DECEMBER 9, 2022
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The Founders Factory Africa LIVE Podcast Explores the Significance of Opting for the Right Capital in 2024

Explore the dynamics of startup funding in Africa as Founders Factory Africa delves into the intricacies of investor selection, sustainable growth, and evolving strategies in 2024. Uncover insights from industry experts, including...

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Sankalp Africa Summit 2024: Fostering Empowerment Among African Entrepreneurs for Global Sustainable Solutions

Explore the insights and collaborations from the Sankalp Africa Summit 2024, focusing on empowering African entrepreneurs for global impact. Learn about innovative financing, cross-border partnerships, and the importance of buildi...

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Solcon Capital and IFC Collaborate to Offer Growth Capital to Deep Tech Companies in South Africa

IFC and Solcon Capital have joined forces to support deep tech startups in South Africa and India, focusing on areas like 5G, AI, IoT, big data, and cybersecurity. This strategic partnership aims to identify and nurture promising ...

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Nigerian debt recovery firm BFREE successfully secures $2.95 million in funding

BFREE, a Nigerian tech-enabled debt collection startup, has secured $2.95 million in funding led by Capria Ventures. With a focus on reshaping the credit collection landscape in Africa, BFREE leverages AI technology to empower con...

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Mozilla’s study highlights the imperative need for strategic policies to foster the growth of the startup ecosystem in Africa

Explore the challenges and opportunities in the African startup ecosystem with insights from a Mozilla study. Learn about the need for strategic policies, government support, and innovation to drive growth. Discover how the Startu...

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IFC Unveils the Top 100 Women-Led Startups in the She Wins Africa Initiative

Discover the She Wins Africa initiative by IFC, empowering women-led startups across sub-Saharan Africa. The program selects 100 participants for comprehensive interventions, providing investment readiness, mentorship, and connect...

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Hohm Energy, a South African climate-tech company, secures $8 million to expand the adoption of rooftop solar

Hohm Energy, a Climate Fintech in South Africa, secures an $8 million Seed round, the largest for a tech startup in the country. Addressing the energy crisis, Hohm Energy offers sustainable rooftop solar solutions, generating over...

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Roam secures $24 million in funding to expand electric vehicle manufacturing in Kenya

Kenyan Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturer, Roam, secures $24M in a Series A funding round to scale its operations and enhance local manufacturing capabilities. The investment, led by Equator Africa and including contributions from...

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Yorba Offers a Mint-Like Service to Streamline Your Entire Digital Life

"Discover Yorba, a revolutionary tool that simplifies your online life by organizing, monitoring, and managing your digital footprint. From tracking subscriptions and managing passwords to analyzing privacy policies, Yorba offers ...

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Uber Explores Travel Ticketing Through India’s Open Commerce Network

Explore Uber's strategic collaboration with India's Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), aiming to enhance mobility and commerce accessibility. The memorandum of understanding sets the stage for potential integrations, with i...

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Tecktaka secures $9.5 million funding for its e-commerce fulfillment solution

Xalts, a Singapore-based fintech startup, has acquired Contour Network, a digital trade platform established by major banks like HSBC and Standard Chartered. Xalts, backed by Accel and Citi Ventures, facilitates the development of...

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Planity secures $48 million funding, highlighting the demand for SaaS solutions in the hair salon industry

Planity, a French startup, secures $48 million in Series C funding for its SaaS product focused on digitizing appointment booking for beauty salons. With over 40,000 businesses using Planity, the platform streamlines salon managem...

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Potential IPO Candidates: Fintech Startups Eyeing Public Debuts in 2024

Explore the potential surge in Fintech IPOs in 2024 with insights from F-Prime Capital's State of Fintech 2024 Report. Discover the latest trends in financial technology, venture capital, and the performance of emerging companies....

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Bugcrowd has secured $102 million for its ‘bug bounty’ security platform, engaging with a network of over 500,000 hackers.

Bugcrowd, a leading cybersecurity platform, secures $102 million in an equity round led by General Catalyst. The platform connects organizations like OpenAI and the U.S. government with a vast network of over 500,000 skilled hacke...

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Ilara Health in Kenya secures $4.2 million in funding to enhance clinic support services.

Discover Ilara Health, a leading health-tech company in Kenya, securing $4.2 million in a pre-Series A round from DOB Equity, Philips Foundation, and others. Specializing in diagnostic devices and pharmaceutical products, Ilara He...

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Students from Tanzania achieve a remarkable breakthrough in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Tanzanian students at the University of Dodoma showcased a groundbreaking AI program aimed at assisting local entrepreneurs, particularly small and midsize enterprises (SMEs). The multifaceted tool aids in various business operati...

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The E-commerce Boom in Africa is Fueled by the Digital Revolution in Mobile Payments

Explore Africa's digital revolution and the thriving e-commerce sector with insights from EBANX, a leading payment platform. Discover the continent's rapid embrace of online shopping, fueled by the surge in mobile payments and a g...

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Revolutionizing Rides: SafeCar Emerges as the Game-Changing Taxi Hailing Service Under the SafeBoda Umbrella!

SafeBoda marks its return to the Kenyan market after a three-year hiatus with a fresh strategy, introducing not only motorcycle (boda boda) services but also venturing into car-hailing with SafeCar. The startup aims for higher pro...

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Cynoia: Streamlined Collaboration Hub for Teams | West African Expansion

Discover how Cynoia simplifies collaboration with its all-in-one platform, integrating chat, email, video conferencing, and more. Join thousands of users across nine countries and explore their plans for expansion in West Africa a...





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