Nigeria is one of Africa's largest agricultural economies, yet farmers continue to lose significant portions of their harvest before products ever reach consumers.In this deep dive explainer, we break down:• Why post-harvest losses remain a major challenge• How middlemen impact pricing and distribution• The economic cost to farmers and consumers• The role technology can play in improving agricultural supply chains• Opportunities to build a more efficient food system in NigeriaAs food security, agricultural innovation, and digital transformation become increasingly important across Africa, solving these challenges could unlock significant economic growth and improve livelihoods for millions.What do you think is the biggest challenge facing Nigerian agriculture today? Let us know in the comments.If you enjoyed this explainer, subscribe for more stories exploring business, innovation, economics, technology, and the future of Africa.#Nigeria #Agriculture #FoodSecurity #AgriTech #AfricanInnovation

ESG was supposed to change investing.Instead, it became one of the most debated terms in finance.Critics say ESG often focuses on managing risk rather than creating real-world change. Supporters argue it has pushed companies to take sustainability and governance more seriously. But a growing number of investors are now looking beyond ESG and toward something different: impact investing.In this video, we break down:• What ESG investing actually means• Why ESG has faced criticism and political backlash• The rise of impact investing• The key differences between ESG and impact investing• Whether impact investing can deliver both financial returns and measurable outcomes• What this shift means for investors, businesses, and the future of sustainable financeAs ESG faces increasing scrutiny, impact investing is emerging as a new approach focused on funding solutions rather than simply avoiding risks.Is this the future of investing—or just another rebrand?Watch the full explainer and join the conversation.📖 Read the full article:https://theupsidejournal.com/articles/esg-rebrand-impact-investingSubscribe to Upside Journal for stories at the intersection of business, innovation, technology, sustainability, and the creator economy.#ESG #ImpactInvesting #SustainableFinance #Investing #FinanceExplained #BusinessExplained #Sustainability #ClimateFinance #ResponsibleInvesting #FutureOfFinance #UpsideJournal

Every June, the global advertising industry pours roughly $3 billion into Cannes Lions. Flights, hotels, yacht parties, branded beaches, VIP dinners — and yet the event's core function, connecting the right people to close the right deals, remains stubbornly analogue. In 2026, that inefficiency is no longer quaint. It is a technology failure.The $3 Billion InefficiencyLet us break down the Cannes Lions spend. According to industry estimates compiled by the Association of National Advertisers (ANA) and corroborated by financial disclosures from WPP, Publicis, and Omnicom:Delegate passes: $4,700–$28,000 per person. With 15,000+ attendees, pass revenue alone exceeds $100 million.Read more on Upside Journal - https://theupsidejournal.com/articles/vertical-ai-events.html

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