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    Cairo-based investors pivot from portfolio mark-ups to partial divestments and trade sales to satisfy foreign limited partners.

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    “Within three years of launch, we are processing for some of Africa’s leading brands.”
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    Egyptian Venture Funds Hunt for Cash Returns Amid Liquidity Crunch

    Cairo-based investors pivot from portfolio mark-ups to partial divestments and trade sales to satisfy foreign limited partners.

    Canal+ and General Catalyst Back African Payments Startup Moment in $22M Series A

    “Within three years of launch, we are processing for some of Africa’s leading brands.”

    Valu Tests New $20M Debt Deal amid Central Bank Squeeze

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