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Enugu Hosts Digital Transformation Summit as Pre-Event to #StartupSouthX Public and Private Sector Leaders Unite to Deepen Innovation and Business Transformation in the South-East In a powerful show of collaboration between government, business, and innovation leaders, #StartupSouth is set to host the Digital Transformation Summit – Enugu 2025 on Friday, July 25, 2025, as a key pre-event leading up to #StartupSouthX, the landmark 10th edition of the South-South and South-East’s premier innovation and entrepreneurship gathering. The Summit, themed “Powering Businesses Through Innovation and Tech,” will convene stakeholders across sectors to explore how digital transformation can be used to unlock value, deepen resilience, and scale high-impact ventures in Nigeria’s South-East region. The event is hosted in partnership with the Enugu State Government, through the Ministry of Innovation, Science & Technology, the Enugu SME Center, and the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Digital Economy. Representatives from the Enugu Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (ECCIMA) and other leading organizations are expected to participate. According to Adaeze Ngozi Chianumba, Co-Founder, DigitalMoms & Lead, #StartupSouth Enugu Community: “This is more than a conversation — it’s a convergence of people who believe in Enugu’s digital future. We’re deepening momentum already building in the ecosystem by bringing corporate players into dialogue with founders and changemakers.” Israel Unya, founder of YuSocial.com and Co-Lead, #StartupSouth Enugu Community: “This summit is a signal that Enugu’s innovation ecosystem is no longer on the sidelines — we’re building a thriving community where startups, government, and corporate leaders collaborate meaningfully. It’s about turning momentum into real opportunity and ensuring local founders have access to the networks, tools, and capital they need to scale.” Key Highlights Include: - Panel conversations with corporate executives, founders, and government actors - Startup showcases and digital solution demos - Live pitch sessions and investor engagement - Keynote addresses and a digital transformation marketplace The summit is free to attend with registration at https://bit.ly/DTSEnugu2025 and is open to startup founders, SMEs, corporate leaders, public sector professionals, investors, and digital economy stakeholders. For Media & Sponsorship Enquiry: [email protected] | [email protected]

Today's Meet and Greet was beautiful. Lots of captains of industry across the Enugu startup ecosystem graced the event and we had robust conversations plus good networking opportunities. Enugu is waking up and what we can accomplish when we collaborate is immeasurable. The DTS Enugu 2025 event presents yet another opportunity to sit in a room where discussions that can shape the future of your business will be had. Do well to register if you have not yet done so and most importantly, show up. Register here - https://bit.ly/DTSEnugu2025 #yusocial #StartupSouth #enugu

In exactly 9 days, a room in Enugu will fill with… ✅ Startups solving real problems ✅ Businesses looking for digital tools ✅ Speakers who know how to scale ✅ Investors who are quietly watching The only question is: Will you be in the room too? This is your cue. Digital Transformation Summit – DTS Enugu 2025 🗓 July 25th 📍 Cafe One, CCB Building, around P & T bus stop, Okpara Avenue, Enugu. 🎟 Register now 👉https://bit.ly/DTSEnugu2025 Let’s power the future of business—together. #CountdownToDTS #9DaysToGo #StartupSouth #DTSEnugu2025

The One Conversation That Changed Her Business Last year, Amarachi was stuck. She had a great product. A loyal handful of customers. But no idea how to grow. At an event, she met a startup founder who showed her a simple tech tool for inventory and payments. They spoke for 10 minutes. She implemented the solution. 3 months later, her revenue doubled. What if your own next big move is just one conversation away? That’s part of what DTS Enugu 2025 is about. 🗓 July 25th. 📍 Cafe One, CCB Building, around P & T bus stop, Okpara Avenue, Enugu. 🎯 200+ startups, founders, tech experts, investors & institutions in the same room. Your big business break might just be waiting at this event. Register to secure your seat - it's free! 👉 https://bit.ly/DTSEnugu2025 #DTSEnugu2025 #GrowthBeginsHere #StartupSouthEnugu #StartupSouth

✈️ Enugu Takes Off! New Airline "Enugu Air" Begins Flights Today History is taking flight in the South-East as Enugu Air, the state’s very own airline, officially launches today, July 7, 2025. The inaugural flight takes off from Akanu Ibiam International Airport, marking a huge leap forward for regional transportation and economic development. Backed by the Enugu State Government in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Aviation, this bold move aims to improve air travel access for residents, boost tourism, and attract investment to the state. Governor Peter Mbah has been at the forefront of the initiative, describing it as part of his vision to make Enugu a commercial hub in Nigeria. He noted that the airline is not just about flying planes — it's about connecting people, businesses, and ideas. > “Enugu Air is a symbol of our ambition. We’re not just opening skies — we’re opening up opportunities,” the governor said at the flag-off ceremony. Local travelers and aviation enthusiasts have welcomed the move with excitement, saying it's long overdue for the South-East to have its own airline operating on a regional and eventually national scale. Enugu Air is expected to run commercial flights across Nigeria, with long-term plans for international routes. The airline will also focus on safety, affordability, and reliability, promising passengers a better travel experience. Why This Matters For years, residents in the region have depended heavily on airlines based in Lagos or Abuja. With Enugu Air now in the mix, travelers can expect more convenience, better pricing, and direct flights from the heart of the South-East. It's not just a win for Enugu — it’s a win for Nigeria.

The Professional Side Of Me Many Don't Know About Hey friends, I’ve mostly shared the personal side of me on here, but it’s time to reintroduce the other part—my professional world. I’m Ebenezer Wey, a passionate project & product manager who lives and breathes Design Thinking. I believe every problem—personal or business—can be solved through intentional design. Through The Smart Afrikan, I help entrepreneurs and small businesses design websites, build mobile apps, create sales funnels, and grow through email and social media marketing. From Architecture to IT, from digital product design to product management in the enterprise—I’ve walked the journey, and now I’m helping others walk theirs. If you’re building something meaningful, let’s connect and make it happen—creatively, strategically, and with impact. #DesignThinkingIsEverything #TheSmartAfrikan #DigitalBusiness #Let’sBuild

WHY I AM DOING THIS FROM THE BASICS... Hey Everyone, I am sure that many people have seen some of the images and videos that I have been using "A.I" to generate. ? I am also sure that many people have been wondering to themselves, why is this guy wasting his time, learning with various platforms, instead of using the popular platforms that everyone else has been using and producing amazing results? 🤔🤔🤔🤔 That's the thing. In everything I ever lay my hands on, to do, I learn the basics. For example, when I wanted to start doing Web Design, as a business, many people always "expected" me to do it only on WordPress, because that's the platform they are used to, and which they consider the most popular. 🧐🧐 They were not interested in whether I had other preferences, or whether there were other ways of getting it done, with greater efficiency, speed or better quality. 🧐🧐🧐 I knew that the basics still existed, the likes of HTML/CSS/JS, I knew that other Website builders besides WordPress could do a better, more efficient Job, and I "chose" to learn about them. You may ask WHY? 🤔🤔🤔🤔 Here's why - BEFORE WordPress: 👇👇👇👇 there was Basic HTML--> front Page on Windows ---> Macromedia's Dreamweaver + Adobe Flash ---> the L.A.M.P Model ---> WordPress AFTER WordPress No Code Platforms like Squarespace, Wix, Webflow, Builderall, Bubble and many others. Each day, more efficient and better ways, more efficient and better technology come up to help you do the same thing, but in a better way. 🧐🧐🧐🧐🧐 IF you have spent any reasonable amount of time in Tech, you would always understand that there are BASICS, and then there are multiple ways of getting the same, or better results. You also know that no system or way of getting things done ever remains forever; at any time, a particular system can become obsolete, and you will be forced into learning a new way. 🧐🧐 Once upon a time, Macromedia's Dreamweaver was the "go-to" platform for any serious-minded web professional; the same thing with Adobe Flash was the go-to platform for any serious-minded Animator, until WordPress and HTML5 came along to take over each, respectively. 👇👇 If we are to learn from Tech history, then we should know that the most popular systems being used for A. I Today, will eventually give way to future tech, which will be far better, much easier and much more efficient ways of doing it. 👉But the knowledge of the BASICS will remain important.👈 HTML is still important in the world of website design and development, the same way a basic knowledge of design principles is essential, whilst using Figma, or even Canva. 😊😊😊😊 So, whilst I am learning, and building up skills in the basics of A.I, I will make mistakes, the "output" will not be perfect, and you will have many reasons to laugh at me for looking "silly"... 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 But, when i become proficient, i will have 10 different ways and platforms, that i can use in getting beautiful and awesome results. I will not be "forced" into learning only one way, that can become obsolete, faster than a plate of "Eba"gets cold in Tech... 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 How am I doing in this Video? Do you like the dance moves? Or I look like an N.F.A (No Future Ambition) ? 🤣🤣🤣🤣 There's a message in the video: 👇👇👇👇 It's going to get better. Yes, you may be going through all kinds of storms right now, but it is going to get better; Keep going, Keep hustling, Keep practising, Keep Praying 🙏🙏 Life's going to get better. 😊😊😊😊 #Kirkfranklin

Global Markets on Edge as Trump’s New Tariff Threat Looms Just when the world thought things were calming down, a storm is brewing and it has everything to do with Trump and tariffs. Former U.S. President Donald Trump is back in the headlines, and this time he’s threatening to slam major economies like Japan, South Korea, and the EU with tariffs ranging from 10% to a whopping 70%. The deadline? July 9 just days away. Now, global markets are reacting fast. Stocks across Asia and Europe are slipping, and although Wall Street is holding up for now, analysts say the tension is real. Nobody wants a repeat of the last trade war. > “The global economy is fragile. Another round of tariffs could hit supply chains hard and push up prices for everyone,” one analyst warned. Why Should You Care? Because if these tariffs go through, you might feel it too — not just investors or big corporations. We're talking higher prices on phones, electronics, cars, even basic goods. Everything connected to international trade could get more expensive. And let’s not forget — if the U.S. hits first, countries like China and the EU may strike back. That means more tension, slower trade, and even more market chaos. What Now? With just days left before Trump’s tariff threat could become reality, world leaders, business owners, and everyday people are watching closely. Will diplomacy win, or are we headed for another global trade showdown? Stay tuned. The countdown has begun.

Talk is Cheap — Execution is Where the Magic Is In 2019, James had a dream to start a clothing brand. He talked about it every day. He designed logos, chose brand names, even created mockups. He told friends, shared it in WhatsApp groups, and watched countless YouTube videos on how to launch a fashion business. But year after year, nothing launched. Meanwhile, his quiet friend Tolu never said much. One day, Tolu simply posted a photo of a shirt with the caption: "Available in all sizes. DM to order." No logo. No fancy branding. No hype. Just one shirt, one photo, and one action. Fast forward 2 years — James is still “planning,” while Tolu now supplies clothing to 12 stores, runs an Instagram shop with thousands of followers, and just secured a deal to produce uniforms for a local school. You see, the difference wasn’t talent. It wasn’t even about who had the better design. The difference was execution. Talk is cheap. We all have ideas. But it’s the quiet ones who show up, do the work, and start small — they’re the ones who see the magic. Years ago, I had a vision — to build an indigenous social commerce network for Nigeria and Africa. Why? Because we have the economic numbers, the creativity, and the hunger to grow. So I deployed my time, energy, and resources to move that vision beyond just an idea. Today, that vision is YuSocial, and we are on our way to scaling it — not just for one person, but for the entire community of entrepreneurs, content creators, and forward-thinkers across the continent. ✅ Have you downloaded the YuSocial app yet? If not, now’s the best time to join us: https://bit.ly/getyusocial “Your dream doesn’t need more time. It needs more action.” — Start now. The world is waiting. #YuSocial #ExecutionOverExcuses #AfricaRising #StartWhereYouAre #MakeItHappen #SocialCommerce #NaijaToTheWorld

What If One Article Could Put Your Business on the Map? Imagine this: You run a small business with big potential, but not enough people know about you. Then someone writes a powerful story about what you do — your mission, your journey, your offer. That story gets shared. People start visiting your page. You get more messages, more leads… maybe even a partnership or two. That’s the power of being seen. Through the YuSocial Spotlight program, we’re giving entrepreneurs like you a chance to: ✅ Get featured in a professionally written article ✅ Build trust and visibility for your brand ✅ Show up in search results and attract long-term traffic It’s completely free — but only for a limited time. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to put your business out there, this is it. 👇 Subscribe now to YuSocial Spotlight and let us help tell your story - https://yusocial.com/grow-your-brand

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