MasterCard Foundation

Wave Mobile Money appoints regional head of PR

According to the company, her knowledge of technology and fintech makes her a valuable strategic asset in increasing its visibility.
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Sep 13, 2024

MasterCard Foundation funds education of 70k young African girls

The MasterCard Foundation has pledged $360 million over the next seven years to promote young women's educational, entrepreneurial, and career goals.
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Jun 6, 2024

EdVentures and Mastercard Foundation Partner to Boost Egypt's EdTech Startup Scene

EdVentures, the investment arm of Nahdet Misr Group and a leading EdTech venture capital firm in the MENA region, has announced a five-year partnership with the Mastercard Foundation to launch the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship in Egypt.
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Jun 3, 2024

MasterCard’s inaugural ed-tech conference set for Nigeria next month

The conference scheduled for July 8-10 in Nigeria will highlight the transformative role of technology in Africa’s education ecosystem.
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Aug 15, 2023

Founders Factory Africa raises $114m

With the funding, the development company will be able to scale its projects and better serve technology-driven start-ups and founders across the continent.
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50 000 SA women wanted for free software engineering training

ALX and MasterCard Foundation are offering fully sponsored placements to thousands of young women who meet the eligibility requirements, at no cost.
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Oct 19, 2020

Catalyst Fund to support struggling businesses in Ghana

US$4.3 million commitment to support the financial resilience of MSEs.
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Sep 18, 2020

Young African entrepreneurs vying for Anzisha recognition

Organisers announce top twenty budding entrepreneurs as part of 10th year celebration.
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US$7.9m Kiva, MasterCard project to expand financial access for farmers

Initiative aims to push the boundaries of microcredit for the benefit of agricultural sector.
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Dec 4, 2015

Jobs, education top agenda for Africa's youngsters online

Mastercard Foundation survey reflects growing interest in job portals and social platform to identify career prospects.