SIERRA LEONE MINING & ENERGY CONFERENCE AND EXHIBITION (SLME)
SLME is the region’s latest international mining & energy conference and gathering of top mining & hydrocarbons executives, representatives of regional executive authorities, investors, banks, industry associations, service companies and equipment producers for three days of networking, knowledge sharing and business matching. 1 -3 April 2020 Freetown, Sierra Leone. Read more from source article: https://www.slminingandenergy.com/ Click here to subscribe for GetFundedAfrica Newsletters: https://getfundedafrica.com/pricing-plans/ ...
Next Einstein Forum names 25 innovators at Nairobi gathering
The Next Einstein Forum (NEF) has announced the 25 finalists for its Challenge of Invention to Innovation (Ci2i) competition. They will pitch for a US$25,000 prize in each category, and get connected to investors in a one-of-a-kind ‘Sciencepreneur Investor Meetup. The finalists will also attend a lab-style bootcamp, held before the NEF Global Gathering. The bootcamp will involve pitch preparation and investment readiness sessions. Read more from source article: https://disrupt-africa.com/2020/03/next-einstein-forum-names-25-innovators-competing-at-nairobi-gathering/ Click here to subscribe for GetFundedAfrica Newsletters: https://getfundedafrica.com/pricing-plans/ ...
10 African startups selected for the Westerwelle Young Founders Programme
Ten African entrepreneurs selected for the latest Westerwelle Young Founders Programme were last week in Berlin to attend the Young Founder Conference. Run by the Westerwelle Foundation for International Understanding, the programme aims to offer outstanding young entrepreneurs from developing and emerging countries six months of business mentoring. Read more from source article: https://ventureburn.com/2020/03/meet-10-african-startups-westerwelle-young-founders-programme/ Click here to subscribe for GetFundedAfrica Newsletters: https://getfundedafrica.com/pricing-plans/ ...
Pension Funds and Alternative Investments Africa Conference
Following the great success of PIAfrica 2019, the 4th edition of Pension Funds and Alternative Investments Africa Conference is confirmed for 19 – 20 March 2020 in Mauritius. PIAfrica 2020 will bring together key stakeholders from the sector across Africa, industry experts and speakers for 2 days of intense debate & high-level networking. PIAfrica has been designed to provide a comprehensive view of pension funds and African Alternative investment market. Attendants will have the opportunity to witness high level sessions presented by Central Banks and Government leaders. Leading Pension Funds and Investment Companies will share their views on the current investment climate, the strategies to overcome existing challenges and the opportunities available to savvy investors....
GFA Daily Digest Mon, Mar. 16, 2020
East Africa Ethiopian reforms attract investor interest Africa EWB Canada launches $24m Africa-focused tech venture fund North Africa 3rd North Africa Renewable Energy Summit West Africa What’s fueling the rapid hotel growth in West Africa? Our previous weekend articles are here: 1) https://getfundedafrica.com/2020/03/14/gfa-weekend-feature-funding-fintech-in-africa/ and here: 2) https://getfundedafrica.com/2020/02/22/gfa-weekend-feature-how-to-raise-funds-for-an-african-hotel/ GetFundedAfrica curates funding news across Africa and emerging markets. Subscribe & check out our March 2020 preview and events here: https://getfundedafrica.com/2020/02/29/gfa-march-2020-preview/ Click here to subscribe for GetFundedAfrica Newsletters: https://getfundedafrica.com/pricing-plans/ ...
What’s fueling the rapid hotel growth in West Africa?
Today, Africa is seen as one of the most promising regions for hotel developers. Aside from small chains and independents, four global hotel groups dominate signings and openings on the continent. Over the last four rolling quarters, as of September 2019, Accor, Hilton, Marriott International and Radisson Hotel Group have opened 2,800 rooms and signed deals for 6,600 rooms. Across Africa, hotel development remains important in most advanced economies, such as Morocco and South Africa; and projects are multiplying in East Africa, especially in Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. In an interview, Philippe Doizelet, managing partner for hotels at Horwath HTL, a hospitality consultant, identified...
3rd North Africa Renewable Energy Summit
Organized by PEAK Events, NARES has successful gather more than 350 industry leaders and 40+ speakers over the last two years. North Africa, as the suitable location for Solar PV and CSP growing and the high potential for wind energy, has been attracting more and more renewables players. It is no doubt an indispensable and potential market that deserves your attention and exploration. The 3rd North Africa Renewable Energy Summit will take place in Casablanca, Morocco during June 4-5, 2020. Focusing on Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria & Egypt, NARES 2020 will update you the latest policy, news and projects in this region, helping you to network with key Developers, EPCs, Financers, Suppliers, etc. Read more from...
EWB Canada launches $24m Africa-focused tech venture fund
Non-profit Engineers Without Borders (EWB) Canada has announced the launch of Hummingbird Impact, a US$24 million fund that will back the most promising and impactful tech ventures across Africa. A registered charity that invests in people and ideas to tackle the most crucial causes of poverty and inequality, EWB Canada said Hummingbird Impact would provide early institutional capital and portfolio support to for-profit and impact-driven African tech ventures. Read more from source article: https://disrupt-africa.com/2020/03/ewb-canada-launches-24m-africa-focused-tech-venture-fund/ Click here to subscribe for GetFundedAfrica Newsletters: https://getfundedafrica.com/pricing-plans/ ...
Ethiopian reforms attract investor interest
Since Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed took power in April 2018, his government has sent an unambiguous message: It needs more private sector investment to drive growth and create jobs. The government’s growth strategy calls for structural reforms designed to strengthen the private sector, boost competition, and increase investment – an approach that is accelerating the end of Ethiopia’s long reliance on state-led economic development. The government plans to privatise the state-owned telecommunications company, Ethio Telecom, offering up to 49% ownership to outside investors. The government also plans to offer two new licences that will allow new players, including foreign investors, to enter the market. Read...
GFA Daily Digest Thur, Mar. 12, 2020
East Africa AHUB East Fintech Event North Africa Egyptian fintech Khazna lands seed investment Southern Africa Newtown Partners & Imperial Logistics Launch $20m Vc Fund For Logistics Startups Africa Africa Singapore Business Forum 2020 Our previous weekend articles are here: 1) https://getfundedafrica.com/2020/02/28/30403/ and here: 2) https://getfundedafrica.com/2020/02/22/gfa-weekend-feature-how-to-raise-funds-for-an-african-hotel/ GetFundedAfrica curates funding news across Africa and emerging markets. Subscribe & check out our March 2020 preview and events here: https://getfundedafrica.com/2020/02/29/gfa-march-2020-preview/ Click here to subscribe for GetFundedAfrica Newsletters: https://getfundedafrica.com/pricing-plans/ ...