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    The American VC Firm Leading Many of Africa’s Top Fintech Deals

    "Growth at all costs will not win the day in this business cycle. Unit economics, product-market fit and clear paths to profitability are the keys to survival."

    Venture Building Could Save Startups As Investors Hit Funding Brakes

    The days of funding future value without clear fundamentals are coming to an end.

    North American & European Capital Floods Back into African Tech in April

    With major summits like AVCA’s Annual Conference underway, deal flow could accelerate — provided macroeconomic conditions stabilize.

    From Audits to Adventures: The Making of an African VC

    "I've seen brilliant pitch decks from founders who crumble under pressure… Now, I look for scars."
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    Egypt is stepping up efforts to attract venture capital following the launch of its long-awaited Startup Charter.

    Beyond Borders: The African Countries Attracting the Most Capital from Nigerian VC Firms

    Collectively, the data reveals a venture capital community in transition — albeit a cautious and selective one.

    Beyond the Handshake: How AI Is Forcing Universities to Rewrite Their Contract with Students

    With 39% of core skills expected to shift by 2030, universities are ditching the lecture hall for project-based 'technical hybrids' and AI-integrated curricula.

    Zero Fees vs. High Inflation: Why Cisco Is Doubling Down on Affinity Africa’s ‘Freemium’ Math

    When Affinity received its Savings and Loans license in 2022, it was the first such permit granted in over a decade.

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    Egypt Wants to Be Your LP: Applications Open for New $1bn Fund-of-Funds

    Egypt is stepping up efforts to attract venture capital following the launch of its long-awaited Startup Charter.

    Beyond Borders: The African Countries Attracting the Most Capital from Nigerian VC Firms

    Collectively, the data reveals a venture capital community in transition — albeit a cautious and selective one.

    MaxAB-Wasoko Swaps Founders for Operators in Hunt for Profitability

    Following the departure of Wasoko founder Daniel Yu as CEO late last year, the combined entity is now aggressively reshuffling its regional leadership...

    Beltone Widens Its Investment Stack to Capture Growth-Stage Winners

    The Cairo-based financial group is expanding its investment stack beyond early-stage bets.