STARTUP WATCH- Online fashion marketplace Brantu has raised an undisclosed USD seven-figure investment in a series A funding round led by Sawari Ventures, the company said in a statement (pdf). Brantu will use the investment to grow its user base and increase its market share in Egypt, and add new verticals to its platform. Launched in 2019, Brantu is an e-commerce fashion platform stocking local and international brands including Dalydress, Merch and Carina. The company (Instagram) has reportedly attracted some 20k customers since its launch and carries women’s fashion.