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Press Release: UNDP And African Leaders Launch Timbuktoo Initiative to Unleash Africa’s Startup Revolution
Promoted by the UNDP, timbuktoo aims to address critical gaps and work with African governments, investors, corporates, and universities, to support the African startup ecosystem.
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- Investing
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Asset-Light Healthcare Chain Rivia Launches Operations in Ghana
The healthcare startup offers comprehensive support in customer acquisition, financing, and technology to elevate patient service quality and expand clientele reach.
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- Health Care, Technology
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Oil and Pollution: A New Page Turns for Shell in Nigeria
Shell is selling off some of its historic activities in Nigeria.
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- Energy, Environment
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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The Emerging African Infrastructure Fund Raises $294 Million for Sustainable Projects in Africa
The EAIF will invest in infrastructure projects focused on the energy transition, low-carbon economies, and energy-efficient smart cities.
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- Environment, Investing
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Tanzanian Health-Tech Startup Dawa Mkononi Secures Funding to Enhance Healthcare Access
Its mobile application enables pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals to efficiently order medicines, while fintech features provide a seamless payment system.
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- Finance, Health Care
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Governor Abdulrazaq Inaugurates Steering Committee For SAPZ Project in Kwara, Nigeria
Supported by the Islamic Development Bank and counterpart funding from the state government, SAPZ is a $57.2m project designed to promote agroprocessing and sustainable farming.
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- Agriculture, Technology
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Sun King Secures USD $7 Million Boost From Lendable For Expanding Clean Energy Access In Africa
This collaboration between Sun King and Lendable stands as a testament to the shared vision of creating a more sustainable and inclusive energy future for Africa.
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- Energy, Technology
- Region
- Sub-Saharan Africa
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Analysis: What Can Be Done to Reduce Waste Pollution in Africa by 2024?
According to the World Bank’s What a Waste 2.0 study, less than half the waste produced in Africa is formally collected.
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- Technology, WASH
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- Sub-Saharan Africa
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