MTN Unfazed by Vodacom’s Move to Merge with Maziv
MTN unfazed by Vodacom’s move to merge with Maziv, a fiber infrastructure company. This week, the Competition Tribunal continues to hear testimonies from factual and expert witnesses regarding the proposed merger between Vodacom and Maziv. The proceedings follow the South African Competition Commission’s recommendation in August 2023, advising against the proposed merger. Explaining
LULA Acquires Zeelo’s South African Business
Corporate-focused e-hailing platform LULA acquires Zeelo’s South African, a US-born staff bus-sharing startup. Neither company has yet to disclose the transaction details for the cash-only deal. LULA plans to use Zeelo’s extensive market network of more than 18,000 riders to further expand across South Africa. Until its acquisition, Zeelo claimed
Egyptian Fintech Dopay Raises a $13.5M Series A
Egyptian fintech Dopay raises a $13.5M Series A extension round to boost offerings and accelerate expansion. Frans van Eerse (CEO) and Roel Van Eersel founded Dopay in 2014 to tackle the issue of unbanked and underbanked populations in emerging markets. Their solution allows employers to make digital cash payments directly
The Man Called Yasseen Mansour
Born into a wealthy business-oriented family, Yasseen Mansour is an Egyptian businessman and billionaire. The Mansour Group is the largest General Motors dealer in the world and a prominent distributor of Caterpillar equipment in Egypt and across Africa. He is currently the chairman of Palm Hills Developments which is a
Do Angel Investors Get Dividends?
Angel investors play a crucial role in the startup ecosystem by providing the necessary capital to budding entrepreneurs. Their contributions often make the difference between a brilliant idea stagnating and it flourishing into a successful business. However, the financial return for angel investors can be a bit complex and varies
Leveraging Social Media for Business Growth: Strategies, Case Studies, & Best Practices
Social media has evolved from a platform for personal interaction to a powerful business tool. Businesses, both large and small, are harnessing the power of social media to reach new customers, engage with existing ones, and ultimately drive growth. This blog post looks into leveraging social media for business growth,
3 Minutes with Ismael Belkhayat, the Founder of Chari
Ismael Belkhayat is the founder of Chari, an e-commerce company that he founded with his wife Sophia Alj. Chari helps small retailers in French-speaking Africa procure inventory for their stores and get it delivered for free while benefiting from payment facilities. It is a one-stop shop for traditional proximity stores,
How Ismael Belkhayat is Transforming Traditional Retail in French-speaking Africa
Ismael Belkhayat is the co-founder and CEO of Chari, an e-commerce company that he founded with his wife Sophia Alj. Chari helps small retailers in French-speaking Africa procure inventory for their stores and get it delivered for free while benefiting from payment facilities. It is a one-stop shop for traditional
Remittances in Africa is Not a Zero-sum Game – TransferGo’s CEO
Remittances to Africa are a vital lifeline for millions of families on the continent and play a crucial role in the economies of many African nations. They are generally used to cover essential expenses such as healthcare, education, housing, and small business investments, thereby directly impacting the recipients’ quality of
Top 15 Alaska Small Business Grants This Year
One often overlooked source of funding for small businesses comes in the form of grants. In Alaska, various grants are available to small business owners, offering a valuable source of funding to help you achieve your business goals. This comprehensive guide will explore the Alaska small business grants, how to find
