Startup
Only Four African Countries Qualified for Toshiba's New Startup Initiative. Here's Why
Only four African countries qualified for Toshiba’s new GridDB Startup Program. Discover why Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, and South Africa made the list and what the other 50 countries need to close the infrastructure gap.
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ZAINAB BAKARE
EmergingTech Ventures Secures Landmark Funding For New Fund
Proparco has made a cornerstone investment in EmergingTech Ventures Fund II, a new $60-80 million fund managed by Morocco-based EmTech Capital. This fund targets early-stage technology startups in Francophone Africa, aiming to bridge funding gaps and accelerate growth in critical sectors. The investment highlights increasing interest in local venture capital managers across the region.David Isong
Paystack Unleashes Powerful New Program to Propel Nigerian Small Businesses
Paystack has launched a comprehensive Small Business Programme in Nigeria, designed to empower merchants with crucial tools, services, and funding support. Beginning with a 'Small Business Bundle' offering significant discounts from partners, the initiative reflects a strategic shift by payment companies towards holistic merchant enablement beyond transaction processing, addressing key needs for growth and operational efficiency.David Isong
Six Legendary African Business Deals That Paid Off
A legendary deal is never just about the numbers. It’s about knowing what something is worth, before the world does.Ibukun Oluwa
Street Smarts to Startups: Africa’s Informal Hustlers Are Evolving Into Entrepreneurs
From street corners to thriving startups, Africa’s street-smart hustlers are transforming survival skills into structured businesses and economic impact.Adedoyin Oluwadarasimi