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Nigerian fintech startup Zeeh Africa gets funding to consolidate financial data

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Nigerian fintech startup Zeeh Africa gets funding to consolidate financial data

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Nigerian fintech startup Zeeh Africa has funding to consolidate financial data in a single platform.

Zeeh Africa secured the funding from Tekedia Capital, a firm investing in mainly technology-anchored companies operating in any industry, including finance. Founded in 2022, Zeeh Africa specializes in unifying financial data in one place, offering a comprehensive solution for businesses and individuals.

 

The startup plans to utilize the funds to further develop its cutting-edge financial data consolidation platform, which aims to revolutionize how financial institutions manage and analyze vast amounts of data. By offering a unified solution, Zeeh Africa aims to tackle the challenge of fragmented financial information across various systems and platforms, enabling banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions to streamline their operations efficiently.

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Ghanaian cleantech startup Kofa secures funding to make clean energy affordable and accessible

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Ghanaian cleantech startup Kofa secures funding to make clean energy affordable and accessible

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Kofa, a dynamic startup based in Ghana, has secured funding to revolutionize the energy sector with its pioneering Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model.

In a bid to overcome the limitations of traditional energy storage systems, Kofa has set its sights on powering the nation’s future with a sustainable and innovative approach. Kofa’s game-changing BaaS model allows customers to access advanced battery technology without the hassle of upfront costs or ownership.

 

This transformative service allows residential and commercial clients to tap into the advantages of energy storage without bearing the burden of heavy capital investment. By proactively harnessing renewable energy sources, Kofa aims to bridge the gap between intermittent power supply and constant demand. Kofa’s recent funding round was led by Mercy Corps Ventures, Shell Foundation, UK’s FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office), and Wangara Green Ventures.

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Nigerian B2B e-commerce startup Sabi raises $38 million in Series B funding

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Nigerian B2B e-commerce startup Sabi raises $38 million in Series B funding

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Sabi, a prominent B2B African e-commerce platform, has raised $38 million in Series B funding at a valuation of $300 million.

The substantial valuation was driven by a consortium of investors, including Commerz Ventures, Norrsken22, Fluent Ventures, Proof VC and pan-African early-stage investors CRE Venture Capital and Janngo.africa Capital. The funding injection will fuel Sabi’s expansion plans, enhance its technological infrastructure, and bolster its market presence across multiple African countries.

 

Sabi’s platform seeks to revolutionize how B2B transactions are conducted in Africa, providing a seamless digital marketplace for buyers and sellers to connect, negotiate, and trade goods and services. By leveraging technology and economies of scale, Sabi has successfully transformed the traditional B2B landscape, simplifying complex procurement processes and streamlining supply chains for businesses of all sizes.

 

The new funding will enable Sabi to develop its platform further, enhancing its features and user experience. Additionally, Sabi plans to invest significantly in its logistics network and expand its reach to underserved regions, ensuring that businesses across Africa can access a reliable and efficient B2B e-commerce ecosystem. The success of Sabi reflects the increasing investor interest in African startups and highlights the untapped opportunities within the B2B e-commerce space.

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Kenya to launch 1 million locally assembled smartphones by July

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Kenya to launch 1 million locally assembled smartphones by July

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Kenya, a vibrant hub of technological innovation in Africa, has embarked on an ambitious plan to roll out 1 million locally assembled smartphones by July.

The Kenyan government, in collaboration with industry stakeholders, is implementing the comprehensive plan to promote domestic smartphone assembly. “Based on feasibility studies undertaken, we can locally assemble smartphones at a unit cost of about $40. We’ve partnered with the private sector to ensure in the next two months, we can roll out our first consignment of low-cost smartphones,” ICT Cabinet Secretary Eliud Owalo said.

 

This endeavor is driven by the recognition that local production contributes to the national economy, creates employment opportunities, and enables technology transfer and skill development. The move marks a significant milestone in Kenya’s journey towards self-sufficiency and promoting a thriving digital ecosystem.

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TIZETI and Microsoft partner to bring affordable internet to 5 million people in Ivory Coast

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TIZETI and Microsoft partner to bring affordable internet to 5 million people in Ivory Coast

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TIZETI, one of the leading internet service providers in West Africa, has partnered with Microsoft to address the challenge of broadband underdevelopment in Cote d’Ivoire.

This collaboration aims to expand affordable and reliable internet access to more than 5 million people across the country, fostering digital inclusion and driving economic growth. Côte d’Ivoire, like many other African nations, faces challenges in providing widespread access to high-quality and affordable internet connectivity.

 

Recognizing this opportunity, Tizeti and Microsoft have joined forces to bridge the digital divide and empower individuals, businesses, and communities with seamless internet access. As part of the partnership, Tizeti will leverage its expertise in deploying cost-effective solar-powered Wi-Fi towers and its innovative “Complimentary Wi-Fi” model to provide affordable internet connectivity to underserved areas of Côte d’Ivoire.

 

Microsoft’s support will enable Tizeti to scale its operations and enhance its network infrastructure, ensuring that more communities can benefit from reliable broadband access. This partnership is expected to facilitate the implementation of digital initiatives in various sectors, such as education, healthcare, agriculture, and e-commerce, unlocking new opportunities for growth and development.

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Proparco backs DisrupTech Ventures with $5 million to invest in Egypt’s fintech space

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Proparco backs DisrupTech Ventures with $5 million to invest in Egypt’s fintech space

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Proparco, a leading development finance institution, has invested 45 million in Disruptech Ventures to accelerate the growth of Egypt’s fintech sector.
 

DisrupTech Ventures is an early-stage venture capital fund aiming to provide seed funding to up to 28 startups. The VC fund raised $36 million from several investors, including Development Finance Institutions, Funds-of-funds and Family offices. The investment is projected to be an important financing source for Egyptian tech companies, which often struggle to raise capital to bring their innovations to market.

 

Launched two years ago, DisrupTech was established to support early-stage Fintech and Fintech-enabled digital services startups focusing on Egypt. The firm adopts a hands-on approach from the beginning, partnering with talented entrepreneurs to transform their vision into reality.

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Fingo Africa teams up with Ecobank to become Kenya’s first neobank

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Fingo Africa teams up with Ecobank to become Kenya’s first neobank

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Siemens Fingo Africa, a YC-backed fintech, has partnered with Ecobank to launch the first neobank in Kenya.
 

The collaboration marks a significant milestone in Kenya’s banking sector and sets the stage for a new era of accessible and innovative banking solutions. Founded in 2021, Fingo aims to empower youths to create a wealthier Africa with distinctly designed financial products. The startup’s collaboration with Ecobank combines the agility and innovation of a neobank with the stability and expertise of an established financial institution.

 

Fingo seeks to deliver financial services such as savings, insurance, and credit to its users at cheaper transfer fees, subsidized rates at pay bills, and cash-back rewards, among other features.

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 ADF, Smart African Alliance join forces to boost digital trade in Africa.

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ADF, Smart African Alliance join forces to boost digital trade in Africa

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Siemens The African Development (ADF), in partnership with the Smart Africa Alliance, has launched a new project to drive digital trade in Africa.

The $1.5 million project will support the implementation of digital trade facilitation systems in several African countries. Burundi, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia, are among the countries that will benefit from the project. The DATC project is expected to improve trade efficiency in Africa by reducing transaction costs, enhancing predictability, and reducing trade-related risks.

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YALI, Microsoft ADC partner to empower African youth with digital skills

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YALI, Microsoft ADC partner to empower African youth with digital skills

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The Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI) has partnered with Microsoft Africa Development Center (ADC) to improve the digital skills of young people in the East Africa region.

Through this partnership, YALI and Microsoft ADC will work together to equip African youth with the digital skills they need to succeed in the 21st-century workforce. The partnership will leverage the YALI network of young leaders and Microsoft’s resources to provide training and mentorship in digital skills such as data analysis, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing.

This will help young Africans acquire the technical skills and knowledge required for jobs in the digital economy, where demand for skilled workers is rapidly increasing.

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