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The $500,000 funding was led by A15, a prominent MENA venture capital firm, with the participation of several angel investors.
Founded in 2021, Buguard has emerged as a beacon of cybersecurity expertise in the Egyptian tech ecosystem.
The startup’s unique blend of advanced technologies and proactive security measures aims to counteract the increasing sophistication of cyber threats targeting both businesses and individuals.
Buguard’s approach to cybersecurity incorporates a blend of machine learning, behavior analysis, and real-time monitoring to swiftly identify and neutralize emerging threats.
The startup’s commitment to proactive cybersecurity solutions positions it as a critical player in an era where cyber attacks continue to grow in frequency and complexity.
Buguard intends to invest in the latest funding round to accelerate its expansion plans.
The company intends to intensify its efforts in bolstering digital defences across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.
“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.

Tech giant Microsoft has unveiled plans to invest approximately USD 285 million (ZAR 5.4 billion) by the end of 2027 to enhance its hyperscale cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure in South Africa.

Accra-based impact fund Sahara Impact Ventures has disclosed a new investment in Agriarche, a Nigerian agtech startup targeting post-harvest inefficiencies that suppress farmers’ revenue and sustainability.

Khula, a South African agritech startup dedicated to empowering farmers through a digital platform, has secured an undisclosed investment from a PepsiCo fund.