8 African Startups that Pivoted Successfully: Lessons for Entrepreneurs
Africa
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8 African Startups that Pivoted Successfully: Lessons for Entrepreneurs

September 17, 2025
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Building a startup anywhere in the world is a gamble. But in Africa—where infrastructure gaps, limited funding, and unpredictable regulatory shifts collide—the challenge is magnified. Many startups launch with bold visions only to discover that their original business model won’t survive the realities of the market. That’s where the pivot

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Yoco picks two Co-CEOs, as founding CEO steps back
Tech
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Yoco picks two Co-CEOs, as founding CEO steps back

September 17, 2025
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South African payments firm Yoco is changing leadership after more than a decade of rapid growth. Founding CEO Katlego Maphai is stepping down from the top role, handing over to fellow co-founders Lungisa Matshoba and Bradley Wattrus, who will now serve as co-CEOs. Maphai will stay on in a founder

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How to Build Trust in African Consumer Markets Without Big Branding Budgets
Africa
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How to Build Trust in African Consumer Markets Without Big Branding Budgets

September 17, 2025
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In African consumer markets, trust is everything. A small business can sell out its products in a local community simply because people trust the owner, while a flashy multinational with billboard campaigns might still struggle to gain traction. Unlike more mature markets, African buyers often prioritize trust, relationships, and reputation

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Why Dr. Gozie Ezeh Started ‘SweetMom’ to Support First-time Mothers in Nigeria
Nigeria Startup Stories
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Why Dr. Gozie Ezeh Started ‘SweetMom’ to Support First-time Mothers in Nigeria

September 16, 2025
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In Nigeria, where 1 out of every 13 babies never sees their first birthday, and countless mothers silently battle postpartum depression, one doctor is reimagining what healthcare could look like. Meet Dr. Gozie Ezeh, a medical doctor by day and a fundraising strategist by night—whose life’s mission is to scale

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Tanzania’s biggest bank overhauls core banking system to chase regional growth
Tech
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Tanzania’s biggest bank overhauls core banking system to chase regional growth

September 16, 2025
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CRDB Bank, Tanzania’s biggest bank by assets, has completed a migration of its core banking system from Fusion Banking Essence (FBE), owned by London-based Finastra, to Temenos T24, a move the lender says was necessary to keep pace with regional competitors and prepare for expansion outside East Africa. CRDB’s chief

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Starlink pauses new orders in Lagos and Abuja over network congestion
Tech
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Starlink pauses new orders in Lagos and Abuja over network congestion

September 15, 2025
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Starlink pauses new orders in Lagos and Abuja; areas like Victoria Island, Ikoyi, Lagos Island, and Surulere, are now marked as “Sold Out” on the company’s website due to congestion on its network. For residents in these areas, new subscriptions are only possible through a waitlist. Prospective users must pay

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Entrepreneur’s Guide to Recruiting First Employees in Africa
Africa
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Entrepreneur’s Guide to Recruiting First Employees in Africa

September 15, 2025
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Hiring your first employees is one of the biggest milestones for any entrepreneur. In Africa, this process comes with both exciting opportunities and unique challenges—from navigating different labor laws across countries to finding talent in fast-growing but often fragmented job markets. The entrepreneur’s guide to recruiting first employees in Africa

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Today Africa Weekly: Tech news recap | September 8 – 14, 2025
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Today Africa Weekly: Tech news recap | September 8 – 14, 2025

September 15, 2025
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The African tech news cycle last week (September 8 – 14, 2025) carried a mix of quiet moves and loud signals. Luno opened retail access to tokenised US stocks in Nigeria, Morocco’s ORA Technologies acquired Cathedis to boost its super-app play, and new funds from Accion ($61.6M) and Acumen ($90M)

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Top 7 Highest-paying Tech Jobs in Nigeria This Year
Africa
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Top 7 Highest-paying Tech Jobs in Nigeria This Year

September 14, 2025
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Nigeria’s tech industry has seen turbulent shifts over the last few years, from the pandemic-era boom to the recent economic crunch. The optimism that once attracted global venture capital into Nigerian startups has slowed, creating a more sober reality. Still, even in this climate, some roles are commanding eye-popping salaries

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How to Build Systems that Free Up the Founder’s Time
Learn & Build
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How to Build Systems that Free Up the Founder’s Time

September 14, 2025
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Every founder starts their business with big dreams—freedom, impact, and growth. But somewhere along the way, freedom is replaced by endless to-do lists, impact is buried under routine operations, and growth feels impossible without burning out. Many entrepreneurs become the bottleneck in their own company. If you’re constantly working late

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