The borders between African countries may appear peaceful on maps, but the one between South Africa and Nigeria tells a different story. Both countries have been nurturing an intense rivalry that dates back to the 1990s, and it has seen its battlegrounds shift from football to music, politics, and every other industry that matters. From […]
Every industry thrives on the pioneering efforts of thought leaders who envisioned an upward trajectory and created the means to realise it. Africa’s creative industry is no exception. Before now, budding creatives had to prioritise establishing a strong foothold in cities with expansive creative economies like Lagos, Kigali, and Accra to make a name out […]
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“There will be no more important issue in the world—not energy, not oil, not water—than that of talent. The places that develop talent, motivate talent, and use talent will be the places that move forward in the world,” says Professor Phillip Clay, former chancellor of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Africa is plagued with […]
Two months after implementing a limit of three song lyrics per month for free users, Spotify has backtracked on the move, returning the feature to all users globally. What seemed like a silent update back in May 2024 has been in the works since September 2023 when users started noticing the unavailability of the […]
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It’s August 1st, and once again, the ambiguity surrounding the origins of National Girlfriend Day has sparked debate over its true essence. While many believe it’s a day to celebrate platonic bonds of friendship and love among women, others see it as a time to honour romantic relationships, and some argue that it’s a day […]
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Doomscrollig looks like a big word if you’ve never heard of it or given it a second thought before now, but the irony of the context is that you most likely stumbled on this article while lost in the act. Medical stakeholders describe it as the habitual and compulsive consumption of distressing news stories on […]
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The past six and a half months in 2024 have been monumental for the tech wearables industry. With advancements in abilities and designs, we’ve seen the releases of products that are no longer limited to wrist-bound fitness trackers. This year, wearables have expanded into new forms and functionalities, offering innovative solutions for gadget enthusiasts globally. […]
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Technological advancements made Quick Response (QR) codes a much-needed mainstay in our everyday lives. These square-shaped scannable grid patterns offer a convenient bridge between physical and digital parallels, allowing users to perform tasks or easily access information at lightning speed. As it turned out, this convenience can now be a double-edged sword. The same […]
Music, movies, games, and books — virtually all forms of digital entertainment have become commodified in today’s world. Not to diminish the efforts of producers and creators, though; to what much is invested, much is expected as profit. Nevertheless, Bounce has thoughtfully curated seven video streaming platforms that are not only free but also […]
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Cryptocurrency might be the future of global finance, but most of the Nigerian government’s recent attempts to tap into its potential have either been faced with low adoption rates or have negatively impacted traders who are the main players in the country’s estimated $400m crypto market. This is evident in the poor adoption of […]
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Maintaining a productive streak as we’re settling into the second half of 2024 can be challenging amid an array of ever-increasing tasks and responsibilities. However, with the right tech tools, you can tick off spilt-over projects in no time, streamline your workflow, enhance your efficiency, and hit your personal or work-related targets. Only a […]
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Social media—apart from being an avenue for relatively unrestricted networking, entertainment and self-expression— is increasingly becoming a mainstay source of income for users. Over the years, we’ve seen platforms like YouTube and X (formerly Twitter) create routes for eligible content creators to generate revenue based on their levels of creativity, originality, and audience engagement. […]
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