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Top 10 Agri-Fintech Startups in Africa

Global stability largely depends on the food security and prosperity of the population. To reduce poverty levels and provide economic security to the dwellers of rural areas, the agriculture sector needs to be properly financed and get access to quality financial services. Agri-fintech startups serve exactly this purpose. In Africa, the need for agri-fintech services […]

Society & Lifestyle

How Sustainable Building Projects Help Africa Manage Urban Growth

Sustainability is a cornerstone of modern city development. While developed countries around the globe are pursuing net zero emission goals, developing nations in Africa are making efforts to implement sustainable solutions into their rapidly growing urban landscapes.

Finance & Economics

Investment Trends 2024

2024 may be a challenging year for investors. Although inflation growth has started to slow down, it is still high enough to impede global economies, businesses, and investing capabilities. Therefore, investors should look for market trends that can help them generate positive returns.

News

National Bank of Cambodia Partners IFC to Boost Green Finance

Cambodia’s transition towards a green economy requires a financing boost, with the National Bank of Cambodia and IFC joining efforts to support climate-friendly projects.

News

Adani Green Energy Raises $1.13B to Boost Renewable Energy Transition in India

India’s largest renewable energy developer, Adani Green Energy, said its shareholders will invest INR 9,350 crore ($1.13 billion) in the company to boost its capacity, achieving its stated target of 45 GW by 2030.

Science & Technology

TNB Partners Sime Darby to Advance Malaysia’s Clean Energy Goals

Collaboration between Malaysian utility firm Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) and property developer Sime Darby Property Berhad aims to expand sustainable energy projects within Sime Darby Property’s Township developments.

Science & Technology

Sustainable Tech Funding Stands Strong in 2023: Crunchbase

Despite a significant decrease in startup investment in most industries, sustainable tech funding managed to maintain the 2022 level on a global scale.

News

7RCC Applies for ESG-Focused Spot Bitcoin ETF

Crypto firm 7RCC applied for an ESG-focused spot Bitcoin ETF that will include 80% Bitcoin and 20% Carbon Credits Futures with the US SEC.

Science & Technology

Carbfix Puts CO2 Into Stone to Mitigate Climate Change

Iceland-based startup Carbfix has developed a revolutionary technology that mixes CO2 with water and injects it into basalt rock for storage, thus, mitigating climate change.

Society & Lifestyle

ResponsAbility Launches Climate Investment Strategy for Asia

Swiss firm responsAbility partnered with Germany’s development bank KfW and the Dutch development bank FMO to make an active contribution to carbon dioxide reduction in Asia through targeted climate investments.

News

Roland Berger & DFINITY Transform Waste Management With Blockchain

Roland Berger consultancy has partnered with the blockchain service provider DFINITY to address the growing global waste issue.

News

Mastercard and CARE Launch Strive Women for Female Entrepreneurs

Mastercard Strive Women aims to strengthen the financial well-being of small businesses in the APEC economies, focusing on female-led enterprises.

Society & Lifestyle

Mamaearth Share Price Debuts at 2% Premium on NSE

Shares of Mamaearth parent company debuted at nearly 2% premium over the IPO price on the National Stock Exchange (NSE).

Fintech & Ecommerce

What Are Smart Ration Cards and How do you Get One?

With the advancement of technology, food distribution among the poorest of the poor has become “smarter” with smart ration cards. What those are and how to use them in different regions of India – here is a handy guide for all those concerned.

Science & Technology

Orsted to Power 90K Irish Households With Solar Energy

Orsted and Terra Solar will develop a new 400 MW solar energy portfolio in Ireland

Science & Technology

Roam Introduces EV Bus to Transform Public Transport in Kenya

Roam’s new shuttle EV bus model Move continues to push for the adoption of electric vehicles in Kenya.