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When we think of growing a business, our minds often go to funding, marketing, or scaling operations. Yet one of the most powerful drivers of success is often overlooked: networking. Networking isn’t about collecting business cards or attending endless mixers. It’s about building the right relationships that create real opportunities. A study by LinkedIn found […]

Every year, Lagos transforms into a global hub for creativity. The city plays host to two flagship events – Lagos Fashion Week and Art X Lagos – attracting buyers, collectors, and audiences from across Africa, Europe, and North America. For a few weeks, the energy is electric. But for businesses that prepare, the impact can […]

We’re introducing Prospa Expense Cards – built to give businesses the freedom to transact, scale, and stay in control. Why Expense Cards Matter for Your Business The business landscape has shifted. Paying online is no longer optional – they’re essential. Whether it’s covering essential tools for your business or running digital ads and subscriptions, businesses […]

Every business owner in Nigeria knows how much effort it takes to grow. You find customers, build your team, manage operations, and put everything you have into creating value. But when it’s time to expand many hit the same obstacle: payments. We’ve heard this story too often. A business ready to supply goods abroad but […]

The African Development Bank (AfDB) announced a $2.2 billion commitment to strengthen food systems across Africa. For many, it was just another headline. But for entrepreneurs in agriculture (the farmers, aggregators, processors, and distributors) building businesses from the ground up, it was a signal: the world is paying attention. The question is, how can you […]

Every business has a story. But behind every order shipped, every ad posted, and every payment made, there’s an entrepreneur living through the constant hustle of running it all. One of our team members shared their reflections on what this hustle really looks like in a LinkedIn post. Their insights resonated deeply because we see […]

If you’ve ever run a business, you know the thrill of making a sale. The notification pings, an order comes in, and for a moment you feel unstoppable. But talk to entrepreneurs long enough and you’ll hear the same story: the money doesn’t only go where you think it goes. There are the obvious costs […]

August was a month of progress, learning, and growth – for entrepreneurs and for us at Prospa. Each week brought fresh insights designed to help business owners take control, simplify operations, and prepare for bigger opportunities. We began the month with a focus on export-readiness. Expanding into regional and international markets is one of the […]

In a typical week, most businesses juggle multiple “small” payments – electricity, internet, airtime and data for the team, software subscriptions, and other essentials. None of these are strategic on their own, but together they can consume time, create avoidable risk, and distract you from work that actually moves the business forward. The hidden cost […]

At Prospa, we’re constantly learning from the experiences of our team members who work directly with business owners every day. Recently, our Client Support, Cosmas Odinaka, shared his perspective on speaking with founders who run online businesses – retailers, service providers, creators, and niche marketplaces. Their industries differ, but their goals rhyme: build trust, ship […]