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After a record 2022, 8 investors explain why it’s ‘still just Day 1’ for Africa’s startup ecosystem

TechCrunch

It turns out that while later-stage investors, mostly international VC firms, grabbed headlines by writing immense checks, pre-seed and seed-stage investors were instrumental to the growth of the continent’s tech ecosystem. These are all indications of a growing ecosystem,” he added.

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Co-Creation Hub’s edtech accelerator puts $15M towards African startups

TechCrunch

Africa’s largest innovation hub Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB), is launching a $15 million accelerator program, dubbed The Edtech Fellowship Program, to back and support 72 startups across Nigeria and Kenya over the next three years, TechCrunch has learned.

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The startup landscape has shifted dramatically: Accelerators must adapt or fade away

TechCrunch

Amid these turbulent times, the VC accelerator industry has emerged as a stalwart player. Factors such as remote work, offshore development, and the steadily growing labor pool of software engineers have enabled startups to hire additional engineering talent, adding yet another catalyst to this vibrant ecosystem.

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Today’s Tech Hubs: Labor and Housing Dynamics in the Post-Pandemic Era

Revolution

Revolution Chairman & CEO, Steve Case and Marketplace Senior Reporter, Stephanie Hughes The conversation: How a new generation of startup hubs can accelerate their entrepreneurial momentum The takeaways: The three most important buckets for creating a winning startup ecosystem are talent, capital, and collaboration.

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How Support Organizations Can Unlock the Potential of Entrepreneurs in Vietnam

Entrepreneurs' Organization

Establishing a network: Language barriers, cultural differences, and a disorganized startup ecosystem can make networking in Vietnam seem impossible. The Vietnam Angel Network (VAN) provides funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities for early-stage startups. Register now!

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The Philippines Government Collaborates with Marikina City to Foster Innovation and Startups

AsiaTechDaily

During the launch event on December 4, 2023, the DTI revealed the Incubation, Development, and Entrepreneurial Assistance (IDEA) Program and the Accelerating Development, Valuation, and Corporate Entrepreneurship (ADVanCE) Program. Both initiatives are specifically tailored to push the creative sector.

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K-Startup Grand Challenge: The South Korea accelerator program that is ‘a gateway’ to doing business in Asia

AsiaTechDaily

The country strives to create a balance between industrial conglomerates and the startup ecosystem. K-Startup Grand Challenge (KSGC) Program is the flagship accelerator program for international startups looking to enter the competitive Asian market. were chosen from the pool of applications.