The Netflix matchup between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul has redefined what a modern boxing event can be, fusing old-school boxing prestige with digital-age…
Here’s why African edtech startups are struggling to find a viable business model
At its peak Nigerian Elvis Chidera’s edtech startup reached over 120 000 users across West Africa. Over 100 students subscribed to use his startup’s…
Smart meter firm Conlog, Tshimologong launch blockchain incubation programme
Durban-based smart metering solutions provider Conlog has partnered with Wits University’s Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct to launch a blockchain incubation programme, Reapele. The programme —…
Accion Venture Lab launches second edition of Company Builder programme
Accion Venture Lab, the seed-stage investment initiative of global non-profit Accion, has launched the second edition of its Company Builder programme, applications for which…
Ingressive Capital launches new call for African tech startups to tap $5m fund
Ingressive Capital, a $5-million venture fund focused on early-stage African startups, is looking to invest tickets sizes of up to $100 000 in tech…
Lagos-based digital publisher Publiseer wins Startup World Cup Nigeria finals
Lagos-based free digital publishing platform Publiseer has won the Startup World Cup Nigeria regional final, securing a ticket to represent the country at the…
Here’s all you need to know about the Entrepreneurship World Cup
With 118 prizes up for grabs, the Entrepreneurship World Cup is open to all entrepreneurs, across all stages of development, anywhere in the world.
Women In Africa 54 Awards applications to close on Friday
Paris-based Economic development platform Women In Africa aims to promote, support and accelerate innovative enterprises run by African female entrepreneurs
Top startup events in South Africa, Africa you should know about this week [10/2/2019]
Arguably this week’s biggest event is the African Tech Summit Kigali which kicks off on Wednesday (13 February) in the Rwandan capital. Games are…
SA SME Fund commits R110m to hardware tech incubator Savant
Gordhan said at least half of the R110-million will be invested in black African-owned businesses.
Zimbabwe’s Strive Masiyiwa announces $100m Masiyiwa Rural Challenge Fund
Econet Wireless founder Strive Masiyiwa will launch a $100-million revolving fund for young Zimbabwean rural entrepreneurs and rural-focused ventures. Masiyiwa (pictured above) made the announcement…
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