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Africa Jobs Fund: A New $100M Bet on Jobs, Wages, and Industrial Transformation in AfricaA new philanthropic investment ...
01/06/2026

Africa Jobs Fund: A New $100M Bet on Jobs, Wages, and Industrial Transformation in Africa

A new philanthropic investment vehicle, the Africa Jobs Fund, has emerged with an ambitious mission: to unlock $100 million in catalytic capital aimed at building companies that dramatically increase job quality and income levels across Africa.

Founded by entrepreneur Daniel Yu (known for scaling Wasoko) and recruitment founder Ben Hyman of Talent Safari, the fund is positioning itself not as a traditional VC, but as a job creation engine disguised as a venture fund.

Their core belief is simple but bold:

Africa’s biggest constraint is not ideas or talent — it is the lack of high-productivity jobs.

Did you know that Nigeria is emerging as Africa’s unofficial tech capital? Venture Capital Magnet: Nigeria has become a ...
23/05/2024

Did you know that Nigeria is emerging as Africa’s unofficial tech capital?

Venture Capital Magnet: Nigeria has become a magnet for venture capital, attracting significant investment in its tech ecosystem. In 2019 alone, Nigerian tech companies raised an impressive $747 million out of an estimated $2 billion invested in tech across the continent1.

Startup Hotbed: With a thriving startup scene, Nigeria is a hotbed for startup formation. Entrepreneurs and innovators are creating solutions across various sectors, from fintech to e-commerce, health tech, and more.

Dodai, an electric vehicle manufacturing company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, has recently secured $4 million in Seri...
24/03/2024

Dodai, an electric vehicle manufacturing company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, has recently secured $4 million in Series A funding from Nissay Capital, Musashi Seimitsu, and Inclusion Japan to scale its operations1. This funding round marks one of the largest amounts raised by startups in Ethiopia in a single round. Since its launch in 2023, Dodai, founded by Yuma Sasaki, has now raised a total of $6.2 million.

Vibe.co, a CTV ad platform, recently secured $22.5 million in a successful Series A funding round. The funding was led b...
04/03/2024

Vibe.co, a CTV ad platform, recently secured $22.5 million in a successful Series A funding round. The funding was led by investment firm Singular, with participation from Sequoia’s Scout Fund and Motier Ventures. Vibe.co aims to create a fair and transparent TV advertising landscape for small and medium-sized businesses in the US, and this funding will help them continue building an efficient streaming TV advertising ecosystem

TRANSFORMING DIGITAL PAYMENTS IN AFRICA.Breaking down barriers, building bridges: Monime is transforming Africa's digita...
23/02/2024

TRANSFORMING DIGITAL PAYMENTS IN AFRICA.
Breaking down barriers, building bridges: Monime is transforming Africa's digital landscape! 🇸🇱
Remember the days of scrambling for cash just to make a simple payment? In Sierra Leone, and across Africa, access to convenient, efficient digital payment solutions has been a challenge. But fear not, innovators like Monime are changing the game!

Founded by visionary Sierra Leoneans, Monime is a game-changer in the fintech space. Their next-generation payment aggregation platform empowers businesses of all sizes to:

Accept payments seamlessly: Whether it's Orange Money, Afrimoney, or Visa debit cards, Monime unifies multiple payment rails into one smooth experience.
Simplify management: Say goodbye to juggling different platforms! Monime provides a single interface for all your transactions, saving you time and hassle.
Boost transparency: Get clear insights into your finances with detailed reporting and analytics. Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your business!
Reach new customers: Open your doors to a wider audience by accepting the most popular payment methods in Sierra Leone.
But Monime's impact goes beyond individual businesses. They're on a mission to drive financial inclusion across Africa, bringing the convenience and security of digital payments to everyone. This unlocks a world of possibilities, from easier access to goods and services to increased participation in the digital economy.

So, let's celebrate Monime and all the innovative minds pushing the boundaries of what's possible in Africa! Their story is one of hope, ingenuity, and progress. Ready to join the digital revolution? Check out Monime's website: www.monime.io

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