Zimi secures $320,000 to test turning EVs into power stations
South African electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions startup, Zimi secures $320,000 (R6 million) in grant funding from the Energy and Environment Partnership (EEP Africa Trust Fund) to test its vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology. Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) is a technology that lets electric cars send power back to homes, businesses, or the electricity
Top 25 Media Investors in the World This Year
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Top 100 Business Ideas in Gabon (Gabonese Republic) This Year
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Moniepoint is going after remittances with the launch of Monieworld
Nigerian fintech unicorn, Moniepoint is going after remittances with the launch of Monieworld that allows UK residents to send money directly from a Monieworld account, cards, a British bank account or via Apple Pay and Google Pay to any Nigerian bank account. In a live demo seen by TechCabal, it
Ten of Nigeria’s biggest banks recorded ₦674 billion in e-payments
Ten of Nigeria’s biggest banks recorded ₦674 billion in e-payments income as digital transactions hit a record high in 2024, according to their latest financial statements. The increase, driven by higher transfer volumes, increased reliance on mobile apps, and card usage across retail channels, is reshaping the traditional profit model
Funding for Media Entrepreneurs This Year
Africa’s media scene is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advances, innovative storytelling, and the rise of digital platforms. Media entrepreneurs in Africa are exploring creative ways to tell local stories, engage audiences worldwide, and build sustainable businesses. However, the challenge of securing adequate funding for these ventures remains a major
How to Become a Media Entrepreneur This Year
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Top 100 Business Ideas in Djibouti This Year
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Top 100 Business Ideas in Mauritius This Year
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Moniepoint investor takes over Egypt’s $105M Nclude with new venture fund
London-based private equity firm with over $3 billion in assets under management, Development Partners International (DPI), Moniepoint investor takes over Egypt’s $105M Nclude with new venture fund focused on fintech innovation. This transition marks a significant shift in investment leadership within Egypt’s technology ecosystem. Established in March 2022, Nclude was
