Joel Omulo

Nine Startups Selected for Safaricom's Spark Accelerator Program

Safaricom, in collaboration with M-PESA Africa and Sumitomo Corporation, has announced the selection of nine innovative startups to participate in the Spark Accelerator Program. This initiative aims to support visionary founders in scaling their businesses.

by Joel Omulo

Nine Startups Selected for Safaricom's Spark Accelerator Program

News Funding Startup Updates

South African Startup Orca Fraud Secures USD 550K Pre-Seed Funding

Orca, a pioneering South African startup dedicated to combating fraud in emerging markets, has successfully raised $550,000 in a pre-seed funding round. This innovative company collaborates with banks and fintechs to tackle various types of financial fraud, a growing concern in the region.

by Joel Omulo

South African Startup Orca Fraud Secures USD 550K Pre-Seed Funding

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Nigerian Fintech Startup Brass Acquired by Paystack-Led Consortium

Nigerian fintech startup Brass has been acquired by an investment group led by Paystack. The financial terms of the deal remain undisclosed, but the acquisition marks a significant consolidation in the Nigerian fintech industry.

by Joel Omulo

Nigerian Fintech Startup Brass Acquired by Paystack-Led Consortium

Founders

The Resilient Journey of Kenyan Vivian Nyaga, Founder Viv's In-Houz Spa

Viv's In-Houz Spa is a mobile spa service primarily serving ladies and couples in Nairobi County and its adjacent areas. Vivian's journey is a testament to resilience, passion, and an unwavering commitment to making self-care accessible for everyone, especially women.

by Joel Omulo

The Resilient Journey of Kenyan Vivian Nyaga, Founder Viv's In-Houz Spa

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SA’s Payment24 and Mastercard Partner to Boost EMV Adoption in EEMEA’s Fleet Sector

South Africa’s Payment24 has strengthened its partnership with Mastercard. This collaboration aims to enhance security and drive innovation within the fleet and fuel payment industry across Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

by Joel Omulo

SA’s Payment24 and Mastercard Partner to Boost EMV Adoption in EEMEA’s Fleet Sector

News Resources Startup Updates

WFF Startup Innovation Awards: A Call to African Agri-Food Innovators

African agri-food startups are invited to apply for the prestigious WFF Startup Innovation Awards, a global competition designed to support and showcase innovators and entrepreneurs utilizing technology to transform agri-food systems sustainably.

by Joel Omulo

WFF Startup Innovation Awards: A Call to African Agri-Food Innovators

News Companies

South Africa's Pepkor Reports Earnings Decline Amid Import Disruptions

Pepkor Holdings (PPHJ.J), a prominent South African discount retailer, reported a 3.1% decrease in half-year earnings, attributing the decline to persistent supply chain disruptions at local ports. These disruptions have significantly impacted the company’s ability to import merchandise.

by Joel Omulo

South Africa's Pepkor Reports Earnings Decline Amid Import Disruptions

Founders

The Visionary Journey of Nigerian Usman Ishaq Karofi and Umkar Tech & Soft Solutions

Nigerian entrepreneur Usman Ishaq Karofi embarked on a transformative journey, establishing Umkar Tech & Soft Solutions with a vision to bridge technological gaps and drive innovation across various industries.

by Joel Omulo

The Visionary Journey of Nigerian Usman Ishaq Karofi and Umkar Tech & Soft Solutions

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