The notion that social media has a negative impact on mental well-being is widespread. The researchers who conducted a new long-term study, however, say that
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For the past 42 years, my experience has been sweet – Yinka Quadri
Multi-talented and veteran Nollywood actor, Olayinka Ganiu Quadri has over the years experienced dark times and colorful times in the entertainment industry using both times
Business
Triciabiz launches online business school for entrepreneurs in Nigeria
A business coach and trainer, TriciaBiz have launched an online business school in Nigeria. The new online school, which is referred to as “Business Lab…
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Serena Williams, Mark Cuban invest $3 million in Mahmee, a digital support network for new moms
According to the co-founder of Mahmee, Melissa Hanna, The network was built to get new moms the support they need from their community, other moms…
Playing Killmonger in ‘Black Panther ‘Led Michael Jordan to Undertake Therapy
Jordan, 31, must have felt immense pressure playing such a morally complex character as Killmonger in the Oscar-nominated Black Panther film, and he admits the experience led him to undertake therapy. Jordan, a supervillain in the movie, was reimagined as a disregarded son of Wakandan royalty who sought to violently avenge his father’s death, topple T’Challa on the throne and, ultimately,
» Read moreSerena Williams, Mark Cuban invest $3 million in Mahmee, a digital support network for new moms
According to the co-founder of Mahmee, Melissa Hanna, The network was built to get new moms the support they need from their community, other moms…
» Read moreMultichoice Africa, Discovery Inc. partners to launch a new entertainment channel in Africa
Multichoice Africa in partnership with Discovery, Inc. has announced the expansion of its services in Africa with the launching of a new entertainment…
» Read moreFrance-based company Canal+ acquires Nigeria’s ROK to further its expansion in Africa
A France-based company, Canal+ has acquired Nigerian channel operator and studio “ROK” to further its expansion into Africa and also bolster its operations across the continent. The channel was founded in 2010 by actor and producer Mary Njoku under parent company IROKO and has since produced 25 original TV series and 540 movies while also operating four linear networks. With
» Read moreZAA breaks new ground after Canada edition launch
Zimbabwe Achievers Awards International (ZAA) has extended it borders further with the launching of the ZAA Canada edition which was held last week at Radisson Hotel in Edmonton in a glamorous ceremony that celebrated the diverse array of Zimbabwean achievers in the North American country. The Inaugural ZAA Canada Awards Gala further improved on the efforts of the international awards
» Read moreAngola cables launches cloud service platform
An Angolan multinational telecommunications company, Angola Cables has announced the launch of its Cloud Service to the African market. The ‘Cloud as a Service’ platform was launched as a response to increasing demand from companies that operate across the African continent that are looking to innovate and improve their digital tools and capabilities. Also, these companies want to minimize software
» Read morePrince Ned Nwoko: The Billionaire Businessman Behind One of Nigeria’s Designated Tourist Sites -Manny Ita
Prince Ned Munir Nwoko is perhaps known more about having swooned beautiful and young Nollywood actress Regina Daniels to become his wife, than a lot more other, due to the age difference between the wealthy businessman cum politician and the Nollywood teenage actress. And who begrudges that? Y’know he might well be described as good wine which only tastes better
» Read moreThe Effect of Social Media on Mental Well-being
The notion that social media has a negative impact on mental well-being is widespread. The researchers who conducted a new long-term study, however, say that this might not be the case.A new study examined the role of social media in depression.The supposed effects of social media on young people sound drastic enough to make anyone switch off their cell phone.Some
» Read moreSouth Africa Launches Sign Language Teachers’ Training Programme.
The Embury Institute for Higher Education, in partnership with the Development Institute for the Deaf and Blind, has launched a South African Sign Language Teachers’ Training Programme.The two-year part-time distance learning qualification is offered at Montana campus in Pretoria.After completion, students will qualify with a Higher Certificate in Pre-school Education.The course is aimed at deaf teaching assistants and prospective South
» Read moreMotivating Yourself to Workout When You Really Don’t Want to
Working out consistently can be really hard.You may have bursts of enthusiasm – at the start of the year or before a big holiday, but inevitably life will get in the way and throw you off course. So what’s the secret to year-round, dependable fitness motivation. How do you shift your mindset so you can spring out of bed as
» Read moreGhana Pledges $10m to Support African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
Ghana’s president Nana Akuffo-Addo has pledged ten million US dollars towards the operationalization of The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). secretariat.Ghana was selected as the host country for AfCFTA.by the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of AU on Sunday. The decision was announced at the 12th AU Extraordinary Summit held in Niamey, Niger after Ghana beat off competition
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