“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.
Nigerian auto-tech startup Fixit45 has raised $1.9 million in a pre-seed funding round for expansion.
Kenyan renewable energy startup Hydrobox has secured $9 million in debt funding to expand its small hydro projects, delivering affordable and reliable electricity to underserved communities in Kenya.
Kenyan mobile operator Safaricom has partnered with fintech company Pezesha to offer micro-loans to users of its Pochi La Biashara business payment service.
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