Exits and shutdowns in Africa's startup space

Episode 193 September 28, 2023 00:54:45
Exits and shutdowns in Africa's startup space
Techpoint Africa Podcast
Exits and shutdowns in Africa's startup space

Sep 28 2023 | 00:54:45

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Hosted By

Chimgozirim Nwokoma Oluwanifemi Kolawole Bolu Abiodun

Show Notes

This episode is also available on YouTube - https://youtu.be/RqU07fhRkoQ
 
On this week's Techpoint Africa Podcast, our reporters discuss an acquisition, a shut down, and other happenings in Africa's tech space.
 
The stories:
  • Risevest acquires Chaka
  • 54gene to shut down
  • Nigeria to boost startup listings on NGX
  • Sendy appoints administrator
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Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
05:33 - Risevest acquires Chaka
17:40 - 54gene to shut down
31:05 - Startups on NGX
36:49 - Sendy enters administration
 
Useful links
This episode was produced by Ogheneruemu Oneyibo
 
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Music - Beach by MBB - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEnQ8dHwDSk
 

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