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Zelostech Wins DHL’s Fast Forward Challenge for Autonomous Electric Delivery Vehicle
Zelostech’s fully electric autonomous delivery vehicle wins DHL’s Fast Forward Challenge in the Middle East & Africa, advancing urban logistics sustainability. The startup plans expansion into the UAE and GCC after success in China and Singapore.
Ecobank Expands Gender-Financing for Women Entrepreneurs in Africa
Ecobank strengthens its "Ellevate" program to support women entrepreneurs across Africa, offering increased financing, training, and networking opportunities. With expanded access to unsecured loans and business tools, the initiative aims to bridge the gender financing gap.
NymCard Secures $33M in Series B to Expand Embedded Finance in MENA
NymCard raises $33M in Series B funding led by QED Investors, accelerating its fintech expansion across MENA with cutting-edge payment solutions for banks, fintechs, and enterprises.
Careem Pay Expands Money Transfer Service to Egypt
Careem Pay now enables UAE residents to send money to Egypt instantly and at competitive rates. The expansion supports Egyptian expats, especially during Ramadan, offering seamless remittances via the Careem app with lower fees than traditional banks.
Agrilogiq and Locstat Become NEC XON Vendors After Success in JICA NINJA Accelerator
Agrilogiq and Locstat became NEC XON vendors after the JICA NINJA Accelerator, showcasing innovative solutions in agriculture and smart infrastructure. Their Tokyo visit strengthened ties with NEC and investors, paving the way for future collaboration and expansion in Africa.
Khula! Secures R126M in Series A Funding to Drive Agri-Tech Growth in South Africa
Khula! raises R126M in Series A funding, led by E Squared Investments, to expand its agri-tech platform. With support from Absa, AECI, and others, Khula! aims to empower farmers, enhance access to finance, and drive agricultural innovation in South Africa.