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Techstars-backed fintech Chimoney shuts down, to refund customer balances
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Chimoney, a Nigerian-founded fintech specializing in cross-border payments, has ceased operations due to insufficient capital, notifying customers of the shutdown in an email. The company, which enabled transactions in 41 currencies, struggled with customer acquisition and revenue generation, ultima
TechCabal - May 13, 2026
L’Oréal Opens 2026 Big Bang Program to Beauty Tech Startups Across SAPMENA
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L’Oréal has launched the third edition of its Big Bang Beauty Tech Innovation Program, inviting startups from the SAPMENA region to compete for a chance to pilot their technology with the company. Winners will benefit from a fully funded commercial pilot, mentorship, and potential scaling across mul
Tech In Africa - May 13, 2026
Ghana Tech Is Rising… But Most Startups Won’t Make It — Here’s Why (By Building Bytes)
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The episode discusses the significant drop in Ghana's tech funding from over $120M to between $56M and $90M, highlighting the current state of the tech ecosystem. It emphasizes the rise of fintech infrastructure, agritech platforms, and energy innovation while analyzing the performance of startups l
Tech Labari - May 13, 2026
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🚀 Call for Coaches & Reviewers — World Product Day 2026
The builders are ready. Now we need the leaders. As part of World Product Day Lagos 2026, we’re…
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Hadu x Innovate Africa Fund: From Problem to Prototype
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