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Seedstars Africa Ventures gets $30M backing from EIB Global to invest in early-stage startups
Seedstars Africa Ventures has received a $30 million capital commitment from EIB Global, an arm of the European Investment Bank, which becomes the first major institutional investment for its first…
Seedstars Capital launches to support new fund managers around the world
The venture market is in the middle of a downturn, but there are still plenty of emerging fund managers. Seedstars announced today it has launched a platform called Seedstars Capital…
Humble keeps excess inventory out of the Philippines’ landfills
Excess inventory, including returned items, from e-commerce, logistics and retail companies often ends up being disposed. Manila-based Humble Sustainability is a circular economy startup that wants to keep it out…
Seedstars launches second fund to invest in 100 startups in emerging markets
Since its launch nine years ago, Seedstars has invested in 81 companies in over 30 emerging markets. Now it’s set a goal of investing in 100 more startups with the…
Capital is a commodity, the VC platform the differentiator, but working with the right people may have the most profound impact.
Africa Roundup: eBay expands, Google CEO visits Lagos, Ghana enters space
eBay opened up its U.S. platform to Africa through its partnership with MallforAfrica.com. Americans can now buy products on eBay from select vendors in six African countries, starting with merchandise…
