“Saudi Arabia’s Prince Alwaleed bin Talal al Saud, (this past) weekend said he was looking to making substantial investments in Nigeria, and that “funds are not a constraint.” The Gulf kingdom’s richest man said he wanted to initiate a strong relationship with Nigeria. Alwaleed, who was named as the world’s richest Arab by Forbes Magazine …
Nigerian Companies Have Invested $6.1billion into Ghana’s Economy Since 1994
“With the springing up of Nigerian companies in Ghana, investments into the country is said to be growing. These Nigerian firms are seen in all sectors of the Ghanaian economy ranging from banking, insurance, telecommunications, services, tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, building, liaison, general and export trade sectors among others. The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has …
Kenya-based Firm to Provide 100,000 Small Farmers with Micro-loans
New York/Nairobi, 11 November 2011—Juhudi Kilimo, a Kenya-based investment firm, announced today that it will provide some 100,000 smallholder rural farmers in Kenya—more than half of them women—with access to micro-loans and basic financial training by 2016 as part of the firm’s commitment to the Business Call to Action (BCtA), a global initiative that encourages …
Ladybrille’s 15 Questions With . . . Vickie Remoe – Producer, Broadcast & Multimedia Journalist
“Ladybrille’s 15 Questions with . . .” is a feature that salutes some of the most important names in the fashion and entertainment industries around the globe, with a particular emphasis on Africa. We hope you are as inspired as we are with the brilliant men and women in these industries that make the world …
The Charles Vögele Fashion Days Zurich kick-off to their Second Edition
“Following a successful premiere in 2010, the Charles Vögele Fashion Days Zurich will kick-off tomorrow with a glamorous opening. The audience is expecting four days filled with highlights, ranging from world renowned international designers to local talents. Next to notable VIP guests and the press, once again this year tickets are sold to the general …
The Day Tokyo Became the Fashion Capital of the World
TOKYO – Thousands of shoppers in Tokyo joined Editors of Vogue from around the world on Saturday, November 5th,2011 for a very special Fashion’s Night Out event in a bid to boost spirits and sales following the earthquake and tsunami which devastated Japan earlier this year. Following an official opening ceremony at the Omotesando Hills …