Wednesday, September 16, 2026

IMPACT WATCH NETWORK
Leading true information for positive global change.

Three young Nigerians launch ChatPay waitlist to simplify banking transactions directly on WhatsApp

Three Nigerian entrepreneurs have unveiled the public waitlist for ChatPay, a conversational banking...

SPIN inducts 79 sustainability professionals to strengthen corporate governance in Nigeria

The Sustainability Professionals Institute of Nigeria (SPIN) has officially inducted 79 new members...

LASG announces landmark ARV procurement initiative, clarifies HIV data

‌The Lagos State Government (LASG) has dismissed reports suggesting that the state recorded...

Ultra-processed foods designed to drive addictive eating behaviours, new study warns

A newly published study has suggested that many ultra-processed foods are intentionally formulated...
HomeUncategorized

Uncategorized

UNDP, Mastercard Foundation open Young Africa Innovates call

Applications have opened for Cohort 2 of the Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme, a joint initiative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and...

NUPRC consults stakeholders on crude and gas swap to cut costs, boost refinery supply

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has opened consultations with major industry stakeholders over a proposed domestic crude oil and gas swap arrangement...

UNDP, Mastercard Foundation open Young Africa Innovates call

Applications have opened for Cohort 2 of the Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme, a joint initiative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Mastercard Foundation aimed at identifying, incubating and scaling youth-led innovations addressing socio-economic challenges in Nigeria. The 2026–2027 cohort will be implemented across seven states. Successful applicants will have access to capacity building, intensive bootcamp training, incubation assistance, mentorship, financial support and opportunities to connect with markets. Young Africa Innovates is focused on discovering and supporting young Nigerians developing solutions to pressing challenges within their communities. The...

UNDP, Mastercard Foundation open Young Africa Innovates call

Applications have opened for Cohort 2 of the Young Africa Innovates (YAI) Programme, a joint initiative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and...

NUPRC consults stakeholders on crude and gas swap to cut costs, boost refinery supply

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has opened consultations with major industry stakeholders over a proposed domestic crude oil and gas swap arrangement...

Cardtonic opens upskill 4.0 programme with MacBook prizes, tech scholarships for youths in Africa

Applications are now open for the Cardtonic Upskill 4.0 Programme 2026, an initiative aimed at equipping young technology enthusiasts in Nigeria and Ghana with...

Smart Africa, FAO launch AI challenge to boost climate-smart agriculture and food security in Africa

Smart Africa, in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), has launched the third edition of the Innovate Africa...

Nigeria Customs wins Commonwealth gold award for CSR, impacting over 10 million lives nationwide

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has received international recognition after its flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Customs Cares, won the prestigious Commonwealth Environment...

Anambra, NNRA strengthen partnership to boost radiation safety in healthcare facilities statewide

The Anambra State Government has renewed its commitment to working with the Nigerian Nuclear Regulatory Authority (NNRA) to enhance radiation safety standards and ensure...

Coca-Cola Foundation, Technoserve continues plastic recycling program with PRep 2.0

International non-profit, TechnoServe, with funding partnership from Coca-Cola Foundation has launched a plastic recycling program in Nigeria, tagged, PReP 2.0. This next phase is...

Alpha, Roadrunner introduce eco-friendly electric tricycles

In a major boost to support Nigeria's transition to sustainable transportation, Alpha and Roadrunner (SBC 24) have jointly launched a new range...

Organizers of 2025 Creative & Branding Icons Award unveil keynote speaker

MARKETING SPACE, Nigeria’s leading and most consistent brands and marketing magazine and the organisers of the Brand Handlers Summit & Awards has announced brand...