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    The US Startup Controlling Nigeria’s $1.1bn Clean Energy Pipeline Just Raised $74m

    Odyssey’s deepest institutional footprint is in Nigeria.

    Four Startups, One Lead Investor: Inside Atlantica’s African AI Infrastructure Thesis

    A Lagos-based venture firm has backed four AI-native infrastructure start-ups in 18 months.
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    Egypt’s Regulator Extends Deadline for Non-Banking Finance Companies to Increase Capital

    The FRA’s regulatory framework mandates that the issued and paid-up capital for the specified non-banking finance companies should not be less than EGP 75 million (approximately USD 1.5 million) or its equivalent in foreign currencies, based on the exchange rate set by the Central Bank of Egypt

    Egypt’s Lucky ONE Secures $3M to Expand Credit Platform and Regional Footprint

    The funding marks a significant milestone for the company as it accelerates its path to profitability, targeting Q1 2025 for this achievement.

    North Africa Operations Save Jumia as Currency Woes Land Heavy Blows in Nigeria

    North Africa, primarily driven by Egypt, witnessed growth, while West Africa, heavily reliant on Nigeria, experienced a decline.

    VertoFX Processed $2.5B in Nigeria in 2023, Names First Country Manager to Lead Local Growth

    Utilizing a purpose-built tech infrastructure and payment rails, businesses can instantly send and receive money in over 170 countries and convert between 49 currencies. Today, VertoFX supports over 4,000 businesses, from startups and SMEs to large corporate companies.

    Egypt’s Qardy Secures Seven-Figure Pre-Seed Funding to Boost SME Lending in Egypt

    Since its soft launch in late 2022, Qardy has rapidly gained traction, onboarding over 1,000 corporate clients and facilitating loan transactions worth more than $12 million.

    Want to Raise a VC Fund in Africa? Expect a Year and a Half to Establish Your Track Record

    Only 32% of established investment managers and 26% of emerging investment managers work full-time on their investment vehicles.

    Cameroon’s Kiro’o Games Makes History: First Black African Game on Xbox

    “It’s the first time a game made in sub-Saharan Africa and by Africans will be present on a gaming console.”

    Zimbabwe’s National Venture Capital Fund Hunts for Investors in Local Startups

    National venture capital funds are rare in Africa, but where they exist, they have demonstrated effectiveness.

    Local vs. Global Buyers: The Dominant Exit Path for African Startups

    International acquisitions typically show higher average values compared to domestic exits

    Havaíc Raises $15M to Back African Startups Scaling Into New Markets

    This latest fund marks a substantial increase from Havaíc’s previous ventures.

    WhatsApp Faces Nigeria Exit Over $220 Million Fine, Amidst Low African Revenue

    Globally, Meta generated $75.5 million in revenue during the same period, with the remaining $8.4 million coming from regions outside of North America and Europe, including Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East.

    Flutterwave Expands in Ghana with Enhanced PSP License

    Statista projects the Ghanaian digital payments market to reach $7.46 billion in 2024, with a projected CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 14.81% leading to a market size of $12.96 billion by 2028.

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    The US Startup Controlling Nigeria’s $1.1bn Clean Energy Pipeline Just Raised $74m

    Odyssey’s deepest institutional footprint is in Nigeria.

    Four Startups, One Lead Investor: Inside Atlantica’s African AI Infrastructure Thesis

    A Lagos-based venture firm has backed four AI-native infrastructure start-ups in 18 months.

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    African Startup Deal Tracker — Newest Deals

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