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What we’re tracking this week and beyond
Sir Suma is back in town: EBRD boss Sir Suma Chakrabarti launch the institution’s “Economic Inclusion Policy Dialogue in Egypt”…
Careem Bus launches in Cairo
Careem Bus began operations in Cairo yesterday. The bus service is accessible through the Careem Bus app and covers routesstretching…
Jumia Black Friday sales jump 280% in 2018 compared to 2017
FACT OF THE MORNING- We love e-commerce. Jumia’s Black Friday sales grew 280% this year compared to 2017, helping drive…
Our exclusive sit-down with CIT Minister Amr Talaat
EXCLUSIVE- CIT minister looks to develop business-critical tech talent, turn Egypt Post into services and banking hub: We recently had…
What we’re tracking on 04 December 2018
The central bank’s parallel FX repatriation mechanism ends today for new portfolio investments. “The decision applies on any fresh foreign…
Google’s parent company wants to eradicate mosquitoes through sterilization
Silicon Valley is coming after bloodsuckers: Google parent company Alphabet Inc. has a plan to eliminate mosquitoes around the world…
Hermes’ valU starts Red Sea pilot run
EFG Hermes’ valU, which offers payment-on-instalment services via a mobile app, has begun operating in Hurghada on a trial basis,…
Halan raises multi-mn Series A round from Algebra Ventures and Battery Road Digital
Tuk-tuk and motorcycle ride-hailing app Halan raised mns in a series ‘A’ round from a group of investors, including our…
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