From Rebrand to Radiance: The Timeless Elegance of Moelle Essentials

How Doyinsola Ogbeifun is redefining occasion wear with a focus on fit, femininity, and confidence

 

 

 

 

When you meet Doyinsola Ogbeifun, founder of Moelle Essentials, there’s an instant calm that draws you in, the kind that comes from someone who understands grace, structure, and the quiet power of confidence.

Her journey into fashion wasn’t a loud or impulsive one. It was built over time, shaped by observation, curiosity, and an ever-present desire to create clothes that make women feel as good as they look.

A Pause, A Rebirth

Moelle Essentials first came to life in 2018, born from Doyinsola’s vision to design elegant, well-fitted pieces for women of all shapes and sizes. But as with most creative journeys, there was a moment of pause — a three-year break that became a period of reflection and rediscovery.

In 2022, Moelle Essentials returned rebranded, refocused, and ready to redefine occasion wear.

The brand found its rhythm again, this time with a clearer purpose: to celebrate diverse body types through elegant, accessible designs that don’t compromise on quality or comfort.

 

 

Fashion That Fits Every Woman

Walk into Moelle Essentials’ world, and you’ll find pieces that speak of balance, classic yet modern, bold yet feminine. From flowing dresses that move like poetry to structured fits that celebrate the body’s natural silhouette, every design is made to make women stand tall.

Whether you’re petite, curvy, or tall, Moelle offers both ready-to-wear (RTW) and made-to-measure pieces. The goal? To eliminate the struggle of finding occasionwear that truly fits.

As Doyinsola puts it,

“Elegance should never be a privilege. It should be accessible — and it should fit.”

The Moelle Woman

 

 

 

The Moelle woman knows her worth. She loves sophistication without shouting it. She values quality but also seeks versatility. And above all, she wears her confidence like her favourite dress effortlessly.

Every piece by Moelle Essentials is designed with that woman in mind. From the first sketch to the final stitch, Doyinsola ensures that comfort, style, and precision go hand-in-hand.

Redefining Occasionwear

Moelle Essentials has carved a niche in occasionwear, reimagining what it means to dress up. It’s not just about sequins or silhouettes; it’s about emotion. The feeling of slipping into a dress that fits perfectly. The quiet excitement of looking in the mirror and saying, Yes, this is me.

With elegant fabrics, timeless cuts, and detail-oriented craftsmanship, Moelle’s creations are meant to stay in your wardrobe, and your memory for years to come.

 

 

 

 

The Future of Moelle

As Moelle Essentials continues to grow, one thing remains clear: the brand isn’t chasing trends — it’s setting a standard.

It’s about creating clothes that tell stories of women who rise, reinvent, and walk into every room like it was designed for them.

And in that story, Moelle Essentials isn’t just making dresses. It’s making statements — one confident woman at a time.

 

 

Connect with Moelle Essentials
Instagram: @moelleessentials
Website: www.moelleessentials.com

3rd Edition of The African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards)

3rd Edition of The African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards)

Bellafricana is set to hold the 3rd Edition of the annual African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards) which will take place on Friday, the 29th of October, 2021 at the BWC HOTELS, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria.

Bellafricana is a tech-enabled community that provides a platform for creative entrepreneurs in the fashion, arts & craft, health & beauty, home & living, food produce & snacks industry, to gain visibility, increase sales, have the right business support and structure that gives them the capacity to grow their business. 

One of the many ways Bellafricana provides visibility is by giving recognition to these creative entrepreneurs, hence why it’s so exciting to announce the 3rd Edition.

The Annual African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards) aims to laud the creative works of Nigerians (Africans) and is certainly one of the strongest tools in awakening creative, innovative and entrepreneurship drive in young people in Nigeria and indeed Africa.

The past 2 editions have garnered more than 6000 participants from different states in Nigeria and other parts of Africa; Captains of Industry, Upwardly Mobile Youth, Marketers, Trade Delegations & Missions, Procurement Officers, Brand and Business Managers, Art Lovers, Investors, Governmental Representatives as well as policymakers meet at this one-day event that is aimed at celebrating creativity and innovation. 

The aim of the ACE Awards remains the same:
  1. To acknowledge and celebrate creative and innovative works made by Nigerians (Africans).
  2. Honouring the creative and tenacious spirit of the African producer.
  3. Encouraging and inspiring new talents within the various Pan African industries through its annual program.

3rd Edition of The African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards)

3rd Edition of the annual African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards) would bring together the best creative minds in the fields of fashion, Arts & Craft, Health & Beauty, Home & Living, and Food Produce & Snacks Industry including 15 Creative Entrepreneurs that would benefit highly from this event. Preserving the African culture and promoting these Creatives, this year’s theme is “Creativity and Innovation in Nation Building”.  

Bukky Asehinde, Managing Director at Bellafricana says “Everyone likes a pat on the back when they have done something good. Our mission for the ACE Awards is to give these Creative Businesses a platform to receive the recognition they have long deserved. In showing our support and following what we do at Bellafricana, we would be granting some creative entrepreneurs business support worth $2,500.

The event has been endorsed by the Lagos State Government, Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce (NBCC), Nigerian-American Chamber of Commerce (NACC), Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) and Nigeria-Britain Association.

ACE Awards 2021 has also received backing from the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Digital Marketing Skill Institute (DMSI), Access Bank & W Community, Business Day, Inside Watch Africa, Exquisite Magazine, Jordan FM, Cybertron, Pulse Ng, Pride magazine Nigeria and many more.

Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, this year’s event is going to be a bit different. While it would still be a 3 part event, there will be online Flash sales, a physical Exhibition for a limited number of brands, which would run simultaneously with the Creatives’ Connect Networking Event and the ACE Awards Dinner which will be held at the peak of the event.

Event Details [ACE Awards Dinner]:

Theme: “Creativity and Innovation in Nation Building”

Dinner Theme: A touch of Africa

Date: Friday, October 29, 2021

Venue: BWC HOTELS, 1228B Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria (Opposite Eko Atlantic).

Time for Awards Dinner: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

For partnership and sponsorship details, please contact the organizers;

Call: (+234) 808 636 3970

Email: [email protected]; [email protected] 

Register: https://aceawardsafrica.com/ 

Creatives Connect.

CREATIVES CONNECT - 3rd Edition of The African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards)

The Creative Connect is an event created purposefully for creative entrepreneurs to meet, connect, bond and network amongst themselves. It provides access to a networking session with SME owners, creative entrepreneurs, Industry leaders and creatives from all walks of life discussing how they settled in to work during the pandemic and moving forward; essential business advice, collaborations and so much more. Bellafricana is always finding ways to help both upcoming and established creatives to harness the resources available to build their businesses stronger. And this event is just one of them.

In that same vein, Bellafricana would be giving business support worth $2,500 to several lucky creative entrepreneurs.

Event Details:

The Creatives Connect Theme: “Connect, Converse and Collaborate”

Date: Friday, October 29, 2021

Venue: BWC HOTELS, 1228B Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria (Opposite Eko Atlantic).

Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Register: https://aceawardsafrica.com/creative-connect/#registration

Register now, as limited slots are available.
Exhibition & Flash sales

INTERESTED IN EXHIBITING? 3rd Edition of The African Creative Exhibition and Awards (ACE Awards)

Why attend? This is a great way to connect, network and shop!

It is the tradition to host an exhibition where attendees get the opportunity to buy quality Nigerian creative products on a large scale. Due to the Covid-19 restrictions, only a limited number of brands would be hosted at this one of a kind offline and online shopping experience.

Bellafricana will be hosting you physically at the venue and virtually at flash sales which will showcase quality fast-selling creative products and you can buy them at the click of a button.

The watchword at Bellafricana is Quality, to this effect; Be rest assured of the availability of top-quality creative African-owned businesses at the flash sales.

The 4 focus categories for the exhibition are:
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Fashion
  • Health & Beauty
  • Home & Living
Here are some of the benefits of Flash sales:
  1.     Access to New Market
  2.     Sales and New Contacts
  3.     Opportunity to Participate at future events/exhibitions
  4.     Gain Valuable Knowledge

This is one event you don’t want to miss.

Event Details [Exhibition]:

Venue: Offline at the Event Venue – BWC HOTELS, 1228B Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, Lagos Nigeria (Opposite Eko Atlantic). And Online on Bellafricana Marketplace Website – www.bellafricanashop.com

Date: Friday, the 29th October 2021

Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm

Register to attend: Exhibitions & Creatives connect 2021

Signed Management

Meet the Founder of Handmadepreneur-(Exclusive Interview)

MEET THE FOUNDER - HANDMADEPRENEUR
Meet the Founder of Handmadepreneur-(Exclusive Interview).

Adewumi-Inenemo Aminah is the CEO of Handmadepreneur. An indigene of Ikare Akoko North East Ondo state, and a graduate of industrial chemistry. A mother of 5, whose passion to creatively design handmade bags emerged after passing through pains of getting good bags of her taste for her kids and then decided to take the bull by the horn. She is a multitasking individual, always willing to improve her skills, determined to have her impact felt in her immediate environment and the world at large.

MEET THE FOUNDER - HANDMADEPRENEUR
Adewumi-Inenemo Aminah is the CEO of Handmadepreneur.
I am very excited to be introducing this amazing Founder and her brand to you. Keep reading to Meet the Founder of Handmadepreneur-(Exclusive Interview)
  • Please introduce yourself and your background

I am Adewumi-Inenemo Aminah. A graduate of industrial chemistry from the great University of Benin. I hail from Ikate  Akoko North East Ondo state.

 

  • Tell us about your work. How did your company start?

I started Handmadepreneur in 2019 after my epistle of searching for a bag of my choice in 2018 as an expectant mum of a set of twins. Since I couldn’t get any, it occurred to me that many Nigerians face this problem of not being able to tweak their bag of choice since their quest for a durable, quality and well finished bag is top priority.

 

  • How did you come about the name and what does it mean?

Handmadepreneur came from the fact that I wanted the name handmade emblazoned in my products and as my name as it would also depict to people that the bags are handmade. I then added –preneur from the word entrepreneur.

 

  • What is your niche and how did you know it was a market to get into?

My niche are families with kids under age of 19 as I saw most mothers face the problem of getting the right bag for their toddlers, young ones in elementary or themselves, in terms of packing both their personal items and that of their children all in one piece; this is  typical to the African woman. Also I realised from my survey that most mothers wish their kids bags are like ‘this or that’ due to their own peculiarity and because they are yet to find that Nigerian bag maker who gives them their bag the way they want it, they opt for imported ones to solve one of their quest.

 

  • Where do you get the inspiration for your products?

I get them from narrations of pains parents discuss with finding their bags and my imagination of possibilities of what a bag could have.

 

  • Can you remember one of the first products you made? What makes it memorable?

Our multi-pocket diaper bag. It was sold out before I blinked my eyes. Mothers loved it for its features such as, lots of pockets, it’s ability to keep their baby’s items all in one place and organized.

 

  • What are some of the challenges you face in your business?

Structure! Getting the right personnel and marketing right.

 

  • Do you have any regrets venturing into this line of business?

None. Not even a tiny bit.

 

  • What is your most popular product?

School backpack and lunch bag.

 

  • To what extent do you draw upon your Nigerian (African) heritage for your work?

For now we are not much of African but soon we intend bringing in the African touch. Making our own arts of African heritage on our bags.

 

  • What are some of your short term and long term goals, both in your business and life in general?

To be a brand that would be a game changer to many women, by providing them with trainings, and an opportunity to provide employment for themselves.

To improve my business skills by taking a business management course in 2022.

Get certified internationally as a bag designer.

 

  • What would people be surprised to learn about you?

That I am a star chemistry teacher. 😂 I mean students loved my class and wondered why I left.

 

  • What profession would you be in if you weren’t in this Industry?

Teaching. I would be a teacher but then again, we are all teaching, in one form or the other.

 

  • If you could give one piece of advice to anyone who wants to start their own business in your industry, what would it be?

Never think small. Always aim at the best and you will see how you will work to achieve it

 

  • And finally, please share images of some of your work and tell us a little about each product
Rucksack by Handemadepreneur {MEET THE FOUNDER - HANDMADEPRENEUR}
Rucksack by Handemadepreneur
For adults and secondary school students. Strong, spacious and can be made to suit client specification.
Lattern Bag by Handemadepreneur
Lattern Bag by Handemadepreneur
Lattern bag. ‘Shakara bag’ as most client calls it. Unique and portable for few items only.

 

Ankara laptop bag by Handemadepreneur
Ankara laptop bag by Handemadepreneur
This Ankara Laptop Bag is water proof, well padded and well spacious with two way carriage. Nice and long lasting zippers. Available in 3 sizes depending on your laptop size.

 

Maxi lunch bag by Handemadepreneur
Maxi lunch bag by Handemadepreneur
Maxi lunch bag. Available in varying sizes keeps food hot up to 6 hours. Inner leather linen with a foreign insulator. Can be made also with Adire or Ankara

 

Handmadepreneur
Handmadepreneur

Handmadepreneur is a handmade bag shop that offers high quality branded bags which suits a wide selection of every taste suitable for various occasion. Their beautifully designed backpack, lunch bags, ladies handbags, men bags, souvenir bags, pouches  would leave you with no choice than acquiring them.

 

And that is it from here, for more details about the brand, check out their social media pages here: https://www.instagram.com/handmadepreneurng

https://www.facebook.com/handmadepreneurng

 

Bukky Asehinde, helping Entrepreneurs through her platform: Bellafricana

Bukky-Asehinde

Bukky Asehinde, helping Entrepreneurs through her platform: Bellafricana.

Whether they choose to admit it or not, the goal of every business or product owner is to be noticed and patronised by people outside the shores of their country.

One problem business owners have faced for years is making their products noticed by other consumers apart from those within their vicinity.

Getting products noticed by global consumers is always difficult for Africa’s creative women entrepreneurs, but this challenge represented an opportunity for Bukky Asehinde, Founder of Bellafricana. Her platform is giving visibility to Nigeria’s creative business owners and their quality products.

Bellafricana, is a platform that empowers, supports and connects quality, talented and creative indigenous businesses to their local and global consumers.

Starting with Nigeria, their goal is to take it one African Country at a time.

Bellafricana Flier

Bukky created a platform to enable creative MSMEs to thrive, whilst doing all it takes to bring the quality products to the forefront of the market. She believes very much that a support group/community for these businesses will enhance the non-oil export in the African economy.

Bukky was inspired to start this up when she noticed a rise in the number of creative indigenous (made in Nigeria, Africa) brands that have great quality, yet are struggling to grow their business with little or no financing from both the government and bigger institutions.

She wondered for a long time, “Why should we wait on financial backing from the government and big institutions to help this industry, when we can create a platform to connect these Indigenous businesses who are maximising raw materials in Nigeria (Africa), providing employment for local talents within the country and creating wealth for the Nation?”. And so she conducted a research, which made her realize that one of the major challenges these businesses were facing majorly has to do with marketing and understanding the trade, which is the heart of any business.

This birthed Bellafricana, a community that showcases the products of local entrepreneurs to a wider audience, both locally and globally.

Bukky finds satisfaction as an entrepreneur because she is able to contribute to the growth of the economy, making an impact that will outlive her, and touching lives.

Bukky Asehinde, helping Entrepreneurs through her platform: Bellafricana

Bukky Asehinde, helping Entrepreneurs through her platform: Bellafricana.

Her counsel to women who are trying to start a business is simple:

SURROUND YOURSELF WITH WISE & POSITIVE PEOPLE:

This is so vital especially when you know your personality type. I am an extrovert and a positive person, so having negative people around me was a no no. This I know has certainly helped my journey. Another key one is surrounding yourself with wise people, as the bible says also “He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed”.

GET MENTORS:

It’s important to have mentors who key into the vision of what you do and are thought leaders in their various sectors not necessarily celebrities. How? (you might ask) by keeping a relationship with them and striking a mutually beneficial balance of what they do, they will give you more than their time when you show you care.”

Bellafricana is that “support system” every creative business owner needs to be globally accessible.

Follow Bukky Asehinde on Instagram: Bukky Aka Creatives MotherHen (@bukkyasehinde) • Instagram photos and videos

Article culled from: Bukky Asehinde Is Helping Creative Businesses Thrive With Her Bellafricana Platform – Women of Rubies

Meet The Founder Of EONL (Exclusive Interview)

MEET THE FOUNDER - EONL

Eyiyemi-Olivia Rogbinyin, a verified member of Bellafricana, wears many hats, one of which is her passion for tailoring. She is a graduate of Architecture from the University of Jos with more than 25 years post experience in the fields of Architecture and Interior Design, Broadcasting as a Television and Radio presenter, Make-Overs and Dressmaking which she has a Passion for.

I am very excited to be introducing this amazing Founder and her brand to you. Keep reading to Meet the Founder of EONL (Exclusive Interview).

  • Please introduce yourself and your background

My name is Eyiyemi-Olivia Rogbinyin an architect, broadcaster, actor, tailor. 

  • Tell us about your work. How did your company start? 

I started tailoring professionally in the year 2000 after a short stint in broadcasting. leveraging on the gift of sewing my mum had helped hone almost 20years before. Having the idea to show off what else we could do with ankara fabrics apart from Boubous and iro and bubas

  • How did you come about the name and what does it mean? 

I started with Olivia concept (Olivia is my middle name) and registered EyiyemiOlivia Nigeria Limited in 2012 as a limited liability company.

  • What is your niche and how did you know it was a market to get into? 

Detailing, detailing, detailing. Finishing has to be one of the most underrated skills used by tailors. We say you can wear our clothes inside out. We also love to show our versatility with local fabrics.

  • Where do you get the inspiration for your products? 

Everywhere and Anywhere. Mostly though from The Holy Spirit 

  • Can you remember one of the first products you made? What makes it memorable?

We used aso oke to make a cropped top and long fitted skirt for twin sisters for a wedding. Nothing like that had been done in a long time. It literally shot us into the limelight. 

  • What are some of the challenges you face in your business? 

Maintaining clientele and being consistent with marketing. 

  • Do you have any regrets venturing into this line of business?

Not a single one.

  • What is your most popular product? 

Right now our Auta jogger pants. We’ve had a really good run with our Omorinsola jacket as well.

  • To what extent do you draw upon your Nigerian (African) heritage for your work?

That was the whole point of setting up the business and we are very passionate about using locally sourced indigenous fabrics for our garments.

  • What are some of your short term and long term goals, both in your business and life in general? 

That has changed over the years, now it is to impact those who are struggling in the industry and shorten the number of potential hot spots they will encounter. As for myself, I am working on my journey with getting to know My Father better and doing His will. 

  • What would people be surprised to learn about you? 

😂😂 I’m not sure there’s anything. I’m an open book.

  • What profession would you be in if you weren’t in this Industry? 

Already done a few. 

  • If you could give one piece of advice to anyone who wants to start their own business in your industry, what would it be? 

Understudy someone in the industry who’s willing to show you the ropes.

  • And finally, please share images of some of your work and tell us a little about each product

 

Auta Jogger Pants, POW Doodle t-shirt blinged or eco friendly hand painted

Auta Jogger Pants, POW Doodle tshirt blinged or eco friendly hand painted

Draping services for your photoshoots.
Don’t want the hassle of choosing fabric, designer, fittings etc. Be draped in the lushest fabrics and be guaranteed of unique styling, one you won’t find anywhere else.

Draping services for your photoshoots Draping services for your photoshoots

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Amarachi set chiffon top and micro pleated 34 length wide leg pants

Amarachi set chiffon top and micro pleated 34 length wide leg pants
Eyiyemi-Olivia Rogbinyin

And that is it from here, for more details about the brand, check out their Instagram page here: Eyiyemi Olivia Rogbinyin (@eyiyemiolivia) • Instagram photos and videos

EONL LOGO
EyiyemiOlivia Nigeria Limited

Meet The Founder Of EONL (Exclusive Interview).

 

Announcing Day X-A day of answers

DAY X

Announcing Day X-A day of answers. Softcom started 14years ago as a dream…

A dream to make instant access possible to the things that propel the growth of humans. This dream was earlier than the enabling infrastructure, human and financial capital required to bring it to life but we are now in a more advanced world. The internet is no more a place in an office or a cyber cafe accessible to only 9.9 million people(2007), it is now in the hands of over 100 million people(2021), the mobile phone is no more an exclusive tool, it is now ubiquitous and in the hands of over 100 million people in Nigeria.

On Day X – July 29, we will release intuitive solutions that address the long age problems faced by humans and entrepreneurs in powering their dreams.  Growth in life and business doesn’t have to be hard. Our world is about to change.

Announcing Day X-A day of answers

Announcing Day X-A day of answers

Date: 29th July, 2021

Time: 11:00am

Location: Online

Register to join us at this virtual event to learn more – www.softcom.xyz

Source: https://ng.linkedin.com/in/yomi-adedeji-b61991b7?trk=public_post_share-update_actor-text

Bellafricana to pitch at the Founders Showcase 2021

TOP ALUMNI OF FI AFRICA PITCH

Bellafricana to pitch at the Founders showcase 2021 by FI. This to be held on the 29th July.

Founders Institute (FI), the world’s largest pre-seed accelerator, is having a global session to highlight some of the newest, most outstanding businesses emerging out of FI Africa (Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and South Africa to be specific), along with the Directors of various cities who helped make this a reality.

FI FOUNDERS SHOWCASE 2021

This is the first time such a joint event is taking place. It aims to demonstrate how founders are addressing real-world problems in Africa. Furthermore, this event would have some of the recent graduates. They are to pitch to global investors, entrepreneurs and start-up ecosystem of leaders worldwide.

FI FOUNDERS REPRESENTATIVES

Here are the three Nigerian Start-ups that are taking part in the FI Africa Founders Showcase 2021.

BELLAFRICANA
Bukky Asehinde
Bukky Asehinde, founder of Bellafricana

I am exceptionally pleased to write that Bellafricana is a graduate of FI and been selected as one of the Founders to pitch in this first of its kind event.

Bellafricana is a tech-enabled community that provides a platform for creative entrepreneurs in the fashion, arts & craft, beauty, home & living, food produce & snacks industry, to gain visibility, increase sales, have the right business support and structure that gives them the capacity to grow their business.

Bellafricana is a tech-enabled community that provides an enabling platform for 10,000 creative entrepreneurs. This is to increase sales, provide visibility and capacity building for creative business owners.

We are on a mission to empower over 100,000 Creative entrepreneurs by year 2030 to start, grow and scale profitable and sustainable global creative businesses. Their vision is to help customers connect and discover creative and quality African-owned businesses; their aim is to become the best e-commerce company for African products.

AKOWE
Ayodeji Agboola of Akowe
Ayodeji Agboola. Founder of Akowe

Founded by Ayodeji Agboola (a tech entrepreneur in 2020), Akowe is a Software as a Service (SaaS) platform that issues digital certificates in bulk. It allows you to digitize and issue academic or professional credentials, all in a few clicks.

In three steps, Akowe enables the issuance of digital certificates:

  1. Certificate upload
  2. Recipients list upload
  3. Certificate sending
JOJOLO
Dr Yusuf Shittu of Jojolo
Dr Yusuf Shittu. Founder of Jojolo

Jojolo positions itself as a Mobile Sick Bay, aimed at reaching children in schools, homes, communities and public events with access to routine health screenings, vaccinations and emergency services. Secondly, they provide Virtual Consultations with Qualified Professionals. Aimed at redefining the way caregivers access healthcare for their children by connecting them with qualified healthcare professionals in real time to support the quality of care in school or at home.

The platform has a community forum for mothers to obtain answers to their questions from doctors, specialists, and essential services like dental treatments and home vaccinations.

Dr Yusuf Shittu, the CEO of the platform is a Global Health Innovator and Advocate and Medical Doctor. He is also the Co-founder and CEO of Neo Childcare.

Who should attend this event? 
  • Anyone interested in funding start-ups
  • People who are  interested in joining a start-up accelerator
  • Those who have an idea for a start-up or a growing company
  • Anybody interested in networking with entrepreneurs and advisors

To join in for an intriguing session and gaining insights on how Founders are building against all odds, kindly register here https://fi.co/e/256157 now.

Date: July 29, 2021

Time: 05:00pm – 07:30pm

Caxton Alile Living- Your One Stop For Lamps and Shades

Are you a Lamp Shade lover? Then let me introduce you to Caxton Alile Living- Your one-stop shop for lamps and shades. 

Now, I am about to show you the wide array of lamp shades, sconces, and fixtures that Caxton Alile has. However, just before you get excited to make a purchase? How do you know what lamp to choose? What lamp would best fit in your living space, bedroom, study space, and so on?

Not to worry, I am here to help you with that. Stick with me to find out what to use, and where.

Here are some questions you might need to ask yourself before getting that lamp:

What if your room is dark?

Well, if your room is not naturally bright, then a floor lamp is just what your space needs. Another great addition would be a table lamp, to direct light to specific areas of the room. Let me show you what they look like.

Caxton red floor lamp

 

What about tall, dark ceilings?

Pendant lights can work wonders. It can bring the needed brightness to a dark ceiling. It also fits into hollowed ceiling.

 

 

Caxton x chidinma 2

Caxton Alile dropping lights

Light for walls too?

If you’re looking to brighten your room, be sure to add a few wall sconces.  They help direct in extra light at face level. They also double as chic, minimalist decor. So, double advantage right? Yes, they look every bit as good off as they are on. Check out some of our favorite Wall Sconces from Caxton Alile Living:

 

 

Caxton Alile Lamp red asooke bellafricana

 

Like what you see? You can order these lamps and more from Caxton Alile Living. They have a huge array of Lampshades and stands that are affordable, made in Nigeria, and with unique African textiles. Check out some more beautiful lamps from them:

 

 

Caxton Lollipop stand Caxton Lollipop Stand

caxton-alile-lamps-BELLAFRICANA member

 

Wondering how to order? Visit their website here

You can also place an order directly here.

Caxton Alile Living is Social too. Why not follow them on :

Instagram: @CaxtonAlileLiving

Facebook:@Caxton Alile

 

 

 

Holiday in Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique

Holiday in Bazaruto Archipelago, Mozambique

The gateway to Mozambique’s Bazaruto Archipelago is Vilanculos and Inhassoro – a chain of coastal town of four large islands: Bazaruto, Benguerra, Santa Isobel and Santa Carolina (formerly known as Paradise Island).

Strung out in the Indian Ocean, the two smaller islands are uninhabited, while the others have a few small villages scattered amongst wild orange and cashew nut trees. These are places to relax, to escape and to explore. The area is now protected as a conservation area and national park, including the coral reefs surrounding the islands, making it the only official marine reserve in the country. The park is one of the largest in the Indian Ocean and a crucial achievement in global marine conservation. A nearly untouched paradise on earth, the archipelago has earned its reputation as the ‘Pearl of the Indian Ocean’.

Islands and beach lodges in the Bazaruto Archipelago

Benguerra Lodge

Benguerra Lodge & pool

Benguerra Lodge..

On the smaller, more populated, Benguerra Island you’ll find the well-established Benguerra Lodge. It’s the oldest lodge in the Bazaruto Archipelago. Benguerra Lodge is built amidst tropical gardens beside a long pale-sand beach and has a North African feel. It’s a peaceful destination for couples, and children’s chalets make it good-value for families. Benguerra offers a wide range of activities, but there is plenty of opportunity to just relax and enjoy the area. (Read more about Benguerra Lodge…)

Marlin Lodge - pool side

marlin-executive-suite-01-smMarlin Lodge - restuarantMarlin Lodge overlooks the tranquil Flamingo bay. The chalets are built on wooden stilts and most have a private boardwalk directly onto the beach. Marlin Lodge is relaxed but luxurious, and very smoothly run. (Read more about Marlin Lodge…)

Azura Mozambique

Villa-Amizadeazura-benguerra-villa-amizadeThe newest lodge – Azura Mozambique – is the most elegant beach lodge in the Bazaruto Archipelago. It’s situated within the marine national park and each villa is set amongst indigenous trees and bushes, only footsteps from the beach. Azura Mozambique is smart and romantic, with particularly good service and food. Azura’s choice of activities is wide, and its spa promises to be top quality. (Read more about Azura Mozambique…)

Indigo Bay Island Resort

Indigo Bay Island Resort..Indigo Bay Island ResortIndigo Bay Island Resort on Bazaruto is quite substantial with smooth paths and small golf carts for moving luggage (and sometimes guests) between the rooms. The resort was totally rebuilt in 2001 and completely re-arranged and up-graded in 2006. Indigo Bay is the largest resort in the Bazaruto Archipelago, and in design terms probably the most like a conventional hotel. Indigo Bay is family-friendly, its amenities and facilities are excellent, and the standard of service is high. (Read more about Indigo Bay Island Resort.

Bazaruto Lodge

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Bazaruto Lodge is situated in a bay on the north side on the Bazaruto Archipelago. It is a friendly and efficiently-run resort which is great value. It’s not swish or stylish, and they don’t fuss over you, but it has a laid-back, Mediterranean charm. The wide beaches and the calm and safe swimming areas make the Bazaruto Lodge family friendly. (Read more about Bazaruto Lodge…)

Dugong Lodge

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Dugong Lodge
On the mainland, a short boat transfer from Vilanculos town, you’ll find Dugong Lodge – a good value lodge for simple relaxation. Dugong Lodge is situated in the Vilanculos Wildlife Reserve and Marine Sanctuary. Activities are possible here but the best reefs are distant – around the Bazaruto Archipelago.
On the islands walking is the only option and between the islands boat are the only option. Sand dunes are found throughout the Archipelago and tidal flats and inland saline lakes support a wide variety of seabird species. Coral reefs are also home to thousands of fish and coral species and marine mammal species. The largest dugong population along the eastern African coast can also be found here.
A few days of sea and sun in the Bazaruto Archipelago is the perfect way to round off the year!
Culled from go2africa

5 things to consider before joining an entrepreneurial Community

You know, we now have a lot of communities out there who say that they have ALL the solutions for entrepreneurs. You do not want to be a part of those people who part with their money and DO NOT get any value in return.

Here are 5 quick things you must consider before joining them:

What’s their track-record? : You need to know how long they have existed, their most important milestones and their most formidable results.

Which industry leaders are they associated with? : A community’s network is one of the most important values you can ever get. You need to constantly ask yourself which industry leaders they are associated with.

What are the people within their community currently saying? : Testimonials are very important. They prove that there is value being dished out. Ensure that the testimonials match up with the aspirations you have for your business.

Do they react quickly to feedback? : Assess how well they listen to feedback. This would tell you how important they take growth and how fast they are willing to evolve.

Would they help in solving your most crucial business challenges: Look at their value propositions, would it solve your crucial problems like: making more sales, reducing your costs, etc.

With these indicators you would be able to know what to expect when you join the community. Here are some of things I think you should know about Bellafricana:

Bellafricana has a track-record of helping creative businesses grow from point zero to a business exporting to customers in different parts of the world. We have done this for over four years.

We have a formidable association with industry leaders like the Nigerian Export Promotion Council, The Lagos State Chamber of Commerce, The Nigerian-British Chamber of Commerce, etc. A lot of members within our community have said that they have benefited immensely from the masterclasses and business resources that we put together for them on a regular basis.

We listen a lot to feedback and most of our community activities are feedback driven. Our community constantly does the following for entrepreneurs within our community: seal partnerships that help reduce your operational costs, provide guidance on how to make more sales, etc.

We can tell you want to join the network of domestic and international creative entrepreneurs that are members of the Bellafricana community. Yay! That is a very smart choice!

Click on this link to see all the membership packages available and how you can get onboard. To make things easy, you can call Seun on this number +234-909-367-0222 (He would help you through the onboarding process as well).

 

5 Home Fragrance Brands You Can Trust

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Are you a lover of home fragrances? I bet you love your home smelling so good.

Looking for Home Fragrances in Nigeria you can trust? Look no further, here are 5 fantastic brands below;

 

  1. Tiwi Home Fragrances

TIWI Home Fragrances are made with 100% natural resources, which make our products environmental friendly. Their candles are made with natural soy wax and Fragrance Oils infused with Essential Oils. All their candles burn slowly, clean burn with no carbon accumulation and long lasting scents. Their fragrances are carefully curated not just to give your spaces a scent ambiance but also to help you create memories that last for a lifetime. TIWI Home Fragrances give your space an aroma uplift that stands out.

 

TIWI Air diffusers

To Reach Tiwi Home Fragrances:
Call: 0704 444 6467
Email: [email protected]
Visit: www.tiwihomefragrance.com/
Instagram: @tiwihomefragrance

 

2. Anesi Lifestyle
Anesi Lifestyle is another affordable luxury brand that produces home decor, gift sets & souvenir products designed to give you a lifetime of comfort! These products are the best quality you can find, and smell so good.
Anesi lifestyle candle
To Reach Anesi Lifestyle:
Call: 0908 599 1852
Email: [email protected]
Visit: https://flutterwave.com/store/anesilifestyle
Instagram: @anesi_lifestyle
3.  Dach Ng

Dach Home and Body  is a luxury brand of scented candles and reed diffusers created to add an invigorating fragrance. These home fragrances add a warm glow to your home and transform your space into a haven.

Their skincare products such as body oils and masks, also help moisturize the body and keep it glowing all season.

Dach candles
To Reach Dach.Ng:
Call: 08145336454
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @dach.ng
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4. Modara Naturals

Modara Naturals makes scented candles that you can light, to create impeccable memories with the special people in our lives.

Get their luxury soy candle to set the mood for a relaxing and calming atmosphere in your home.

 

To Reach Modara Naturals:
Call: +2348100256457
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @Modara Naturals
5, Young Marys
Young Marys has one mission, to help you escape the chaos of modern life by filling your home with one-of-a-kind scent combinations that transport you across the world.
With their unique range of handmade home fragrances, inspired by the sights and sounds of Africa,
They’re here to help you journey through your senses, sharing stories and encouraging conversations from places you may not have expected.
Scented candles by Young Marys
To Reach Young Marys:
Call: +2348100256457
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