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    Egypt’s Regulator Extends Deadline for Non-Banking Finance Companies to Increase Capital

    The FRA’s regulatory framework mandates that the issued and paid-up capital for the specified non-banking finance companies should not be less than EGP 75 million (approximately USD 1.5 million) or its equivalent in foreign currencies, based on the exchange rate set by the Central Bank of Egypt

    WhatsApp Faces Nigeria Exit Over $220 Million Fine, Amidst Low African Revenue

    Globally, Meta generated $75.5 million in revenue during the same period, with the remaining $8.4 million coming from regions outside of North America and Europe, including Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East.

    Catalyst Partners Seeks Approval for Egypt’s First SPAC

    SPACs, relatively new to the Egyptian market, are shell companies that raise funds through an initial public offering (IPO) to acquire an existing company within a specific timeframe.

    Inside Revamped SPAC Rules in Egypt: What Pre-IPO Startups Need to Know

    Founders must retain 100% of their shares until the profitability condition is met and maintained for two fiscal years.
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