Playbook / by - August 12, 2017 1:50 am
When most people think about tech startups, The Gambia is probably not the first country that comes to mind. The tiny West African country of 1.7 million people is popular…
Playbook / by - August 2, 2017 11:51 am
Since its revolution back in January 2011, Tunisia has been pursuing a transition strategy focused on democratic governance—one that is slowly but steadily improving the social and economic conditions of the country….
Playbook / by - June 28, 2017 1:13 am
With a stable political climate for many years now, Benin is a democratic African nation poised to become a regional leader in tech startup innovation. In fact, the country’s new generation…
Playbook / by - June 25, 2017 3:28 am
Somali tech startups are taking flight in 2017—supported by accelerators such as Innovate Ventures, a joint project between VC4Africa and Oxfam, as well as grassroots initiatives like Startup Somali—local entrepreneurs…
Playbook / by - June 15, 2017 7:21 am
Senegal’s tech startups have been receiving widespread accolades lately—from acceptance into local competitions such as Seedstars Daka to recognition in global acceleration programmes like BigBooster. Completion of the Diamniadio Technology Park—a $120…
Playbook / by - June 2, 2017 7:03 am
Tech startups in Ghana have been springing up at an impressive rate as of late, and things don’t seem to be slowing down in 2017. Local Accra-based organizations such as the Meltwater…
Playbook / by - May 17, 2017 6:11 am
As Chad continues to modernize its industries and stabilize its overall economy, an emerging startup ecosystem and network of digital entrepreneurs have taken the lead on this front. Young Chadian professionals in…
Playbook / by - May 8, 2017 5:53 am
With its white sand beaches and clear blue waters, Mozambique has long been known for its natural beauty and pristine Indian Ocean coastline. And though tourism remains a strong local industry, a handful…