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03 Jul

Chinese Firms Deepen Their Hold on Nigeria’s Lithium and EV Industry

Faith Okezie0 CommentsNews & Trends, Business and TechChinese companies grab stake in Nigeria’s lithium and EV future

Chinese companies are rapidly securing strategic positions across Nigeria’s clean energy and electric vehicle (EV) value chain, aiming to shape the future of mobility in Africa’s most populous nation. This year, two lithium processing plants — a critical component for EV battery production — are set to launch in Nigeria, both funded predominantly by Chinese investors. Leading the charge is Jiuling Lithium Mining Company, currently constructing a $600 million facility on the border of Kaduna and Niger states, with production scheduled to begin this quarter. Not far behind is Canmax Technologies, which is investing $200 million in a lithium processing…

01 Jul

The Giant of Africa Festival 2025: Africa’s Ultimate Youth & Culture Explosion in Kigali

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Looking up Giants of Africa Festival 2025 yet? If not, you're missing out. From Giants of Africa festival activities to Giants of Africa legacy projects, this is the Kigali July 2025 event calendar highlight that’s about to blow up your ‘Gram. What’s On: Giants of Africa Festival Activities Youth Basketball Camp & Tournament320 young athletes from 20 African countries (Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, DRC, etc.) come together to train under NBA/WNBA coaches, in round-robin games leading to championship and all-star matches. Opening Show Parade & ConcertFeaturing South Africa’s DJ Uncle Waffles, choreographer Sherrie Silver, and Rwandan singer Kevin Kade to kick-start the vibe.…

01 Jul

Why You Absolutely Can’t Miss World Music & Tourism Festival Kinshasa 2025

Faith Okezie0 CommentsConcerts and Live Events, Lifestyle and Culture, Music and Entertainment, Upcoming EventsAfrican cultural festivals July 2025, African cultural tourism

Listen, fam—if you’ve been searching for “World Music & Tourism Festival Kinshasa 2025” or wondering “what to do in Kinshasa July 2025,” this is the mother of all reasons to book that ticket now. From July 16–18, 2025, Kinshasa transforms into a cultural playground, celebrating music, food, tourism—and of course, Congolese Rumba festival 2025 vibes galore . First of Its Kind: A Global Jam with Local Soul This isn’t just another music fest—it’s the first-ever global mashup of music + tourism, powered by a collab between the DRC government (under President Félix Tshisekedi) and UN Tourism. Dubbed a “world premiere”…

28 Jun

Who Is Emmiwuks? The Nigerian Man Cycling From Nigeria to the USA

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The Daring Bicycle Journey Grabbing Social Media’s Attention Have you heard the latest gist setting social media on fire — the story of the Emmiwuks Bicycle Journey to USA? It’s the incredible, and somewhat bewildering, tale of Emmiwuks, who has reportedly embarked on an ambitious trip to the United States on nothing but a bicycle. The story first surfaced when a video shared by X user @dammiedammie35 showed the determined cyclist pedaling along a Nigerian road with a bike stacked high with personal belongings, food, and supplies. Most notably, a small United States flag attached to his bicycle boldly announced…

20 Jan

2023’s Metal Grammy Nominees is A Mixed Bag Of Disappointment

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Simply sit, stand or lie in a comfortable position and close your eyes. Take in a deep breath, inhaling slowly and all the way into your belly. Hold your breath for a moment, then exhale slowly. Repeat for however long you like. Short or long, meditation has the power to change your mood, your day, and even your life. If you’ve never tried a short meditation, why not do it today? You might be amazed at what happens. Several people on Twitter and other theatre kid-dominated social media platforms have responded to these offensive, misguided reviews of The Lightning Thief by demanding…

04 Jan

29 motivational quotes for business and other works

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Fun, as you might imagine, was not how I would describe this adventure. Awesome? Yes. Fun? No. N.O. No way. But would I do it again? If I could rewind to that moment when the alarm went off at 4:30 a.m. to throw on clothes, grab our packs and trek up that mountain, would I? You bet your buttons I would. Here’s lives at the intersection of fun and scary. One of my companions summed the whole experience up perfectly. He leaned back in his chair at dinner that night, shrimp taco in hand, “These are the kinds of experiences…

30 Dec

Everything that happened day 5 of New York fashion week

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25 Dec

Power cuts are plaguing Africa with renewable energy

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Simply sit, stand or lie in a comfortable position and close your eyes. Take in a deep breath, inhaling slowly and all the way into your belly. Hold your breath for a moment, then exhale slowly. Repeat for however long you like. Short or long, meditation has the power to change your mood, your day, and even your life. If you’ve never tried a short meditation, why not do it today? You might be amazed at what happens. Several people on Twitter and other theatre kid-dominated social media platforms have responded to these offensive, misguided reviews of The Lightning Thief by demanding…