Joel Omulo

Orange Egypt Opens Submissions for 2024 Social Venture Prize Competition

Orange Egypt has officially commenced the submission process for the Orange Social Venture Prize 2024. This prestigious competition offers Egyptian startups a chance to compete with enterprises from the Middle East and Africa for a share of €50,000 in prizes.

by Joel Omulo

Orange Egypt Opens Submissions for 2024 Social Venture Prize Competition

News Companies

AfriLabs and 2X Global Forge Partnership to Promote Intersectional Gender Lens Investment Initiatives

AfriLabs, a leading network organization dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa, has partnered with 2X Global, an influential global entity that amplifies investments aimed at empowering women economically.

by Joel Omulo

AfriLabs and 2X Global Forge Partnership to Promote Intersectional Gender Lens Investment Initiatives

Founders

A Vision Born from Necessity: Ghanaian Dora Naana Addotey and Add_Brand

Dora Naana Addotey embarked on a journey to revolutionize the natural juice market in Ghana with the founding of Add_Brand. Inspired by the scarcity of readily available natural juices, Addotey saw an opportunity to fill this gap with a product that not only quenched thirst but also promoted health.

by Joel Omulo

A Vision Born from Necessity: Ghanaian Dora Naana Addotey and Add_Brand

News Companies

Zeepay CEO Advocates for Consumer-Centric AI Adoption in Africa

Andrew Takyi-Appiah, the Co-Founder and CEO of Zeepay, has called for a consumer-focused approach to artificial intelligence (AI) adoption in Africa.

by Joel Omulo

Zeepay CEO Advocates for Consumer-Centric AI Adoption in Africa

News Companies Manufacturing

Spiro Secures $50 Million in Debt Financing for African Electric Vehicle Expansion

Spiro has established its presence in six African countries: Benin, Togo, Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda, and Ghana. With this new funding, the company is poised to expand into Cameroon and Morocco within the current year.

by Joel Omulo

Spiro Secures $50 Million in Debt Financing for African Electric Vehicle Expansion

News Companies

Copia Kenya to Lay Off 1,060 Employees Amid Financial Constraints

Online retailer Copia Kenya has announced a significant downsizing of its workforce, laying off 1,060 employees due to severe financial constraints. This decision reflects the broader challenges faced by startups in Kenya, particularly in securing funding and managing operational costs.

by Joel Omulo

Copia Kenya to Lay Off 1,060 Employees Amid Financial Constraints

News Companies

Schneider Electric Announces Key Appointments to Boost Growth in Anglophone Africa

Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, has announced two significant leadership appointments in the Anglophone Africa region.

by Joel Omulo

Schneider Electric Announces Key Appointments to Boost Growth in Anglophone Africa

News Companies Startup Updates

CartAgro: Revolutionizing Agricultural Trade in Nigeria

CartAgro, a pioneering Nigerian startup, has transformed the agricultural market with its innovative online platform, enabling farmers to sell their produce directly to consumers and businesses.

by Joel Omulo

CartAgro: Revolutionizing Agricultural Trade in Nigeria

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