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SPARK Launch Gains Global Recognition

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May 29, 2013

iROKOtv’s Jason Njoku, Bastian Gotter and Nollywood superstar Mary Remmy-Njoku have launched SPARK – a $1m-backed company to support and develop aspiring Nigerian tech and Internet entrepreneurs.

Based in Lagos and launched just a few weeks ago, the new company has attracted attention from around the world, having featured in US-based black entertainment website BET as well as BBC World radio. It has been praised as a pioneer in revolutionizing the start-up ecosystem for young, talented Nigerians looking to make their mark in the country’s emerging tech sector.

Since its launch on 8 May, the company has received hundreds of emails from entrepreneurs looking to join the SPARK network, as well as interest from investors around the world looking to collaborate with the new company.

Jason Njoku says: “Myself, Bastian and Mary meet so many young, talented tech entrepreneurs who fall at the first hurdle because the culture for funding start-ups doesn’t exist in Nigeria at the moment. Lagos is the gateway to the tech scene in Africa. It is currently worth about $200million. In 3-5 years time, it will be $1billion. We, SPARK, plan to be behind Nigeria’s first wave of dotcom millionaires”.

Bastian Gotter says: “The reaction to SPARK has been fantastic and it proves that now is the time to be investing in the tech market. Following on from our success with iROKOtv, we feel that there is no-one in a better position than us to drive forward the tech start-up sector in Nigeria and this is why we’ve launched SPARK.”

So far, SPARK has funded 13 companies, all internet based, supplying services such as dating, property letting, hotel booking and other service that more and more Nigerians are going online for. The 13 companies include Hotels.ng, Christians.ng, Bus.com.ng, Giddimint.com.ng, Borro.com.ng, Insured.ng, ToLet.com.ng, Foto.com.ng, blink.com.ng, Healthy.com.ng and Drinks.ng

Mary Remmy-Njoku says: “Three years ago, no-one thought to come online to watch Nollywood movies and now, it is an every day occurrence for millions of people around the world and in Nigeria. People log in to www.irokotv.com and they have instant access to Mercy Johnson, Majid Michel, Mama G….. whoever is their favourite star. They have iROKOtv as their first port of call for their Nollywood movies.

“The same is going to happen for these SPARK companies; people who are interested in fashion will go online to Giddimint to buy a cool t-shirt, to Hotels.Ng to book a hotel room or to Drinks.ng to order good priced drinks for a wedding or big occasion. Our SPARK companies will become an everyday part of Nigerian lives in the next few years”.

Jason Njoku, Bastian Gotter and Mary Remmy-Njoku Launch Spark

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iROKOtv’s Jason Njoku, Bastian Gotter and Nollywood superstar Mary Remmy-Njoku have launched SPARK – a $1m-backed company to support and develop aspiring Nigerian tech and Internet entrepreneurs.

Based in Lagos and launched just a few weeks ago, the new company has attracted attention from around the world, having featured in US-based black entertainment website BET as well as BBC World radio. It has been praised as a pioneer in revolutionizing the start-up ecosystem for young, talented Nigerians looking to make their mark in the country’s emerging tech sector. Read More!

Tonto Dikeh Tries New Look In Her New Photo Shoot

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May 29, 2013

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Nollywood controversial actress, Tonto Dikeh tried this new look in her new photo shoot. What do you think about it. Yay or Nay?

Goldie Harvey’s New Music Video Ft. Navio – Miliki

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May 29, 2013

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Miliki is Goldie Harvey’s new music video featuring Navio. This is the last music that was shot by eccentric Nigerian artist who passed away on February 18 2013 after returning from the United States where she attended the 2013 Grammys Awards event.

Goldie’s brand new music video, Miliki was produced by Kennis Music and features Navia.

Watch it below and tell us what you think about it.

Photos From Tiwa Savage’s Album Listening

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May 28, 2013

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MAVIN first lady and “Kele Kele Love” singer, Tiwa Savage, held her album listening event on Sunday May 26th in Lagos. Enjoy photos from the event.

4 Times Stephanie Okereke Looked Gorgeous In A Floral Dress

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May 27, 2013

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4 Times Stephanie Okereke Looked Gorgeous In A Floral Dress

Take a look at the four times Stephanie Okereke Linus looked gorgeous in a floral dress. The Nollywood actress who got married to Linus Idahosa in a lavish wedding at a Paris castle last year is all about style and elegance. With a good height that turns many heads, a pretty face and beautiful long longs to go with it, the Nigerian actress and producer of “Through the Glass,” has all it takes to look good in any outfit.

See photos of the four times Stephanie Okereke Linus looked gorgeous in a floral dress below. By the way, what do you think about the four different floral dresses the Nigerian celebrity is putting on? Do you find them all great? Do you have a favourite piece among them? Or, is there one or more you think she should not have put on because it did not do justice to her stature? Share your thoughts below!!!

ALSO SEE: LUPITA NYONG’O: 10 Top Fashion Styles We Love And Why.

Now that you have seen them all, what do you think of these four times that the Nollywood actress looked gorgeous in a floral dress? Do you think that she rocked all the pieces well and that they looked good in her? Are you a fan of floral pieces that would like to try these exact look or similar pieces? Let us know what you think b leaving a comment below. We can’t wait to see and read your opinion on these four times that the celebrity wife and mom looked gorgeous in a floral dress.

If you are strictly ankara African print fabric fan, just remember you can make these exact look with the colourful African print. You even opt for the same colour of fabric and you will get great results with your look.

If you are not following us already, please do. You can check out the Afrocosmopolitan Youtube channel and subscribe to it so you can get an update on our uploads. You can also connect with Afrocosmopolitan on Instagram and like the AfroCosmopolitan Facebook page. If you have some time, also check us out on Twitter and Pinterest. We can’t wait to see you connect with us and interact on a closer level. Good luck and keep on looking fab like the true fashionista that you are.

BIKINI BODY OF A 47 YEAR OLD MUM OF 5

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May 27, 2013

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The photos above are of Nicole Murphy, the 47-year-old former wife of Hollywood actor, Eddy Murphy. The photos were taken on Friday May 24 as she vacationed in Hawaii with her fiance Michael Strahan, former NFL player and current TV host. What do you think?

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Interview On CNN African Voices – Talks About AMERICANAH

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May 26, 2013

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Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Interview On CNN African Voices – Talks About AMERICANAH

Nigerian writer, novelist and multiple award winner, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie was recently featured on CNN‘s African Voices where she talked about her new book Americanah. The prolific writer also talked about her meeting with the late and iconic writer, Chinua Achebe for the first time, her writing career, what hair means to her and much more.

CNN African Voices is a program that showcases successful and high-profile African personalities who are shaping the African continent as well as making a difference in their respective fields.

Other Nigerians who have been featured on the program are, Nollywood top celebrity, Genevieve Nnaji, Nike Davies Okundaye, Pastor Enoch Adeboye of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, internationally acclaimed author, Chinua Achebe; Nobel laureate, Wole Soyinka, award-winning author, Alistair Soyode, the president of Ben TV, and many more.

Below are Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s three part interview on CNN African Voices, watch and listen.

ALSO SEE: Want To Make A Fashion Statement? Check Out These Ankara Cape Dresses.

Part One: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie On CNN African Voices

Part Two: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie On CNN African Voices

Part Three: Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie On CNN African Voices

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is Forbes’ 83rd Most Powerful Woman In The World

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May 22, 2013

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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is Forbes’ 83rd Most Powerful Woman In The World

Nigeria’s Finance Minister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has been named by Forbes Magazine as the 83rd most powerful woman in the world.

Forbes magazine released its annual list of The World’s Most Powerful Women today, Wednesday, May 22, 2013.

According to Forbes, the list is made up of the 100 top female politicians and CEOs, activist billionaires and celebrities, next generation entrepreneurs and philanthropists who matter most.

Nigeria’s finance minister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala took the 83rd spot on the list. Below is what Forbes wrote about her.

“One year in office after a failed bid to for the World Bank presidency, Nigeria’s Harvard-educated finance minister produced a 6.5% increase in GDP from 2011 to 2012. Nigeria is the third largest economy in Africa with nearly $50 billion in foreign reserves. 2013 SPOTLIGHT: Okonjo-Iweala is a member of the ethnic Igbo group and faces criticism at home for appointing Igbos to top positions in finance, most recently Nigeria’s representative to the IMF — a charge her supporters counter is a “scurrilous campaign to tarnish” her image.”

ALSO SEE: Ernest Kouassi: No One Listened To Me Before.

Other Africans who made the list are Joyce Banda, President of Malawi who took the 47th spot. Last year, the female president was listed the 71st most powerful woman. Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, President of Liberia also made the list as the 87th most powerful woman in the world.

Below is a list of other black females who made Forbes’ list of the most powerful women in the world.

#4: Michelle Obama – First Lady, United States (49-year-old)

#13: Oprah Winfrey – Entrepreneur, Personality, Media mogul (59-year-old)

#14: Ursula Burns – Chairman and CEO, Xerox (54-year-old)

#17: Beyonce Knowles Carter – Actress, Entrepreneur, Musician (31-year-old)

#44: Rosalind Brewer – President and CEO, Sam’s Club, Wal-Mart Stores (50-year-old)

#49: Ertharin Cousin – Executive Director, World Food Programme, United Nations (56-year-old)

#68: Helene Gayle – President, CEO, CARE (67 years)

#84: Risa Lavizzo-Mourey – President, CEO, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Chanel Iman Fabulous In A Striped Print Dress

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May 22, 2013

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Chanel Iman Fabulous In A Striped Print Dress

Hello afro fashionistas, come in here and take a look at Chanel Iman looking fabulous in a striped print dress that she wore to the Met Gala. This dress is a great piece to wear to a red carpet event, a wedding ceremony, a birthday party as well as a gala. You can go for this exact piece or copy the look and make it with your favourite Ankara fabric. If you decide to copy the look and make it with ankara African print fabric, you have the option to make some adaptions to the piece to make it more unique to your own personal style.

For example, you can decide to increase or decrease the slit on the dress. You can decide to add one or two sleeves to the attire. You also have the option to keep it as a maxi dress, a midi dress, or a mini dress. In short, you can also choose to make it an ankara high low dress with a flowing back and a high rise mini on the front side.

Chanel ImanFabulous In A Striped Print Dr

Chanel Iman Fabulous In A Striped Print Dre

What do you think of Chanel Iman’s striped print dress? Do you think the American star looks fabulous in this outfit like we do? Are you looking forward to picking this exact look to add to your collection for red carpet events and other special occasions? Do you plan to ask your fashion designer to make this exact look for you using the ankara African print fabric? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below.

If you are looking for another striped print dress, or other kinds of ankara African print dresses and styles for a variety of outing needs, do take a look at the site. You will find loads of styles to copy or use as a source of inspiration to create the styles and looks that meets your individual fashion needs.

If you are not following us already, please do. You can check out the Afrocosmopolitan Youtube channel and subscribe to it so you can get an update on our uploads. You can also connect on other social networks such as Afrocosmopolitan on Instagram and like the AfroCosmopolitan Facebook page. If you have some time, also check us out on Twitter and Pinterest. We can’t wait to see you connect with us and interact on a closer level. Good luck and keep on looking fab like the true fashionista that you are.

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