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mariacallous · 1 year ago

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This summer, a Vancouver car mechanic named Max got a perplexing ping on his phone: Betty White was in Ukraine and needed his help. This was surprising because she had died on a Canadian highway back in January.

When Max last saw Betty White, his nickname for his Tesla Model Y Performance, they were both in rough shape after getting sideswiped on the highway. Max’s rotator cuff was torn in several places. The small SUV had bounced off multiple concrete barriers at high speed and was bashed in on all four corners, its wheels ripped to pieces. Coolant appeared to be leaking into the battery chamber. From his own work on EVs in the garage, Max knew that Betty was done for. “No auto shop would put a repair person at risk with that kind of damage,” says Max, whose last name isn’t being used out of doxing concerns. A damaged EV battery can become dangerous due to the risk of shocks, fire, and toxic fumes. His insurer agreed, and Betty was written off and sent to a salvage yard.

Months after he had last seen the car, Max’s Tesla app was now telling him that Betty needed a software update. It showed the car with an extra 200 kilometers on the odometer, fully charged, and parked in Uman, a town in Ukraine’s Cherkasy Oblast, midway between Kyiv and the front line with Russia’s invasion force. Minutes after that first ping, the app showed the car in service mode, suggesting Betty was undergoing repairs. “I thought it must be a mistake,” Max says.

There was no mistake. WIRED tracked Betty down to a Ukrainian auto auction website, looking good as new, maybe even better, with newly tinted windows and rearview mirrors wrapped in black. Betty 2.0 was being sold by “Mikhailo,” who wrote that the car had suffered “a small blow” in Canada and been repaired with original Tesla parts. The price, $55,000, was roughly the same as a new Model Y Performance costs in the US.

Betty White’s intercontinental resurrection was impressive but not unusual. For a long time, cars written off in North America have found their way to Eastern European repair shops willing to take on damage that US and Canadian mechanics won’t touch. In 2021, the most recent data available, Ukraine was a top-three destination for used US passenger vehicles sent overseas, close behind Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates. And Ukraine’s wreck importers and repairers are particularly known for their ingenuity. Some have made fixing EVs written off across the Atlantic into a specialty, helping to drive a surge in the number of electric vehicles on the country’s roads, even as the war with Russia rages.

Though few automakers sell new EVs in Ukraine, the share of newly registered vehicles that are fully electric, 9 percent, is about the same as in the US and nearly double that of neighboring Poland and the Czech Republic. Most of Ukraine’s refurbished EVs come from North America, and many arrive with major damage.

There’s a ready supply of crashed North American EVs in part because electrics are becoming more common, and also because in recent years, relatively new EVs with low mileage have been written off at a higher rate than their gas-powered equivalents, according to data from insurers. US and Canadian repair shops and insurers see them as more dangerous and difficult to fix. Scrapyards find it hard to make money from their parts and instead ship them abroad.

Ivan Malakhovsky is not afraid to work on cases like Betty White. His five-year-old repair business in Dnipro, in eastern Ukraine, fixes about 100 Teslas a month, roughly a fifth of them from overseas, and employs a staff that varies between six to 10 people. He’s currently away from home, serving with the Armed Forces of Ukraine, but he manages his workers, and sometimes makes software-mediated repairs, remotely. “We have problems in our lives and can fix them, whether a battery or a full-scale invasion,” says Malakhovsky. “Electric cars, electric car batteries—it’s no problem.”

An electric vehicle battery is made up of thousands of individual cells, which store and release energy. Sometimes, Malakhovsky says, he and his coworkers will break up large EV batteries damaged beyond repair and repurpose the cells to power electric scooters or even drones for the war effort. He says the vast majority of Teslas on Ukrainian roads were once involved in wrecks in North America.

The war has even boosted Ukraine’s EV resurrection business at times, by driving up gas prices and making electrics more attractive to drivers. Ukraine has a public charging network of some 11,000 chargers, according to Volodymyr Ivanov, the head of communications at Nissan Motor Ukraine—that’s more than the state of New York, and double the number in neighboring Poland. Since 2018, Ukraine’s government has removed most taxes and customs duties on used EV imports. In the US, electric vehicles tend to be expensive, and the average EV driver is still a high-income male homeowner. North American wrecks, Ukraine’s EV incentives, and its relatively low electricity prices have created a different picture. “There is a joke here that all poor people are driving electric cars, and all the rich people are driving petrol cars,” says Malakhovsky. “Tesla is a common-people, popular car because it’s very cheap in maintenance.”

That’s a relatively recent development, says Hans Eric Melin, head of Circular Energy Storage, a UK-based consultancy that tracks the international flows of used EVs and batteries. He began watching the Ukraine market in particular a few years ago, after he noticed more ads for Nissan Leafs on auction sites listed in Ukrainian than in English. At the time, the Leaf, a pioneer among EVs, was essentially the only one that had been around long enough to develop a healthy used market. Over time, Ukraine’s electric fleet grew to encompass the full range of EVs sold around the world, including Teslas, as more cars hit the roads and aged or got into crashes.

Melin had suspected Ukraine’s EV boom would end with the war. “I was completely wrong,” he says. By this summer, Ukraine’s EV fleet had doubled since July 2021, to 64,312, according to data compiled by the Automotive Market Research Institute, a Ukrainian research and advocacy group.

Roman Tyschenko, a 25-year-old IT worker who lives in Kyiv, decided last September that he was sick of his Jeep’s $400-a-month gas bill. Friends had purchased used, damaged electric cars on an online auction website called Copart, a US-based public auto reseller with 200 locations around the world. He logged on and spent $24,000 on a gray 2021 Tesla Model Y that had taken a solid blow to its passenger side in Dallas, Texas. Its bumper was almost fully detached; its hood was tented; some of its airbags had deployed.

That Texan Model Y was likely declared totaled by an insurer. From there, it probably moved to a salvage auction in the US, where licensed exporters, salvage shops, and repairers tried to figure out how much value they could squeeze out of the wreck. The winner, or perhaps the insurer itself, listed the car on Copart, which made it available to anyone around the world who wanted a smashed-up Tesla and was willing to pay for shipping.

If Tyschenko hadn’t brought the Texan Tesla to Ukraine himself, it had a good chance of being shipped there anyway by someone who professionally flips cars to countries like Ukraine. These exporters look for wrecks potentially worth more than their scrap value, but little enough that an expensive US repair and resale wouldn’t make sense. Some ship vehicles directly to Ukrainian repairers and pay for the fix, while others import damaged cars and relist them for sale to Ukrainian buyers who can figure it out for themselves.

It takes a damaged North American car between one and five months to reach a nearby port. Before the war, wrecked cars headed to Ukraine’s Port of Odessa on the Black Sea. Since Russia invaded in 2022, they come through Klaipėda in Lithuania on the Baltic Sea, or Koper in Slovenia on the Adriatic, and are brought to Ukraine by truck. A shop like Malakhovsky’s can fix a Tesla in somewhere between one week and one year, depending on the damage.

Tyschenko arranged for his Model Y to be shipped to a local repair shop in Kyiv, where it arrived in February 2023, five months after he hit the Buy button online. The technician sent him videos of the EV’s ongoing revamp every few weeks, and Tyschenko stopped by to visit a handful of times. By May, he had paid the technician some $25,000 for his work and was driving the Model Y around Kyiv.

Two months later, the battery died and Tyschenko spent another $4,000 to replace it—a demonstration of the risks of electric vehicle rescues. Still, he’s happy with how things worked out, and now pays just $10 to $100 a month to refuel his car, depending on whether he charges at home or at public stations.

Finding parts to repair Teslas and other EVs can be a challenge. On Facebook and Telegram, groups like “Renault Zoe Club Ukraine” host thousands of EV owners who barter with each other for spare parts. Oleksandr Perepelitsa, a 25-year-old electric vehicle repairer in Kyiv, says that when he first began his work three years ago, he and his business partners would buy two wrecked Teslas from overseas to create a single working vehicle to sell to local Ukranians. “Even that was profitable for us,” he says. Now, business connections can send Tesla parts from the US or Europe, or repairers buy cheaper Chinese reproductions.

The success of Ukraine’s EV resurrection industry is the flip side of the failure of insurers and manufacturers in North America to figure out what to do when a shiny new EV becomes roadkill.

US insurers are more willing to write off vehicles of all kinds that in the past may have been fixed. New vehicle repairs have gotten more expensive, in part due to vehicles getting more complex and computerized, as well as a shortage of vehicle technicians. In the past decade, the damaged cars up for auction “are better and less damaged,” Copart CEO Jeff Liaw told investors on an earnings call this year.

Industry-wide data is hard to come by, but numerous sources suggest that EVs are more likely to be written off than gas-powered cars, and can be declared unfixable after even minor crashes. A Reuters analysis this year found that a “large portion” of damaged EVs sold for scrap were low-mileage, nearly-new vehicles. While one in 10 new cars sold in the US and Canada this year are forecasted to be electric, the infrastructure and expertise needed to assess and fix damaged EVs can be patchy. “In an ideal world, electric vehicles are as easy to repair as internal combustion engine vehicles,” says Mark Fry, research manager at Thatcham Research, which crunches auto market data for insurers and other clients. It recently found British EVs get written off at disproportionately high rates.

The main reason EV repairs are so tricky comes down to a lack of agreement on how to handle EV batteries after a crash. Worldwide, there is no industry standard for measuring battery health. Vehicle manufacturers sometimes refuse to sanction battery repairs because of liability concerns. “If you repair the battery, what's it going to be like after another two, three years and another 50,000 miles?” Fry says. It’s easier to let nearly new vehicles be declared dead than to find out.

The North American scrap industry is also somewhat leery of EVs, says Megan Slattery, a researcher at UC Davis who studies what happens to damaged EV batteries. Scrap businesses generally make money by taking cars apart to extract the most valuable widgets to resell. But dismantling a battery takes dedicated workers, equipment, and—most important of all—space, due to the fire risks of storing lithium-ion cells. Many mom-and-pop dismantlers don’t have any of that.

Plus, EVs tend to have simpler drivetrains, with more plastic and large, prefabricated body components that can’t be easily pulled apart. In some electric vehicles, the battery is built directly into the car’s structure, making it especially difficult to dismantle or repair. All of that means that exporters looking to sell to eager buyers abroad have less competition when bidding on totaled cars.

In the US, there’s increasing pressure to keep broken EVs from heading overseas. Regulators are concerned about safety, hoping to better track broken batteries through shipping channels as fears rise of fires sparked by used EVs, including on cargo ships. Another is to avoid dumping e-waste on countries without the means to recycle or repurpose, and instead keep the valuable minerals inside batteries local. Battery recycling startups have received vast amounts of private and public investment—both in Western Europe and the US, with funds from the Inflation Reduction Act—with a promise to help shore up raw material supply chains. But so far, they have received only a trickle of used batteries.

Policies that wind up choking off the export of EV wrecks would in some ways be a shame, Slattery says. More stringent European Union export rules for used cars and EV batteries in particular are one reason why the supply of Teslas to Eastern Europe is so dependent on North American wrecks. Without them, the electric revolution would be much less advanced in places like Ukraine, where US and Canadian write-offs have helped support the emergence of charger networks, trained repair specialists, and a wide familiarity and acceptance that electric propulsion is not just green but also practical.

In North America, there's a widespread belief that “people don't want electric vehicles and that it's just laws and regulations that push us to buy them,” says Melin, the used EV analyst. “There are other markets that want to have electrics.” It’s a testament to a system that is working, Melin adds, that used EVs end up in places like Ukraine, where new models are difficult to come by.

For Max in Vancouver, Betty White’s reappearance overseas did cause some headaches. The car was still logged into his Google, Netflix, and Spotify accounts, potentially allowing the new owners to access his personal data. When he asked Tesla support, he was advised to change his passwords, Max says. (Tesla did not respond to WIRED’s questions.)

But looking back on the crash, and now driving a new Model Y—named Black Betty—Max says his old car’s resurrection is the best possible outcome. “I’m happy to see that Betty White has lived to see another day,” he says.

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sageglobalresponse · 6 months ago

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Nigerian woman makes history, emerges first African Lord Mayor of Leeds

A Nigerian woman, Abigail Katung, has been announced as the 130th Lord Mayor of Leeds City in England, becoming the first person of African descent to hold the position.

The announcement was made following the Leeds City Council’s annual general meeting on Thursday night, as confirmed by a statement on the website of the council.

The statement read, “Taking over the role from Al Garthwaite, Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung becomes the city’s 130th Lord Mayor and the first person of African descent to hold the position.

“Councillor Marshall Katung will be supported throughout her tenure as Lord Mayor by her husband, Nigerian Senator and Lord Mayor Consort, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung.”

The statement further revealed that Katung was born in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria, and arrived in the UK to study at the University of Leeds as a postgraduate student in the Politics and International Studies Department in 2000.

It added, “Following the passing of her father in 1999, whom she credits as a ‘profound influence’ on her life, and with instilling in her an ethos of ‘education for service’, Councillor Marshall Katung resolved to honour his legacy and study in the UK.

“Transitioning from student to professional life, Councillor Marshall Katung established her own business while also embracing the joys and responsibilities of motherhood to twin sons, who are now pursuing their own university studies.”

Katung was also reported to have held various roles within the Leeds City Council, including “chairing the scrutiny board for adult health and active lifestyles and the scrutiny board for infrastructure, investment, and inclusive growth.

“She was the lead member for faith and belief, chaired the hate crime strategic board and further education for 14–19 years, and is a food champion.

“Breaking barriers, Councillor Marshall Katung became the first African to become a ward member of Leeds City Council when, in 2019, she was elected to represent the Little London and Woodhouse ward in the city centre. This is one of Leeds’s most culturally diverse wards, where over 82 languages are spoken. She was subsequently re-elected at the 2023 elections.”

As part of the tradition, Katung, who is said to be an avid athlete and coach and serves as a governor at Leeds City College, has chosen a charity to champion throughout her term.

“Councillor Marshall Katung has chosen the Leeds Community Foundation. She chose this charity due to its wide-ranging support of small, local charities tackling critical societal inequalities such as food poverty, health inequalities, mental health, and digital inclusion, which are all causes close to her heart,” the statement read.

Expressing her gratitude upon her appointment, Katung emphasised her deep connection to Leeds and her determination to ensure that all voices are heard and celebrated throughout her tenure as Lord Mayor.

She was quoted as saying, “It is with great appreciation and humility that I embrace the privilege of becoming this great city’s 130th Lord Mayor. Since arriving in Leeds in 2000, the city quickly became my cherished second home. It was not just the city where I lived, studied, and worked, it’s where I chose to raise my children and become a public servant.

“My appointment as Lord Mayor has been widely celebrated in the city’s African community and is a shining example of the enormous contribution international students make to UK society. As Lord Mayor of Leeds, I am committed to working tirelessly to ensure voices are heard from all areas of the city and every triumph is recognised and celebrated.”

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has also congratulated the new Mayor of Leeds on her appointment, stating that her elevation is “a testament that Nigeria is not short of talents and excels wherever they may find themselves.”

In a post on X.com on Friday, Atiku wrote, “I congratulate Abigail Marshall Katung, the 130th Lord Mayor of Leeds City, the first person of African descent to hold this enviable position, and her husband, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung, Senator representing Kaduna South Senatorial District. May her tenure be impactful.”

#African Lord Mayor of Leeds #nigeria #womenempowerment #youtube

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corporate-gifts-dubai · 1 year ago

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Top advertising corporate gifts article in Dubai, UAE

There are several popular corporate gift items in Dubai, UAE, but one of the top advertising corporate gifts articles is the promotional pen. In Dubai's business culture, the exchange of gifts is common and considered a way to build and maintain business relationships. Promotional pens are a popular choice because they are practical, affordable, and can be customized with a company's logo or message.

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adalidda · 2 years ago

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ejesgistnews · 29 days ago

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Delta State’s M.O.R.E Business Upscale Programme, known as M.O.R.E BIZ-UP, is a powerful initiative launched by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori to empower Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). This programme offers invaluable support to small business owners, particularly in today’s challenging economic climate. Through upscale business training, civic education, and financial grants, M.O.R.E BIZ-UP seeks to drive substantial growth, encourage sustainability, and enhance the impact of local enterprises across Delta State. Why M.O.R.E BIZ-UP? Inspired by His Excellency Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori’s commitment to SME development, the M.O.R.E BIZ-UP programme is set to provide Deltan businesses with the tools and resources to thrive. With a focus on the M.O.R.E Business School (MBS), the programme includes courses in business management, financial literacy, and civic engagement to equip participants with critical skills. Additionally, M.O.R.E BIZ-UP provides essential financial support through grants, allowing businesses to invest in growth and long-term viability. Registration for M.O.R.E BIZ-UP opens Monday, 28th October 2024, so be prepared to take advantage of this opportunity! Key Benefits of the M.O.R.E BIZ-UP Programme Participants will gain: Business Management Skills: Training on business strategy, resource allocation, and sustainable operations. Financial Literacy: Skills in budgeting, financial planning, and responsible investment. Leadership and Civic Engagement: Insights into responsible leadership, community impact, and the role of civic knowledge in business. Additionally, grant funding is available to help entrepreneurs secure a stable financial foundation for their businesses. How to Apply for M.O.R.E BIZ-UP Programme Follow these steps to ensure your application is complete: Step 1: Visit the M.O.R.E BIZ-UP Website Go to www.deltastatemorebizup.net and click the "Apply Now" button at the top of the page, or use the Get Started button on the main application section. Step 2: Complete the Application Form You’ll be directed to an application form. Please ensure you enter accurate information; false information could lead to disqualification. Important Note: This application is entirely free. Do not make any payment or provide compensation for assistance with this form. Step 3: Enter Your Personal Information Fill in the required fields with your full name, contact details, and date of birth. Make sure all details are correct. Step 4: Provide Business and Referee Information Enter your business details and information for a reliable referee who can vouch for your experience and character. Step 5: Upload Necessary Documents For verification, upload the following: L.G.A of Origin Certificate A Valid Means of Identification (either NIN or Voter’s Card) A Recent Portrait Photograph Applications close on Friday, 1st November 2024, so don’t miss your chance to elevate your business through Delta State’s innovative M.O.R.E BIZ-UP Programme. Stay informed with Ejes Gist News – Your Source for Credible News in Nigeria

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k12academics · 5 months ago

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The School St. Vincent Pallotti High School is the oldest coeducational, Catholic, secondary, college preparatory school in the Archdiocese of Washington. Founded in 1921 by the Pallottine Sisters, the school is located in historical Laurel, Maryland; the school attracts students from surrounding counties and the District of Columbia. Pallotti pursues its mission of promoting academic excellence and building Christian character in a small community atmosphere. This is accomplished by an emphasis on the values of diligence, integrity and discipline. The school offers a curriculum that draws on the best of traditional Catholic education while meeting the contemporary demands of a traditional liberal arts curriculum, a challenging four-year honors program, a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career orientated Arts Academy, and a learning center for college-bound students who need individual support. Faculty/Staff Teachers: 43 Administration and Staff: 27 All teachers and administrators hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and the majority hold Masters or Masters+ degrees. The Student Community St. Vincent Pallotti High School is committed to maintaining the quality and diversity of its student body. Pallotti enrolls students from over 50 different schools in Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Howard, Montgomery, and Prince George’s counties in Maryland, and the District of Columbia. With an enriching international program, Pallotti hosts roughly 40 students from the British Virgin Islands, Cameroon, Nigeria, the People’s Republic of China, Sierra Leone, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, and Vietnam. Extracurricular Activities Pallotti offers over 20 varsity athletic teams that compete in the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) and Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland (IAAM) conferences. A variety of opportunities such as campus ministry, retreats, prayer services and liturgies, vocal music and band programs, artistic opportunities, and extra-curricular clubs are also offered.

#stem #sports #MSDE #honors courses #fine arts academy #Engineering #college prep #co-ed #Catholic High School #AP courses #AIMS

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pulseafrica · 6 months ago

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Media companies in nigeria - Pulse Africa

If you run a business, you already know that both traditional and digital media are crucial components of your marketing strategy. These platforms allow you to disseminate important company, sales, and marketing information, helping you achieve your business goals. This is why partnering with a media company is essential.

A media company creates content with professional editors and writers, periodically publishing it for public consumption. Traditional media companies produce physical newspapers or magazines and distribute them through a network of stores or vendors. In contrast, digital media companies publish content like blog posts, usually on websites, where users can easily access the information.

The media industry also includes other content forms such as video, audio, graphics, and art. This article focuses on digital media companies and how their activities benefit businesses aiming to connect with their audience.

In Nigeria, as elsewhere, media companies play a pivotal role in the establishment and success of businesses, regardless of size. They facilitate the distribution of announcements and advertisements through traditional channels and create and disseminate digital content, video ads, and press releases. Small businesses need media companies to attract new customers. As these businesses grow into larger corporations, they rely on media companies to build and reinforce their brand image, which ultimately drives more customers.

Maintaining a working relationship with the media, typically through media companies, is crucial at every business stage.

Here, we highlight how media company capabilities align with business needs:

Content Creation Businesses can hire media companies to create and publish content that showcases them positively. This might include adding the business to a recommended list article or publishing a press release. The key to maximizing the value of paid content is to work with a media company whose audience matches your target demographic. For example, a fashion-focused business should avoid content creation with a sports-centric media company, as it won't resonate with the right audience.

Social Media Distribution Traditional media companies still play significant roles. However, most media companies in Nigeria are now digital due to technological advancements changing how people consume information. In Africa, smartphone penetration is high, and your target audience is likely to consume content via smartphones and social media. Businesses can enhance their social media distribution, outsource social media management, or get help curating their brand image by partnering with digital media companies. These companies often have a vast digital presence, ensuring that shared information travels faster, reaches more people, and is perceived as credible.

Film, TVC, or Video Production Not all media companies in Nigeria are digital publishers. Some specialize in producing video content for businesses to boost awareness, loyalty, and distribution. As video content garners more engagement and organic shares, businesses seek professional video producers to create content that accurately tells their story. This could be short films, television commercials, or social media-specific brand videos.

Media companies in Nigeria offer various services that help businesses reach and connect with their audience. These services can be categorized into the capabilities discussed above. Some media companies specialize in one area, while others, like Pulse, offer comprehensive services across all capabilities. Pulse operates in six African countries, helping businesses reach new customers through content creation, social media distribution, and video production. Their experienced teams understand audience sentiment and align content to maximize value for money. Companies like Pulse can provide more impactful services due to their multidisciplinary expertise and audience insight, often making them a better choice over time.

#Media #companie

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sabasteelng · 7 months ago

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How does Saba Steel ensure top-notch quality in its steel beam Manufacturer?

In the realm of construction, the foundation of any project lies in the strength and quality of its materials. When it comes to steel beams, the backbone of countless structures worldwide, choosing the right manufacturer is paramount. This is where Saba Steel shines, offering unparalleled expertise and reliability in the realm of steel beam manufacturer.

At Saba Steel, we pride ourselves on being more than just a manufacturer; we're partners in your construction journey. With decades of experience under our belt, we understand the unique needs and challenges of the construction industry. That's why we've dedicated ourselves to providing top-notch steel beam manufacturer that meet and exceed industry standards, ensuring the success and longevity of your projects.

Why should you entrust your steel beam needs to Saba Steel? Let's delve into the reasons:

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Industry Expertise: With years of experience in the steel manufacturing industry, Saba Steel brings unparalleled expertise to the table. Whether you're embarking on a small-scale project or a large-scale development, you can rely on our seasoned professionals to provide expert guidance and support at every stage of your journey.

In conclusion, when it comes to sourcing steel beam manufacturer for your construction projects, look no further than Saba Steel. With our unwavering commitment to quality, customization, technology, reliability, customer satisfaction, and industry expertise, we are your ultimate partner in construction excellence. Visit our website today to learn more about how Saba Steel can elevate your next project to new heights.

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hardynwa · 9 months ago

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IWD 2024: ImpactHER to train 250 female entrepreneurs on market expansion strategies, digital skills

ImpactHER, Africa’s foremost not-profit organisation with a mandate for empowering African female entrepreneurs has disclosed plans to train 250 female entrepreneurs on market expansion strategies and digital skills. Clementina Uzogor, Director, ImpactHER, said this in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. According to Uzogor, the organisation had the mandate to bridge the gender business financing gap so as to help them realize their full economic potential. She added that the training taking place in Lagos was part of the organisations activities to mark the International Women’s Day holding on March 8.She said that the training was in partnership with the African Union and supported by other sponsors such as GIZ and Brave Women, also noting that the free training holding at The Zone, Gbagada would bring together over 250 small and medium scale female entrepreneurs. She said that these entrepreneurs are engaged in various business activities where they would undergo training on market expansion strategies, digital skills, packaging and export, business book keeping, business financing and various other topics which would help them navigate the challenges of running their businesses. According to Clementina Uzogor, Director, ImpactHER, the theme of the training “Inspiring Inclusion: Unlocking Opportunities Using Digital Skills and Market Expansion” is sacrosanct this period as SMEs need to know that business success and expansion is possible once they have a good grasp of the various digital skills available to them. “Excellent use of digital skills will help SMEs create a niche for themselves and reach a global set of customers. This is the essence of this training. ``We have put together wonderful facilitators to explore in details the various digital marketing skills and how they can help with business and market expansion”, she said. She hinted further that this year’s training was of a different make owing to the speakers and facilitators that had been scheduled to impact the women. “The speakers for this year’s celebration have been carefully researched and put together. Olanrewaju Oniyitan, Founder and CEO, W-Holistics Business Solutions; Florence Okafor, Chief Trade Promotion Officer, Nigeria Export Promotion Council. ``Olatunde Shobajo, Youtube Expert at Valor Reviews and Chidinma Ndukwe, Social Media Manager, Robert Taylor Media will be on ground to share their business experience and expertise at the training. ``Our panelists include: Adaku Ijara, MD/CEO, Emerging Africa Group; Oluwatoyin Aralepo, Director of Finance, Mastercard Foundation; Dr. Oluseyi Olanrewaju, Chief Financial Officer, Digital Reality, Ayisat Olanrewaju, Founder, Corporately Lucid and Adesuwa Rhodes Okunbo, Founder, Aruwa Capital,'' she said. While enjoining female entrepreneurs to take advantage of this uniquely structured training to enhance business growth, Efe Ukala, Founder of ImpactHER, informed that participants only need to register at https://iwd.onboardingimpacther.org/ and attend the training for free. “We urge all our female entrepreneurs to register for this event. They stand a chance to win $1,000 business grant, free websites and business registration, business advisory and free digital marketing strategy session too. ``This training is going to be a springboard for a reverberating business success for female entrepreneurs in Lagos and Nigeria” she expressed. ImpactHER is an award-winning not-for-profit organization awarded at the African Union as the Best Women SME (Small and Medium sized Enterprise) Support Organization in Africa. The organization has trained over 130,000 female entrepreneurs across the 54 African countries.q Read the full article

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williamsanderson123-blog · 10 months ago

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Nigerian woman makes history, emerges first African Lord Mayor of Leeds

A Nigerian woman, Abigail Katung, has been announced as the 130th Lord Mayor of Leeds City in England, becoming the first person of African descent to hold the position.

The announcement was made following the Leeds City Council’s annual general meeting on Thursday night, as confirmed by a statement on the website of the council.

The statement read, “Taking over the role from Al Garthwaite, Councillor Abigail Marshall Katung becomes the city’s 130th Lord Mayor and the first person of African descent to hold the position.

“Councillor Marshall Katung will be supported throughout her tenure as Lord Mayor by her husband, Nigerian Senator and Lord Mayor Consort, Senator Sunday Marshall Katung.”

“She was the lead member for faith and belief, chaired the hate crime strategic board and further education for 14–19 years, and is a food champion.

As part of the tradition, Katung, who is said to be an avid athlete and coach and serves as a governor at Leeds City College, has chosen a charity to champion throughout her term.

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By • Olalekan Fagbade Federal Govt to commence disbursement of presidential grants, loans to Nigerians, businesses The federal government is reportedly planning to commence the disbursement of its presidential grants and loans to businesses in the country. In statement he issued at the weekend, the Minister for Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite, said the government will commence two of its poverty alleviation programmes, which he said are the Presidential Conditional Grant and the Presidential Palliative Loan. The statement reads: “In the Presidential Conditional Grant Programme, the Federal Government will disburse a grant sum of N50,000.00 to nano businesses across the 774 local government areas in the country. “The Federal Government through the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment and Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria, SMEDAN, will collaborate with State and Local Governments, Federal Legislators, Federal Ministers, Banks and other Stakeholders. “The eligible nano business beneficiaries should be willing to provide proof of residential/business address in their local government area, and provide relevant personal and bank account information, including Bank Verification Number, BVN, for verification of identity.” It also said that eligible beneficiaries can get more information and apply at the website dedicated to the programme. Also, for the Presidential Palliative Loan Programme, it said: “The Federal Government will likewise disburse N75 billion to Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises, MSMEs, across various sectors and N75 billion specifically to Manufacturers. “The loan shall be administered to the beneficiaries at a single-digit interest rate of 9 percent per annum. “While MSMEs can access loan facilities up to N1 million with a repayment period of three years, manufacturers can access up to N1 billion to access financing for working capital with a repayment period of 1 year for working capital or five years for the purchase of machinery and equipment. “MSMEs and manufacturers can apply for the loans by submitting their application on the portal provided for the programme. “The facility would be accessed through their banks, and applicants would be required to meet the risk assessment criteria of their respective banks. “As part of its commitment to promote economic development, entrepreneurship and financial empowerment, the Federal Government believes these initiatives will encourage entrepreneurship and job creation,” the statement concludes.

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ejesgistnews · 3 months ago

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The Federal Government of Nigeria has rolled out several initiatives to empower citizens and stimulate economic growth across various sectors. Whether you're a student in need of financial assistance, an entrepreneur looking for business loans, or a skilled artisan seeking further training, these initiatives are designed to provide the support you need. Below, we've outlined 11 key initiatives, along with their respective websites where you can apply or register. 11 Key Federal Government Initiatives 1. Student Loan Scheme The Student Loan Scheme provides financial aid to students pursuing higher education in Nigeria. This initiative aims to make education more accessible through favorable loan terms. nelf.gov.ng 2. Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative This initiative promotes the adoption of Compressed Natural Gas as a cleaner and more sustainable alternative to traditional fuels. pci.gov.ng 3. Consumer Credit Corporation The Consumer Credit Corporation offers financial products designed to improve consumer access to credit, making it easier for individuals and businesses to obtain the financing they need. credicorp.ng 4. Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDiCE) Program The iDiCE program supports Nigeria's digital and creative industries by providing funding, training, and resources to foster innovation and entrepreneurship. boi.ng/iDiCE 5. Skill-Up Artisans Programme (SUPA) SUPA focuses on upskilling artisans across Nigeria, offering advanced training and certification to enhance their employability and income potential. SUPA.itf.gov.ng 6. Nigerian Youth Academy (NIYA) NIYA is a youth empowerment initiative that offers programs aimed at developing leadership skills, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement among young Nigerians. NIYA.ng 7. National Youth Talent Export Programme (NATEP) NATEP identifies and nurtures young Nigerian talents, providing them with opportunities to showcase their skills on a global platform. natep.gov.ng 8. Micro and Small Business Loans This initiative offers loans to micro and small businesses, providing them with the necessary capital to grow and scale their operations. boi.ng/micro-business 9. Housing Initiatives The Federal Government's housing initiatives focus on providing affordable housing solutions across Nigeria, with an emphasis on building sustainable communities. fha.gov.ng/ongoing-projects 10. NDDC Internship Scheme This internship scheme offers young Nigerians practical experience across various industries, enhancing their employability. nyis.nddc.gov.ng 11.Nano-Business Support The Nano-Business Support initiative provides financial assistance to small-scale businesses, helping them establish and grow their enterprises. tucnigeria.org.ng FAQs 1. How do I apply for the Student Loan Scheme? You can apply for the Student Loan Scheme by visiting nelf.gov.ng . Be sure to check the eligibility requirements before applying. 2. What is the focus of the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative? The CNG Initiative aims to promote the use of Compressed Natural Gas as a cleaner alternative to traditional fuels. You can register at pci.gov.ng . 3. Who is eligible for the Micro and Small Business Loans? These loans are targeted at micro and small businesses looking to expand. Eligibility criteria and application details can be found at boi.ng/micro-business . 4. What support does the Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDiCE) program offer? The iDiCE program provides funding, training, and resources to support innovation in Nigeria's digital and creative sectors. More details are available at boi.ng/iDiCE . 5. How can I participate in the NDDC Internship Scheme? To participate in the NDDC Internship Scheme, visit nyis.nddc.gov.ng and complete the application process. Conclusion These Federal Government initiatives provide essential support across various sectors, ensuring that Nigerian citizens have the resources and opportunities they need to succeed.

Whether you're seeking education funding, business support, or skill development, these programs offer valuable assistance to help you achieve your goals. Explore the initiatives that apply to you and take advantage of the opportunities they present

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