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The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved an equity investment of up to $15 million in the Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund (AAA Fund), a private equity vehicle focused on scaling high-growth businesses across the continent. The investment is expected to help mobilise additional institutional capital while strengthening the fund’s ability to provide long-term financing to

The African Development Bank Group has approved an investment of about $8.1 million in the Breega Africa Seed I Fund to support early-stage technology startups across the continent. The investment comprises $5.4 million in equity from the bank and a further $2.7 million junior tranche financed on behalf of the European Commission under the Boost

Ali Mirsaidi is a partner at the international law firm Perkins Coie and a member of the firm's Digital Media, Entertainment, and Gaming practice group. This article is part of AI Week. Over the past few years, AI use in gaming has taken on new meaning and new controversy. A constant stream of headlines reflects

The Health Development Partners (HDP) Retreat convened at the WHO Uganda Country Office today, bringing together partners in the health sector to discuss strategies for enhancing HDP strategic alignment and coordination, health sector priorities and critical gaps on financing within the health sector. This year’s retreat also underscored the need to improve coordination among health

News February 19, 2025 by Tony Akowe, Abuja Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has charged the pioneer board of the North West Development Commission (NWDC) to deliver on their mandate, emphasizing that the entire region will closely monitor their progress. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday while receiving members of the board, led

Tribune Online What is the background and development of Christmas Caroling? Christmas caroling is a beloved tradition that brings people together to celebrate the joy of the season through songs. With roots that trace back centuries, this practice has evolved from ancient winter festivals to a heartfelt expression of faith and community...