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This edition of Affluenz Magazine (formerly Pleasures Magazine) presents an exclusive feature, spotlighting women who are reshaping the future of real estate across Africa and the Middle East. Real estate has always been about more than buildings, it is about vision, legacy, and the power to shape cities, communities, and entire nations. Across the region, a new generation of women leaders is redefining what property and housing leadership looks like. They are not only breaking barriers in boardrooms and construction sites but also creating bold blueprints for sustainable cities, inclusive housing, luxury destinations, and financial ecosystems that empower millions. From the skylines of Dubai and Doha to the emerging hubs of Lagos, Accra, Casablanca, and Nairobi, women are at th...

In a bid to redefine the cleaning industry in Nigeria, Zegar Elite Cleaning Service has emerged as a trailblazer, offering bespoke cleaning solutions tailored to meet clients' specific needs. Founded by the dynamic and inspiring entrepreneur, Gloria Zegar, this Nigeria-based company is making waves with its top-notch services. With a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, Gloria Zegar has successfully carved a niche in the competitive cleaning market. Her vision is clear: to provide unparalleled cleaning experiences that not only meet but exceed client expectations. Since its inception, Zegar Elite Cleaning Service has been dedicated to delivering exceptional results, leveraging cutting-edge technology, and eco-friendly products to ensure a cleaner, healthier environ...

In a groundbreaking move, the Al Amari Group and Dotmount Communications have announced a monumental $90 billion investment partnership for the Middle East Investors Expo Abuja. This unprecedented deal is set to revolutionize the investment landscape in Africa, fostering economic growth and development across the continent. The Al Amari Group, a leading Middle Eastern conglomerate, has committed to investing $90 billion in Africa through the Middle East Investors Expo Abuja, a premier investment event organized by Dotmount Communications. This strategic partnership aims to bridge the investment gap between the Middle East and Africa, creating new opportunities for businesses and entrepreneurs. The investment windfall will focus on key sectors such as infrastructure, technology, energ...

• 2024 editioned of the African Development Conference and Awards, dubbed Middle East Investors Expo Set to Foster Economic Growth and Strategic Partnerships in Africa The Middle East Investors Expo, a premier investment event, is scheduled to take place on July 4-5, 2024, at the five-star Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja Nigeria. This highly anticipated event aims to bring together investors, business leaders, and industry experts from the Middle East and Africa to explore investment opportunities, promote economic growth, and foster strategic partnerships. The expo will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and networking sessions, providing a platform for stakeholders to share insights, identify investment potential, and forge lasting relationships. The event will focus on v...

• The MoU will strengthen investments and enable the creation of additional opportunities for the private sector in Africa Abuja, Nigeria - In a groundbreaking move, the Al Amari Group and Dotmount Communications have announced a monumental $90 billion investment partnership for the Middle East Investors Expo Abuja. This unprecedented deal is set to revolutionize the investment landscape in Africa, fostering economic growth and development across the continent. The Al Amari Group, a leading Middle Eastern conglomerate, has committed to investing $90 billion in Africa through the Middle East Investors Expo Abuja, a premier investment event organized by Dotmount Communications. This strategic partnership aims to bridge the investment gap between the Middle East and Africa, creating n...

The UAE and Saudi Arabia have been ranked first and third respectively in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor report for 2023-2024. The report, which assesses the entrepreneurial ecosystems of countries worldwide, is highly regarded by international bodies such as the World Bank, International Monetary Fund and various UN organizations, Saudi Arabia showed significant progress in its entrepreneurial environment, with its National Entrepreneurship Context Index score increasing from 5.0 in 2019 to 6.3 in both 2022 and 2023. This reflected the country’s successful efforts to diversify its economy and foster a supportive climate for entrepreneurship, said the report. A notable highlight was increased female entrepreneurship, with eight women starting new businesses for every 10 men ...

  The company also plans to offer residences to Nigerians in the diaspora Thousands of Nigerians are to be housed in a vast residential community in Lagos, Nigeria. In a bid to capitalize on the thriving real estate market in Nigeria, Harmony Gardens and Estate Development Limited, the build-to-sell (BTS) assets unit of Nigeria master-developer of the Lekki Aviation town is set to invest a whopping $800 million in three high-end affordable residential projects. The move comes as the city’s property prices and rents approach record levels. The new developments, which will include luxury homes and townhouses, are expected to significantly boost the company’s sales and profitability. The surge in demand for real estate in Nigeria has been fueled by an influx of Nigerian...

Dr. Gbadewole Amos Kayode, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Crown Allied Global Realty & Homes Ltd., has been appointed as the Vice-Chairman of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) Abuja Chapter (REDAN-FCT, Abuja). “I am honoured and privileged to have been appointed vice chairman of an innovative, forward-thinking and member-driven association and I look forward to an exciting year where the FCT branch of REDAN professionals continue to be the association’s mission to be the business and public policy advocate for stakeholders in the industry. My primary goals and objectives as the newly elected Vice Chairman include, among others, membership mobilizations and registration to have an all-inclusive REDAN FCT,” said Amos Kayode in his accept...

"With our efficient delivery of global publicity and impressive client results, Dotmount Communications is becoming the new force in world communications," says President Adedotun Olaoluwa. The firm promises to publish client news stories on prestigious sites like Entrepreneur, Forbes and Bloomberg within 48 hours. www.theaffluenz.com reported. Rapid Rise Reflects Growing Industry The quick expansion of Dotmount Communications aligns with positive projections for Washington. Employment in the region's public relations sector is expected to grow by 6% by 2032. Additionally, immersive media drives optimism, with a predicted 20% growth in the US media market by 2030. "Washington is the perfect place for innovative agencies like ours," Olaoluwa states. "We're responding to the increas...

The parent company, Dotmount Communications (www.DtComs.com), has given reasons for the publication’s recent change of name. The company, which began operations many 11 years ago as a weekly soft sell has now morphed into a full-fledged global solutions platform provider that enables growth of businesses. Pleasures Magazine, a bi-monthly luxury and business magazine, has changed its name to The Affluenz. The name change is part of a larger strategic initiative, and a broader vision encouraging subscribers that “It’s okay to show off”, reports Jim Waterson of The Guardian. The luxury magazine, packaged by Dotmount Communications, is stuffed with expensive adverts for high-end watches, safaris, and yachts aimed at its jet-set wealthy readership – making it a money-spinner for the p...