Kenya’s annual tech gathering, Africa Tech Summit (Nairobi) is off to a great start, packed with insightful talks, panels and mixers.One of the interesting companies meet would be HoaQ – they focus on identifying and partnering with exceptional founders who are developing innovative solutions to address unique challenges and opportunities within Africa and its global communities. HoaQ provides strategic guidance, industry connections, and ongoing support to fuel the growth and success of these ventures. Represented by Folakemi Osho (General Manager) and Yewande Odumosu, HoaQ will be hosting a roundtable on Thursday, February 13, 2025 [Register to join: https://lu.ma/ulybbqho] – For…
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Unveiled at the 2024 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue, the Innovate for Impact Challenge invites forward-thinking entrepreneurs from around the globe to present breakthrough technologies aimed at revolutionizing agriculture. This initiative aligns with the World Food Prize Foundation’s mission to elevate innovations and inspire action toward alleviating global hunger. Key Highlights Global Call for Startups: Open to startups worldwide, with a special emphasis on innovation and sustainability Live Pitch Event: Finalists will showcase their AgTech solutions during the 2025 Borlaug Dialogue Top Prize: The winning startup will receive $50,000 to further their impact on global food security Eligibility Criteria The Challenge is open…
Tony O. Elumelu – Founder & Chairman, The Tony Elumelu Foundation – TEF [📸Author] Tony O. Elumelu is renown for his significant contributions to Africa’s economic growth and entrepreneurship. He is the Founder & Chairman of Heirs Holdings (a pan-African investment company with interests in financial services, energy, real estate, and healthcare); Chairman of United Bank for Africa – UBA (a leading financial institution operating in over 20 African countries); and Chairman of Transcorp (a diversified conglomerate with investments in power, hospitality, and Oil & Gas). Beyond business, Elumelu is Founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), which drives entrepreneurship…
UfarmX Founder & CEO, Alexander Zanders [📸 Author] Alexander Zanders is Founder & CEO at UfarmX ® (Techstars ’24) – an AgTech company dedicated to transforming agriculture in Africa by empowering smallholder farmers through advanced technology and innovative solutions. In his piece (original article here), he shares about the immense opportunities and challenges in Africa’s agricultural sector, emphasising that with nearly 70% of the world’s remaining arable land and over 500 million smallholder farmers, Africa holds the key to meeting global food demand.He discusses:1. How technology can bridge gaps in financial inclusion and market access.2. The critical role of data-driven…
Chris Maclay has announced that Jobtech Alliance (where he is a Program Director) is looking for a ‘born entrepreneur’, with experience working as an operator in the jobtech space. The Jobtech Alliance is an ecosystem-building initiative focused on fostering inclusive jobtech in Africa. Launched in late 2021 by Mercy Corps and BFA Global, it aims to support digital platforms that connect individuals to work opportunities, thereby enhancing livelihoods across the continent. His LinkedIn post reads: Who knows of an amazing Nigerian who wants to join our team at the Jobtech Alliance? 😍 We’re looking for someone to lead our work…
For anyone headed to the Africa Tech Summit in Nairobi this week, make the most of your time at ATS 2025 to connect, learn, and explore new opportunities with Ventures Platform portfolio companies. Here’s a guide: Richard Oyome, Victor Alade, and Sodruldeen M. of Raenest – a modern, multi-currency platform for Africans that makes managing money across borders easy. Raenest is a headline sponsor of ATS 2025! Their team will be on-site, ready to connect, answer your questions, and share insights into their innovative financial products. Rotimi Thomas, Co-founder & CEO of SunFi – an energy fintech platform that connects…
Café One Enugu launches (L, R]: Arinze Chilo-Offiah (Director General of the Enugu SME Centre and Special Adviser to the Governor on Digital Economy and MSMEs); Prof. Chidi Onyia (Secretary to the State Government) … [📸Arinze Chilo-Offiah] ENUGU, NIGERIA – Enugu State has launched “Café One Enugu,” a modern coworking and coffee space, designed to provide a collaborative and inspiring environment for entrepreneurs, remote workers, creatives, and tech professionals to innovate. Arinze Chilo-Offiah, Prof. Chidi Onyia Café One Enugu is a partnership between the Enugu State Government, the Enugu SME Centre, and Café One whose General Manager, Kelechi Nwaozuzu and…
Egyptian fintech startup Khazna has secured a $16 million pre-Series B funding round, bringing its total funding to $63 million. The fresh capital is intended to support Khazna’s application for a digital banking license in Egypt and to facilitate its expansion into the Saudi Arabian market through strategic partnerships. Khazna was founded in 2019 by Omar Saleh, Ahmed Wagueeh, and Fatimah El Shenawy. Initially launched as an earned wage access platform, Khazna has evolved into a comprehensive financial services provider, offering a “financial super app” tailored for underserved communities in Egypt. The app’s services include general-purpose credit, buy now pay…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7aEjXZOk_g [🎥ERNS MEDIA] Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama’s speech at the recently-held 2025 Africa Prosperity Dialogues (January 30- February 01, 2025 ) is even more poignant today. He issued a compelling call to action, urging African nations to seize the immense $3.4 trillion economic potential that lies within the continent. He emphasised that Africa’s path to prosperity hinges on strategic investments in infrastructure, industrialization, and youth empowerment. Industrialisation: From Raw Materials to Finished Goods For too long, Africa has remained a supplier of raw materials while the economic gains from value addition occur elsewhere. Mahama stressed the urgency of shifting from…