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Just Like in Fintech, New Secondary Funds Are Coming for Africa’s CleanTechs
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The Ecosystem Within: Nigerian Startups Partner More With Each Other Than With Outsiders
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Want to Raise a VC Fund in Africa? Expect a Year and a Half to Establish Your Track Record
Only 32% of established investment managers and 26% of emerging investment managers work full-time on their investment vehicles.
August 6, 2024
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African Tech Startups: The Ups and Downs of AfDB’s Venture Capital Portfolio
The Alitheia IDF Fund, for instance, saw its carrying value increase from $4.2 million in 2022 to $5.1 million in 2023, indicating successful investments and positive performance.
July 11, 2024
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Starlink’s potential entry into Namibia has generated significant interest, particularly among rural and underserved communities.
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Egypt Nears $1B Fund of Funds Deal to Back Local VCs and Startups After Initial $50M Win
The fund has already backed prominent venture capital firms such as Endure Capital, which in 2022 closed its $50 million Africa-focused fund.
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