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International

African Unity Day 2023: Our Africa, Our Future

April 19, 2022

  Each year, citizens in countries across Africa set aside a day to recognize the many things that make the continent unique. The day, known as Africa Day (or African Unity Day) is commemorated on May 25, the date the Organization of African Unity (OAU) was founded. Read more about International Days The Story of … Continue reading African Unity Day 2023: Our Africa, Our Future

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EDUCATION Press Release

AWARI: The Great Wall of the Benin Kingdom – A Book Launch Celebrating African Heritage

April 19, 2022

  Keko Africa is delighted to invite the public to its highly anticipated book launch event on May 25, 2023. This event, taking place at the prestigious Ebony Life Place, aims to commemorate African Day by unveiling a remarkable literary work entitled “AWARI: The Great Wall of the Benin Kingdom.” This captivating book chronicles the … Continue reading AWARI: The Great Wall of the Benin Kingdom – A Book Launch Celebrating African Heritage

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BUSINESS

Strategies for Building and Scaling Service Businesses in African Markets

April 19, 2022

  Building and scaling service businesses in African markets requires a deep understanding of the unique dynamics and opportunities present in the continent. With its diverse markets, rapid urbanization, and emerging middle class, Africa offers immense potential for service-oriented enterprises. In this essay, we will explore strategies, supported by examples and illustrations, on how to … Continue reading Strategies for Building and Scaling Service Businesses in African Markets

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Opportunities

The Access Bank and Udacity Advance Africa Scholarship Program 2023

April 19, 2022

  If you are a young person and you’d like to begin your journey to a career in tech, here’s an opportunity for you to learn the ropes for free. Access Bank and Udacity are offering 1,000 Nanodegree scholarships covering learning programs for some of the most in-demand tech skills. Read more about Opportunities As … Continue reading The Access Bank and Udacity Advance Africa Scholarship Program 2023

Opportunities

The Accelerate Africa Pre-Accelerator Program 2023 for Early-Stage Startups

April 19, 2022

  Prosper Africa, a US government initiative that links African businesses with new buyers and suppliers, is partnering with Future Africa to organize the Accelerate Africa Program. The program is a pre-accelerator which will last for 7 weeks. It will work with African startups to get accepted into leading global technology accelerators, and secure funding … Continue reading The Accelerate Africa Pre-Accelerator Program 2023 for Early-Stage Startups

TECH

Nigerian Startups Topped Africa’s PropTech Funding Table in 2022

April 19, 2022

  Nigerian PropTech startups garnered the most funding from investors for companies in the space within Africa in 2022. They received a large chunk of total financial support coming into the property technology space on the continent. That’s according to a report on Africa’s real estate industry published by Mixta Africa. Read more about Tech … Continue reading Nigerian Startups Topped Africa’s PropTech Funding Table in 2022

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BUSINESS TECH

Autochek Bolsters Presence in North Africa with AutoTager Acquisition

April 19, 2022

  Approximately ten months after Autochek expanded into North Africa through the acquisition of Morocco’s KIFAL Auto, the mobility company has acquired a majority stake in AutoTager, an Egyptian automotive technology company that simplifies the process of finding and buying cars. This strategic move aims to further strengthen Autochek’s presence in North Africa. Read more … Continue reading Autochek Bolsters Presence in North Africa with AutoTager Acquisition

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Opportunities

$25,000 In Funding on Offer in the African Impact Challenge 2023

April 19, 2022

  Entries are currently ongoing for the Africa Impact Challenge. If you run a tech-driven venture and you’re seeking quality training, interaction with forward-looking founders from across Africa, and funding for your enterprise, this is an opportunity you should consider taking advantage of. Read more about Opportunities Starting from its launch, the Africa Impact Challenge … Continue reading $25,000 In Funding on Offer in the African Impact Challenge 2023

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FinTech TECH

Trends Reshaping Payment Processing In Africa

April 19, 2022

  Payment processing in Africa has undergone significant changes in recent years due to advancements in technology, increasing demand for digital payments, and regulatory reforms. This has led to the emergence of new trends that are reshaping the payment landscape in Africa. In this article, we will examine some of the key trends that are … Continue reading Trends Reshaping Payment Processing In Africa

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Opportunities

She Leads Africa High Growth Coaching Program 2023

April 19, 2022

  She Leads Africa is currently accepting applications for its High Growth Coaching Program. If you are a female social entrepreneur and you’re seeking support to help you scale your organization and expand its impact, here is an opportunity you may want to explore. Read more about Opportunities She Leads Africa High Growth Coaching Program … Continue reading She Leads Africa High Growth Coaching Program 2023

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Opportunities

The AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator Program 2023

April 19, 2022

  Applications are currently open for the AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator Program 2023. If you run an early-stage FinTech and you’re seeking technical support and business resources that will enable you to successfully scale your startup, you should consider applying for this opportunity. Read more about Opportunities The AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator is an initiative … Continue reading The AWS FinTech Africa Accelerator Program 2023

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TECH

Flat6labs Launches $95m Fund to Back East and West African Startups

April 19, 2022

  Flat6Labs, a prominent seed investor in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, has recently declared the establishment of a new Seed Fund worth US$95 million. The purpose of this fund is to foster the growth and advancement of early-stage technology startups across Africa. Flat6Labs boasts a successful history of thoroughly evaluating and … Continue reading Flat6labs Launches $95m Fund to Back East and West African Startups

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FinTech TECH

Flutterwave Partners With Africa FinTech Summit

April 19, 2022

  Flutterwave has been named as the Lead FinTech Sponsor for the 2023 Africa FinTech Summit, which will take place on April 12, 2023, in Washington, D.C. Additionally, the summit will be held in an African city that will be disclosed in November 2023. Flutterwave’s sponsorship is timely as it has recently obtained licenses in … Continue reading Flutterwave Partners With Africa FinTech Summit

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BUSINESS

Top 10 Business Advice from Top African CEOs

April 19, 2022

  Africa has been the focus of attention for entrepreneurs and investors for years. The continent offers vast opportunities for business growth and expansion, but it also comes with its unique challenges. To help African businesses thrive, experts have provided valuable advice based on their years of experience in the industry. In this article, we … Continue reading Top 10 Business Advice from Top African CEOs

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Politics TECH

Collate Africa, Launched to Enhance Election Transparency

April 19, 2022

  Collate Africa, a real-time election results monitoring platform has been launched by Oo Nwoye, the founder of Fonebase Labs and co-creator of the project. Nwoye explains that many people had placed their faith in INEC’s technology but were ultimately let down, which led him and his colleagues to seek solutions to enhance transparency. Read … Continue reading Collate Africa, Launched to Enhance Election Transparency

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