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D'banj Takes Music Business to the Streets with N250 Million Support for Creatives

Nigerian music icon D’banj is making waves beyond the stage by investing in the next generation of creatives and entrepreneurs. Through his C.R.E.A.M (Creative, Reality, Entertainment, Arts, and Music) platform, he has announced a massive N250 million fund to support…
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Africa Leads the Global Mobile Money Revolution with $1.1 Trillion in Transactions

Africa has solidified its position as the world leader in mobile money adoption, boasting an impressive 1.1 billion mobile money accounts and facilitating $1.1 trillion in transactions annually. This milestone highlights the continent’s innovation in leveraging mobile…
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South Africa's Stitch Secures $55M in Latest Funding Round

Stitch, one of South Africa’s leading fintech infrastructure companies, has successfully raised $55 million in its latest funding round. The capital infusion is set to fuel the company’s expansion efforts, particularly in the development of its API infrastructure…

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Alibaba founder, Jack Ma, accepted a teaching position in Hong Kong.

The founder of Chinese tech giant, Alibaba, Jack Ma has been made an honorary professor of business at a top Hong Kong university, the school announced Friday. The appointment comes weeks afer the billionaire made a rare public appearance in China following his fall from grace during a government crackdown on the tech industry over two years…
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Google to accept naira payment on Play Store

Google has partnered with Verve to make digital transactions on Google Play Store easier for Nigerians. The firm noted that as from Wednesday, Nigerians could now use their Verve cards to make purchases on the Google Play Store. It…
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Glo, fintech reward customers

Globacom and PalmPay have collaborated to launch a new reward scheme for the telecom firm’s customers. According to the firms, the marketing initiative tagged ‘PalmPay Bonanza: Recharge Glo and Win’ will offer Nigerians who buy…
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NOMINATION FORM FOR THE 2022 RANKS AFRICA BRANDS RECOGNITION

2022 Brands Recognition: These brands are driving economic growth across the country. They stimulate new employment opportunities in nearly every industry. The Ranks Business Consumer Choice Award is a system for determining consumer contentment and brand acceptability. Register your nomination no later than the 31st of December, 2022. BEST STARTUPS BEST RESTAURANTS BEST INFLUENCER BEST NEW…
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The January issue of Ranks Business Magazine features Entrepreneur Henry Orakwue Groovy

Do you aspire to financial success? Most people probably do, although it is well-known that it is not an easy endeavor. Henry Orakwue “Groovy” For the majority of us, the widening wealth gap between the rich and the poor makes it seem unattainable, but 26-year-old Henry Olisaemeka Orakwue, a model since 2014 and one of the most sought-after brand influencers, can teach you how. Groovy…
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SWEET GULUVA Becomes a 5-Star Brand Influencer in Just One Year

Today marks exactly one year since Sweet Guluva (Akhonamathemba Mbele) was crowned winner of Big Brother Mzansi Season 5 (Umlilo) on March 23, 2025, walking away with the R2 million grand prize. In that same moment of reflection, Ranks Business has also recognized him as one of the 5-Star Brand Influencers of 2026, a recognition that highlights how quickly he has grown into one of South Africa’s…
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Certified Brand Influencer: King Levi Dapper Is the Curator of Credibility in Africa’s Influencer Space

King Levi Dapper Is the Curator of Credibility in Africa’s Influencer Spac In this edition of our Certified Series, we spotlight King Levi Dapper — a standout brand influencer who’s redefining the meaning of influence through authenticity, intention, and unmatched personal style. King Levi doesn’t just promote — he filters, curates, and aligns. His audience knows that when he…
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Certified Brand Influencer: Hamisa Mobetto, Is Building A Legacy Through Authentic Brand Influence

In this edition of the Certified Series, we shine the spotlight on Hamisa Mobetto, a true embodiment of entrepreneurship, elegance, and authentic brand influence across Africa. From Tanzania, Hamisa has built a powerful brand that transcends borders. As a successful serial entrepreneur herself, she brings a unique depth to her influencing — every brand she partners with benefits from her…
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Certified Brand Influencer: Mbali Ngwenya, Crafting Authentic Brand Stories

In this edition of the Certified Series, we spotlight the remarkable Mbali Ngwenya, a brand influencer whose name has become synonymous with authenticity, elegance, and trust. Residing in Johannesburg, Mbali has mastered the art of creating brand stories that resonate deeply with audiences across Africa. In an industry often driven by fleeting trends, Mbali stands out by keeping authenticity at…
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