The BRT system is expected to provide a faster, more efficient, and more affordable means of transport. Dubbed BRT 3, the transit line will feature zero-emission electric buses and will introduce intelligent transport system features. With the new funding, the government of Kenya will be able to further expand the BRT system, which renewable energy sources will power.
Nigerian agritech startup ThriveAgric has joined forces with global payments giant Visa to empower Kenyan farmers.
Moniepoint Inc., a Nigerian fintech company, has received regulatory approval to acquire Kopo Kopo, a Kenyan credit startup. The transaction value has not been disclosed.
The Mastercard Foundation and the Institut Pasteur de Dakar (IDP) have unveiled a $45million partnership to strengthen Africa’s healthcare infrastructure and foster vaccine manufacturing autonomy.
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