WIC Capital secures $1m loan to boost West African MSMEs
WIC Capital, a local capital provider investing in Senegal and Ivory Coast that focuses on financing women-owned and managed micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), has secured a US$1 million loan from the FSDAi Nyala Facility BV to expand its impact. Led by Evelyne Dioh Simpa, WIC Capital was established by the Women’s
Workforce Planning Tools: Features, Benefits, & Types
Managing a workforce can be a challenge without the right workforce planning tools. Especially if you’re spread across multiple countries or even continents. And when you’re in the middle of it all, it can be hard to see and understand the bigger picture. Workforce planning isn’t a sprint race you
Wyclef Jean Inks Deal to Build a Tech Hub in Plateau State
Renowned Grammy-winning artist and entrepreneur, Wyclef Jean, in collaboration with Caribbean International Commerce (CICH), has signed a partnership with the Plateau state government. This alliance aims to establish a technology and infrastructure hub spanning over 4000 hectares of land within the state. CICH is yet to respond to Bendada.com’s request
What is a Strategic Communications Plan?
Creating a strategic communications plan is vital for your organization. Except, you’re driving sales and delivering the results you want. I guess not, right? A strategic communications plan is a crucial tool to effectively convey your message, engage your target audience, and achieve your business objectives. It has become increasingly
What are Strategic Workforce Planning Tools?
Identifying what your organization will need in the future requires the use of strategic workforce planning tools. These tools will help in identifying the right talents to hire, gaps, and opportunities, and ensure you get the right people to fill the right roles. This may sound daunting, but relax because
How to Secure Pre-Seed Funding
While you may be familiar with seed funding, pre-seed funding is considered the earliest form of funding for startups. It involves securing capital for an idea that may not have a product or prototype yet. So, if you’re starting a business and you need capital, here’s everything you need to
Top 11 Pre-seed Funding Companies for Startups in Africa
In this blog post, you’re going to learn the role preseed funding companies play in nurturing your early-stage startup. Let’s jump into it. What is Pre-seed Funding Launching your startup requires more than just an idea; it needs the necessary capital to kickstart your venture. However, securing funding at the
Angel Investor Software: What is it, Features, & Benefits
In this age, where innovation and tech are interwoven, angel investor software has become a game-changer for startups and angel investors alike. This powerful tool streamlines the funding process, connects investors with promising ventures, and propels entrepreneurial dreams toward success. Let’s dive into the world of angel investor software and
Mastercard Africa Growth Fund to Invest $27 Million in VestedWorld and Others
Three Africa-focused investment firms have received investment approvals from the Mastercard Africa Growth Fund. The three firms — Chui Ventures, VestedWorld, and SME Impact Fund — will receive $9 million, $10 million, and $8 million, respectively, from the Africa Growth Fund, bringing the total number of funds to five. The
Nasir El-Rufai to Launch $100 Million Venture Capital Fund
Fresh from completing an eight-year tenure as governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has announced plans to launch a $100 million fund aimed at diversifying startup investments in Nigeria beyond Lagos. The fund, which would be run from Nigeria’s capital city of Abuja, will see the former governor put up
