StepchangeAfrica

A growth agency providing customer-centric and hands-on #solutions to businesses operating, investing and expanding in #Africa. [email protected]

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#TipsTuesday

📈📊"Numbers don't lie."

@SmartClassRw founder and CEO, @AbdulNiyonizeye shares insights on how to make data-driven decisions that drive growth and success.

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Launching a startup in #Africa?

Listen to managing partner, @aherweg as he shares key advice on the benefits of knowing your customers in designing #marketing & sales strategies and how it's a #funding tactic when pitching your business to potential funders.

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What’s the most promising African startup sector right now?

#fintech #agritech #healthteach #edtech

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Renewable Energy & Sustainability: With abundant renewable energy sources, including solar, wind, & hydropower in #Africa, startups can lead the charge in developing clean energy solutions & sustainable infrastructure to contribute to environmental conservation & economic growth.

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#ThursdayTips
Underexplored sectors represent vast opportunities for African startups to innovate, create jobs, and drive economic growth while addressing the continent's critical challenges.

Here are 3 underexplored sectors that African startups can venture into:

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Healthcare Innovation: As digital connectivity improves across the continent, #startups can focus on telemedicine, mobile health apps, and #healthcare supply chain optimization. These solutions can bridge the healthcare gap, improve access, and enhance #medical services.

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Tech venture capitalists (VCs) play a vital role in supporting startups through #funding, mentorship, & resources they need to succeed.

Check out venture capitalists who have dedicated their expertise & resources to invest in #African #tech #startups.

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African countries are embracing Startup Acts to foster the growth and sustainability of their ecosystems.

How will Startup Acts support small businesses and SMEs?

#startupAct #Africa #Growth #business

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Learn more: https://t.co/CfeASN3t31

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The startups we admire #7

@Edencaremedical is a digital health insurer targeting employers in Africa, which uses advanced tech to offer streamlined, affordable health insurance services.

Eden Care was selected for the prestigious @ycombinator summer 2023 batch.

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Performance Management: Implement a #performance management system that includes regular feedback, #goal setting, performance evaluations, and #rewards/recognition programs.

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Effective HR (Human Resources) and corporate governance practices are crucial for the success and growth of early-stage startups and social enterprises. Here are some key considerations:

#Africa #HR #startups

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Employee Policies and Procedures: Create comprehensive employee #policies and #procedures that cover areas like code of conduct, anti-discrimination, #harassment prevention, compensation, leave policies, and disciplinary procedures.

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Exciting news! Managing Partner, @aherweg will be mentoring @DigiFemmes Entrepreneurs and supporting existing women SMEs to help lead their companies to adapt, be agile, and navigate a fast-changing world.

#startup #SMEs #entrepreneurs

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Learn more about Bizzyn here: https://t.co/CKVhQHDisp

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#NewClientAlert

We’re thrilled to announce our new client Bizzyn, a #fintech startup based in #Tanzania.

Bizzyn is a full-feature business & financial management suite engineered to accelerate businesses' growth and drive innovation swiftly and confidently.

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Are you an emerging angel #investor from Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania, Ghana & Zambia?

Register to join @AAA_AngelInvest's upcoming cohort to expand your #network and get #mentorship.

Apply here: https://t.co/RdLIrhy5WQ