Startups
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Visa She’s Next Kenya Finalists: Who Will Win KES 2.5 Million Grant?
Visa announces five finalists for She’s Next Kenya program, offering grants, training, and mentorship to women entrepreneurs across various industries.
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15 Startups to join Women In Tech KES 22 Million Programme
The 7th Cohort of the Women in Tech Program empowers 15 Kenyan female-led startups with training, mentorship, and funding.
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Apply Now for $1 Million Seed Funding in the Future of Capitalism Competition!
Apply now for the Future of Capitalism competition to win up to $1M seed funding for innovative tech startups. Deadline:…
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Empowering African Tech: Join the Africa Technology Expo on June 22, 2024
The Africa Technology Expo on June 22, 2024, showcases African tech innovation with networking, competitions, and industry insights.
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ThriveAgric Partners with Visa to Expand into Kenya
ThriveAgric partners with Visa to support 10,000 Kenyan farmers through local hubs, enhancing financial inclusion and agricultural productivity.
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Microsoft Hosts Groundbreaking AI Fest to Propel African Startup Revolution in 2024
Microsoft's African Startups AI Fest in Johannesburg aims to empower startups with AI tools and support for global expansion.
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Safaricom Spark Accelerator Program Unveils 1st Cohort of 9 Startups
Safaricom Spark Accelerator Program launches with nine startups aimed at societal and economic growth through innovative technology solutions.
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Nominations Now Open for Obuntu LaunchPad Program Supported by MEDA
MEDA partners with Obuntu Foundation to support African fund managers, enhancing their skills and resources through the Obuntu LaunchPad Program.
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Visa Fintech Accelerator Program Unveils Startups Joining 2nd Cohort
Visa Fintech Accelerator program second cohort includes startups from 28 countries, focusing on innovation and female leadership.
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OpenseedVC Launches $10M Fund to Empower Technology Entrepreneurs in Africa and Europe
OpenseedVC launches $10M fund to invest in tech startups in Africa and Europe, offering capital and expert support.
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Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies List of 2024 Features 5 Kenyan Firms
Discover the top companies on Africa’s Fastest Growing Companies 2024 list, highlighting key innovations and economic advancements across the continent.
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Google’s Hustle Academy Re-launches with Enhanced AI Focus to Boost African SMBs
Google's Hustle Academy reopens, enhancing its curriculum with AI training to boost SMBs in Sub-Saharan Africa through 2024.
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Prominent Kenyan Ventures to Shine at Africa Tech Summit London, June 7, 2024
Africa Tech Summit London 2024 showcases leading Kenyan tech startups among 15 ventures at the London Stock Exchange on June…
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Africa’s Business Heroes Competition Extends Application Deadline, Offers $1.5M Prize
Africa’s Business Heroes competition extends 2024 deadline, enriching African entrepreneurs with training, networking, and US$1.5 million in grants.
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Two Kenyan Startups Join Inaugural Google Generative AI Cohort
Google's AI Cohort includes two Kenyan startups, focusing on health and education through generative AI to tackle societal challenges.














