The report identifies talent shortages, funding challenges, and regulatory barriers as key obstacles, emphasizing the importance of strategic partnerships and policy advocacy.
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EMERGING Valley Set for Record Attendance: Over 100 Startups, 150+ Speakers, and 40 Inspiring Conferences Scheduled
On December 3, 2024, Aix-Marseille-Provence, named the European Capital of Innovation in 2023, will host the 8th edition of EMERGING Valley at TheCamp, a cutting-edge and inspiring venue. The event will bring together innovators, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to showcase groundbreaking ideas and advancements in technology.
SeaO₂ Secures €2+ Million for Pioneering Ocean Carbon Removal Technology
Dutch climate tech startup SeaO₂ has announced a major funding boost of over €2 million, aimed at accelerating its innovative carbon removal technology.
From Start-Up Origins to AI Innovation: Suppple unveils seeek.ai, Africa’s first conversational AI for multilingual information search & access
Born from a start-up vision to solve pressing digital challenges, Suppple has grown into an established player in the African tech landscape.
EMERGING Valley Returns in 2024 to Connect Investors and Startups Between Europe and Africa
Aix-Marseille-Provence, elected European Capital of Innovation, will host the 8th edition of the EMERGING Valley summit on December 3, 2024.
THE RISE OF FINTECH INNOVATION IN SA: GOING BEYOND PAYMENTS TO TRANSFORM ACCESS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR STARTUPS
The piece, “The Rise of Fintech Innovation in SA: Going Beyond Payments to Transform Access and Opportunities for Startups,” discusses how fintech solutions have revolutionized how these businesses operate, providing access to affordable financial services, business management tools, and support.
This article offers valuable insights into the growing fintech ecosystem in South Africa and its potential to drive economic growth.
Misaligned Reporting in African Tech Risks Future Funding, New Report Reveals
Wimbart, an award-winning PR agency specialising in business and technology sectors across Africa, has released its second annual report titled “Startup Performance Reporting in Africa: Aligning Startup and Investor Expectations.”
Attendees at the Oppenheimers’ South African Future Trust 2024 Summit Can Take Our Country Forward
The country’s premiere entrepreneurial showcase, the Oppenheimers’ South African Future Trust Summit (SAFT) returns to the Sandton Convention Centre on 24 and 25 October 2024 – with more speakers, more stages, more opportunities – and a R500 000 investment prize for one stellar delegate.
Why investment in African healthtech is set for a major decline in 2024
Yomi Kazeem, Engagement Manager at Salient Advisory, and his colleagues explore the alarming trend of declining investments in African healthtech.
The Challenges and Prospects of Passport-Free Travel in Africa Using Biometrics
An interview with Willys Mac’Olale, Director of Fragomen Kenya, on the innovative opportunities and barriers in using biometrics, particularly facial recognition, for passport-free travel.