Silicon Valley

SA fintech raises $300,000 funding from Silicon Valley, New York investors

DFS Lab and DCG, both based in Silicon Valley and New York, have invested in the company, which wants to expand into Africa and build on its existing traction.
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Nigeria to establish start-up hub in San Francisco

With the aim to improve relations between Nigerian start-ups and US-based venture capitalists, the Nigeria Start-up House will also receive support and funding from Nigerian tech firms.
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Jan 26, 2024

Making Cape Town a hub for tech, venture capital talent

International investors seeking to invest in local startups face challenges, but they can be overcome. Here’s how.
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Jan 12, 2024

Nigeria’s Anambra State adopts start-up Act to boost digital economy

The State is aiming to leapfrog students and youths to become Africa's digital tribe, solving challenges through technology.
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Sep 21, 2023

Flapmax picks 12 African start-ups for AI innovation

The FAST Accelerator's cohort of 12 startups will start a five-week intensive acceleration programme in Silicon Valley, California, in October.
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Aug 2, 2023

Flapmax, Intel partner to advance Africa’s AI innovation

The partnership will provide entrepreneurs in emerging regions with technical access, training, mentorship, and investment opportunities.
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Jul 11, 2023

Flapmax launches second AI programme for African start-ups

The top 10 FAST Accelerator 2023 start-up participants will be selected for a five-week programme in Silicon Valley, California.
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Jun 9, 2023

Saudi blockchain start-up IR4LAB expands into Africa

The company’s aim is to spur innovation in deep technologies and implement use cases utilising its blockchain solution.
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May 30, 2018

RubiBlue puts Africa at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Intelligent business solutions provider RubiBlue believes that now is the time for bold growth and expansion into Africa.
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Feb 16, 2018

MTN business calls for SA Silicon Valley

Exec says country is moving fast but needs to catch up to Kenya.
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Mar 16, 2017

Egypt's ICT Minister on charm offensive in Silicon Valley

Ministry's ten-day visit to the US aims to promote investment in Egypt's ICT sector.
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Nov 11, 2016

Cloud adoption in Africa on par with global standards

Although it differs from region to region, on the whole adoption levels have escalated says Oracle.