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Safaricom, M-PESA Africa, and Sumitomo Corporation Launch the Spark Accelerator

The Spark Accelerator initiative is a testament to the unwavering commitment of these industry leaders to empower the next generation of innovative minds and is poised to change the game for startups.

by Joel Omulo

Safaricom, M-PESA Africa, and Sumitomo Corporation Launch the Spark Accelerator

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MultiChoice Amplifies Climate Change Innovation: The 2024 Earthshot Prize (£1 million)

As a pivotal member of The Earthshot Prize Global Alliance, MultiChoice is taking the lead in reaching out to African entities striving to make a significant difference in the planet's reparation and rejuvenation.

by Joel Omulo

MultiChoice Amplifies Climate Change Innovation: The 2024 Earthshot Prize (£1 million)

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Kenyan Pharmaceutical Pioneer: WHO Approval for Malaria Drug Production

Universal Corporation Limited, a Kenyan pharmaceutical company, has set a significant milestone by becoming the first African manufacturer to receive the World Health Organization (WHO) approval for the production of a life-saving malaria drug, a remarkable feat for African healthcare.

by Joel Omulo

Kenyan Pharmaceutical Pioneer: WHO Approval for Malaria Drug Production

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Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: AWIEF Conference 2023 Gains Major Sponsors

Scheduled for Nov. 9th and 10th. 2023, the AWIEF2023 Conference and Awards are poised to take place at the Kigali Convention Centre, Rwanda. With significant sponsors, including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, AGRA, Ecobank, Flutterwave, and Jasiri, this event is set to be a game-changer.

by Joel Omulo

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: AWIEF Conference 2023 Gains Major Sponsors

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Kenyan Firm Among 10 Startups Receiving $50,000 Funding from Sahara Group

Through its Sahara Impact Fund (SIF) Fellowship program, the Sahara group recently awarded $50,000 (Sh7.5 million) in seed funding to 10 remarkable startups. Among them is Ecorich Solutions, a Kenyan firm making waves in the realm of sustainability.

by Joel Omulo

Kenyan Firm Among 10 Startups Receiving $50,000 Funding from Sahara Group

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BasiGo Wins Top Mobility & Logistics Honor at the Global Startup Awards Africa

BasiGo, a Kenyan company, is shining brightly with its groundbreaking Pay-As-You-Drive model. BasiGo's impressive strides have not gone unnoticed, as it recently clinched the prestigious Mobility and Logistics award at the Global Startup Awards (GSA) Africa Summit.

by Joel Omulo

BasiGo Wins Top Mobility & Logistics Honor at the Global Startup Awards Africa

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Turbulence at Flutterwave: CFO Resigns Amid IPO Uncertainty

A surprising twist has left Africa's fintech behemoth, Flutterwave, facing an unexpected hurdle. The abrupt resignation of its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Oneal Bhambani, has raised questions about the company's much-anticipated initial public offering (IPO).

by Joel Omulo

Turbulence at Flutterwave: CFO Resigns Amid IPO Uncertainty

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Revolutionizing Event Discovery: Knit Technologies Launches Innovative App

Knit Technologies Limited's Co-founder and Team Lead, Fela Bank-Olemoh, introduced the world to "Knit," an app that transcends conventional event promotion platforms. This innovative application is set to revolutionize the way people engage with and approach events.

by Joel Omulo

Revolutionizing Event Discovery: Knit Technologies Launches Innovative App

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