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    Big Promises, Short Lives: The Lifecycle Problem of African Corporate Venture Capital

    The recent closure of ARM Labs Lagos Techstars Accelerator is not an isolated case.

    Nigeria’s Auto-Tech Scene Is Quietly Battling a Co-Founder Retention Crisis

    Co-founder exits are not unique to Nigeria’s auto-tech sector, but the frequency and timing of these departures are troubling.

    How Valuable Are ESOP Plans in African Tech? Fawry Offers a Compelling Case

    For every Fawry, there are countless tech startups where ESOPs might turn into little more than unfulfilled promises.

    Just Like in Fintech, New Secondary Funds Are Coming for Africa’s CleanTechs

    Moniepoint's early investors recently secured significant returns through secondary sales during the company's $110M Series C round. Now, investors in Africa's clean technology sector aim to replicate—and even surpass—this success.
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    African Startup Deal Tracker — Newest Deals

    Here’s a closer look at the notable under-the-radar investment activity we’re tracking this month.

    Delivery Hero Moves to Finalise Glovo Takeover in Morocco, Months After Antitrust Probe

    The Moroccan filing signals the final stage of integrating Glovo’s local operations under Delivery Hero’s direct and exclusive control.

    mPharma Founder Gregory Rockson Steps Down as CEO After 11 Years

    The leadership shuffle marks a pivotal moment for one of Africa’s most prominent healthtech startups.

    Facing a Telco Onslaught, Djamo’s Answer Is Now a Banking License and a New Model

    This onslaught of well-capitalized competitors has forced Djamo to find new territory.

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    African Startup Deal Tracker — Newest Deals

    Here’s a closer look at the notable under-the-radar investment activity we’re tracking this month.

    Delivery Hero Moves to Finalise Glovo Takeover in Morocco, Months After Antitrust Probe

    The Moroccan filing signals the final stage of integrating Glovo’s local operations under Delivery Hero’s direct and exclusive control.

    Programmable Naira: The Stablecoin Project Drawing Top Global Crypto Players to Nigeria

    Nigeria is quickly becoming the epicenter of Africa's stablecoin revolution.

    Updated: Heike Harmgart Is Building the EBRD’s West Africa Team. Here’s Who’s on It So Far

    The EBRD’s push into Sub-Saharan Africa is being orchestrated by a team of seasoned insiders.