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Amazon’s Project Kuiper Clears a Major Hurdle as It Prepares for Expansion Into Africa
Amazon's Project Kuiper has successfully deployed 396 satellites, enabling the start of commercial broadband services. This milestone marks the transition from satellite deployment to operating a live communications network, with plans for expansion into underserved markets like Africa. The success
TechTrendsKE - Jul 04, 2026
Nigerian startup takes top prize at UNDP’s pan-African edtech accelerator
Data Entry Academy, an edtech platform based in Lagos, won first place in the UNDP's Get Ready 4 timbuktoo EdTech accelerator, securing a $10,000 prize among 1,429 applicants. The startup, founded by Chioma Ifeanyi-Eze, has trained over 17,000 learners in workplace software skills. This recognition
TechCabal - Jul 03, 2026
$1.44 billion raised in the first half of 2026
In the first half of 2026, African startups raised a total of $1.44 billion, marking a slight increase from the previous year despite a challenging global economy. The funding landscape has shifted, with fewer deals but larger amounts being raised, and a notable rise in mergers and acquisitions, whi
TechCabal - Jul 03, 2026
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Jun 24, 2026
Female Founders - Active Funding Opportunities
For women founders scaling early-stage companies or seeking targeted funding, these specialized programs are open for applications: 1.…
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Jun 10, 2026
🚀 Active Funding & Accelerator Opportunities for African Startups (June & July 2026)
For founders scaling an MVP or seeking seed-stage investment, here are some programs that are currently accepting applications:…
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