Standard Chartered and Bahrain FinTech Bay Select Ten Female-Led Startups for Futuremakers Women in Tech Bahrain Programme

Ten female-led startups across multiple sectors have been selected for Standard Chartered and Bahrain FinTech Bay’s Futuremakers Women in Tech Bahrain programme. The eight-week acceleration initiative supports entrepreneurial growth through mentorship, workshops, and networking, culminating in Demo Day with financial awards.

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Morocco’s Startup Ecosystem Accelerates Funding Amid Growing Pains, Highlights Need for Scale-Up Support

Morocco’s startup funding surged to nearly $95 million in 2024, driven by a few high-value deals and growing interest in TravelTech and FinTech. However, early-stage dominance, limited exits, and a funding gap risk stalling growth. Strategic support in late-stage funding, M&A, and emerging tech is essential to unlock Morocco’s next phase of innovation-led economic expansion.

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Orange Middle East and Africa and risingSUD Forge Strategic Partnership to Boost African Startups in Southern France

Orange Middle East and Africa and risingSUD have partnered to support African startups’ expansion into Southern France via the Orange Digital Center network. The collaboration provides tailored support and resources to foster growth, connecting innovation ecosystems across continents and strengthening economic ties between Africa, the Middle East, and Europe.

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