Author: Damilare Okunola

LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Spotify has today unveiled this year’s edition of Wrapped, its highly anticipated annual recap of listeners’ musical journeys. This immersive experience provides users with a comprehensive overview of their year in music, allowing them to reflect on their preferences and discover hidden gems. This year’s Wrapped showcases the remarkable diversity of music and the passionate listening habits of Nigerian music enthusiasts. As the year comes to a close, Spotify Wrapped takes users on a personalised journey through their favourite songs, artists, albums, and genres that defined their musical experience in 2023. Nigeria once again…

LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Ahead of the festive period which sees many Africans visit their hometowns away from the cities in which they are based, YouTube has launched “The Voices of Africa”, a social campaign to celebrate the continent’s unique and traditional expressions. The campaign, which is in partnership with a select group of African creators, seeks to celebrate the diversity of the continent’s cultural heritage.  Creators from across Sub-Saharan Africa were challenged to create and share videos on their YouTube Channels that reveal their unique cultural heritage stories. They have captured their interpretation of cultural heritage through stories…

In the bustling markets of Lagos, a remarkable transformation is underway. A local logistics company, once struggling with efficiency, has now streamlined its entire operation using AI-driven solutions. This is a glimpse into the broader canvas of Africa where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a cornerstone for business innovation. Across the continent, from the tech hubs of Nairobi to the vibrant streets of Accra, AI is no longer a distant concept but a present-day tool reshaping the way businesses operate and grow. Enterprises of all sizes are tapping into AI to enhance their processes, improve customer experiences, and unlock…

ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – 5,300 small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) across Africa today celebrated their graduation from Google’s Hustle Academy, showcasing their commitment to enhancing their business skills and knowledge. This graduation marks a continuation of the program’s impact, with over 10,300 entrepreneurs having participated since its inception in 2022. The Hustle Academy program, designed to address specific challenges faced by SMBs in Africa, offers practical skills and resources to help these businesses grow. This year’s graduation adds to the momentum gained from last year’s 5,000 graduates, reflecting a growing community of businesses engaged in continuous learning and…

LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) — Zoho, a global technology company, has announced that it grew by 50% in Nigeria in 2022. The company, as part of its Zoho for Startups programme, has also partnered with #StartupSouth, an organization that works towards the development of startups from South and South-East Nigeria. Zoho will also be providing its contract management solution, Zoho Contracts , free for three months to help businesses improve compliance to the Nigeria Data Protection Law. These announcements were made on the sidelines of Zoholics Nigeria, the company’s annual user conference, held at Lagos. “Our growth is a…

We all know that smoking, drinking, and stress are bad for us, but evidence is emerging that shows that physical inactivity is associated with a heightened risk of serious illness and death. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), insufficient physical activity has become the fourth biggest risk factor for mortality in the world, with approximately 3.2 million deaths a year attributable to insufficient physical activity. Steven Blair from the University of South Carolina, and one of the most highly cited exercise scientists globally states: “Physical inactivity is one of the most important public health problems of the 21st century and may…

LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – British Airways is bringing Nigerian-born musician DJ Cuppy’s Afrobeats to flyers, with an exclusive playlist available onboard from 1 November. Londoner Cuppy, whose DJ skills have taken her to over 30 countries across the globe, has curated her top tracks for the airline’s inflight entertainment system. To celebrate the increase in the number of flights between Africa and London with the launch of British Airways’ new route from Accra to London Gatwick – in addition to its daily services to London Heathrow – Cuppy has created a playlist that transports travelers to a far-away…

LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Today’s Doodle celebrates iconic Nigerian footballer Rashidi Yekini, an accomplished forward nicknamed the “Goalsfather” for his ability to sneak shots by the keeper. On this day in 1963, he was born in Kaduna, Nigeria. The beginning of Yekini’s life was difficult as he faced homelessness and poverty. To make money, his first jobs were a welder and mechanic, but his true goal was to pursue football. He soon began playing in front of scouts and in 1981, he joined his first football club, UNTL FC, in Kaduna. The talented striker played for the Shooting…

Lagos, NIGERIA (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Beyond Limits, in partnership with key stakeholders in the tech, business, and creative ecosystem, proudly announces the forthcoming D.I.C.E (Digital Innovation & Creative Excellence) mixer themed “Solve for Africa: Co-Creating a Tech-Enabled Future.” This pivotal gathering, slated for Wednesday, 8 November, 2023, will span two enlightening hours plus a networking cocktail and aims to bridge knowledge gaps, catalyse collective action, and empower Africa’s burgeoning tech community. Africa, often revered as the “cradle of civilization,” holds the key to untapped potential amidst its challenges. From healthcare disparities to economic inequality, the pressing question remains: How can…

LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – Every day across Africa, people turn to Google products like Search, YouTube and Fitbit for insights about their health and wellbeing. But many may not know that we have also been researching how AI can help improve healthcare outcomes for people and how AI can empower our partners to deliver better health services — from improving maternal health outcomes to building useful digital tools for healthcare workers. To mark the upcoming Africa HealthTech Summit in Kigali, Rwanda — an event that brings together a diverse group of digital health innovators and public health experts to share…