Author Archives: BlackHouse Media

Flutterwave, MTN, and Standard Bank CEOs Address Africa’s Financial Future

Flutterwave’s GB Agboola, MTN’s Mcebisi Jonas, and Standard Bank’s Sim Tshabalala stole our hearts at Semafor’s 3 billion summit, held at The Pierre, New York City, on September 24, 2024, on the sidelines of UNGA79.    Agboola, who co-founded Flutterwave in 2016 participated in a fireside chat with Briana Wilsey VP & GM, Network Partnerships […]

Flutterwave, MTN, and Standard Bank CEOs Address Africa’s Digital Economy at NYC Summit

Super thanks to Yinka Adegoke and Alexis Akwagyiram for a full day of The Next 3 Billion summit on the sidelines of UNGA79.    Nigeria’s Akinwunmi Adesina (President of the African Development Bank Group), Bosun Tijani (Honourable minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Nigeria), Olugbenga Agboola (CEO, Flutterwave), and Ernest Ndukwe (chairman of MTN […]

Ghana’s President Hails “Year of Return” Success at AAI Gala, Highlighting Diaspora Reconnection

In 2019, Ghana commemorated 400 years since the first recorded African slaves arrived in Jamestown, Virginia.    Giving a truly remarkable acceptance speech at AAI’s 40th Annual Awards GALA, in New York on Tuesday September 24, 2024 The President of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Akufo-Addo proudly shared the remarkable success of the country’s Year of […]

Gala Celebrates African Leadership and Culture, Honoring Visionaries at AAI’s 40th Annual Awards

The night of Tuesday September 24  at Cipriani on 42nd street, in New York City, we joined great African leaders for an evening in honour of African and diasporan visionaries in arts and culture. And it was fulfilling to listen to the words of Kofi Appenteng who leads the Africa-America Institute (AAI).    The gala […]

Africa Business Convos: Here’s What To Expect

  As world leaders gather in New York for the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79), a significant side event is poised to shine a spotlight on Africa’s economic potential and development opportunities. The “Africa Breakfast Convos,” co-hosted by global communications consultancy Allison and Africa’s leading PR firm BHM, will bring together influential voices from […]

BHM Announces “Africa Breakfast Convos” at UNGA79 In Partnership With Allison

BHM is proud to announce our collaboration with Allison, a global integrated marketing and communications agency, with operations across 50 markets throughout the U.S., Latin America, Europe, Asia, Middle East and Africa, on a groundbreaking event on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79) in New York City.    The “Africa Breakfast […]

MTN Group Announces New Leadership Appointments in Nigeria and Congo-Brazzaville

MTN Group has announced the appointment of Mohammed Rufai as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MTN Congo-Brazzaville and Ayham Moussa as Chief Operations Officer (COO) of MTN Nigeria, effective 1 September and 19 August 2024, respectively.     MTN Group also announced the voluntary early retirement of MTN Côte d’Ivoire CEO Djibril Ouattara and the […]

Imperial Citizenship Opens Doors in Nigeria, Offering Opportunities for International Mobility and Investment Diversification

Imperial Citizenship, a leading global facilitator of Citizenship by Investment (CBI) and Residency by Investment (RBI) solutions, has announced its expansion into Nigeria with the launch of a new office in Lagos. This move signifies Imperial Citizenship’s recognition of Nigeria’s growing economic and political influence, alongside its rising population of ambitious citizens seeking greater international […]

BHM Congratulates Alex Okosi on the Conferment of the Iconic Pioneer Award by the Silverbird Group

BlackHouse Media (BHM), a global communications services company, has congratulated the Managing Director of Google, Alex Okosi, on the occasion of his recent recognition with the Iconic Pioneer Award by the Silverbird Group.   Held at the Eko Hotel & Suites on March 3rd 2024, Okosi was honoured by the Silverbird Group with the Iconic […]

Alex Okosi Honoured With ‘Iconic Pioneer Award’ By Silverbird Group

Alex Okosi, Managing Director of Google Africa, received the Iconic Pioneer Award at the 2023 Silverbird Man of The Year Awards. The award recognises his exceptional contributions and leadership in shaping the business and entertainment landscape in Africa.   Okosi was commended for his achievements in helping to transform the entertainment and media industry on […]