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Silicon Valley has deep pockets for African startups – if you’re not African

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submitted almost 6 years ago by taya

 Silicon Valley has deep pockets for African startups – if you’re not African

submitted almost 6 years ago by taya

 Silicon Valley has deep pockets for African startups – if you’re not African
  • African entrepreneurs face challenges like discrimination and racism when seeking funding from global investors, with white founders often receiving more support.
  • Some African entrepreneurs are working to address the funding gap by starting local venture capital funds and angel investor networks to support startups on the continent.
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