A recent observation has compelled me to reflect on the title of this blog post: Is Blogging A Calling? Who said blogging was easy? Why do so many blogs fail? The focus of my observation is on the multitudes of personal blogs that have closed shop and those on indefinite leave of absence. For the purpose of this blog post, I would classify blogs into 3 groups and explain why I think the 3rd group is the most vulnerable. Group blogs These types ... [Read more]
Have you seen the new Digg.com? It not only spots a new interface but has also added multitudes of new functionalities. The new Digg offers its users a much-more fulfilling experience by making the business of sharing news very easy and straight-forward. Digg was the place to watch for the trending news from across the world, up until a few years ago. Digg was built on the very concept of trends. Users find a compelling story worth sharing, and ... [Read more]
For anyone who travels regularly across the land borders within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the notoriety and cruelty of the uniformed officials along the route would be a regular reality. Extortion and brutality is the order of the day, along the land borders. Travellers (especially citizens of ECOWAS countries) are routinely subjected to the worst form of human treatment. Their dignity is taken away and the few who ... [Read more]
It has been a long and windy journey of self-discovery; a journey of networking and opportunities. Come 1st November 2010, this personal blog would have been up-and-running for 5 years. I dare say, it has been a relative success. I would be publishing a grand blog post on the anniversary date, that would offer some insight into the journey so far. It would not only delve into the things I have done right, but also share some of my regrets. It ... [Read more]
I recently had a short interview with Chris-Vincent, founder of Africadiscuss.com, an all african forum aimed at providing a platform for Africans and those of interest in Africa to discuss issues of common concern. Enjoy. Chris-Vincent: I am Chris-Vincent a law student at the University of East London in the UK. I am a Ghanaian and a full time blogger. I am also the founder of ghanacelebrities.com and now trying to push nigerianshowbiz.com and ... [Read more]
free2view is not exactly new - it has been in existence for years. They have been lurking in the shadows for a while now, but relaunched properly some months ago with a mission of capturing former GTV subscribers. Before now, free2view had been at loggerheads with ICASA, South Africa's regulatory body in charge of broadcasting, post and telecommunication. The Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) warned that if the UK ... [Read more]
The Nokia 5800 XpressMusic was announced back in October 2008 with the earliest phones hitting the market the following month. The multimedia device was cutting at that time and was widely considered as Nokia's answer to the iPhone. Indeed, it was one of Nokia's earliest touchscreen mobile phones and one of its most successful. As of November 2009, 8 million units had been sold. Nokia has systematically kept the phone close to the hearts and ... [Read more]
Lagos July 23, 2010: New and existing customers on Etisalat network are set to enjoy enhanced service as the innovative telecommunications company is now live on the submarine fibre optic cable system provided by Main One. Etisalat is the first telecommunications company to switch on its network on the strength of the cutting-edge technology recently launched in the country. Etisalat CEO, Steven Evans said that with the latest technology, ... [Read more]
