Bold and Beautiful Magazine

From ‘Mad’ Idea to Multimillion-Dollar Enterprise: The Inspiring Journey of Nigeria Duo Shaping the Move of Consumables

September 17, 2024 No Comments

In 2016, Nigerian entrepreneur Obi Ozor and his co-founder Ife Oyedele launched Kobo360, an innovative e-logistics platform that connects truck owners with businesses in need of cargo transport services. The concept, an “Uber for trucks,” was met with skepticism. “People thought we were mad,” recalls Ozor, reflecting on the early struggles that defined Kobo360’s foundation. Despite these doubts, Kobo360 […]

Achievers, Africa, Inspiration

Mossadeck Bally: The Malian Visionary Behind Azalaï Hotels Group’s West African Success

September 17, 2024 No Comments

Mossadeck Bally, founder and CEO of the Azalaï Hotels Group, is a leading figure in the West African hospitality industry. Born on August 27, 1961, in Niamey, Niger, to Malian parents with deep roots in commerce, Bally’s journey to building the first private African hotel chain in the region is a testament to determination, entrepreneurship, and resilience. From acquiring […]

Africa, Featured, Inspiration, World

Mental Detox for the Black Male in Today’s Workplace: A Path to Reclaiming Peace

September 15, 2024 No Comments

In today’s fast-paced world, Black men often find themselves under immense pressure, navigating the complexities of work, societal expectations, and systemic barriers. The corporate world can be a taxing environment, with microaggressions, underrepresentation, and constant scrutiny contributing to mental fatigue. It is crucial, now more than ever, for Black men to prioritize their mental well-being and embrace practices that […]

Africa, Featured, Inspiration, World

The Physical Benefits of Exercise That Boost Energy

September 14, 2024 No Comments

With health being a necessary commodity to all, the body of rhe black race ia subjected to undergo various motions, exercises may just be what is needed to ease the tension in the body. A taunt muscle, a sore nerve, displaced discs and chiropractic practices are becoming a safe go-to nowadays as against pumping oneself with medical commodities with […]

Africa, Inspiration, Women, World

How to Begin a Self-Love Journey as a Black Woman: Reclaiming Your Power and Embracing Your Worth

September 14, 2024 No Comments

As a Black woman, embarking on a self-love journey is both a powerful act of resistance and a transformative process of reclaiming your identity, beauty, and self-worth in a world that often undervalues you. From the daily microaggressions to systemic racism, navigating societal expectations can be exhausting. Yet, the journey of self-love is about recognizing that you are enough, […]

Africa, Arts, Featured

The African Use of Fashion to Denote Life Stages: A Rich Tapestry of Cultural Expression

September 14, 2024 No Comments

Africa is a continent deeply rooted in traditions, where fashion is not only an expression of style but a symbol of identity, status, and significant life stages. From birth to adulthood, marriage, and death, African fashion plays a profound role in denoting life’s transitions, reflecting the deep cultural connections between clothing, customs, and community values. Each stage of life […]

Achievers, Africa, Nigeria, World

How Justin Irabor Is Penetrating Africa’s AI Space

September 12, 2024 No Comments

When Justin Irabor, a web developer and data science student, enrolled in a distance learning program at the International University of Applied Sciences in Germany, he quickly realized he needed help managing the dual demands of work and study. Balancing his professional life with academic obligations was proving difficult, especially without a consistent study partner. Synchronizing schedules with others […]

Achievers, Africa, Inspiration, Nigeria

When You Need To Keep Fit Is What Nigeria’s Foluso Ogunwale Is Selling

September 12, 2024 No Comments

When Foluso Ogunwale launched iFitness in 2015, he faced an uphill battle in convincing financiers that his vision for a gym chain in Nigeria was viable. At the time, fitness centers were perceived as luxury products, catering to an elite market rather than serving as accessible health and wellness facilities. Most gyms were scarce, with one prominent Lagos fitness […]

General

Instead of Dumping Waste on the Seas, Kenya’s Mohdhar Mohamed Is Turning To AquaFertilization

September 11, 2024 No Comments

Mohdhar Mohamed, born and raised in Mombasa, Kenya, founded Morganics and Allied Ltd in 2021, a company that converts seaweed into organic fertiliser, providing farmers with an affordable and sustainable option. Drawing inspiration from the abundance of seaweed in the surrounding ocean waters, Mohdhar saw an opportunity to transform this natural resource into a product that benefits both farmers […]

Achievers, Africa, Inspiration, World

Transforming Plastic Waste into Affordable Housing: Kubik’s Innovative Solution for Ethiopia’s Housing Crisis

September 9, 2024 No Comments

Kubik, a trailblazing startup with offices in Kenya and Ethiopia, is tackling two critical issues simultaneously: plastic waste pollution and the housing deficit in Africa. By transforming recycled plastic into durable building materials such as bricks, beams, and columns, Kubik is making waves in the construction industry. The company recently launched operations in Ethiopia, targeting the country’s affordable housing […]

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