Africa
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AUC appoints Ayman Ismail as associate provost for innovation and entrepreneurship
Existing staff member Ayman Ismail was picked by the American University in Cairo after an extensive international search.
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South African universities close ZAR400 million UTF II
Stellenbosch University, University of Pretoria, Wits University, and the University of Cape Town have backed the University Technology Fund II.
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University of Algiers 3 launches Algeria’s first university venture fund
The University of Algiers 3 Financial Investment Company will have DZD188.8 million at its disposal.
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Algeria unveils national spinout register, maps 388 startups at launch
Following the UK’s example, Algeria has launched a national register of spinouts with 388 already mapped across the country.
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Kenya draws up plans for $100 million commercialisation fund
The Kenya National Innovation Agency is looking to raise $100 million fund to accelerate research commercialisation into spinouts.
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Friday Five: Aspecthera, Axiles, LayerLogic, Orinova, Peach Cars
We take a look at some of the early-stage spinouts that caught our eye. This week: Aspecthera, Axiles, LayerLogic, Orinova, Peach Cars
