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“We are delighted to partner with ISA to support the development of solar energy in Africa,” said Alain Ebobissé, CEO of Africa50. “This partnership will help to accelerate the deployment of solar energy in Africa and improve the lives of millions of Africans,” he added.

Norfund, the Norwegian development finance institution, has invested R160 million (approximately $9.8 million) in South African firm Nafasi Water Technologies.

Ivorian fintech startup Cauridor has secured $3.5 million in seed funding to enhance its payment infrastructure, support expansion efforts, and strengthen its presence in new markets.

Zanifu, a Kenyan fintech company that provides inventory financing to micro, small, and medium-sized businesses (MSMEs), has raised $11.2 million in debt-equity funding in a pre-Series A round.