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Did you know that over 525 million people used the internet in Africa in 2019? If current growth trends continue, almost 75% of Africans are expected to come online by 2030.
African Changemaker
Getnet Aseffa
Getnet is an Ethiopian computer scientist enthusiastic about making a breakthrough in the capability of AI systems to think, learn and create and use cutting-edge technology to help leapfrog Africa into the future.
He is the Founder of iCog Labs, a renowned AI and Robotics Research and Development Company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. As the Founder of iCog Labs, Getnet has been pivotal in fostering innovation and technological advancement in Ethiopia and beyond. His leadership and expertise positioned iCog Labs as a prominent player in the AI and robotics industry, not only in Ethiopia but also on a global scale.
Under Getnet’s visionary leadership, iCog Labs has emerged as a hub of innovation, research, and development. With a mission to harness the power of AI for social impact, iCog Labs has spearheaded numerous projects and initiatives, transforming various sectors and improving lives across the country.
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Charles Oyamo is a Kenyan entrepreneur and the founder of Rethread Africa, a pioneering startup focused on tackling environmental challenges by transforming agricultural waste into biodegradable textile materials.
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A consortium of leading institutions, including the SA SME Fund, the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI), the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), and E Squared Investments, has launched a R300 million (approximately $17 million) seed fund aimed at supporting tech startups in South Africa.
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AMAKA Studio has raised $2 million in seed funding, aimed at advancing its mission of empowering Black and African creators worldwide.
