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Unveiling LEAP Africa’s Social Innovators Fellowship Programme (SIPA) 2024

LEAP Africa has opened applications for the 2024 edition of its Social Innovators Programme. Since its inception in 2004, LEAP Africa recognized the need to shift the narrative surrounding Nigerian youth.

by Joel Omulo

Unveiling LEAP Africa’s Social Innovators Fellowship Programme (SIPA) 2024

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Empowering Climate Startups in Sub-Saharan Africa: Village Capital’s Call for ESOs

Village Capital (VilCap), in collaboration with Norway's Norad, has initiated the Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship Africa program. This program is specifically designed to support Entrepreneur Support Organizations (ESOs) in Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, and Tanzania.

by Joel Omulo

Empowering Climate Startups in Sub-Saharan Africa: Village Capital’s Call for ESOs

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Seamfix Secures $4.5 Million Funding to Expand Across Africa

Seamfix, a pioneer in identity solutions across Africa, has marked a significant milestone with the successful closure of its first institutional funding round, securing $4.5 million from Alitheia IDF. This strategic investment positions Seamfix to accelerate its expansion beyond Nigeria's borders.

by Joel Omulo

Seamfix Secures $4.5 Million Funding to Expand Across Africa

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Disrupting Corporate Finance: Egyptian Fintech Startup Swypex Secures $4 Million Seed Funding

Egyptian fintech startup Swypex has stepped out of stealth mode, revealing its groundbreaking financial management platform tailored for businesses. With a recent infusion of $4 million in seed funding, Swypex is poised to revolutionize the corporate card market in Egypt.

by Joel Omulo

Disrupting Corporate Finance: Egyptian Fintech Startup Swypex Secures $4 Million Seed Funding

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Pan-African Fintech Startup Chipper Cash Returns to the US Market

Chipper Cash, a prominent pan-African fintech startup, has recommenced its operations in the United States. Following a comprehensive restructuring initiative that involved the removal of all US and UK roles, the company has refocused its workforce presence within Africa.

by Joel Omulo

Pan-African Fintech Startup Chipper Cash Returns to the US Market

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Amazon's South African Debut: A New Frontier in E-Commerce

Amazon has officially launched its marketplace in South Africa, marking its inaugural foray into the African continent. With the rollout of 3,000 pickup points, customers can also enjoy complimentary delivery on their initial purchase.

by Joel Omulo

Amazon's South African Debut: A New Frontier in E-Commerce

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Unlocking Potential: Google's AI Accelerator for African Startups

The Google for Startups Accelerator Africa is a virtual programme spanning three months, offering participating African startups invaluable mentorship, technical support, and access to a global network of experts and investors.

by Joel Omulo

Unlocking Potential: Google's AI Accelerator for African Startups

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Call for Applications for Data-Driven Digital Social Innovations in Africa

Enabel, HAUS, and ESTDEV join forces to launch a groundbreaking initiative aimed at catalyzing data-driven digital social innovations across Africa. The initiative seeks to identify and scale up innovative solutions that address pressing societal challenges through the power of data.

by Joel Omulo

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