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    Udoh Charles

    Charles has carved a niche at the forefront of Africa’s booming tech scene. With years of experience, Udoh has become a go-to expert for multi-million dollar deals in venture capital, private equity, and intellectual property across a vast landscape — from Delaware and New York to Singapore and South Africa. But his expertise extends beyond just the legalese. Udoh is also a corporate governance, data privacy, and tax whiz. An award-winning writer and researcher, he’s passionate about chronicling Africa’s startup story, cementing his position as a true pioneer in the field.

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    The ₦1.2M Problem: Why a Single New Rule Could Cripple Nigeria’s Fintech Agents

    Now these same companies face rules that could fundamentally break their model.
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    Green Light for Growth? Decoding the New US Beneficial Ownership Rule for African Startups

    The immediate impact of this rule change is a significant reduction in compliance obligations for most African startups that have chosen the US as their base.

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    The Cost of Non-Compliance: A Bento Africa Lesson for Every African Startup

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    Bloomberg President Leads $6M Investment in African Recommerce Platform FARO

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