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African startups get set for 3rd OceanHub accelerator programme

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3 years ago

May 2, 2022

OceanHub Africa, an ocean-impact accelerator which helps existing African ocean-minded initiatives grow, is launching the third edition of its eight-month acceleration program to support up to 10 of Africa’s most promising impact for-profit startups focused on preserving and restoring the health of the ocean.

The accelerator programme, according to the Cape Town, South Africa-based firm on its website, is meant to support ocean-minded start-ups with the express aim of nurturing an environmentally conscious and profitable economy that effectively mitigates the effects of global warming as well as the overexploitation and pollution of the oceans.

Leveraging its highly qualified network of stakeholders and facilitators, the programme will deliver to the accelerated start-ups an online program that seeks out sustainable pathways yielding stable profits and avenues for scalable growth throughout Africa, it said.

The OceanHub Africa which was launched in 2020, has supported a total of 16 African ocean-minded startups in various sectors of the Blue Economy, such as aquaculture, fisheries, shipbuilding, marine renewables and biotechnologies, coastal tourism and ocean sports, awareness and education, data.exploration, and ocean plastic circular economy, according to a statement by the organisers.

Participants in the programme which will run from mid-July until the end of February 2023, are guaranteed networking with of leading ocean experts, mentors entrepreneurs, investors, innovation experts, impact experts, scientists, lawyers, as well as impact investors and potential clients.

Participation in the programme is expected to be an in-person training bootcamp in Cape Town where tailored business skills, business coaching and personal development will be the main focus for the duration of the camping.

At the end of the programme, the selected startups will take part in an OceanHub Africa’s alumni programme through which they will benefit from fundraising, business development and networking support.

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Tanzanian fintech startup Tunzaa announces capital raise for expansion

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14 hours ago

December 4, 2024

Isaac Dachen

Tanzanian fintech startup, Tunzaa, has announced raising fresh funds to enable it carry out its expansion plans.

The fintech, which has developed an innovative payments API enabling e-commerce transactions to be processed in installments, said in a statement that it secured the funding from Warioba Ventures.

A statement by Warioba Ventures said:

“This investment underscores our commitment to fostering solutions that address the unique challenges of African markets while creating a ripple effect of financial empowerment and economic growth.

“We believe Tunzaa is poised to redefine how payments and savings are integrated into the e-commerce experience, setting a new standard for financial inclusion and innovation.”

Tunzaa offers flexible installment that empowers consumers to access products more conveniently while promoting financial inclusion and economic empowerment.

The platform inspires a culture of savings by enabling consumers to save towards specific goals through gamified incentives.

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Egyptian freight-fowarding startup Nowlun raises $1.7m in seed funding

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2 days ago

December 3, 2024

Isaac Dachen

Egyptian digital freight forwarding platform, Nowlun, has announced raising $1.7 million in seed funding, which is a significant milestone for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) logistics sector.

The seed funding round, according to Nowlun’s CEO, Moataz Khamis, was led by Nama Ventures and A15, with participation from Sanabil 500 Global and prominent angel investors.

In a statement announcing the funding, Khamis said the investment will fuel Nowlun’s ambitious expansion plans and accelerate the development of its innovative technology platform, which is transforming the logistics industry by offering instant, transparent, and competitive ocean freight rates, streamlined shipment management, and real-time visibility into cargo movements.

Founded in 2021 by Khamis, Mahmoud Khaled, and Ahmed Emara, Nowlun has rapidly established itself as a key player in the MENA logistics market, integrating all major shipping lines, providing businesses with unparalleled access to real-time pricing and enabling them to make faster, more informed decisions.

“Nowlun’s advanced shipment management system offers a comprehensive control tower, allowing users to track their cargo in real-time, receive instant notifications, and proactively manage any issues,” Khamis said.

“Throughout my decade in logistics, I’ve witnessed the daily inefficiencies shippers face.

“Driven by a sense of responsibility, my team and I are committed to transforming the industry using cutting-edge technology. This funding will empower us to further simplify the shipping process and make shippers’ lives easier,” he added.