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Endure Capital Completes First Close of $50 Million Fund to Invest in Africa Start-Ups
Endure Capital has completed the first close of its new $50 million fund that will be used to invest in companies in the pan-Africa region.
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Analysis: How Female-Led Start-Ups Can Transform Africa
An African drive for gender equality and women’s empowerment has consequently given rise to women entrepreneurs and female-led startups on the continent.
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United Nations Development Program Allocates $1 Billion to African Startup Hubs
The African startup ecosystem continues to boom despite ongoing economic crises and long-standing structure issues related to education and training, funding, and infrastructure.
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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- infrastructure, startups
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Layoff Wave: Startups Failing in India? How Entrepreneurs Can Evade the Collapse
There are many reasons that lead start-ups to fail. The question is why are startups failing in India and how entrepreneurs can avoid it?
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Taco Bell Set to Invest $100 Million in Pan-India Expansion With 600 Outlets
The quick-service restaurant chain, with a presence across 19 cities, is set to open its 100th outlet later this month
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G20 Women’s Forum Accused of Excluding Indigenous Indonesians
Indonesian rights groups protest against dialogue for gender equality over alleged failure to address issues in North Sumatra.
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Press Release: DFC Commits $280 Million in Financing for Access Bank, Boosting Small Businesses in Nigeria
The loan will help address the financing gap for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and advance financial inclusion in Nigeria, including through the bank’s commitment to supporting women-owned and -led businesses.
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WES Mariam Assefa Fund Announces $1 Million in Grants to Advance Inclusive Employer Practices
The WES Mariam Assefa Fund announced US$1 million in grants to eight organizations to develop career pathways that support the economic mobility and success of immigrants and refugees.
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- North America