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The rise of Africapitalism – As seen in The Economist World in 2015 edition
In 2015 the African entrepreneur will emerge on to the global stage, as a new generation shows the world what those of us doing business in Africa have long known: that our continent is home to some of the most exciting and innovative entrepreneurial talent. From advanced mobile-payment systems to new agricultural-insurance models, we are …
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7 things you need to know about the Elumelu Nigeria Empowerment Fund
Billionaire philanthropist Tony O. Elumelu launched last month a $9 million fund directed to uplift communities affected by conflict and natural disasters across his native country Nigeria. The event was well-covered by the media and the Nigerian government even pitched in with a generous donation, but now that the dust has settled, it’s time to …
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Nigerian Mogul Tony O. Elumelu Floats $9 Million Empowerment Fund For Distressed Communities
Wealthy Nigerian banker Tony O. Elumelu has floated a $9 million Fund to empower and support residents of distressed communities across Nigeria. The Elumelu Nigeria Empowerment Fund is an outcome of a $16 Million pledge the businessman made in July during a Presidential Fundraising Dinner for the Victims Support Fund, an initiative that was established by Nigerian President …
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EAX negotiating lower loan rates for grain farmers
Kigali-based East African Exchange (EAX) is discussing with financial institutions to advance credit at a cheaper rate to grain farmers signed up with them, Kadri Alfah, the firm’s country manager, has said. In an exclusive interview with The New Times, Alfah said the fact that the firm stores farmers’ produce in warehouses it guarantees product …
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After the US-Africa Summit: Dr. Wiebe Boer’s Photo Blog
Tony Elumelu Foundation CEO Dr. Wiebe Boer accompanied Tony Elumelu during the US-Africa Summit this month and left inspired. Below are his favorite memories and moments from the trip. 1. One Thousand and One Voices (1k1v) Dinner Our first stop was at historic Mt. Vernon, the private residence of President George Washington. In …
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Look to Entrepreneurs to Determine if the African Leaders Summit was Indeed a Success
By Dr. Wiebe Boer, CEO, The Tony Elumelu Foundation The US-Africa Leaders Summit was a remarkable experience for me. I am American, but was born and raised in Nigeria, and as a lifelong student of African history, the depth, the breadth and the focus of the conversations during the Summit impressed me. I left confident …
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Titan Of Trade: Tony Elumelu’s Drive to Empower Africa and Minority Entrepreneurs
The U.S.-Africa Summit officially wrapped in Washington, D.C. the week of Aug. 6. The gathering of at least 50 African heads-of-state and hundreds of business leaders from the continent is being considered a big first step toward a potential future of a growing economic bond. During this three-day summit, African Americans who attended got an …
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