The Ultimate SWIFT and Russia Sanctions explainer
You've probably been reading lots of people explaining SWIFT, but most explainers miss some key details like 👇
1. SWIFT is not a payment system.
SWIFT is a messaging system (like email) used by 11,000 banks in 200+ countries
Don't miss our panel discussion about the role of hubs in grooming entrepreneurs in Rwanda with our general manager @charlesshyaka, @sarahrukundo22, @PascalMurasira, and @AshimweOlive starting from 1pm at our Demo Day tomorrow. Register here to attend: https://t.co/9gpCYuNj5p
The Rwandan government @RwandaICT has partnered with @Cc_HUB, Google and @mojaloop to support early-stage fintechs, boosting the country's status as a tech hub in the heart of Africa. @Tom_Collins reports. https://t.co/lUkq3PHNLO
500 African startups raised a combined $5 billion, reflecting a surge of investor confidence in Africa despite Covid-19 pandemic.
Rwandan based firms Ampersand($13 million) and Zipline ($250 million) also featured among the top recipients of investments.
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Startup idea:
15 minute grocery delivery, but we just take all the groceries and put them in a big store (I’ll call it a grocery store) and instead of delivery you just go get stuff whenever you want.
Raising $700m at $4b pre.
From the establishment of the Kigali International Financial Centre @Kigali_IFC to the proposed enactment of a Startups Act; here are eight recent developments that could boost start-ups ecosystem in #Rwanda.
✍🏾 : Felix Cuicredidi
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It is self-evident that remote working is becoming the new normal and it is important for employers and remote employees to put into consideration the tax liabilities threats that come with it.
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Rwandan innovators & tech-enabled start-ups please come forward!
Deadline for @RDBrwanda/@RwandaICT#HangaPitchFest2021 is 10 Nov 2021
Apply: https://t.co/wtiIdaxRoY
Awards👇
* $50,000 Hanga Start-up of 2021
* $12,500 for 4 runner-up innovators
* Business enabling prizes
I am very excited to announce that I am now the international partner for @KoiSportsCIC in Rwanda. I look forward to playing my part and working with the Rwandan Business Community to help raise investment to sustain and grow the country's grassroots #sports sector.