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    Startup Nurseries: The Companies Birthing the Next Unicorn Founders in Africa

    Understanding which African startups are fostering this upward mobility is crucial, as it not only hints at where the next generation of African founders will emerge but also reveals which companies might not enforce non-compete clauses or other restrictive legal terms.

    The African Startup Playbook: Insider Secrets from Employee-Turned Founders

    Africa's emerging startup ecosystem is a closely connected network of former employees.

    Can Interest Rate Cuts Return Funding for African Startups to Its Glory Days?

    The current depressed climate in African venture capital is characterized by a dramatic reduction in both deal volume and value.

    Equity Exit at a Later Stage is the Holy Grail for African Angel Investors

    Beyond equity exits, many angels are also interested in other financial gains.
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    Mirova Funds East African Climate Tech Firm KOKO in Clean Energy Push

    The scale of the challenge KOKO is tackling is immense.

    Africa’s Top Remittance Markets Targeted by New Wave of Fintechs

    In 2023, remittances from Moroccans living abroad reached a record €10.71 billion, with France, Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Italy being key sending countries.

    Egypt’s Swvl Hints at Pakistan Re-entry Three Years After Abrupt Exit

    A critical question remains: why, despite its financial difficulties, would Swvl even consider returning to Pakistan?

    Global VC Antler Steps In as Startup Accelerators Struggle in Nigeria

    In just a week, over 1,000 founders have applied for Antler Nigeria's first cohort.

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    Mirova Funds East African Climate Tech Firm KOKO in Clean Energy Push

    The scale of the challenge KOKO is tackling is immense.

    Africa’s Top Remittance Markets Targeted by New Wave of Fintechs

    In 2023, remittances from Moroccans living abroad reached a record €10.71 billion, with France, Spain, Saudi Arabia, and Italy being key sending countries.

    Free Money & Fast Clocks: The Latest Funding Deadlines for African Startups

    This new feature will keep you in the loop, tracking the latest micro-opportunities that can provide the crucial capital injection your startup needs.

    Post Mortem: YallaXash — How a Promising African Remittance Fintech Collapsed, Leaving 50 Creditors in Limbo 

    Before its demise, YallaXash boasted an extensive network of over 12,000 physical payout locations in Morocco through partnerships with local financial institutions and cash transfer services.