Why Freelancing in Africa is Booming (& How You Can Profit From It)
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Why Freelancing in Africa is Booming (& How You Can Profit From It)

July 23, 2025
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The COVID-19 pandemic transformed how we work, opening up more opportunities for freelancing in Africa. It’s no longer just a dream. For thousands of Africans, freelancing has become a pathway to financial independence and global opportunity. From graphic designers and web developers to virtual assistants and copywriters, African freelancers are

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How to Start a Freelance Business in Africa (Step-by-Step Guide)
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How to Start a Freelance Business in Africa (Step-by-Step Guide)

July 22, 2025
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During the past few years, freelance work has been on a steady rise globally, and Africa is no exception. For companies, hiring a freelancer means fewer overhead costs. For freelancers, not being a full-time employee means freedom to choose which projects to work on. Seeing that it’s such a win-win

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Movie Review: ‘To Kill a Monkey’
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Movie Review: ‘To Kill a Monkey’

July 22, 2025
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“To Kill A Monkey” pulls off the rare trick of making you laugh and wince in the same breath. Kemi Adetiba’s eight-part thriller is sharp, stylish, and deeply human—following Efemini (William Benson), an everyman lured into the seductive chaos of phishing scams and fast money. It’s a high-stakes dive into

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Top 14 Angel Investors Funding African Startups
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Top 14 Angel Investors Funding African Startups

July 21, 2025
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Angel investors play a crucial role in the startup ecosystem — providing early-stage funding and essential mentorship to entrepreneurs. As an African entrepreneur, accessing angel investment can be a game-changer in driving business growth and overcoming financial hurdles. But how exactly can you get these investors? You can get angel

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The Ultimate Startup Checklist for African Founders
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The Ultimate Startup Checklist for African Founders

July 19, 2025
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Before diving into the world of entrepreneurship, it’s essential to understand why a startup checklist is a critical tool for founders across Africa. Building a business in Africa presents unique opportunities and challenges – from navigating complex regulatory environments to establishing market trust in often underdeveloped ecosystems. A checklist acts

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How to Legally Protect Your Startup Idea in Africa
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How to Legally Protect Your Startup Idea in Africa

July 16, 2025
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How to protect your startup idea is one of the first questions every aspiring entrepreneur should ask—especially in a fast-growing and competitive market like Africa. With innovation thriving across the continent, from fintech to agritech, ensuring your idea is legally safeguarded can mean the difference between long-term success and costly

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Top 15 Grants for African Startups This Year
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Top 15 Grants for African Startups This Year

July 16, 2025
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If you’re a founder looking for grants for African startups, you’re in luck! Several organizations are actively providing grants to support businesses across various industries. These grants offer more than just capital—they open doors to mentorship, global networks, and long-term scalability. Whether you’re into agribusiness, fintech, green technology, or community

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20 Most Funded Startups in Africa Still Active This Year
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20 Most Funded Startups in Africa Still Active This Year

July 15, 2025
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Most funded startups in Africa are no longer just local success stories—they’re global contenders attracting billions in venture capital and reshaping industries. These companies are solving deeply rooted challenges with bold, scalable solutions, and in doing so, they’re pulling in the kind of funding that was once reserved for Silicon

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These 3 Entrepreneurs are Revolutionizing Agriculture in Tanzania
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These 3 Entrepreneurs are Revolutionizing Agriculture in Tanzania

July 15, 2025
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In recent years, Tanzania has witnessed a dramatic increase in official support—agricultural budget allocations have surged from TZS 294 billion in 2021/22 to approximately TZS 1.25 trillion in 2024/25, marking a more than 300% boost over four years. This injection of funding has translated into impressive gains on the ground: food crop production jumped

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From Idea to IPO: African Startups Making Global Headlines
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From Idea to IPO: African Startups Making Global Headlines

July 12, 2025
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Africa’s tech scene has exploded in recent years, and its homegrown startups are hitting major milestones. Venture-capital-fueled growth has turned dozens of ideas into billion-dollar companies, and some are now taking the ultimate step of going public. In fact, by early 2025, nine African tech startups had reached “unicorn” status (valued over

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