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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.

    ‘This Team Gave Everything’: Natalie Dowsett’s 11th-Hour Plea to Save OX Delivers

    The Warwickshire-based maker of "flat-pack" electric trucks for Africa is facing liquidation unless a rescue deal is found by the weekend. It is a stark reversal for a company that recently touted a $163m expansion deal.

    The Elumelu-Backed Fintech Doubling Down on Nigeria’s Payment Rails

    Redtech, the Nigerian fintech subsidiary of Tony Elumelu’s Heirs Holdings, has announced it processed $20.6bn (₦30tn) in total transactions during the 2025 financial year.
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    Mapping Africa’s VC Firepower: Which Funds Still Have the Most to Deploy?

    Earlier this year, we released a comprehensive report on newly launched funds in Africa targeting African startups. Eight months into the year, the majority of funding rounds across the continent have seen participation from firms featured in that report.

    How a Nigerian Engineer Helped Build a $1 Billion Fintech Giant

    'The job title never really meant much to me. I wasn’t someone who chased the corporate ladder.'

    The Legal Booby Traps That Sink Early-Stage Startups

    What advising dozens of African and global founders has taught me about the hidden legal pitfalls startups can't afford to ignore.

    Law, Loops, and Lock-Ups: Behind the Deal That Gave Lesaka a Banking License

    This is not just an acquisition — it’s a balance sheet restructuring disguised as strategic expansion.

    The Rulebook for Egypt’s Fintech Startups Has Changed. Here’s How to Get Licensed

    Existing fintech startups must apply for a license within 12 months.

    The Hidden Forces Behind Africa’s Startup-led Acquisition Wave

    From fintech to healthtech, energy to logistics, a calculated acquisition trend is sweeping through Africa’s tech landscape.

    From Regulation to Surveillance: How Nigeria’s New Investment Act Gives Govt Unchecked Access to Tech Firms’ Data — And More

    From P2P lending to crypto to fintech and algorithms, the government is now interested in everything in tech.

    The “Zap” Clash: Lessons in Trademark Due Diligence for African Startups

    Whether you’re a fintech in Lagos, an e-commerce platform in Cairo, or a SaaS company in Cape Town, understanding these key trademark rules could mean the difference between scaling smoothly and facing a legal roadblock.

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    ‘This Team Gave Everything’: Natalie Dowsett’s 11th-Hour Plea to Save OX Delivers

    The Warwickshire-based maker of "flat-pack" electric trucks for Africa is facing liquidation unless a rescue deal is found by the weekend. It is a stark reversal for a company that recently touted a $163m expansion deal.

    The Elumelu-Backed Fintech Doubling Down on Nigeria’s Payment Rails

    Redtech, the Nigerian fintech subsidiary of Tony Elumelu’s Heirs Holdings, has announced it processed $20.6bn (₦30tn) in total transactions during the 2025 financial year.

    South Africa’s Lula Bags $21M to Double Down on SME Lending

    The Cape Town-based fintech has secured R340m ($21m) in local currency funding from the Dutch development bank FMO to bridge the country's massive credit gap.

    A Sigh of Relief for Kenyan EV Founders as Long-Awaited Policy Lands

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