oleh admin | Apr 16, 2025 | africa, business, investing news, leadership, Travel
LAGOS, NIGERIA – The innovative strides within Africa’s travel sector have been acknowledged through the accolade bestowed upon Nwaiku Allwell, founder and CEO of TravelWithWells (TWW). Recognized by the esteemed Pan-African Youth Leadership organization, Allwell was named among the Top 100 Most Influential Young Africans. This distinction underscores TWW’s role as an innovator in providing streamlined travel experiences for youthful African explorers eager to navigate the globe confidently.
Founded in September 2022, TravelWithWells emerged from a profoundly personal journey undertaken by its founder. Prior to his inaugural international voyage to Ghana, Allwell encountered common worries shared among African travelers regarding visa procedures, airport regulations, and dependable travel support. Recognizing that numerous individuals possess adequate funds for traveling yet encounter difficulties with logistical aspects, he established TWW as an answer to these challenges. Now, the company stands as a reputable worldwide provider of comprehensive travel services, assisting countless customers with effortless visa processing, flight bookings, accommodation reservations, and crafting exceptional travel adventures.
Talking to Allwell during the awards ceremony, he provided profound perspectives on the essence of the brand’s identity. As he stated:
Seamless travel experiences form the heart of what we do—essentially our guiding purpose. This is precisely why we emphasize travel consultations and tailor-made tour packages. Our dedication to making travel effortless has not only cultivated a dedicated clientele but also garnered prestigious awards.
Discussing the effect of the accolade and his outlook on African tourism, Allwell stated;
This accolade isn’t solely mine; it represents all African explorers with aspirations that transcend boundaries. Our presence serves as an acknowledgment that we think travel ought to be effortless, thrilling, and readily available.
“I aspire to witness an Africa where individuals can traverse the continent effortlessly without the necessity of obtaining visas, and we are definitely prepared to contribute towards making this vision a reality,” he remarked.
TravelWithWells envisions a world where more people from Africa can easily discover international locations, assured that they have a reliable travel agency supporting their journey at each stage.
As TravelWithWell (TWW) broadens its reach into new markets and continues to advance its travel technology offerings, this acknowledgment from Pan-African Youth Leadership underscores its significance as a major actor in Africa’s developing travel sector.
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TravelWithWells (TWW) stands out as a premier travel service designed specifically to simplify international journeys for young Africans. By providing visa assistance, personalized trips, concierge support, and additional amenities, TWW enables people to discover new places effortlessly.
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oleh admin | Mar 30, 2025 | education, education reform, investing, leadership, politics
At the weekend, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, who leads the Senate, urged governments at every level, corporations, and philanthropists to make more significant investments in education with the aim of nurturing future global tycoons and renowned companies.
Bamidele, who represents Ekiti Central, emphasized how both established and developing countries across Asia, Europe, and North America utilized education as a powerful means for social and economic change to achieve their national goals.
Following the conferment of an honorary Doctor of Laws degree upon him during the 29th convocation ceremony of Ekiti State University, which took place over the weekend on the university’s main campus in Ado Ekiti, he proceeded to make those calls.
Yesterday, Bamidele was honored along with the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, and the Chairperson of the Governing Board at the Bank of Industry, Dr. Mansur Muhtar. This brings the total number of honorary doctorates awarded to him between January 2003 and March 2025 to three.
During his speech at the convocation, Bamidele highlighted the importance of education for the socioeconomic advancement of countries globally. He believes this approach has been utilized to achieve developmental objectives and overcome severe obstacles.
He explicitly stated: “By quality education, I refer to an educational experience that frees the mind; one that significantly reshapes entire generations and provides access to boundless prospects in every field.”
In this light, education serves as an essential instrument that both developed and rising nations across the globe have utilized to reach their current status. We, as a society, also possess this same tool in our quest for national ambitions.
Bamidele pointed out that achieving substantial socio-economic progress in every sector necessitates “not just fostering a conducive atmosphere, but also ensuring a fiercely competitive landscape so our country can remain globally competitive.”
It also requires intentional public investment in our youth, and we must take action immediately. Undoubtedly, this necessitates consistent and strategic backing from various private sector entities that generate global brands and billionaires.
This is the reliable blueprint that gave rise to Elon Musk, CEO of SpaceX and Tesla; Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon Inc.; Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder of Facebook and Instagram; Larry Page, CEO of Google; Warren Buffett, the esteemed owner of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., and numerous others.
It’s now time for each of us to utilize the power of high-quality education to create our homegrown global billionaires and iconic brands. However, this can’t be left to luck or happenstance; instead, it requires careful strategy and proactive execution of these plans.
“We might fail to reach our goals unless we reassess our national priorities and genuinely invest in individuals. Fundamentally, education that frees the mind is the sole solution to achieving our aspirations. The sooner we begin investing more effectively in our citizens, the better off we will be as a union,” he stated.
As such, Bamidele urged both public and private sectors to revisit their approaches; contemplate this message and pledge anew to invest more substantially in individuals. This sentiment ought to be a crucial aspect of the key lessons we derive from this momentous assembly.
During his speech, University Vice-Chancellor Professor Ayodele Joseph listed several initiatives spearheaded by Bamidele for the institution, including the building of dormitories for medical students—both male and female—as well as a small sports complex and an FM radio station.
Ayodele also highlighted several significant contributions made by university alumni over the past year via targeted connections and interventions. He provided examples of various initiatives that the senate leader helped facilitate for the benefit of the university community.
He expanded Bamidele’s contributions to encompass facilitating the building of separate male and female dormitories for medical students, constructing a small sports complex within the campus, and setting up an FM radio station, all of which were to be gifted by Senator Bamidele.
The vice chancellor further observed that the prosperity of the institution was associated with an increase in the monthly subsidy provided to the university, which had risen from ₦260 million to ₦410 million per month.
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oleh admin | Mar 25, 2025 | humanitarianism, islam, leadership, news, politics
KUALA LUMPUR – The Muslim community is experiencing growing divisions, which is particularly noticeable in Malaysia.
Amidst escalating political battles and self-serving agendas, Datuk Hussamuddin Yaacub, the founder of Warisan Ummah Ikhlas Foundation (WUIF), has urged leaders to set aside their pride and focus on fostering unity instead.
Addressing the 10th anniversary of the World #QuranHour 2025 event today, he encouraged leaders to contemplate the messages from the Quran and collaborate for the collective well-being.
Alhamdulillah, today signifies ten years since the inception of World #QuranHour. Our aim is to elevate this endeavor, extending its influence onto a global stage.
“While engagement has expanded beyond Malaysia’s borders, it continues to predominantly be a national movement. It would be ideal if this idea achieves wider international acknowledgment,” he stated when approached following the event, today.
Even with its achievements, only a few nations like Indonesia, Brunei, Singapore, and India have embraced this initiative.
Hussamuddin emphasized that the main objective was to bring together all segments of the Muslim world.
“We observe fellow Muslims involved in disputes, hurling insults at each other and circulating malicious gossip. By reciting and contemplating (tadabbur) Surah As-Saff, we are prompted to remember the critical importance of scholars and the broader Muslim community joining forces in harmony,” he further stated.
He appealed to Malay Islamic leaders in Malaysia to set aside their individual aspirations and political differences, encouraging them to focus instead on the collective well-being of the ummah.
He mentioned it was crucial to discover a method for cooperation, to step back from conflicts of power, and to gather around the same table for substantial conversations.
More than just arranging an yearly gathering, World #QuranHour is a movement crafted to ignite a greater understanding and appreciation of the Quran amongst Muslims globally.
The movement’s ultimate aim is to engage two billion Muslims, thereby laying the groundwork for the resurgence and empowerment of Islamic countries.
The event hosted at the Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Mosque located within the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) campus in Gombak today, witnessed the attendance of Tengku Ampuan Pahang Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah Almarhum Sultan Iskandar.
At 11:55 am, Her Majesty reached the mosque premises alongside Bandar Tun Razak MP and the Prime Minister’s spouse, Datuk Seri Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail. Other notable figures joining them included the Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department for Religious Affairs, Datuk Dr Mohd Na’im Mokhtar, among others of similar stature.
Hussamuddin mentioned that the organization has managed to maintain this effort for ten years despite being a modest NGO, yet he emphasized that for the movement to really thrive, it needed backing from the government.
He mentioned that if the authorities got involved, the initiative could expand even more.
He pointed out that by working together with the IIUM, which boasts more than 100 alumni chapters across the globe, along with utilizing governmental connections via institutions such as Wisma Putra, the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Higher Education, and the Ministry of Religious Affairs, this initiative could genuinely make a worldwide difference.
He mentioned that Malaysia could potentially be acknowledged as the originator of this movement.
He similarly called upon the Prime Minister and pertinent ministries to earnestly back this initiative.
We encourage them to examine the program, grasp its intent, and acknowledge our progress up to this point.
“If the administration supplies the crucial ‘thrust’ for this campaign and IIUM serves as the launching pad, we can elevate this effort to extraordinary heights,” he stated.
After dedicating many years to this initiative, Hussamuddin realized that his tenure as leader could be coming to an end soon. That’s why he wished for genuine governmental backing of the movement.
“The backing we get at present is minimal, even though this is an international effort brimming with vast potential. The moment has come to bring World Quran Hour onto the world platform,” he further stated.
This year, World #QuranHour 2025 was themed around ‘Preserving the Ummah,’ highlighting the significance of solidarity in maintaining the faith of Allah SWT.
The 10th iteration of the World #QuranHour 2025 event gathered numerous attendees via their presence at the primary location, live TV transmissions, and online streaming.
Moreover, this year’s event saw registrations from 1,370 sites within the nation and 25 additional sites located in 19 different foreign countries.
oleh admin | Mar 24, 2025 | international cricket, leadership, sports
In New Delhi [India], on March 24 (via ANI), former New Zealand team leader Kane Williamson strongly feels that Shubman Gill possesses the attributes necessary to develop into an effective captain.
During his tenure with the Gujarat Titans in the previous season of the IPL, Williamson was led by Gill. While being part of the GT team, one of the ‘Fab Four,’ Williamson noted that Gill conveyed messages very clearly and demonstrated firmness in his ideas.
“He’s an exceptionally composed individual with a brilliant cricketing mind who genuinely cares for his teammates. He has clear ideas on how he intends to proceed, which I believe is a significant strength in leadership and highly contagious. It shouldn’t come as much of a surprise that he’s being considered for leadership roles within several Indian teams in the coming period,” Williamson stated to ESPNcricinfo.
“He has very distinct ideas about his approach to captaining, which is crucial. It’s not just having thoughts but believing in them strongly, learning continuously, and striving for improvement—qualities he possesses entirely. His potential shines through both in how he plays and adapts across formats, transitioning seamlessly between Test matches and T20s at an elite level. Therefore, I believe he stands out as a remarkable player who will also make an excellent leader,” he concluded.
Williamson stated that each leader has tasks to perform using their own set of abilities.
“Whether it’s with a bat, a ball, or anything else, your main objective is to choose the finest leader for your team. It seems they’ve recognized Shubman as this individual by involving him in potential deputy captain positions to gain insight into how the team’s leadership functions under Rohit [Sharma]. He has been remarkably successful at leading the team over an extended period,” he explained.
At the age of 25, Gill has been named Rohit Sharma’s vice-captain in ODIs. Although he possesses exceptional batting abilities, he hasn’t secured a consistent spot in every format. Williamson sees this elevation in Gill’s leadership role as an indication of the player who will guide India into the future.
“What I believe the vice-captaincy role truly signifies is having someone who will likely lead this squad ahead. The question then becomes: How do we integrate him more closely to understand why the Indian team has achieved such significant success? Clearly, they’ve implemented many effective strategies, and disseminating that knowledge seems crucial,” he stated.
“I have not truly witnessed him being overwhelmed. He is steadily progressing and improving. He has robust ambitions to maintain this trajectory, and I am confident that we will keep observing his growth in various other formats as well,” he mentioned additionally.
In his inaugural season leading the GT team in the lucrative league, Gill steered the Titans to an eighth-place finish, accumulating 12 points and suffering seven losses. (ANI)
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oleh admin | Mar 24, 2025 | government, innovation, leadership, technology, technology industry
Gandhinagar
(
Gujarat
[India], March 24 (ANI): During the inauguration of Infineon Technologies India’s new Global Capability Center,
GIFT
City in
Gandhinagar
, Chief Minister
Bhupendra Patel
indicated that the inauguration of the state’s inaugural Global Capability Center less than a month after unveiling the Global Capability Center Policy is an impressive feat.
Gujarat
The statement released on Monday highlighted their dedication to constructing a Vikshit Bharat.
Although stressing that setting up this Global Capability Center in
GIFT
The city embarked on a new chapter.
Gujarat
Regarding the technology sector, the Chief Minister mentioned that this center would bolster
Gujarat
‘ capability to provide semiconductor solutions to both the country and the global market.
In the presence of the Chief Minister, an MoU was signed between Infineon Technologies and IIT.
Gandhinagar
To work together on industrial research, technological advancement, innovative practices, and skill cultivation.
On this occasion, Mona Khandhar, the Principal Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology, handed over the approval letter for financial incentives as part of the
Gujarat
Policy for Government’s Global Capability Center 2025-30 Addressed to Infineon Technologies’ CEO, Jochen Hanebeck.
The Chief Minister also mentioned that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given particular attention to crucial technologies such as artificial intelligence and semiconductors with the aim of strengthening the nation’s tech industry.
With the direction of the Prime Minister
Gujarat
is moving in the same direction. Consequently, new technologies and innovations will serve as the cornerstone in this progression.
Gujarat
The economy of this country in the coming years.
He stated that with the forward-thinking guidance of Prime Minister Modi, India is rapidly advancing toward becoming the globe’s third-biggest economy.
India’s rapidly expanding knowledge-driven economy stands out as an exemplary case of progress, thanks to its highly skilled yet economically accessible labor force.
Today,
Gujarat
serves as the sole state in the nation where three semiconductor facilities are planned for development. The Chief Minister has conveyed his assurance that India’s inaugural Make in India semiconductor chip will also be manufactured here.
Gujarat
.
Bhupendra Patel
further stated that
Gujarat
Is the first state in the country to develop a plan for “Viksit”
Gujarat
@ 2047″ with the motto “Earning Well, Living Well,” aiming to realize Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s dream of building a developed India.
The
Gujarat
The government has made a priority of incorporating global capability centers, artificial intelligence, and innovation-driven sectors within the Earning Well framework.
Speaking about
Gujarat
‘ substantial impact on India’s progress, Chief Minister
Bhupendra Patel
said that
Gujarat
accounts for 8.3 percent of India’s GDP, 18 percent of national industrial production, and 31 percent of total exports, positioning itself as a frontrunner in industrial prowess, innovation, and worldwide integration.
Jochen Hanebeck, the CEO of Infineon Technologies, stated that India is quickly becoming the global center for semiconductors.
Gujarat
, with its industry-friendly policies, is playing a vital role in the semiconductor sector, akin to the heart of India.
The Global Capability Center at Infineon Technologies, set up in
Gujarat
, will further propel India’s progress. He additionally conveyed his appreciation to the
Gujarat
The government has announced that over the upcoming five years, Infineon will be hiring 500 skilled engineering professionals.
Gujarat
.
At the start of the event, Vinay Shenoy, who serves as the Managing Director of Infineon Technologies India, warmly welcomed all attendees.
He conveyed his thanks to the
Gujarat
government for offering significant advantages and backing to Infineon as part of the “Global Capability Center Policy 2025-30.”
Advisor to the Chief Minister and Head of Board
GIFT
The city was represented by Hasmukh Adhia alongside Rajat Moona, who serves as the Director of IIT-Roorkee.
Gandhinagar
, and high-ranking officials of the
Gujarat
The government along with officials and staff from Infineon Technologies attended the event. (ANI)
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oleh admin | Feb 12, 2025 | business, employees, leadership, workers, workforce
Currently, middle managers face some of the highest levels of pressure in their work environment.
According to a survey carried out in the UK by Capterra, 75% of participants reported feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or burnt out.
Managing both personal and bureaucratic responsibilities concurrently indicates that 61% of individuals lack sufficient time during an average week to complete all their tasks.
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The survey found 44% of their time is used purely to attend meetings.
The findings further indicate that one of the major challenges faced by middle managers is beginning their role without being fully prepared.
In fact, 77% of middle managers report that they did not receive any managerial training prior to their promotion.
Fifty percent wished for conflict resolution training, followed by 37% wanting project management training, 32% seeking delegation skills, and 31% desiring time management instruction.
While feedback is key in improving one’s performance, 51% of middle managers say their boss never or rarely schedules a one-to-one with them to discuss their work.
Consequently, almost one out of every four people (24%) report that they are currently seeking new employment opportunities.
