SMS May Be Going Extinct, But Not For Businesses
By Kenny Orisanaiye, Founder and CEO of HollaTags Limited If SMS is dying, why do businesses insist on sending SMS? How often do mobile phone users send text messages via Short Message Service (SMS) these days? The answer to the question depends on who is sending it and where they are, but generally, users send […]
5G Adoption In Africa: Significant Equalising Opportunities Once Teething Issues Are Sorted Out, Says ProLabs
The positive adoption of 5G technology has tremendous potential to affect African communities and economies in a positive manner. 5G networks – if correctly taken up and rolled out – will offer African businesses and individuals the critical infrastructure to fully participate in the global workforce. So says Ruan du Preez, Vendor Alliance Director: SA […]
Togolese Republic Closer to Full Digital Modernisation with New e-Visa Platform ‘Togo VOYAGE’
Travellers to the innovative west African nation can now complete the entire visa and health check application process remotely The Togolese Republic has today announced the completion and re-launch of its electronic visa issuance system (e-Visa), Togo VOYAGE. The fully-digitized website marks an important milestone in the government’s Digital 2025 Strategy. The homegrown solution aims […]
Bybit Launchpad 2.0 to Host Land of Conquest (SLG) IEO
SINGAPORE, 11 July 2022 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- Bybit, one of the world’s fastest-growing crypto exchanges, will list SLG, the governance token of Land of Conquest, on Bybit Launchpad 2.0. Land of Conquest is an upcoming play-to-earn Massive Multiplayer Online Simulated Life Game (MMOSLG) developed by a team with over ten years of game development experience. Thousands of players […]
One of Seychelles’ Stunning Spots Gets a Sustainable Revamp
With the aim of mitigating and adapting to coastal erosion, Seychelles’ Climate Change Department is building a sea wall along a part of Beau Vallon’s main beach to stabilise the area from the adverse effect of climate change. Beau Vallon, a northern Mahe district, is one of the most popular tourist spots and has one […]
Africa’s Southernmost Nation is Back Open to International Travelers
Like most countries, South Africa’s tourism was adversely affected by the global pandemic over the past two years, with many businesses forced to close while border restrictions (which lifted this February) were in place. But there is now a bright spot in the story: Several new additions have arrived, spanning everything from a weekend market […]
The Taita Falcon Lodge in Victoria Falls in Zambia will Host a Winter Yoga Retreat
Guests will start with an early morning Hatha yoga session to restore your mind, body, and soul. Then, an enriching cultural tour to a village and a guided gorge hike into the valley, after which lunch is served. As the afternoon nears, a Yin yoga session awaits. Once the African sunset grazes the horizon, a […]
There are Many other Beautiful Countries in West Africa that Also Merit a Visit
Jessy Bernard is a 31-year-old proud Haitian American who works in marketing. Having relocated to Accra, Ghana, today Jessy still lives among beautiful Black faces. She enjoys exploring the region, and venturing to other West African countries, including Togo. A serious foodie, she dined on various local foods, including Djenkoume served alongside grilled chicken. Djenkoume […]
If You’re Keen to Explore a Slice of the Eco-riches of Lagos
Lagos holds its annual Tree Planting Day on July 14 each year as part of a bigger plan to build a greener city. Companies are adopting roundabouts to turn them into cute green spaces, and botanical gardens are appearing in public schools. The Lekki Conservation Centre is one of Lagos’ ecotourism hotspots. Established in 1990, […]
Looking at the Lookers: The Power of African Art at the Barnes Foundation
To celebrate the museum’s centenary, the Barnes Foundation commissioned artist Isaac Julien to create a film installation, a great portion of which involves looking at people looking at the museum’s African art collection. Through the use of multiple screens, the artist creates an immersive experience that emphasizes the power of the collection and provides insight […]
