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Schoolap wins the DRC round of Seedstars World

Tuesday, September 25th, 2018 at 1:58pm
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MEST launches its fourth tech hub in Nairobi, Kenya
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L’Oréal invests in Partech Africa Fund

Monday, September 24th, 2018 at 4:52pm
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Online shopping platform Mall for Africa expands its services to Mombasa
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Andela’s first set of developers complete their four-year fellowship
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BitPesa, SBI Remit Partner for Blockchain Cross-Border Payments Between Japan And Africa
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How PesaPal’s Mobile PoS Solution Sabi is Powering Mobile, Card & Cash Payments for Merchants

Friday, September 21st, 2018 at 4:36pm
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Egypt’s healthcare marketplace Vezeeta raises $12m to expand into new markets

Thursday, September 20th, 2018 at 1:38pm
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Uber Tuk Tuks launch in Dar Es Salaam, Mombasa as uberPOA
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As Uber, Taxify Strike Over Poor Rates, An Nisa Launches to Take Women & Children Home

Nigerian logistics startup Kobo360 raises US$1.2 million seed round

Nigerian logistics startup Kobo360 raises US$1.2 million seed round

On Saturday, June 30th, 2018 at 12:15am by Charity Mbaka

Nigerian-based logistics startup Kobo360 has raised $1.2 million in pre-seed funding round soon after being accepted into the YCombinator class of 2018. The round was led by Western Technology Investment and Nigeria’s Verod Capital Management. Kobo360 has developed an Uber-like app that…

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This Kenyan startup has raised $1.2 million to deliver solar energy to more homes in the country

This Kenyan startup has raised $1.2 million to deliver solar energy to more homes in the country

On Thursday, June 7th, 2018 at 9:34am by TechMoran

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Fuzu launches in Uganda to shape the future of the country’s job market

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Fuzu launches in Uganda to shape the future of the country’s job market

On Wednesday, June 6th, 2018 at 8:02pm by TechMoran

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Here Are The Pros And Cons of Founding A Business With Your Friend (s)

Here Are The Pros And Cons of Founding A Business With Your Friend (s)

On Monday, April 23rd, 2018 at 3:52pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

Starting a business is one thing but the question of who you are working with to start the business is also very important. Obviously, you cannot do this on your own. You need friends. To help you decide if you and your…

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Nigerians Love Romance And Political Non-fiction-Magnus Okeke, OkadaBooks

Nigerians Love Romance And Political Non-fiction-Magnus Okeke, OkadaBooks

On Wednesday, April 11th, 2018 at 6:09pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

Before the ‘proliferation’ of startups in Nigeria, OkadaBooks has been existing since 2013. The startup won the MTNApp challenge in 2013. Fast forward to today, the startup is not resting on its oars as it was recently selected as one of the startups…

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Important Questions To Ask Before Working On Your Startup Idea

Important Questions To Ask Before Working On Your Startup Idea

On Tuesday, April 10th, 2018 at 5:13pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

You have this very creative and innovative business idea which may seem like the perfect opportunity to increase your revenue and grow your organization. But, have you stopped to consider what the risks are in the new venture? Sure, it may appear…

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Mistakes To Avoid When Naming Your Startup

Mistakes To Avoid When Naming Your Startup

On Thursday, April 5th, 2018 at 6:14pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

Some entrepreneurs and startup owners attach little or no importance to the name they give their startup. Unknown to them, their business name will get used more and last longer than any other investment they make in your business. It’s essential that…

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We Are Enabling Online-video Learning In Places Where It isn’t Economical for the Average Student-Sam Bhattacharyya

We Are Enabling Online-video Learning In Places Where It isn’t Economical for the Average Student-Sam Bhattacharyya

On Tuesday, March 27th, 2018 at 4:20pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

Dot Learn is making online video learning accessible in places where internet is too slow/expensive to watch online video. In this interview, we spoke with Bhattacharyya who told us about dot Learn, recanted his experience at the “Next Billion Ed-tech competition” at the…

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We Are Creating a Hybrid Financial Infrastructure That Is Equally Accessible and Efficient-Elizabeth Rossiello, CEO, BitPesa

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We Are Creating a Hybrid Financial Infrastructure That Is Equally Accessible and Efficient-Elizabeth Rossiello, CEO, BitPesa

On Saturday, March 24th, 2018 at 1:42pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

Being ambitious is great. However, making that ambition a reality is one of the biggest challenges many people are currently facing. This is not the case for Elizabeth Rossiello, the CEO and founder of Bitpesa, one of Kenya’s leading digital payment platforms….

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Become A Bootstrapping Expert With These Hacks

Become A Bootstrapping Expert With These Hacks

On Monday, March 19th, 2018 at 3:40pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

As you begin your startup journey, the thought of raising money can be very intimidating. If you are not ready to take a bank loan and crowdfunding doesn’t seem like a great option, it is a good idea to think about bootstrapping. Bootstrapping has…

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How Accelerators Can Catapult African Startups To Success

How Accelerators Can Catapult African Startups To Success

On Monday, March 12th, 2018 at 1:36pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

Startup accelerators, also known as seed accelerators, are fixed-term, cohort-based programs, that include mentorship and educational components and culminate in a public pitch event or demo day according to Wikipedia. In the continent of Africa, there so many accelerators that are looking to support innovative businesses and startup. Regardless,…

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We Apply Adaptive Technology Through Series of SMS That Help Students Practice Specific Skills in English and Math-Claire Mongeau

We Apply Adaptive Technology Through Series of SMS That Help Students Practice Specific Skills in English and Math-Claire Mongeau

On Thursday, March 1st, 2018 at 5:41pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

Nairobi-based edtech startup, M-Shule, recently emerged runner-up at the 2017 Global Edtech Startup Awards (GESA) held in London. M-Shule was one of the 15 finalists that took part in the final event from different parts of the globe. In this exclusive and revealing interview, Claire Mongeau talks about M-Shule, her…

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Interview: How Ayobami Oyaleke Is Tackling Unemployment In Nigeria Via Placement.ng

Interview: How Ayobami Oyaleke Is Tackling Unemployment In Nigeria Via Placement.ng

On Friday, February 23rd, 2018 at 3:27pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

Placements.ng is a search platform for graduate and undergraduate Internship program in Africa, scaling from Nigeria. The startup is playing a key role in reducing the level of unemployment in Africa by equipping interns with necessary skills to make them employable in…

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Deliveryman.ng launches with plans for ‘fast and secure’ last mile delivery in Nigeria

Deliveryman.ng launches with plans for ‘fast and secure’ last mile delivery in Nigeria

On Friday, January 26th, 2018 at 4:23am by TechMoran

Deliveryman.ng, an indigenous on-demand e-commerce logistics solution provider has launched in Nigeria to ensure clients get seamless, fast and secure last mile delivery in Nigeria. Pitching itself as an ultra fast and same day delivery organisation that is committed to meeting the…

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Hacks To Help Improve Your Networking Skills

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Hacks To Help Improve Your Networking Skills

On Monday, January 8th, 2018 at 4:51pm by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke

Networking is all about interacting with people to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts. Clearly, it is everything in the business the world. From gaining job opportunities to bringing in business for your company, networking is the key to success….

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On Agbada X: The best way to gain traction for your startup

On Agbada X: The best way to gain traction for your startup

On Wednesday, November 22nd, 2017 at 12:45pm by Daniel Anuoluwapelumi Moses

You don’t have a great product if you can’t pick up traction without spending money and getting word of mouth. — Everette Taylor, VP of Marketing @ Skurt Greetings to you there. I don’t blog entertainment but I’d love to give a brief…

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Nigerian EdTech company, ScholarX partners N-Power to empower more ypuths

Nigerian EdTech company, ScholarX partners N-Power to empower more ypuths

On Friday, November 17th, 2017 at 8:04pm by Daniel Anuoluwapelumi Moses

ScholarX, Inc., a fast-growing Technology start-up based in Lagos, is pleased to announce a partnership with N-Power, the Job Creation and Empowerment Initiative of the Social Investment Programme of the Nigerian Federal Government. ScholarX, Inc. has developed a mobile and web platform…

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The Best Affirmations for Entrepreneurs going through a rough time

On Sunday, November 12th, 2017 at 2:13pm by Brian Baraka

Entrepreneurship in Africa especially the Sub Saharan has been a topic that has drawn a lot of attention from a good number of people. It looks like one of the viral trends of the 21st century since the rise of”self branded” entrepreneurs…

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Kenya’s Unimall launches to give students a good shopping platform

Kenya’s Unimall launches to give students a good shopping platform

On Wednesday, November 8th, 2017 at 9:44am by Brian Baraka

Unimall a Kenyan startup is working to eliminate the hustle of sourcing out commodities and shopping needs for students. With a wide product line, the eCommerce company has made it possible for students to have easy access to products such as cooking…

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STARTUPS | Top Marketing Strategies for Startups

On Wednesday, October 11th, 2017 at 7:04pm by Brian Baraka

When you are a Startup, it is important to have a marketing strategy which will be suitable to help your business achieve its set goals. It is obvious that as you start off, you will find yourself under a great deal of…

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South Africa’s FiberTiger launches to help users find the best fibre deals & ISPs

South Africa’s FiberTiger launches to help users find the best fibre deals & ISPs

On Wednesday, October 11th, 2017 at 1:01am by TechMoran

FibreTiger, a South African fibre comparison tool has launched to help users to find if their area has fibre internet as well as find the best fibre deals and ISP providers in their area. Founded by Jacques du Rand, from a personal…

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PikiWash has washed up to 4000 bikes till date – Kanamugire Bicura, MD

PikiWash has washed up to 4000 bikes till date – Kanamugire Bicura, MD

On Tuesday, October 10th, 2017 at 4:31pm by Daniel Anuoluwapelumi Moses

The vehicle washing industry seem to be a very big one in Africa. Especially given that cars and motorcycles are always on the increase in cities, and the owners wants to keep them clean. While there might not be too many leople…

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ErrandDriverr launches in Nigeria to assist users run errands

ErrandDriverr launches in Nigeria to assist users run errands

On Wednesday, September 27th, 2017 at 11:54am by Olanrewaju Sodiq

There are 24 hours in a single day. Do you work that you barely have an hour to rest? Or to take credit of your home? Are you the kind that have the 9 – 5 job? Does your job require you…

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Senegal’s MaTontine wins the country’s round of Global Seedstars World Competition

Senegal’s MaTontine wins the country’s round of Global Seedstars World Competition

On Monday, September 25th, 2017 at 7:17pm by Susan Mwenesi

Senegal’s MaTontine is the winner of the Seedstars World competition in the country meaning that they will represent the country at the global final in Switzerland next year where they will compete for US$1 million that is up for grabs. The competition…

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Tunisian online finance news startup Ilboursa.com raises $400,000 to expand to Kenya & Nigeria

Tunisian online finance news startup Ilboursa.com raises $400,000 to expand to Kenya & Nigeria

On Sunday, September 24th, 2017 at 3:05am by TechMoran

Tunisian online finance news startup Ilboursa.com has raised $400,000 to expand to its news offerings in the MENA region and eventually expand to Kenya & Nigeria, reports Wamda. The French-language startup sold 33 percent of its equity to Tunisian investment firm COTIF Sicar…

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Invested Development’s Miguel Granier completes acquisition of iHub, Gearbox via BSP Fund

Invested Development’s Miguel Granier completes acquisition of iHub, Gearbox via BSP Fund

On Thursday, September 21st, 2017 at 10:05am by TechMoran

Invested Development’s Miguel Granier has completed the acquisition of iHub Limited and Gearbox via investment firm BSP Fund LLC as the space for techies starts a new life under new owners. The deal was announced in March awaiting regulatory approval by the…

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SMELP is Providing SMEs with Affordable Legal Services

SMELP is Providing SMEs with Affordable Legal Services

On Thursday, September 21st, 2017 at 1:01am by Christie Uzebu

For small businesses looking out for affordable legal services, SMELP is providing just that. SMELP, an acronym for Small to Medium Enterprises Legal Partnerships is a firm that provides legals services for SMEs. Founded in November 2016, the law startup is dedicated to partnering with…

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Bustops.ng Wants to Help You Easily Find Your Way Around Lagos

Bustops.ng Wants to Help You Easily Find Your Way Around Lagos

On Thursday, September 21st, 2017 at 1:01am by Christie Uzebu

If you live in Lagos without a car, you must have gone through that stress of not being able to find your way to your destination. Sometimes, you ask questions from people around, but it ends up worsening the situation. Bustops.ng wants…

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This Nigerian Startup is Enabling Users Book the Services of Verified Mechanics Online

This Nigerian Startup is Enabling Users Book the Services of Verified Mechanics Online

On Wednesday, September 20th, 2017 at 11:40pm by Christie Uzebu

You’ve probably gone through that embarrassing moment when your car develops a fault and leaves your stranded, especially in an area where getting a public vehicle is difficult. With TrackAMechanic, you can now easily access and order the services of mechanics within minutes….

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CityRun is Providing Lagosians with Parcel Delivery and Courier Services

CityRun is Providing Lagosians with Parcel Delivery and Courier Services

On Wednesday, September 20th, 2017 at 10:29pm by Christie Uzebu

Cityrun is a Lagos based provider of cost-effective parcel delivery and courier services. The on-demand pick-up service allows customers request for parcels to be picked up and delivered to and from most locations in Lagos According to the team, “we apply the…

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