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News Nigeria StartupJune 4, 2025 Kenya Approves Moniepoint’s Acquisition of Sumac Microfinance Bank, Boosting Fintech Expansion in East Africa. The Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) has officially approved Moniepoint byFatima Oladunni
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Africa News NigeriaMay 15, 2025 African Agrifood Startups Invited to Apply for THRIVE Global Impact Challenge to Accelerate Net-Zero Agriculture. African agrifood startups committed to building a more sustainable and resilient byFatima Oladunni
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