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    Nigeria’s SEC Proposes New Rules Targeting Startups Raising Capital via Bonds and Commercial Papers

    The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is shaking things up for startups seeking...

    From Workflow Tech to Identity Leader: Nigeria’s Seamfix Secures $4.5 Million for Next Phase

    Seamfix, a 17-year-old Nigerian identity solutions leader, secured its first institutional investment of $4.5...

    Fuzé Investment Series: Ivorian Agritech Startup Aftermarket Makes the List

    Fuzé, Digital Africa’s investment vehicle, has announced its latest investment in Aftermarket, a Côte...

    Is Bolt Leaving Nigeria Behind? New $237 Million Raise Raises Concerns

    Estonian ride-hailing company Bolt, a major competitor to Uber in Africa, has secured a...
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