EdTech funding decline takes centerstage at Mastercard Foundation conference
EdTech startups in Africa secured only 1.4% of the continent's 2023 VC funding. The lack of funding has led to smaller deal sizes and a dearth of exits.
Mastercard Foundation conference spotlights Africa’s edtech startups
The Mastercard Foundation Edtech conference in Abuja brought together edtech startups, government officials, and investors to address the challenges faced by the industry. Edtech startups have struggled to convince investors, accounting for only 0.7% of total funding to tech companies in Africa.
Kosmos Innovation Center and Mastercard Foundation Announce Winners of AgriTech Challenge Pro
Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC) and Mastercard Foundation announced the winners of the 2024 AgriTech Challenge Pro. 24 teams received seed funding support to scale up and grow their business innovations.
