In a region where access to capital remains a key challenge for many startups, Egypt Ventures, for example, has emerged as a model of how government-backed venture capital can play a catalytic role.
While this diversification may be seen as a strategic way to hedge risks, experts say this could inadvertently undermine the confidence in local founders and ecosystems.
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The newly formed entity, to be known as Ignite Energy Access, is projected to serve over 15 million people across 14 African nations, leveraging a combined operational footprint and a shared ambition to tackle energy poverty.
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Equator plans to deploy the fund across 15 to 18 startups, writing checks of $750,000 to $1 million for seed-stage companies and up to $2 million for Series A rounds.
