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Bolanle Ahmed

Bolanle Ahmed is News Reporter for AfriWallStreet, based in Nigeria. She writes breaking news, analysis and features – with a focus on the Nigeria and Africa.

Call to Apply for the Women in Tech Accelerator

Applications are closing soon for the next cohort of the Women in Tech Accelerator, led by Standard Chartered Foundation in partnership with Village Capital and the Enterprise Development Centre.

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Breet Launches Equity-Free Grant Programme

Breet, a cryptocurrency payment infrastructure platform, has launched a $10,000 equity-free grant programme for African fintech, crypto, stablecoin, and payments builders

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When Borrowing is  Leprosy and Cancerous

No serious economy borrows recklessly. Nations borrow with discipline, with purpose, and with a clear plan for repayment through productive investment.

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The Transformative Power of Sport

Sports have the unique power to forge identity and legacy. Iconic figures like Pelé and Plato - originally named Edson Arantes do Nascimento and Aristocles - carried names earned through athletic prowess rather than birth.

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Nigeria's Opposition Political Parties to Present Single Presidential Candidate

Nigeria's Opposition political parties have announced plans to present a single presidential candidate for the 2027 general election.

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Here are the African Tech Ventures Selected for the Google for Startups Accelerator

The Google for Startups Accelerator Africa programme has supported 106 startups from 17 African countries. The 10th programme, like the ninth, was open to seed-to-Series A startups based in Africa

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What Angel Investors  Care About in Founders

African angel investors have become more sophisticated over the years, learning from past investments, refining their judgement

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Apply for the Co-Creation × Innovation Program “QUEST” 2026

We welcome applications from individuals and organizations committed to pursuing innovative solutions to social challenges through co-creation with diverse partners.

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What Is AfriWallStreet and How It Helps African Businesses

An in-depth exploration of AfriWallStreet, its mission, and its impact on African entrepreneurs.

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Applications for ISS Dakar: Junior Fellowship Programme, Africa Now Open

The Institute for Security Studies (ISS) and the Bosch Foundation are empowering West Africa’s next generation of policy leaders

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Kelechukwu Uzoka, Esq: Cyber Security Is A Governance Issue. A Legal Issue. A Reputational Issue

Cybersecurity deserves a seat at every board table, every transaction advisory conversation, and every regulatory compliance review.

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AfriWallStreet: Everything Entrepreneurs and Businesses Need to Grow

AfriWallStreet is an online platform designed as an all-in-one hub for professionals, entrepreneurs, and businesses, particularly those in Africa.

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