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Thailand has created world’s first non-rectangular football field

Real estate developer AP Thailand partnered up with digital agency CJ Worx to create irregular-shaped soccer pitches that are located across an overpopulated region in Bangkok. Believe it or not, these unconventional designs were built with good reason. According to designboom, the duo wants to “help foster creativity” and create spaces for play that will “enhance relationships among the people in the community.” The concept was rooted from a prepubescent idea dubbed “think space” — trusting that “any abnormal space can achieve the highest benefit.” (more…)

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Jumia’s Earnings Show A 56% Decline in Revenue Despite an Increase in Its Customer Base

Jumia faces a decline in its income thanks to the economic situation prevalent in the Country.  Jumia has lots of funds behind it, what would 2016 be like for Konga? The company posted its 2016 half-year consolidated reports which showed a net revenue of EUR33.0 million for the first half of the year, down by 56% from the year before. Also, its cash position for the first half of the year fell to EUR5 million versus EUR10 million in the same period last year. (more…)