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African startups can apply for up to $1.5 million from DIV Fund

DIV Fund is offering grants of up to $1.5 million to African startups tackling development challenges. Here's who qualifies and how to apply.

Kwango Mines Loses 46 More Mining Titles in DRC

Kwango Mines has lost another 46 mining titles in the Democratic Republic of Congo following ministerial forfeiture orders signed on July 14, 2026, according to a list published by the country's Mining Cadastre (CAMI).

Airtel Africa plans $1.1 billion investment in networks and infrastructure

Airtel Africa is putting $1.1 billion into towers, fibre and data centres across the continent - here's what it means for coverage, competition and your data bill.

BitRoot Ventures Launches Early-Stage Accelerator for Egyptian Tech Founders

The Death of the Retail Mall — Or Not

While Globally Retail Developments are Stalling, In Africa Retail is Flourishing

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Ghana’s EV Growth Brings New Pressure to the Power Grid

Abu Dhabi's power play: 90% of Azura Power acquired

Abu Dhabi's TAQA-linked investors have taken a 90% stake in Azura Power, the gas plant that supplies a chunk of Nigeria's grid. Here's what the deal signals about who's really bankrolling Africa's energy infrastructure.

Moniepoint Shuts Down UK Remittance Service to Refocus on Africa

Nigerian fintech unicorn Moniepoint has discontinued its UK-based remittance service, MonieWorld, less than two years after launching the business. The company is now redirecting resources towards its core operations and expansion across African markets.