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    Where Did All the Nigerian VCs Go? Inside the 2025 Funding Drought 

    We looked through our data and uncovered a jarring reality: in 2025, Nigerian VCs are eerily quiet—even after some announced headline-making fundraises. For local founders, this isn’t just a data point; it’s a big concern.

    The AI-Resilient Professional: Future Careers in the Age of Automation

    Hoosen Essof (Head of Employability) and Deepti Govind (Intern) at Regent Business School, write from Durban, South Africa.

    From QED to Norrsken22: The Lead Investors Pulling Others Into Africa’s Hottest Tech Deals in 2025

    In a market still defined by currency shocks, regulatory overhauls and capital flight, getting a lead investor on board is often the difference between a round closing — or stalling.
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