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Shell Foundation and Accion Announce New Programme to Finance and Scale Emission-Reducing Technologies in Emerging Markets
The Climate and Finance Innovations (ClimaFii) Alliance seeks to bring financing and sustainable energy solutions to microenterprises across India and sub-Saharan Africa.
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- Energy, Technology
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- Global
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Bboxx, Radiant Yacu Launch Affordable EV Insurance, Benefitting 130,000 Rwandan Motorbike Riders
Innovative “Bboxx Protect” cuts costs by over 40%, accelerates EV adoption, and boosts financial inclusion in Rwanda.
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- Finance, Technology, Transportation
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Riceberg Ventures Launches $20 Million Fund to Support DeepTech Startups in India
The fund plans to invest in 25-30 startups globally, with an average ticket size of USD 0.5 million per investment.
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- Technology
- Region
- Asia Pacific
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South African SAAS Startup TACo Raises $1.6 Million to Power AI Sustainability Platform
The company’s impact-driven approach has garnered support from investors who align with its vision of driving measurable benefits for people, the planet, and profit.
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- Environment, Investing, Technology
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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- climate change, data, innovation, startups
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Indonesia’s Skor Technologies Raises $6.2 Million in Pre-Series a Funding Led by Argor Capital
The capital raised will be focused on helping the business achieve scale while growing the team with key talents across the organization.
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- Finance, Technology
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- South Asia
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Solar Energy Developer Secures $415 Million to Power the World’s Largest Direct Air Capture Plant
The project will generate clean energy for DAC operations, aligning with Origis Energy’s mission to provide scalable decarbonization solutions.
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- Energy, Technology
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- North America
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- decarbonization, ESG, renewable energy, solar
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Nigerian Fintech Lemfi Secures $53 Million Series B Funding to Drive European Expansion
The new funding will enable Lemfi to secure additional licenses and form new partnerships while enhancing its offerings with localized services.
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- Finance, Technology
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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£3 Million Grant to Support Perovskite Solar Module Manufacturing in Africa
The project’s focus is on the potential of perovskite solar technology, a more affordable and energy-efficient alternative to traditional silicon-based solar cells.
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- Energy, Technology
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- Sub-Saharan Africa