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A Unique Opportunity to Build a Blue Venture in Africa
A new initiative that aims to to support and accelerate the development of ventures in southern Africa’s blue economy is now open for applications.
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- Environment, Investing
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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African Entertainment Firm MultiChoice Renews Distribution Deal with Disney+
The partnership kick-started a new phase of international expansion for the American streaming platform, as it planned to launch in 42 countries across 11 territories.
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- Technology
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Arnergy, Which Provides Solar Power Systems to Homes and Businesses in Nigeria, Raises $3 Million
Arnergy was launched as a provider of sustainable energy services intended to deliver clean and reliable energy for businesses or homes.
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- Energy, Technology
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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India’s Small Exporters Reel as Red Sea Crisis Helps Rivals Nab Business
In India, small exporters - who account for 40% of the country's annual merchandise exports worth some $450 billion - have warned that job losses have started and could soar if the attacks, which began late last year, become prolonged.
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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How an African Streaming Service Dethroned Netflix
Showmax sits at the top of the market with a vast library of local content, partnerships with Comcast and HBO, and exclusive access to the biggest football leagues in the world.
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- Technology
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Côte D’Ivoire and IMF Ink $1.3 Billion Deal to Tackle Climate Change
This initiative underscores a global commitment to supporting vulnerable nations on their path to sustainability and resilience against environmental adversities.
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- Environment
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
- Tags
- climate change
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B2B Platform Zandaux Launches African E-Commerce Marketplace
Its stated ambition is to become the ‘Alibaba of Africa.’
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- Technology, Telecommunications
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Partech Closes Its Second Africa Fund at $300 Million+ to Invest from Seed to Series C
Amid a backdrop of global VCs and institutional investors pulling back from Africa, Partech Africa’s recent fund closure is significant.
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- Investing, Technology
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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