Shega | Innovation,Tech & Startups

2023-02-10 12:36:36 Expanding Ethiopia’s Agent Networks Through Innovative Digital Solutions

A guest article by UNCDF Ethiopia focuses on breaking down barriers to financial inclusion.

With a focus on access, services, and literacy, the article highlights how transforming Ethiopia's agent network distribution model with innovative digital solutions stands to benefit underserved communities

https://shega.co/post/expanding-ethiopias-agent-networks-through-innovative-digital-solutions/

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2023-02-08 20:03:02 African Union Meeting Triggers Motorcycle Ban in Addis Ababa, Disrupting Delivery Businesses

The city of Addis Ababa has imposed a ban on the use of motorcycles ahead of the 36th African Union meeting, impacting delivery businesses.

https://shega.co/post/au-summit-triggers-motorcycle-ban-in-addis-ababa-disrupting-delivery-businesses/

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2023-02-08 13:53:10 Renew Capital Gets Funding to Expand Blended Finance Across East Africa

Renew Capital, an Africa-focused impact investment firm, has announced a seven-year partnership with funding from the Canadian government to expand its successful blended finance model across East Africa.

https://shega.co/post/renew-capital-gets-funding-to-expand-blended-finance-across-east-africa/

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2023-02-07 18:31:52 Leading African Game Publisher Acquires Gebeta from Qene Games

Carry1st, the continent’s leading publisher of games and digital content, has acquired Gebeta, the product of Qene Games.

https://shega.co/post/leading-african-game-publisher-acquires-gebeta-from-qene-games/

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2023-02-07 17:02:11 Ethiopian AgriTech Start-Up Hello Erf Named Finalist in Global Competition with $1 Million Prize

Ethiopian agritech startup Hello Erf has been named a finalist in a global competition that recognizes innovative solutions with a $1 million Grand Prize.

https://shega.co/post/ethiopian-agritech-start-up-hello-erf-named-finalist-in-global-competition-with-1-million-prize/

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2023-02-07 11:18:57 Ethio Telecom Launches Ethiotel Innovation Program to Support Tech Startups

Ethio Telecom has officially launched its Ethiotel Innovation Program, aimed at empowering and supporting the nation's technology-based startups and innovators.

https://shega.co/post/ethio-telecom-launches-ethiotel-innovation-program-to-support-tech-startups/

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2023-02-06 17:54:39 Issue 70: Boosting Transactions & Streamlining Payments

Shega Weekly presents the latest updates in Ethiopia's startup and innovation ecosystem.

https://shega.co/post/issue-70-boosting-transactions-streamlining-payments/

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2023-02-03 08:36:33 New Fitness Startup Aims to Transform Bodies One Meal at a Time

In a bid to assist fitness enthusiasts in their journey, fitness and food startup Maed Nutrition has launched its services, providing pre-made meals tailored for muscle gain and weight loss.

https://shega.co/post/new-fitness-startup-aims-to-transform-bodies-one-meal-at-a-time/

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2023-02-02 20:24:38 Event in Capital Brings Together Innovation Ecosystem Players Across East Africa

AfriLabs, a network organization of African technology and innovation hubs, is hosting an ecosystem engagement event in Addis Ababa.

https://shega.co/post/event-in-capital-brings-together-innovation-ecosystem-players-across-east-africa/

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2023-02-02 18:58:36 From Suspension to Success: MamaPays, CashGo Return Banking on the Future

Ethiopian digital remittance platforms, which were in limbo following a series of suspensions, are back in business with new apps joining the scene.

https://shega.co/post/from-suspension-to-success-mamapays-cashgo-return-banking-on-the-future/

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