South Africa’s smallest businesses are punching above their weight when it comes to job creation – but the system is still actively working against…
Affordable greenhouse company recognised as best startup in Kenya
A company responsible for constructing affordable, modern greenhouses has been recognised as the best startup in Kenya. This follows the winning pitch of Illuminum…
$100m fund launches to catalyse African entrepreneurship, job creation
A fund worth a whopping US$100-million has recently been announced to support nearly 1 000 entrepreneurs in Africa. The second of its kind within the last…
Microsoft, Ampion ‘accelerator on wheels’ to support 200 entrepreneurs
Global tech company Microsoft and pan-African entrepreneurship initiative Ampion have launched the latest “accelerator on wheels”. The Venture Bus will consist of 200 entrepreneurs and…
Seedstars World competition heads to Kenya for next leg, partners with CfC Stanic Bank
After naming duty-free shopping startup Airshop the winner of its round in Abidjan, the Seedstars World competition will next be taking place in Nairobi, Kenya…