Announcing Bosh Designs New “Happy Collection”

Introducing the “Happy Collection” from Bosh Designs. The collection as the name implies, is one that is very fitting for this season that we all are in!⁣

It’s for those who have made a conscious decision to stay happy despite everything going on.⁣

You know that saying that “You are what you wear?” Yes you’re happy when you wear the “Happy” Collection.⁣

Now, let’s see some of the beautiful designs in this collection:

1. Happy Cindy

 

Happy CINDY is made from soft denim, she’s actually softer than what it looks like in the picture😃. She is subtle on your skin and ready to make you comfortable.

She would look great, rocked both indoors and outdoors. Which is your preference?

Price:

UK8-14:     ₦8,500
UK16- 22:  ₦9,500

 

2. Happy Bawwy:

 

 

Happy Bawwy Bosh Designs x Bellafricana

Made from breathable Italian linen, Happy Bawwy is sure to make you ooze out good vibes all day! Did I mention that they are super comfortable? Now you know! Bosh Designs did a sterling job on this one. Trust me.

Price:

UK8-UK18:  ₦9,500

3. Happy Nikky

 

Meet Happy Bawwy’s Twin. If you’re looking for a more daring, outgoing look, then Happy Nikky is the one. It’s also made of breathable Italian linen. All shades of comfortable. Don’t you think?

Price:

UK8-UK18:  ₦9,500

4. Happy Kifan and Happy Kiran

 

KIFAN is conservative and your perfect buddy in the kitchen, can absorb one or two splashes and not reveal you’ve been cooking all day!😍👌. Her colorful pocket shows she’s happy to hold your phones, keys and even napkins when you need her to do so!

KIRAN on the other side, doesn’t mind drawing attention to herself😎. That’s the reason she loves to grab her car keys, put on a pair of sneakers and dash off for her grocerery shopping😷. Her cool pockets houses her phone and wallet conveniently freeing her from the burden of carrying a bag or holding too many things. KIRAN is just a HAPPY BIRD

Price:

UK8-UK18:  ₦8,500

5. Happy Abby

 

Happy Abby is the perfect definition of Vibrance. It reminds me of waterfalls, and sunsets too. Can you see it too? This beauty pairs well with hot pants to give you that “Boss Lady” look. You can throw on a pair of jeans and some sandals to look laid back and relaxed. Any how it’s paired, you’ll give off the look of a confident, happy lady.

 

Now there are only limited pieces in the Happy Collection, and if I were you, I would grab mine now! Not later, but now!

Click on this link to make an order immediately

Check out other beautiful pieces by Bosh Designs here

Bosh Designs is social. Click on the links below to connect with them:

Instagram: @BoshDesigns

Facebook: @Bosh Designs

Website: Boshdesignsonline.com

Looking for Quality Wristwatches in Nigeria? Check out Crivel Watches

Crivel Tres Driver Box

Looking for quality Wristwatches in Nigeria? Well, look no farther. I am proud to announce to you a brand that is “the perfect liaison between modern technology and watch making artisanry at the highest level”, Crivel Wristwatches.

You know at Bellafricana, we’re passionate about quality African-owned businesses, and so we’ll bring you only the best, and nothing less.

Just before I gist all about the beauty of these wristwatches by Crivel, how do you identify a good watch?

Let’s start with:

1. The watch crystal

A good quality watch should have crystal made of either Sapphire or Mineral Glass. Acrylic glass is cheaper but scratches easily. So, if you’re thinking quality, then avoid Acrylic glass watches at all costs. Crivel watches are made from the fine, sturdy mineral glass, guaranteed to last.

 

Crivel Tres Driver Box

 

2. The quality of the straps.

Some wristwatches have their straps electroplated, or of poor quality leather which will wear out due to friction. And for a watch you bought so expensively, it would be heart-wrenching to wear a watch that doesn’t take long for its straps to give.

If it is a leather wristwatch, Genuine leather is your best bet. There are some good synthetic leather (e.g. PU Leather) that will withstand the test of time. However, genuine leather is still most preferable. Crivel Wristwatches use high quality genuine leather that is long-lasting.

 

3.  Its Artistry

If you’re looking for quality wristwatches in Nigeria, you should look out for their uniqueness. Wristwatch making is a tedious process, and a watchmaker’s love for his craft is evident in the total outlook of the wristwatch. As for a Crivel wristwatch, you only need to take one look at it to pronounce it a masterpiece.

 

Now, that we know what to look out for when shopping quality wristwatches, let’s explore some of our favorite watches from Crivel.

 

  1. Crivel “Deluxo” Wristwatch

Crivel Deluxo watch

 

Specifications:

  • Mineral Glass
  • Water Resistance : 3 ATM
  • Available in Blue, Black, Brown, Grey Strap
  • Available in Black or White watch faces
  • Available in Gold or Silver watch case
  • Case Size (watch face) : 45mm
  • Band Size (size of strap) : 22mm
  • Regular Watch Glass

PRICE: 75,000.00

To order, click on this link

 

 

2. The Crixel “Tres” Watch

 

Crivel Tres Driver

Specifications:

  • Mineral Glass
  • Water Resistance : 3 ATM
  • Available in Blue, Black, Brown, Grey Strap
  • Available in Black or White watch faces
  • Available in Gold or Silver watch case
  • Case Size (watch face) : 45mm
  • Band Size (size of strap) : 22mm
  • Regular Watch Glass

Price: 46,000.00

To order, click on this link

 

 

3. Crivel “Classic” Watch

Crivel Classic in Red

 

Specifications:

  • Mineral Glass
  • Water Resistance : 2 ATM
  • Available in Blue, Black, Brown, Grey Strap
  • Available in Black or White watch faces
  • Available in Gold or Silver watch case
  • Case Size (watch face) : 40mm
  • Band Size (size of strap) : 2omm
  • Regular Watch Glass

Price: ₦43,000.00

To order, click on this link

Which of these watches do you prefer? Pick your favorite, and make an order NOW!

Crivel is social too. Follow them on:

Instagram: @crivelofficial

Facebook: @crivelofficial

Twitter: @crivelofficial

You can also check out the website here

4 Bag Care sins you need to repent from🤣

bags by Ethnik Africa Utu on Bellafricana marketplace
Detail Africa Briefcase
Detail Africa Briefcase

Hi! Do you know that a lot of us have been doing some things wrong when it comes to caring for our handbags? I was guilty of some of these “Bag care Sins” but now I know better. I will be sharing them with you soon, but while I am doing that, feel free to browse through some beautiful handbags by Bellafricana Members. Are you ready? Let’s get started:

 

oba couture bag
Oba couture bag

View More by Oba  Couture here

Sin #1. Keeping your Bag in the Box:

I know you love staring at your bags in their little boxes, sitting pretty. But leather cracks when there is no air. Imagine sitting in a choked up place without ventilation. That’s exactly how your bag feels. What you can do instead is to put them in drawstring bags to avoid dust settling on them, as well as preserve the fabric.

 

 

 

miraoma Luxury Bellafricana member

View More bags by MiraOma here

Sin #2. Using your blow-dryer to air out a wet bag:

If you notice a water spill, using a blow-dryer, or any other form of heat that isn’t natural, can cause serious damage to your bag. So, why not allow it air out naturally? Remember not to also put it out in direct sunlight. Instead, store them in a cool, dry place.

 

 

Morin O casual bags
Morin O casual bags

View More bags by Morin-O here

Sin #3. Not Stuffing the bag when not in use:

Bags tend to lose their form or shape when empty. This period when most of your bags will not be in much use, you can stuff them with a mass of clean clothes, or throwpillows to help retain the shape.

 

View More bags by Oeclat here

Sin #4. Hanging your bags: 

How many of us are guilty of this? Putting a bag up by the handles can cause the handles to lose shape, or even crack. If your bags have been out-living their handles, this may be a reason why.

Ethnik Utu bag Bellafricana member
Ethnik Utu bag

View More bags from Ethnik here

So, there you have it! I hope you have learnt a thing or two from this, and trust you will repent from your “Bag Care sins” (if guilty)🤣

Meet The Founder Of Ile Ila #Exclusive Interview

Hey there!

It’s been a minute. I just checked the date of my last published article and I myself was wowed! But hey! Let’s leave the past in the past shall we?

I was opportune to have an exclusive interview with the founder of an amazingly awesome furniture design brand called Ilé Ilà. The fist time I came across the brand was during the Bellafricana ACE Awards 2018 in Lagos, Nigeria, and I can remember just standing and staring at these sets of beautiful furniture made with Aso Oke. They were so colorful, looked very comfortable and all I could say to myself was, ”Oh wow, this is art!”

This interview gave me more insight to what this brands stands for, why they do what they do, and some of the challenges they face as a business. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. Ladies and Gentlemen, I introduce to you, Tosin Oshinowo, Founder and Creative Director of Ile Ila.

Please introduce yourself and your background

My name is Tosin Oshinowo. I am an Architect and run a design practice in Lagos, Nigeria called cmDesign Atelier. I am also a product designer and run a lifestyle furniture line called Ile Ila.

Tell us about your work. How did Ile Ila start?

Ile Ila, is a lifestyle furniture line designed and hand-made in Lagos, Nigeria. The brand design period-conscious furniture with a contemporary African content.

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

Ilé-Ilà, means House of Lines in Yoruba,

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

Our business is focused on accent chairs and ottomans. we really focused on the celebration and capsulation of Culture.

Where do you get the inspiration for your products?

We get our inspiration from everything around us. In particular we have a thing for color and textures and there is so much variety with Aso Oke.

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

One of the first chairs I made is still in my home. It’s an assortment of purple and lilac Aso Oke. It is really is one of the reasons who I got into the idea of color combination.

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

Biggest challenge has been scaling up of production due to capital costs of the carpentry machinery. Currently, production is slow due to the machinery available, if we can scale up we can reduce time and reduce production cost and pass this saving on the our customers.

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

Not at all. Because I have stayed in the realm of design and creativity both businesses feed off each other.

What is your most popular product?

It’s interesting but difficult to answer. different demographics like different things. All the chairs have done well but i can almost guess peoples preference if I know their background or gender. In terms of sales the Alaafia did exceptionally well.

Alaafia Rocker

 

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

We are all products of our experiences and exposures and it is this combination that is reflected in my work.

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

We really want to push international sales. right now it’s expensive to export and this pushes up the price. short term we want to add more furniture lines to the brand.

What would people be surprised to learn about you?

I don’t know how to tie gele….. and I hardly wear Aso Oke.

What profession would you be in if you weren’t in the Furniture Design industry?

I probably would have been a visual artist.

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

Make sure you get your business properly registered and engage the services of an accountant from the start and make sure you pay your tax.

And finally, Here are some more images of pieces by Ilé-Ilà

Alaafia

ORUN-3

ORUN-2

Aparo

Connect with Tosin on Instagram @ile.ila or send an email to [email protected] or you can call, 08023789728.

Follow us on Instagram @bell_africana for more amazing creative indigenous brands, and to fine out more about the beauty of Africa.

The Asooke Inspired Brands You Should Know

Aso Oke is a short form of Aso Ilu Oke also known as Aso-Ofi meaning clothes from the up-country. It is the traditional wear of the Yoruba’s (the tribe of the southwest people in Nigeria, Africa).

The Yoruba’s are the second largest tribe in Nigeria after the Northerners. Aso Oke is a popular cloth that is worn on special occasions by the Yoruba’s usually for chieftancy, festivals, engagement, naming ceremony and other important events.

It is said that “the beauty of Aso-Oke comes out more when it is taken as Aso-Ebi (group of people e.g. friends, families e.t.c)”, however Bellafricana verified members through their creativity have changed the narrative and are showing the beauty of Aso-Oke in interior decorations, fashion, shoes, bags and many more. You should click here to read the culled history written.

Lets meet these amazing business owners and brands…

Meet Bayo Ademiluyi, founder Ty Tys Design (click images below)

Bayo Ademiluyi, founder of Ty Tys Designs bellafricana member

Mr Bayo Ademiluyi is a lawyer by profession and Head of Design at Ty-Tys. Design (an asooke inspired brand) A company that produces hand-made distinctive neckwear (i.e. ties, bowties), pocket squares, laptop bags, ladies’ tote bags, wall hangings and scarves using traditional African fabrics, predominantly aso-oke.

Ty tys Design draws inspiration quite extensively from the Nigeria heritage, being that the main raw material is sourced from within the country and the ethos of the business is based on local culture and heritage.

Asooke inspired brand Ty Tys Design asooke laptop bag made in Nigeria Bellafricana verifiedAsooke inspired brand Ty Tys Design asooke bow ties, ties made in Nigeria Bellafricana verified

 

 

 

 

 

Asooke inspired brand Ty Tys Design made in Nigeria Bellafricana verified asooke patchwork

Meet Gbemi Johnson, founder O’Eclat Designs (click images below)

Gbemi-Johnson founder Oeclat bellafricana founder, made in Nigeria quality bags

O’Eclat Designs (pronounced O-eyklah) is a derivative of Oluwagbemisola and Eclat which means Style, confidence, distinction etc. She wanted a name that is not entirely eponymous and would not be too much hassle to register as a business name.

O’Eclat Designs is a Nigerian ethical leather handbag and accessories design label, birthed in 2010 by Gbemi Johnson.

Oeclat Mila bag asooke inspired brand made in Nigeria Bellafricana verified Oeclat Mila bag asooke inspired brand made in Nigeria Bellafricana verified Oeclat Mila bag asooke inspired brand made in Nigeria Bellafricana verified

 

Meet Tunde Owolabi, founder Ethnik (click images below)

Ethnik by Tunde Owolabi, an asooke inspired brand is about making aso oke accessible to the fashion-forward modern man and woman. Beyond accessibility and creating fashionable pieces for brand savvy trendsetter, Ethnik is about promoting culture and giving back to the community.

Ethnik believes that sustenance is the key to preserving our heritage. To this end, a core element of our social responsibility means we invest in our local artisans and create an enabling environment where they can continue to weave aso oke the way it is done traditionally, a skill that is passed down through generations.

Ethnik sneaker bellafricana verified asooke inspired brand made in NigeriaEthnik bucket bag bellafricana verified asooke inspired brand made in NigeriaEthnik by Tunde Owolabi laptop bag bellafricana verified asooke inspired brand made in Nigeria

Meet Tosin Oshinowo, founder Ile Ila (click images below)

Tosin Oshinowo, founder Ile Ila made in Nigeria furniture brand asooke inspired brand bellafricana verified

Ilé Ilà (translated “House of Lines”), an asooke inspired brand was started by Tosin Oshinowo in 2017 to celebrate her native Yoruba culture. It is a lifestyle furniture-line designed and hand-made in Lagos, Nigeria. They design period-conscious furniture with a contemporary African content, hand-made with love, in Lagos Nigeria.

Tosin Oshinowo, an Architect behind the design and execution of the Maryland Mall has a natural affinity towards product design. She is particularly interested in the functionality of chairs, but also placing them in a Nigerian-African context.

Ile Ila Made in Nigeria Chairs asooke inspied brand bellafricana verified Ile Ila Made in Nigeria Chairs asooke inspied brand bellafricana verified

 

 

 

Ile Ila Made in Nigeria Chairs asooke inspied brand bellafricana verified

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

What is a community without people? As for us at Bellafricana, we are so passionate about our league of talented creative members, and you should be too.

Interested in joining the community and getting your creative brand known by more customers? or know someone that should? Then email me at [email protected] cc [email protected] or call 08086363970.

CLICK TO BECOME BELLAFRICANA VERIFIED TODAY

For the love of asooke, have these products below

Oeclat Adire bag bellafricana verified made in Nigeria leather and adire bag

Moroks sneakers Moroks xpressions shoes asooke inspired brand made in Nigeria bellafricana verified

What really is this Bellafricana about? Bellafricana is the leading platform that empowers, supports and provides creative Indigenous Businesses with a platform to showcase their business and connect to their global consumers looking to patronise and trade with them.

Need quality creative products, think bellafricana!

What is your Mission: To Make Finding Quality Indigenous Businesses Easier.

But Why: We noticed a vast increase in the number of unique quality creative products made in Nigeria (Africa) but noticed a huge gap between local creative Indigenous Entrepreneurs and consumers.

Hence, we created this platform to bridge that gap. What better way than through online, which gives it a global opportunity.

Click here to Learn more about how to grow Your Unique Indigenous Business with Bellafricana

What if I just want to advertise on bellafricana website/newsletter? : That’s totally possible, just email [email protected], cc [email protected] or call 08086363970

The Adire Inspired Brands You Should Know

Here are some Adire inspired brands you should know. At Bellafricana, not only are we consciously focused on the growth and success of our members, we are also creating an enabling community where they can cooperate, collaborate and thrive.

Adire textile as you may already know, pronounced as Ah-DEE-reh is an age old indigo die textile indigenous to the Yoruba tribe of the Southwestern Nigeria.

This textile is rich in beauty and culture as much a

s it has a rich history. Some have claimed that the diverse history originated centuries ago before it was then adopted. You should click here to read the culled history written.

Meet Bibire Fawehinmi, founder Asologe (click image to go to brand page)

Bibire Asologe founder bellafricana verified member

Asologe is inspired by various kinds of fabric designs, mostly Adire and the designers love for unique prints that portray the African culture accurately, while giving her designs an urban edge.

Asologe adire fabricAsologe adire scarf Asologe adire fabric bellafricana verified

 

 

 

 

 

 

Meet Jadesola Rawa founder Melia by Jade, adire inspired brands (click image to go to brand page)

Melia by Jade is a clothing brand in Nigeria that started about a year ago. The brand uses Adire, Tie & Dye, Kampala, Batik to design contemporary outfits such as shorts, jackets, playsuits, cape dresses, pants etc for the modern day, every day woman.

Melia by Jade adire kimono made in Nigeria adire inspired brand bellafricana verifiedMelia by Jade Nadu skirt made in Nigeria adire inspired brand bellafricana verifiedMelia by Jade new collection adire work dress made in Nigeria

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Meet Cynthia Okochu, founder Adire Lounge (click image to go to brand page)

Cynthia Okochu founder Adire lounge Bellafricana member

The Adire lounge Textile Company has a mission of creating prosperity for African women, youths and their families. They achieve prosperity by creating unique, hand crafted products such as fabrics, scarves, tshirts and more of the highest quality.

Adire fabrics by adire Lounge Bellafricana verified member adire inspired brandsAdire-Lounge-Pink-and-White-Unisex-Socks bellafricana verified adire inspired brands made in NigeriaAdire scarf bellafricana verified adire inspired brands made in Nigeria

CLICK TO BECOME BELLAFRICANA VERIFIED TODAY

For the love of adire, have these products below;

ile ila-line-eyo_spirit-Adire bellafricana verified brand

Mmabon adire top bellafricana verified made in Nigeria

Oeclat Adire bag bellafricana verified made in Nigeria leather and adire bag

Patterned-Omorinsola-Dress-by-EONL-womens-office-wear bellafricana verified made in Nigeria

What really is this Bellafricana about? Bellafricana is the leading platform that empowers, supports and provides creative Indigenous Businesses with a platform to showcase their business and connect to their global consumers looking to patronise and trade with them.

Need quality creative products, think bellafricana!

What is your Mission: To Make Finding Quality Indigenous Businesses Easier.

But Why: We noticed a vast increase in the number of unique quality creative products made in Nigeria (Africa) but noticed a huge gap between local creative Indigenous Entrepreneurs and consumers.

Hence, we created this platform to bridge that gap. What better way than through online, which gives it a global opportunity.

Click here to Learn more about how to grow Your Unique Indigenous Business with Bellafricana

NEPC cannot do it alone, we are the export we seek

Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) truly cannot do it alone, we are the export we seek.

I always hear of small businesses wanting to start exporting.

Interestingly, some are yet to even grow capacity enough to serve Ibadan not to talk of Lagos, then Nigeria, then Intra-trade and International trade.

I mean, I get it and in fact it’s the right thing to have the end goal in mind or have a bigger market in mind.

Yes, even here at Bellafricana our dream is that one day, every one of our verified members will be selling to consumers globally, but realistically we also say let’s start with more consumers locally and then grow a sustainable brand with global demands.

However, have you ever thought to think that you are the export you seek (wait I am getting somewhere, don’t rush off, keep reading).

When you are travelling out of the country, do you load your box with proudly Made in Nigeria attires, accessories etc asides your food gifts??

Or am I reaching too high? Ok ask yourself this: you Nigerian business owner, footwear brand owner, etc do you patronize other fashion, accessories, lifestyle… brand owners? .

When last did you consciously decide to wear Nigerian?

I am not talking about the buyers here for now, I am talking about you growing a business locally in Nigeria, producing locally etc.

You say you want to make more sales, are you supporting your fellow MSME?

You say NEPC should help you, you want to export because they have a mandate for non oil export?
Do you realise the number of people unrealistically waiting for NEPC??

I always and will always say, at Bellafricana we don’t believe in waiting for the government, we believe in creating ideas that will improve the economy

Then you will see our leaders or MDs travelling out of Nigeria for various reasons suited up, what happened to our proudly Made/sewn in Nigeria attires please?? .

That’s why I respect Mr Olusegun Awolowo a lot, he genuinely wears Nigerian made and I have seen him personally buy from SMEs even if they are willing to dash him their products. As the CEO of NEPC, no not really, he doesn’t have to wear Nigerian attires, but he chooses to.

So today, as a champion of quality creative Indigenous businesses, I challenge you to remember that WE ARE THE EXPORT WE SEEK.

Dear producer, buy from other brands as much as you want to be bought from,

Dear consumers, patronize more Indigenous brands just because you are a #Bellafricanafamily.

Here are some attires and products to buy for your next trip (click image to go to business page);

Danfo adire print by adire lounge bellafricana verified
Danfo adire print by adire lounge

 

Moroks Xpression bellafricana verified
Akanmu – Moroks Xpression

 

Circa 64 earrings bellafricana verified made in Nigeria jewellery
Circa 64 earrings

 

Ethnik sneaker bellafricana verified made in Nigeria
Ethnik sneaker

 

Mona Matthews shoes and bags made in Nigeria bellafricana verified
Mona Matthews shoes and bags
African things back pack bellafricana verified
African things backpack

 

 

Marte Egele yellow bag bellafricana verified
Marte Egele yellow bag

When travelling, not every time food gifts to take along, sometimes product gifts (click image to page)

Asologe adire fabrics bellafricana verified
Asologe adire fabrics

 

 

African black soap by Sahara sunrise
African black soap by Sahara sunrise

 

Hibiscus naturals shower gel made in Nigeria Bellafricana NEPC
Hibiscus naturals shower gel

 

 

Ddee purses customised Made in Nigeria Bellafricana NEPC
Ddee purses customised

Visit www.bellafricana.com for more creative products or check out the instagram page @bell_africana

Why Buhari Finally Signed the AfCFTA Agreement and What This Means for Nigerians

AfCFTA/African Continental Free Trade Agreement is a trade agreement with the sole aim of creating a single market, free movement and an African single-currency union.

The idea of free trade is to reduce trade barriers and increase the trading of goods and services between member states thus protecting local markets and industries. So far, 54 states have signed the AfCFTA agreement, and it has Ratification by 22 countries thus, making the AfCFTA agreement effective.

Nigeria was one of the last countries to sign the AfCFTA agreement as Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari avoided signing the agreement both on March 21st, 2018 and July 21st, 2018 because he felt Nigeria could not do anything that would undermine local manufacturers and, they also needed to consult with local, indigineous businesses so as to ensure private sector buy-in to the agreement in order to  prevent anti-competitive practices.

AfCFTA
Photo credit: Saharareporters.com

Luckily for Nigerians, on July 2nd, 2019 Muhammadu Buhari announced the signing of the agreement and, on July 7th, 2019, the agreement was signed; making Nigeria one of AfCFTA countries with free trade benefits. Why then did he sign the agreement after the prolonged refusal to do so?

He said in a statement: “Nigeria wishes to emphasize that free trade must also be fair trade. As African leaders, our attention should now focus on implementing the AfCFTA in a way that develops our economies and creates jobs for our young, dynamic and hardworking population.

“I wish to assure you that Nigeria shall sustain its strong leadership role in Africa, in the implementation of the AfCFTA. We shall also continue to engage, constructively with all African countries to build the Africa that we want.”

AfCFTA, just like Bellafricana is a platform that enables indigenous manufacturers of Made In Africa goods to market and sell their products/services to their consumers whilst building local wealth (click here to find out how you can join the Bellafricana platform).

One of AfCFTA’s goal is to transform trade in Africa but, what does this mean for Nigerians? What are the advantages or benefits of AfCFTA to Nigerians now that the agreement has been signed?

AfCFTA increases access to higher-quality products; allowing consumers to buy better-quality, locally made products at a lower price thus, driving economic growth and increasing trade (click here to know how you can increase your sales and grow your business).

It requires local businesses/manufacturers to adapt to the shifting demands of the marketplace. These adjustment is what fuels long-term growth as manufacturers begin to produce based on what is actually demanded thus, driving competitiveness and growth.

It reduces the importation of international goods as well as import-input costs, thus reducing the cost of production in Nigeria whilst promoting the growth of Made in Nigerian products.

It also enables workers and resources to be used productively thus, promoting a dynamic economy whilst creating new job opportunities, higher wages and investments.

Meet The Founder Of Ovelly Naturals – Exclusive Interview

In this exclusive interview, I had the privilege to learn about the brain behind Ovelly Naturals, and how she started an amazing natural skin care brand here in Nigeria, that  caters for the African Skin and protects it from dangerous chemicals. Olubukola birthed her business while on a quest for safe and non-toxic skin care products.

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Official Press Release | Made In Nigeria SME Conference and Exhibition

The Made In Nigeria Project, organizers of the Made In Nigeria Conference & Exhibition have officially announced the fourth edition of the ‎annual event, which is slated to hold in Lagos at the Balmoral Convention Center on November 30th 2018 with the theme; An SME driven Economy – Opportunities, Challenges & Potential for Growth.

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