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In Francophone West Africa, Payment Cards are Run by Banks, Not Fintechs
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Egypt’s Sawari Ventures Targets West and East African Startups in New $200M Fund
Approximately 70% of the total fund, or about $140 million, is earmarked for investments within Egypt over the next four to five years.
October 22, 2024
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Lapaire Raises $3.2M for Eye Care Expansion Across Africa
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October 16, 2024
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“We Succeeded in Acquiring the Tech Back” — iProcure Co-Founder Reflects on Journey Post-Administration
"We had to employ executives who took stock options and were paid four times our salary for something we spent eight years building."
October 15, 2024
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Kenya-Based VC Firm DOB Equity Pivots Investment Strategy Under New CEO
As DOB Equity embarks on this new chapter, the industry will be closely observing how the firm’s refocused strategy will shape its future.
October 14, 2024
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