.com/report-finds-209bn-funding-gap-for-african-businesses/

Report finds $209bn funding gap for African businesses

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Osita Okoye: A Man of Vision, Value and Remarkable Enterprise

In Nigeria’s highly competitive business environment, where only the most determined entrepreneurs successfully navigate the complexities of establishing and sustaining thriving enterprises, Chief…

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A CORRIDOR OF FEAR

The general insecurity in Idah and neigbouring communities require an urgent intervention, writes PAUL UKWENYA For residents of Idah, Okpachala, Ajegwu and neighbouring communities, the Idah–Ajegwu…

  • Idah–Okpachala–Ajegwu road connects homes, farms, markets, businesses, and families in Kogi East.
  • Kidnappings and security threats cause residents to live in fear, hindering economic growth.
  • Kogi East Neighbourhood Watch and Ukomu Igala commend efforts in tackling insecurity on this route.

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