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Yoco @Yoco_ZA just launched 20+ new products and features for South African businesses.
From AI and loyalty to savings, integrations, and developer tools, this is one of the biggest product launches we’ve seen from a local technology company.
🧵 Here’s what’s new, why it matters, and how it helps businesses grow.
The TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa Returns: Here Are the 2025 Nominees
The TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa are officially back, celebrating the creators, artists and storytellers who shaped the continent’s digital culture in 2025. Set to take place on 6 December 2025 in Johannesburg, this year’s ceremony will spotlight the boldest voices, biggest trends, and most creative talents from across Sub-Saharan Africa.From viral dances to educational creators who built communities around learning, the 2025 nominees represent the impact African creators continue to have across global culture.A Year Where African Creators Defined Pop Culture
2025 has been a defining moment for African content creation. From BhadBoi OML’s “Wasiu Ayinde” going viral to the high-energy “Ngishutheni” dance, African trends dominated the soundscape.
Communities rallied behind #CorporateTok, entertainers pushed boundaries, and artists like Shallipopi delivered smash hits that shaped the continent.This was the year where niche interests broke into the mainstream, creativity became currency, and young people turned 60 seconds of content into powerful storytelling.
TikTok is honouring this evolution by recognising creators who transformed passion into sustainable careers and inspired millions along the way.
TikTok’s Commitment to Africa’s Creator Economy
According to Boniswa Sidwaba, Head of Content Operations for Sub-Saharan Africa, the awards reflect
TikTok’s growing investment in African creators:
“Our annual awards are a moment for reflection and celebration where we build deeper relationships with the people who power the continent.
At its core the TikTok Awards celebrate the vibrant community who continue to inspire creativity, build community and spread joy on the platform while turning their passions into prosperous careers.”With categories across food, entertainment, sports, education, music and storytelling, the 2025 awards spotlight the creators shaping the future of African digital content.
#TikTokAwardsSSA
The 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa Nominees
Creator of the Year
@diaryofanortherncook (Sokoto, Nigeria)
@chefabbys (Accra, Ghana)
@fanstribehq (Lagos, Nigeria)
@shandorlarenty (Broederstroom, South Africa)
@englishwithclem (Nairobi, Kenya)
Storyteller of the Year
@beloveolocha (Lagos, Nigeria)
@briannwana (Abuja, Nigeria)
@mikemortontalksfootball (Cape Town, South Africa)
@joygiverkitchen (Lagos, Nigeria)
Video of the Year
@iamdavidmubiru (Kampala, Uganda)
@zerobrainer0 (Dar es Salaam, Tanzania)
@isaac.samz (Lagos, Nigeria)
Rising Star of the Year
@estherfrancisbackup (Lagos, Nigeria)
@_bafanamthembu (Johannesburg, South Africa)
@tunero_animations (Nairobi, Kenya)
Entertainment Creator of the Year
@beloveolocha (Lagos, Nigeria)
@ednafrancis_ (Lagos, Nigeria)
@finding.chance (Johannesburg, South Africa)
@ikegod.chielo (Abuja, Nigeria)
@jabu_macdonald (Johannesburg, South Africa)
Food Creator of the Year
@mpruedie1 (Midrand, South Africa)
@malumfoodie (Pretoria, South Africa)
@chefabbys (Accra, Ghana)
@georges_kitchen (Dar es Salaam, Tanzania)
@boyz_makekii (Nairobi, Kenya)
Education Creator of the Year
@michelle_expert (Randburg, South Africa)
@izziboye (Lagos, Nigeria)
@roy.kanyi (Nairobi, Kenya)
@englishwithclem (Nairobi, Kenya)
Social Impact Creator of the Year
@olawalesmd (Lagos, Nigeria)
@valerie_keter (Nairobi, Kenya)
@anitasoina (Nairobi, Kenya)
@noositiwantiwa_ (Ibadan, Nigeria)
@ufarm_julia (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
Artist of the Year
@theycallmeshallipopipp (Nigeria)
@itsjoshuabaraka (Uganda)
@moliymusic (Ghana)
@realjazzwrld (South Africa)
Sports Creator of the Year
@boxtoboxregista (Nairobi, Kenya)
@zozasportscast (Nairobi, Kenya)
@mikemortontalksfootball (Cape Town, South Africa)
@steph_talks_football (Cape Town, South Africa)
@ademolavictortv (Lagos, Nigeria)
Africa’s Creativity on the Global Stage
The TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa showcase the creators who are shaping digital culture, driving conversations, and building communities that uplift the continent. These voices fuel social change, push narratives forward, and spread African creativity across the world.Join the celebration on 6 December 2025 and make sure your favourite creator takes home a win.
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- Pray, ask God to direct you this week
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- Stay positive
- Note distractions & how to avoid them
@MultiChoiceGRP This is amazing news! I’m so impressed by how you’ve navigated the challenging markets especially with the digital rapid change present. Very impressive how innovative you’ve gotten to save the day!
Our Group has over ZAR10bn in available funds, giving us a solid financial base to support growth and new opportunities. This strong liquidity means we’re well-positioned to keep delivering value for our customers and stakeholders while staying resilient in challenging markets. Due to some post-balance sheet developments and initiatives, the group will return to a positive net quity position by the end of November 2024.
Read our results here: https://t.co/Lax08SSH0o
#MultiChoiceInterimResults
This is amazing for MULTICHOICE considering the digital shift. Innovation at its best is crucial during this moment and they’ve done that so well. Showmax and its exclusive shows is an absolute win!! Bridging the gap.
Our Group has over ZAR10bn in available funds, giving us a solid financial base to support growth and new opportunities. This strong liquidity means we’re well-positioned to keep delivering value for our customers and stakeholders while staying resilient in challenging markets. Due to some post-balance sheet developments and initiatives, the group will return to a positive net quity position by the end of November 2024.
Read our results here: https://t.co/Lax08SSH0o
#MultiChoiceInterimResults
MCG Financial Results are OUT!! And I’m quite impressed by how innovative MCG has become to navigate the digital age and build consistent interaction with their audience for their various streaming options.
If you’re a JSE Investor, this article is going to make your day.
MultiChoice’s strategy is progressing despite a tougher-than-expected macro backdrop. “We have successfully been implementing our strategy over the past few years, achieving key milestones such as our investment in KingMakers, returning the Rest of Africa business to profitability in FY23 and FY24, concluding the Showmax partnership with Comcast and investing in Moment”.
Read our results here: https://t.co/Lax08SS9aQ
#MultiChoiceInterimResults
MultiChoice’s strategy is progressing despite a tougher-than-expected macro backdrop. “We have successfully been implementing our strategy over the past few years, achieving key milestones such as our investment in KingMakers, returning the Rest of Africa business to profitability in FY23 and FY24, concluding the Showmax partnership with Comcast and investing in Moment”.
Read our results here: https://t.co/Lax08SS9aQ
#MultiChoiceInterimResults
As we start thinking of 2025 I just want to remind you that there’s still some weeks left in 2024 and so much can still happen. Don’t hang the gloves yet.