In a significant policy shift, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and Whatsapp, has announced the termination of its third-party fact-checking program in…
3 key trends that will sustain long-term growth in Africa
A troubled murmur spread through the investment community in recent months, built on speculation that Africa’s economies are losing momentum after a decade of…
Nuren, an ecommerce firm for brides and mothers, scores $2m series A from Gobi Partners
Anyone who’s gotten married will tell you – weddings are stressful. It’s a ton of work and drowning in the details, which can take…
Fintech startup Momo raises $28m from Standard Chartered’s VC arm, Goldman Sachs
Vietnam-based fintech startup Momo today announced it obtained US$28 million in series B funding from Standard Chartered Private Equity and global investment bank Goldman…
The 6 biggest obstacles startups face in Africa
Emerging businesses in Africa overwhelmingly fuel the economy and provide the majority of local jobs. Globalization has presented African entrepreneurs with a unique opportunity…
