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Google Play to back 10 African game studios with $1 million fund
Google Play has launched a $1 million equity-free fund to support independent game studios in 32 African countries, offering between $50,000 and $200,000 to selected studios. This initiative aims to help developers grow their businesses and reach a global audience, addressing the funding gap in Afri
TechCabal - Jul 03, 2026
Nigeria’s Market Regulator Adds Seven Crypto and Fintech Firms to Its Watch List
Nigeria's Securities and Exchange Commission has approved seven fintech firms for provisional entry into its Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme (ARIP), aimed at regulating the country's burgeoning cryptocurrency market. This initiative reflects the SEC's attempt to bring digital asset platf
Tech Labari - Jul 03, 2026
1001 Strengthens GCC AI Ambitions With $30 Million Series A Funding
Sovereign AI company 1001 has raised $30 million in a Series A funding round led by Lux Capital, with participation from several notable investors including Sanabil Investments and 9Yards. The funding aims to enhance the company's capabilities in developing sovereign AI systems for critical infrastr
Tech In Africa - Jul 02, 2026
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Jun 24, 2026
Female Founders - Active Funding Opportunities
For women founders scaling early-stage companies or seeking targeted funding, these specialized programs are open for applications: 1.…
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Jun 10, 2026
🚀 Active Funding & Accelerator Opportunities for African Startups (June & July 2026)
For founders scaling an MVP or seeking seed-stage investment, here are some programs that are currently accepting applications:…
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