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@VenturesAfrica shared
On Dec 30, 2022
Here is an inexhaustive list of the 20 most impactful women in Africa in 2022: https://t.co/OhtSV3hVXs
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20 African women of impact 2022

20 African women of impact 2022

Despite subtle systemic misogyny, more African women are looking past gender biases. Women are now spearheading impactful movements on...

@VenturesAfrica shared
On Dec 30, 2022
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Our top 20 most popular articles for 2022

Our top 20 most popular articles for 2022

From stories of innovation to economic upsets and unique insights about Africa, these were our top 20 most popular articles in 2022.

@AfriLabs shared
On Dec 30, 2022
AfriLabs Capacity Building Programme - 2022 in review - https://t.co/wQeFBAsMvy https://t.co/f08I8xFgF0
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Finishing 2022 strong

Finishing 2022 strong

Throughout the year, AfriLabs through the AfriLabs Capacity Building Programme (ACBP), executed a plethora of programs, workshops (physical and online) and awarded funding to …

@Ventureburn shared
On Dec 29, 2022
The journey of raising capital is filled with thrills, scares, and many ups and downs. None of that should dishearten you, though, because the reward of having a business to call your own is worth every headache and hurdle. https://t.co/2jmEIMjwBo
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Need funding in 2023 for your SME? Check out this list

Need funding in 2023 for your SME? Check out this list

The journey of raising funding for your start-up is filled with thrills, scares, and many ups and downs, writes Dr Thommie Burger.

@ReutersAfrica shared
On Dec 30, 2022
An Ivorian subsidiary of French telecoms company Orange was listed on West Africa’s regional bourse on Friday, following a successful initial public offering earlier this month. https://t.co/ODsC3civ7i https://t.co/ahoG0GGsJ2
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Ivory Coast's Orange subsidiary listed on West Africa regional bourse

Ivory Coast's Orange subsidiary listed on West Africa regional bourse

An Ivorian subsidiary of French telecoms company Orange was listed on West Africa's regional bourse on Friday, following a successful initial public offering earlier this month.

@Techpointdotng shared
On Dec 29, 2022
3/ Despite these challenges, some sectors like fintech, edtech, and agriculture are expected to see growth in VC interest. Francophone Africa is also expected to receive more funding. https://t.co/w1Uc2c3H5J
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From continued capital crunch to shortage of IT talent, what does 2023 hold for African startups?

From continued capital crunch to shortage of IT talent, what does 2023 hold for African startups?

With the year drawing to a close, Techpoint Africa spoke to a few investors with experience in the African market to get a feel of what the next year holds. Here are their thoughts and ...

@AfriFintech shared
On Dec 31, 2022
Africa's Weekly Fintech Review - December 31st - https://t.co/L69Y9HYuy2
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Africa's Weekly Fintech Review

Africa's Weekly Fintech Review

$5.3B USD raised by African startups in 2022, Afreximbank approves $1.5B USD for Carribean, Bezo Money raises $750K USD, and MUCH MORE!

@VenturesAfrica shared
On Jan 2, 2023
In the last decade, Africa has witnessed tremendous growth in innovators and innovations. Nothing demonstrates this more than the amount of funding generated in tech so far. https://t.co/XTpUgQUmqJ
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Notable innovations in Africa in 2022

Notable innovations in Africa in 2022

How are rockets designed to visit space? How do satellites transmit signals to phones and other gadgets? What’s the technology behind wireless charging? Interesting questions right?