In collaboration with Microsoft and Meta, MTN Foundation has begun the sixth phase of its ICT and Business Skills training for 3,000 young Nigerian entrepreneurs. The five-week virtual training, which will be a mix of instructor-led and self-paced learning, commenced on September 4 and will end on October 12, 2023. The training aims to […]
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Subscribers on the MTN network are set to experience improved quality of service following the ICT giant’s acquisition of a 10MHz spectrum in the 2.6GHz spectrum band from OPENSKYS Services Limited. The additional spectrum acquired by MTN will address the huge demands of high-speed data transfer and communication and is expected to reduce incidences of […]
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The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has approved the transfer of a 10MHz spectrum in the 2.6GHz spectrum band from OPENSKYS Services Limited (OS) to MTN Nigeria. According to a statement from MTN, the licence took effect on September 7, 2023, and will see MTN deploy the spectrum across the 36 states of the federation, including […]
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The MTN Foundation in partnership with Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) and the Mastercard Foundation, has announced the training of 20,000 female entrepreneurs on sustainable business development. The announcement was made on Tuesday, 15 August 2023, at a media event hosted by the MTN Foundation, at the MTN Nigeria Head Office, Falomo, Ikoyi. The 20,000 […]
A groundbreaking opportunity is on the horizon for Zambian entrepreneurs and startup visionaries as X3M Ideas Zambia announces the X-Pitchathon to empower startups across various industries. The competition will provide entrepreneurs with a unique platform to showcase their ingenious innovations and business concepts while vying for a monumental grand prize worth over K1,000,000. Scheduled […]
In a bid to bolster the entrepreneurial spirit, the Zambian operations of Pan-African creative agency, X3M Ideas is launching a national competition to showcase, promote, and offer funding to start-ups and MSMEs. The competition tagged ‘X-Pitchathon’ which began on August 29, 2023, in Lusaka, is part of the activities earmarked to mark the fifth anniversary […]
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– As September 16 event takes new format – Tour promises a fresh perspective on the vibrant cultural richness of the Niger Delta and its profound influence on the global stage. Buckwyld Media Network and BHM, organisers of ‘Naija To The World’, have announced additional dates and locations for the historic entertainment and culture showcase. […]
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Applications are now open for the sixth phase of the MTN Foundation’s ICT and Business Skills training program. The capacity-building program is a youth development initiative targeted at young entrepreneurs and business owners between the ages of 18-35 years. In this sixth phase, 3000 young entrepreneurs will be trained, and the training will be […]
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The MTN Foundation has commenced call-for-entries for the 2023 two-year Diploma in Music scholarship program at the MUSON School of Music. The annual scholarship creates an opportunity for young music enthusiasts to become well-rounded musicians who can qualify for direct entry into a university to fulfil the remaining requirements for an undergraduate music degree. Since […]
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In response to the pressing needs of busy Nigerians, Eden Life, a Nigerian tech start-up, has unveiled an innovative product, poised to revolutionize the way Nigerians enjoy quality home-cooked meals. The new food product Homemade by Eden Life addresses the relentless stress and time-consuming effort often associated with preparing great quality food in many […]