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May 11, 2022
The Birth of a Start-Up Support System
The Sahel, breeding ground for a wealth of start-ups, is seeing a flood of incubators and accelerators ready to support innovative businesses.
May 4, 2022
A Modern Tagging System Protects an Ancient Cattle Breed in Madagascar
The distinctive humped back animals, valued at several hundred dollars each, support the livelihoods of herders, their families, and sometimes whole communities across the Indian Ocean island.
Apr 6, 2022
Looking for an e-ride
Across Africa, electric vehicles are scarce. But they’ll soon be coming, likely starting with motorbikes and buses.
Mar 25, 2022
Benefits Flow from Public-Private Water Partnerships
Across Africa innovative partnerships between governments and private operators manage sewage and deliver water to vulnerable communities
Mar 16, 2022
Lowering Barriers for Agribusiness in the Sahel
Targeted investments and sustained support can strengthen farmers’ prospects as well as regional food security.
Mar 16, 2022
Satisfying the Hunger for Locally-made Baby Food in Senegal
A Senegalese entrepreneur’s quest to bring locally-made, organic baby food to supermarket shelves across West Africa.
Mar 16, 2022
Reimagining Remote Learning
Surprising lessons are emerging from students’ experiences with online education—and the private sector is listening.
Mar 7, 2022
Building Resilience for West Africa’s Women Entrepreneurs
IFC is working with insurers in West Africa to improve women’s access to insurance products.
Feb 25, 2022
Safeguarding Africa's PPE Production
By shifting its strategy during the pandemic, Hela Clothing is expanding medical supply manufacturing in Africa.
Feb 21, 2022
A Green Debut in Côte d’Ivoire
A shopping mall’s pioneering bond highlights the growth of green finance in West Africa, with an assist from J-CAP.
