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CEO of FirstFounders, an advocate for the venture studio model and experienced in validating startups in Africa.
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Can venture studios crack Africaβs startup puzzle? FirstFounders thinks so
Techpoint Africa - Dec 04, 2025
In July 2025, PocketLawyers announced funding from Nubia Capital to expand its operations in Africa. PocketLawyers pivoted from a user-lawyer connection service to offering connectivity tools for lawyers.

PocketLawyers secures undisclosed funding to solve legal pain points
Bendada.com - Jul 15, 2025
PocketLawyers.io secured funding from Nubia Capital to accelerate growth across Africa. The investment aims to reduce turnaround times for legal services, a major issue for businesses.

How 11 tech leaders are thinking about 2025
Bendada.com - Dec 31, 2024
Femi Oriowo predicts a vibrant rebound in Africaβs tech ecosystem by 2025/26 due to expected drops in global interest rates. Ayobami Olajide expects more fundraising announcements for mature seed-stage companies, reflecting a consolidation phase in the ecosystem.
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