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    New Noncompete Rule Means African Startups Headquartered in US May Face More Challenges Retaining Employees 

    A recent ruling by the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has stirred discussions regarding...

    South African Edtech Startup HyperionDev Raises $5M to Explore More UK Expansion

    In a move to fortify its position as a leading player in tech education,...

    Renew Capital Investment Series: Kenyan B2B Food Platform Farm to Feed Joins the Roster

    Renew Capital, an Africa-focused impact investment firm, recently announced its strategic investment in Farm...

    Here’s a Complete List of All Licensed Crypto Companies in South Africa

    In a recent announcement, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa addressed...
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    BCEAO’s annual report reveals why getting 100m people to ditch paper is a multi-year slog.

    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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    The 10GWh Rabat facility—led by Chinese giant Gotion High-Tech—marks the first integrated LFP battery site in Africa and the Middle East.

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    Egypt's largest consumer finance platform has built a business on financial inclusion, but a mysterious data discrepancy in its annual report raises questions about the true cost of that mission.