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- 24 Dec 2020
Jumia Seeks Business Friendly Policies for a Digital Economy
Jumia Group has urged African governments to implement the right policies that will support the realization of a digital economy. At the Group’s 2020 closing remarks, Juliet Anammah, Chairwoman,…
- 18 Jul 2019
French Start-up Kwik Appoints Candide-Johnson Head of Nigeria Operation
The French start-up kwik has announced that Olatowun Candide-Johnson, a Nigerian lawyer and businesswoman, has officially been appointed Chairwoman of its supervisory board. kwik, which aims to…
- 22 Aug 2017
Etihad Aviation Group Recognises Women for 'Emirati Women’s Day'
Etihad Aviation Group (EAG) is celebrating the third annual Emirati Women’s Day with a series of events to highlight this year’s theme, Women are partners in giving, in line with the UAE’s 2017 Year…
- 28 Feb 2022
Government Support Key to Boosting the e-commerce Industry in Africa - Jumia Boss
In Africa, e-commerce is developing and gaining acceptability. However, the rate of adoption is equivalent to just 5% of the market. This leaves a lot of ground to be covered to properly explore the…
- 16 Jun 2016
HWPL Delivers Over $40,000 Relief Fund to Ecuador Embassy in Korea
Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration of Light (HWPL), a UN DPI registered NGO, raised USD 43,284.82 (KRW 50,145,460) for The Ecuador Earthquake Relief Fund, during the May 25th, 3rd Annual…
- 13 Mar 2022
International Women's Day: Meta Celebrates 50 Women Entrepreneurs
In continuation of this year's International Women's Day Celebration, Meta in partnership with She Leads Africa, FATE Foundation and Afrigrants hosted 50 women-business owners to an exclusive dinner…
- 5 May 2020
Jumia Supports Nigeria’s Fight Against COVID-19 With Donation of 100,000 Facemasks
Jumia, leading eCommerce platform has donated 100,000 CE certified face masks to the Federal Ministry of Health to support the government in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. The donations were…
- 12 Mar 2021
International Women's Day: Celebrating Jumia 'Sheroes'
Observed every March 8th, International Women’s Day is a global celebration of social, cultural and political achievements of women while promoting gender equality. The day is set aside for a global…
- 8 Apr 2021
Jumia, Others Inaugurate e-commerce Sectoral Group under LCCI to Grow Private Enterprises
Jumia and other e-commerce players within the Nigerian tech ecosystem have inaugurated an e-commerce sectoral group under the banners of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI). Meanwhile,…
- 27 May 2021
Women Can Add $14.58Bn to E-Commerce in Africa - Report
A new report, published yesterday by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in partnership with Africa’s leading e-commerce firm Jumia, has said Africa’s e-commerce market could grow by more…
- 24 Jan 2022
The Huge Untapped Potential of E-commerce on the African Continent
Between 2014 to 2018, the number of online shoppers on the African continent was said to have increased annually, at an average growth rate of 18%, higher than the global average of 12%. From the…
- 2 Feb 2022
Future of Nigerian e-commerce: The Increasing Shift to Online Grocery Shopping
At its inception in Nigeria, e-commerce became a market for best deals and bargains on electronics and gadgets. Aside from the convenience and comfort of e-commerce, another factor that swayed the…
- 22 Feb 2022
Expanding Internet Connectivity to Boost Domestic e-commerce Growth
In the recent decade, the internet has significantly impacted the Nigerian business environment. Almost every household in major Nigerian cities has someone running a successful internet-based…
- 7 Mar 2022
E-commerce Contribution to Gender Equality
E-commerce continues to thrive in Africa and in recent times, the conversation has shifted from whether it can work to how the work done can be sustained. While the market is still far from what is…
- 11 May 2022
Jumia Shares First ESG Report Highlighting its Current Sustainability Practices
Jumia yesterday released its first Environmental Social Governance Report outlining its ESG strategy alongside an overview of current sustainability practices at Jumia. The report draws on Jumia’s…
- 22 Sept 2014
Okere @ WEF, Lists Benefits of NgREN
Austin Okere, founder of CWG Plc and Entrepreneur in Residence at Columbia Business School (CBS), New York, spoke on the Digital Advantage Panel anchored by Nielsen Bronwyn of CNBC Africa at the…
- 19 May 2022
LCCI DG says New e-commerce Group will Ensure Conducive Policy, Regulatory Environment
By Adedoyin Giwa From improving sales volume, to facilitating automated processes in business transactions and the application of new technology, there's no disputing the fact that ecommerce is…
- 16 Feb 2015
GSMA Mobile World Congress 2015 Gathers Momentum
The mobile communications revolution is driving the world’s major technology breakthroughs. From wearable devices to connected cars and homes, mobile technology is at the heart of worldwide…
- 29 Jun 2015
Diplomatic Council Appoints New IT Leadership Team
The Diplomatic Council (DC), United Nations (UN) registered global Think Tank has appointed two new leaders for the chair positions of its DC Global IT Forum. The top managers Gabriele Viebach and…
- 4 Nov 2015
South Africa Asks MTN to Respect Laws of Host Countries
Cyril Ramaphosa, South Africa’s deputy president has urged MTN Group Ltd., Africa’s biggest mobile-phone company, to follow the rules in countries where it is operating. This followed a fine of $5.2…
- 29 Jun 2016
HWPL Holds Korea-China-Japan Interfaith Leaders’ Peace Conference
A Korea- China- Japan Trilateral Religious Leaders’ Peace Conference was held in Gyeonggi, Korea on June 27 with the goal of putting religious boundaries aside to achieve peace together. Heavenly…
- 1 Apr 2020
Lagos State Government Partners Jumia Nigeria on Hand Washing Campaign to Curb Spread of Coronavirus
The Lagos State Government has launched a hand washing challenge titled “MyHandsAreSafe,” in partnership with Jumia Nigeria. The challenge which debuts on Monday, 30 March 2020 is aimed at…