Month: September 2023
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Ugandan Agritech Startup Emata Secures $2.4 Million Seed Funding to Expand Agri-Loan Offerings
Ugandan agritech startup Emata has secured $2.4 million in seed funding to expand its agri-loan offerings across East Africa.
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Kenyan Fintech Lipa Later Secures $5 Million Debt Funding to Expand
Lipa Later, a Kenyan fintech startup that provides buy now, pay later (BNPL) financing solutions, has secured $5 million in debt funding.
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Joliba Capital Raises $59 Million to Invest in West African SMEs
Joliba Capital, a private equity firm focused on investing in SMEs in West Africa, has announced the first close of its Joliba Fund I at $59m.
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Ramez El-Serafy
Ramez El-Serafy has been actively involved in the entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem in the MENA region and has played a significant role in supporting and mentoring startups.
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Arunma (AEEM) Oteh
Arunma Oteh is a trailblazing economist and leader who has made significant contributions to the financial sector in Nigeria and around the world.
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Winnie Byanyima
Winnie Byanyima is a prominent Ugandan diplomat, politician, and human rights activist whose unwavering commitment to improving the world began at an early age.
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PULA: The Kenyan Startup Transforming The Lives of Smallholder Farmers Through Agricultural Insurance
Established with a vision to transform the lives of smallholder farmers, PULA has been on a mission to provide accessible and affordable agricultural insurance solutions.
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Interswitch and Google Pay Partner to Enhance Digital Payments to Nigeria
Interswitch, a leading payments company in Nigeria, has partnered with Google Pay to bring the popular mobile payment service to Nigeria.
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Bridging The Gap: EdTech Leaders Transforming Literacy in Africa
Last Friday, on World Literacy Day, we were reminded once again of the power of knowledge and the profound impact it can have on individuals and communities.