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    Moniepoint-Backer Lightrock Africa Secures IFC Anchor for New $200M Growth Fund

    The World Bank Group's private sector arm is anchoring the Nairobi-headquartered manager's second African growth equity vehicle, which targets eight to twelve portfolio companies across Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa.

    Valu Expands to Jordan With $7m — but Its Fastest Growth Is Coming From Payments, Not Loan

    Egypt's largest consumer fintech posted its first full-year results since listing.

    African Startup Deal Tracker — Newest Deals

    Here’s a closer look at the notable under-the-radar investment activity we’re tracking this month.

    Dutch VC Aqua-Spark Secures $48m for African Blue Economy Fund, Backed by KfW and AgriFI

    The close marks the culmination of a fundraising process that began in 2021.