
AgDevCo Invests $7 Million in Planting Naturals to Scale Sustainable Palm Oil in Sierra Leone
AgDevCo has invested $7 million in Planting Naturals, a Sierra Leone-based producer of certified organic palm oil.
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Islam is a fintech leader and a driving force behind the advancements in digital payments and financial technology in Africa.
He is the Co-Founder and CEO of Paymob, a fintech
company based in Egypt. Paymob specializes in digital
payment solutions and financial technology services, primarily targeting
emerging markets.
Shawky has played a crucial role in establishing and leading
Paymob to become a prominent player in the fintech industry. His leadership
and entrepreneurial vision have driven significant advancements in digital
payments and financial services.
Shawky’s expertise and thought leadership in digital payments
in Africa have been widely recognized. He has been invited to speak at
numerous industry events and conferences, sharing his insights and shaping the
discourse around fintech innovation.
AgDevCo has invested $7 million in Planting Naturals, a Sierra Leone-based producer of certified organic palm oil.
Standard Bank has committed $10 million to the African Women Impact Fund (AWIF), a move aimed at empowering women fund managers across Africa.
Egyptian fintech startup Munify has successfully closed a $3 million seed funding round, spearheaded by the Silicon Valley accelerator Y Combinator, with backing from BYLD and Digital Currency Group (DCG).