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ABAN says Africa’s startup funding recovery is “more grounded” than previous peaks
In 2025, African startups raised $3.4 billion, marking a 32% increase from the previous year, with a notable rebound in angel investment participation. The African Business Angel Network (ABAN) reported that local and diaspora investors are increasingly driving early-stage funding, while smaller dea
TechCabal - May 11, 2026
MTN Rwanda returns to profit as data and fintech drive Q1 growth
MTN Rwanda reported a profit of Rwf 10.8 billion in Q1 2026, marking a recovery from a loss in Q1 2025, driven by increased internet usage and mobile money services. Service revenue rose 14.7% year-on-year, with significant growth in both data and fintech revenues. Despite inflationary pressures and
TechCabal - May 11, 2026
Agritech attracts strongest African angel investor interest despite funding decline
In 2025, agriculture and agtech startups gained significant interest from Africa's angel networks, despite a challenging funding environment for the sector. A report by the African Business Angel Network (ABAN) highlighted that while agriculture ranked as the top sector for angel networks, agritech
TechCabal - May 11, 2026
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Apr 13, 2026
🚀 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 Team
Apr 11, 2026
Hadu x Innovate Africa Fund: From Problem to Prototype
For World Product Day 2026, Innovate Africa Fund is calling on builders, thinkers, and creators. Form a team,…
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