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     They Rejected $500,000. Then Built the Dollar App Banks Can’t Ignore Choose Visa or Mastercard, fund with crypto, spend in 170 countries — now  EasySpend  is back with three new power features:  corporate accounts ,  USD virtual accounts , and  Stripe-powered payment links . When most startups dream of a $500,000 funding check, EasySpend walked away. The bold  Nigerian fintech  believed its vision was bigger than the money offered. Instead, the team doubled down on building a product Africa had never seen before. EasySpend became the first fintech in Nigeria to launch an app where users can choose between Visa or Mastercard, fund with crypto, and spend seamlessly in over 170 countries. This disruptive step put the young company on the map — and today, they are raising the stakes even higher. 🌍 Breaking Barriers With Three New Products EasySpend has just announced three major features designed to unlock global money access for Afric...

   Ananse Center for Design: Empowering Nigerians, Driving Sustainable Innovation Launching on October 10, 2025, in Lagos, Africa’s first fully integrated design and entrepreneurship hub is set to empower thousands of creatives, create jobs, and position Nigeria as a global leader in sustainable design and innovation. Lagos, Nigeria - xx date xx - Ananse Africa, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and supported by the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture & Creative Economy, will launch the Ananse Center for Design Lagos at 10 Nike Art Gallery Road, Lekki Ikate, Lagos, Nigeria. More than a facility, the Center is a creative ecosystem designed to nurture talent, empower entrepreneurs, and drive sustainable economic growth. A New Dawn for Nigerian Creativity For years, Nigeria’s creative industry dazzled with brilliance but struggled to break through in the marketplace. Talented designers and innovators were limited by inadequate facilities, lack of visibility on global...

  US-Based 10X Coach to Co-Host Major Business Summit with Theo Godson in Nigeria Global Entrepreneurs Align to Ignite Africa’s Next Business Revolution The African business world is about to witness a transformation of historic proportions. Dr. Judith Okafor , a US-based Nigerian-born certified 10X Business Coach, entrepreneur, and health-tech strategist, has officially joined forces with Theo Godson, the visionary behind the 10X Movement in Africa, to co-host the 10X Business Summit , happening live in Abuja, Nigeria on November 15, 2025. This high-impact marketing and sales summit marks the official launch of the 10X Business Movement on the African continent, positioning Nigeria as the epicenter of global entrepreneurship, strategic growth, and high-performance sales systems. A 10X Moment for Africa Inspired by the legacy of Grant Cardone and the explosive growth of his 10X Movement across the globe, Theo Godson, Africa’s rising marketing mogul, strategist, and founder of BEL...

     KUD Collections: Nigeria’s New Fashion Export In the heart of Lagos , where fashion pulses with the same intensity as the city’s traffic-clogged streets, music, and vibrant energy a new force is emerging quietly but confidently: KUD Collections . Known for its vibrant tailoring, opulent textures, and unapologetic glamour, the brand is building a name not through hype, but through resonance. From international red carpets to moodboards, KUD is steadily becoming Nigeria’s next big fashion export. Founded by designer Deborah , “KUD collections is at once a love letter to femininity and a statement on the power of detail. “Every piece is designed to feel like a conversation,” she says. “There’s always a story, a memory, or a bold idea behind the dress.” And that philosophy shows. From sharply tailored two-pieces in unexpected jewel tones to gowns punctuated with hand-stitched accents, KUD Collections is not afraid of maximalism. But it’s the kind of maximalism that feel...

     Remittra Announces Upcoming Launch: Ajo-Powered Savings, Multi-Currency Wallet, Crypto Trading, P2P, Marketplace & More for Nigerians Remittra , a next-generation  Nigerian fintech , has announced plans to launch a  unified money app  designed to digitize Ajo (rotational savings) while combining a suite of modern financial tools into one intuitive experience. With Remittra, users will be able to manage savings, payments, trading, and expenses in a single platform. The app integrates Ajo-powered group savings with a  multi-currency wallet ,  secure crypto trading ,  P2P transfers , a  buyer-seller marketplace ,  co-investment features ,  virtual cards , bill payments ,  remittances , and an  expense tracker . Digitizing Ajo for the Digital Age At the core of Remittra is Ajo, Nigeria’s trusted community savings practice. The platform enables users to create or join digital Ajo groups with: Smart escrow and ro...

             Univasa Launches WhatsApp eSIM Bot to Revolutionize Travel Connectivity Univasa , a leading provider of  travel data  and  connectivity solutions , has announced the launch of its  WhatsApp eSIM Bot , a first-of-its-kind service designed to give international travellers instant, reliable and stress-free mobile data access. With the new bot, travellers can purchase  eSIMs  in seconds, check balances, top up data instantly, and connect with human support—all without leaving WhatsApp. By integrating these services into the world’s most popular messaging app, Univasa removes the long-standing hassles of  physical SIM cards ,  roaming charges , and complicated sign-up processes. “At Univasa, our mission is to simplify global connectivity for every traveller. The WhatsApp eSIM Bot is about putting convenience, affordability, and reliability right in the hands of our users, wherever they go,” said  Dr....

          Zuzu Delights: From Passion Project to Lagos’ One-Stop Shop for Cakes, Flowers and Gifting When  Salami Temitayo , Founder and Creative Director of Zuzu Delights , first stepped into a  baking class , she never imagined that decision would spark a business that has become  Lagos ’ trusted destination for  cakes, flowers and thoughtful gifting . She had always wanted to learn how to bake, but her busy nine-to-five schedule did not allow it. During the  COVID-19 break , she finally enrolled for proper training. “I didn’t want to experiment; I wanted to master the skill professionally,” she recalls. That leap of faith transformed her passion into something much bigger. What began as baking cakes for family and friends quickly grew into Zuzu Delights, now Lagos’ one-stop online shop for freshly baked cakes, elegant  flower arrangements ,  curated hampers  and  romantic gift packages . In the early days, Zuzu Del...