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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.

Norrsken22, an Africa-focused venture capital firm, has closed its first African technology growth fund at $205 million, surpassing its target of $200 million.

Oze, a Ghanaian fintech startup specializing in digital recordkeeping and financial services for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), has received fresh funding from investors, including Visa and DEG.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the European Union (EU) have launched a joint initiative to drive project development across six sub-Saharan African countries: Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, and Senegal.