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    The Rise of Full-Time VCs: African Accelerators Pivot to Venture Capital in Record Numbers

    For many African-focused VC firms, transitioning to the VC model comes with thinking mostly like VCs.

    Africa’s Billion-Dollar Dream: Who Will Lead the Next Unicorn Wave?

    By the time they reach unicorn status, most African startups have extended beyond their home markets.

    Meet the Funder: Nobesuthu Ndlovu, Director SME, Old Mutual Corporate

    "Our focus is on sectors recovering well post-COVID, like manufacturing, trade, construction, technology, and retail services."

    Built in the Maghreb, Made in France: North African Startups Seek New Shores as French Support Grows

    For many, the move isn't simply a preference but a matter of business survival.
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    D.light Takes PAYGo Solar From Impact Funds to the London Stock Exchange

    A $50 million green bond listing marks the first time off-grid solar receivables from Africa have entered the public bond markets - and signals a structural shift in how energy access gets financed.

    African Startup Deal Tracker — Newest Deals

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

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    D.light Takes PAYGo Solar From Impact Funds to the London Stock Exchange

    A $50 million green bond listing marks the first time off-grid solar receivables from Africa have entered the public bond markets - and signals a structural shift in how energy access gets financed.

    African Startup Deal Tracker — Newest Deals

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

    While Others Fled, This Nigerian Corporate VC Kept Writing Cheques

    Whether the firm is a model to be replicated or an anomaly born of specific circumstances is a question that the market is still answering.

    A Reprieve for Kenya’s Electric Vehicles. But for How Long?

    Kenyan EV players are well aware of this cyclical pattern.