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Art, Graphics & Video / Re: 10 Famous Ghost Pictures And Their Story by lotusgarden: 4:07pm On Jan 31, 2013 |
The fact that these pictures claim to be taken decades or centuries ago doesn't mean they actually were. These days, people have access to elaborate stage sets and costumes from way back when. Oh and then there's all kinds of software and gizmos to make a picture seem more dated than it really is. |
Fashion / Re: History Of High Heeled Shoes;- by lotusgarden: 6:17pm On Jan 29, 2013 |
This should give those 'women should not wear what belongs to men' people something to ruminate about. |
Business / Re: Angola President's Daughter 'africa's First Female Billionaire' by lotusgarden: 10:52pm On Jan 25, 2013 |
What I would like to know is where the bogus reports came from about that other Nigerian lady being the richest black woman. 1 Like |
Business / Re: Angola President's Daughter 'africa's First Female Billionaire' by lotusgarden: 10:47pm On Jan 25, 2013 |
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Business / Angola President's Daughter 'africa's First Female Billionaire' by lotusgarden: 10:45pm On Jan 25, 2013 |
Businesswoman Isabel Dos Santos, daughter of long-serving Angolan president Jose Eduardo Dos Santos, is Africa's first female billionaire, according to business publication Forbes. The 40-year-old's investments in publicly traded companies in Portugal, including shares in a cable TV firm, as well her assets in at least one Angolan bank, "have pushed her net worth over the $1 billion mark," said the magazine, known for its annual rich lists. Her first business endeavor was in 1997 when she opened a restaurant in Angola's capital, Luanda, according to the magazine. Since then, she's expanded her business interests to a number of industries, sitting on the boards of several Angolan and Portuguese companies. A former Portuguese colony, Angola is the second largest oil producer in the continent. Over the last decade, the southwestern African country has emerged from the wreckage of a 27-year civil war to become one of the continent's major economic players. President Dos Santos, who has been in power since 1979, has presided over Angola's post-war economic growth and rebuilding efforts. He won a new term last year when the ruling MPLA party was declared winner of the August 31 elections. Greased by growing oil revenues and China's credit lines of billions of dollars, Angola's economy rocketed by an average annual growth of 17% from 2004 to 2008 before falling to single-digit figures after the 2008 global financial crisis. But despite the heady financial data and the progress made since the end of the war in 2002, Angola still remains one of the most unequal societies in the world. The country, which has a population of some 18 million people, ranks 148th out of 187 countries in the U.N.'s Human Development Index. Corruption is also prevalent, with Angola ranked 157th out of 176 countries and territories on Transparency International's 2012 Corruption Perceptions Index. "Corruption is a major problem and the perception of corruption in Angola by investors is increasing," says Alex Vines, head of the Africa Program at London- based think tank Chatham House. According to Forbes, Isabel Dos Santos is the biggest shareholder in Zon Multimedia, the biggest cable TV operator in Portugal, owning a 28.8% stake. She also has a 19.5% holding at Banco BPI, one of Portugal's largest publicly traded banks. Forbes said that in Angola, the president's daughter sits on the board of Banco BIC and is reported to own a 25% stake in the bank. "There is nothing wrong with the president's daughter being a business entrepreneur as long as she's obtained those contracts in an open and competitive process," says Vines. |
Properties / Re: The Beauty Of The Pondless Waterfall by lotusgarden: 7:01pm On Jan 06, 2013 |
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Properties / The Beauty Of The Pondless Waterfall by lotusgarden: 6:43pm On Jan 06, 2013 |
Many people have asked why they should have one of our water features in the gardens/compounds instead of the elaborate, traditional water ponds and fountains. Here's what we tell them. 1. They can fit anywhere.As opposed to the traditional water features which usually require metres of free space (which, let's face it, isn't a luxury many houses can afford) our pondless water fountains only require a few feet of space to be installed. This creates an aesthetic delight which still leaves enough room for other uses in even the most cramped of compound spaces. 2. Safety. This is always a concern for many clients especially those who have little children in the family or who have children visit regularly. The primary concern is the risk of drowning. But that isn't an issue with our pondless waterfalls. There isn't any accumulated body of water for anyone to slip into by accident or out of curiosity. 3. Ease of installation. All it takes is a few hours and you are the proud owner of a waterfall in your very yard. 4. power saving. They don't use as much electricity as the traditional ponds and even when the power goes off, you don't have a large lifeless body of water staring you in the face. 5. Water saving. They don't use as much water as the traditional ponds and the chance of evaporation is near eliminated 6. Very low maintenance. The regular ponds can be a breeding ground for algae, mosquitoes and all kinds of nasties. But with out pondless waterfalls, you don't need regular visits from the maintenance team (and the costs associated with that). The Waterfalls are practically self-maintaining. So why don't you contact us today at lotusgardenlg@gmail.com and let's see how we can help add some low-cost, low-maintenance glamor to your yard. prices start at N150,000. |
Properties / New Water Fountain Designs by lotusgarden: 1:12pm On Jul 31, 2012 |
Introducing our Water Walls. These fountains add an elegant touch to any space: a bedroom, a living room, an office, reception hall, anywhere. They make a bold statement anywhere they are installed They come in chic designs using materials such as stainless steel, copper, acrylic, mirrored glass or plain glass. They can be customized with your family name or corporate logo, using vinyl, glass etching or embossing. They come in a variety of sizes and can be custom-built to fit on any sturdy wall or as free-standing units. email us at lotusgardenlg@gmail.com for more info.
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Properties / Re: For Just N225k, Get A Water Fountain In Your Home! by lotusgarden: 3:25pm On Jul 26, 2012 |
available in a variety of shapes and designs. 1 Like |
Properties / For Just N225k, Get A Water Fountain In Your Home! by lotusgarden: 3:25pm On Jul 26, 2012 |
Our pondless water fountains are the perfect aesthetic for any home. They are durable and easy to maintain and can fit into virtually any space (perfect for small yards). Everyone loves the look and soothing sound of trickling water, so bring nature into your home with our range of pondless water fountains. contact us now. email lotusgardenlg@gmail.com
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Properties / Re: Elegant Water Feature. Twice The Appeal At A Fraction Of The Cost by lotusgarden: 4:13pm On Jul 03, 2012 |
Email us today to place an order for your very own water fountain. Perfect for indoor and outdoor decoration. lotusgardenlg@gmail.com
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Properties / Elegant Water Feature. Twice The Appeal At A Fraction Of The Cost by lotusgarden: 10:54pm On Jun 30, 2012 |
Everybody loves the sound of flowing water. If you want to enhance the appeal of your living space without the expense of most waterfalls obtainable in the nigerian market today, then our water feature is the right home accessory to have. Our water feature have the following advantages 1. Very affordable; you don't have to break the bank to have a water feature in your home. 2. Unobtrusive; it doesn't overwhelm your surroundings and visually drown out other elements 3. Child safe; no risk of drowning in a pool of water 4. Low maintenance 5. Power efficient 6. Aesthetic and rustic appeal; even when the power's out, it still looks great 7. can fit into any space; lawn, balcony, living room or office Comes in stainless steel, terracotta or gourd email us at lotusgardenlg@gmail.com to get yours today |
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