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    Why Egypt’s 10m Instalment Customers Have Become Africa’s Most Fought-Over Fintech Asset

    In less than a year, the user base nearly tripled.

    Tax Breaks and ‘Theatrical’ Reforms: Can Article 35 Finally Unlock Ivorian Tech?

    Côte d’Ivoire’s efforts signal a shift in attitude: digital startups are no longer seen as boutique hobbies .
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    Malls as Modern Marketplaces: Reinventing Relevance in the Digital Age

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    The AI-Resilient Professional: Future Careers in the Age of Automation

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    The Hidden Infrastructure of Innovation: What Makes Some Spaces More Creative Than Others?

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    Venture Building Could Save Startups As Investors Hit Funding Brakes

    The days of funding future value without clear fundamentals are coming to an end.

    Journey to Exit: Key Lessons African Series C Companies Must Learn

    Building an African startup through different stages of growth can be tough, but insights from those who have been there and done it could be the much-needed guide.

    From Algeria to China: ASEP Trip Taught Me the Power of Speedy Execution for Vandista

    The ASEP exchange program in China is part of the Algerian Startup Learning Expedition Program, implemented by Algeria Venture, an initiative of the Ministry of Knowledge Economy, Startups, and Micro-enterprises.

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    Why Egypt’s 10m Instalment Customers Have Become Africa’s Most Fought-Over Fintech Asset

    In less than a year, the user base nearly tripled.

    Tax Breaks and ‘Theatrical’ Reforms: Can Article 35 Finally Unlock Ivorian Tech?

    Côte d’Ivoire’s efforts signal a shift in attitude: digital startups are no longer seen as boutique hobbies .

    Can a $1,000 Buy-In Solve Kenya’s Early-Stage Funding Gap?

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