Joel Omulo

Malawian Lexson Solomon Transforming Lives Through Bridge 4 Africa

Despite being a charitable organization, the business model relies on the generosity of well-wishers and, more significantly, funds from Solomon's own pocket. Without any major donors or corporate sponsorships, Bridge 4 Africa continues to face financial challenges.

by Joel Omulo

Malawian Lexson Solomon Transforming Lives Through Bridge 4 Africa

News Companies

Safaricom and Mastercard Join Forces to Boost Payment Solutions in Kenya

Through this collaboration, Safaricom and Mastercard will enable Kenyan merchants to better serve their customers, not just locally but globally. The integration of Mastercard’s omnichannel acceptance solutions across M-PESA’s merchant platform will allow businesses to process payments seamlessly.

by Joel Omulo

Safaricom and Mastercard Join Forces to Boost Payment Solutions in Kenya

News Companies

Itana Partners with Accelerate Africa to Boost Early-Stage Entrepreneurship

Itana, a pioneering digital free zone dedicated to accelerating Africa’s digital economy, has announced a strategic partnership with Accelerate Africa, an accelerator program focused on supporting early-stage African entrepreneurs.

by Joel Omulo

Itana Partners with Accelerate Africa to Boost Early-Stage Entrepreneurship

News Funding Companies

Foodpreneurs Hub Secures $500,000 Pre-Seed Funding to Combat Food Insecurity in Africa

Foodpreneurs Hub, a Nigerian-based foodtech platform, has successfully raised $500,000 in pre-seed funding to advance its mission of combating food insecurity across Africa.

by Joel Omulo

Foodpreneurs Hub Secures $500,000 Pre-Seed Funding to Combat Food Insecurity in Africa

News Startup Updates Funding

Moroccan Startup Userguest Secures EUR2.2 Million Seed Funding for Expansion

Userguest, a Moroccan startup focused on helping hotels optimise their direct revenues, has successfully raised EUR2.2 million (US$2.4 million) in seed funding. The fresh capital will be directed towards accelerating the company's growth and driving innovation in its product offerings.

by Joel Omulo

Moroccan Startup Userguest Secures EUR2.2 Million Seed Funding for Expansion

Founders

Tanzanian Brenda Mati the Visionary Behind Mato Modeling Agency

Brenda's journey toward entrepreneurship was not a straight path. The late President Magufuli's leadership era saw many companies in Tanzania closing down, including the one that provided her livelihood.

by Joel Omulo

Tanzanian Brenda Mati the Visionary Behind Mato Modeling Agency

News Startup Updates Funding

Egyptian Fintech SETTLE Raises $2 Million in Pre-Seed Funding to Scale Globally

Egyptian B2B fintech startup SETTLE has successfully raised $2 million in a pre-seed funding round. The company is now poised to accelerate its transition into global markets while further developing its platform.

by Joel Omulo

Egyptian Fintech SETTLE Raises $2 Million in Pre-Seed Funding to Scale Globally

News Funding Startup Updates

Egyptian Edtech Startup Farid Secures $250,000 in Pre-Seed Funding

With the new funding, Farid is set to accelerate its growth by expanding its platform, developing new educational content, and hiring additional employees and trainers. The startup also aims to broaden its geographic reach by entering markets in Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

by Joel Omulo

Egyptian Edtech Startup Farid Secures $250,000 in Pre-Seed Funding

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