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A leading agribusiness expert in Ghana is calling on Christian entrepreneurs to build businesses that last generations, not just lifetimes. His message comes as African enterprises struggle with sustainability while European family businesses thrive across centuries.
Nigeria's government is opening wallets for tech entrepreneurs with a new accelerator offering up to $350,000 per startup. The program arrives as African founders face one of the toughest fundraising markets in recent years.
A new one-year incubation program in Nigeria will equip early-stage tech founders with mentorship, funding connections, and business skills to turn ideas into thriving ventures. SparkLab aims to bridge the gap between brilliant ideas and the resources needed to bring them to life.
Zambia's government is backing innovators with real money to turn agricultural breakthroughs, tourism apps, and manufacturing solutions into thriving businesses. The Technology Business Development Fund opens doors for entrepreneurs who've built prototypes and are ready to launch.
A groundbreaking education fellowship in Egypt just welcomed 13 new tech startups focused on making learning more accessible for women, youth, and people with disabilities. Since 2024, the program has already reached over 410,000 learners across the country.
Africa's Ocean Innovation Summit in Durban just shifted from talk to action, connecting global investors with local entrepreneurs to build a thriving blue economy. Workshops and face-to-face meetings are turning ocean opportunities into jobs and businesses for South African communities.
Thousands gathered at Ghana's Joy Ghana Fest for a celebration of local creativity, turning a shopping event into a community party. The festival continues through Sunday with more performances and deals ahead.
A prestigious business school program has transformed 93 startups across West Africa in just five years, with 84% of founders saying their ventures wouldn't have succeeded without it. Challenge+ Afrique is proving that African entrepreneurship doesn't need compassion—it needs method, mentorship, and committed allies.
David Chima learned the mechanics of trade watching his civil servant mother sell rice to make ends meet. Now his platform Kuraway is helping over 1,300 businesses trade across Africa, processing more than $600,000 so far.
When medical equipment kept breaking down in Nigeria, one donor discovered why charity isn't enough. His solution is helping African founders build businesses that last.