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Myka Secures Pre‑Seed Funding to Expand Insurance Access in Nigeria
Myka raised a pre-seed funding round from Ventures Platform, TLcom, and notable founders. The financial details of the funding round remain undisclosed.
Sim Shagaya’s Myka wants to do for insurance what agency banking did for fintech
Over 70% of Nigerians are uninsured as of 2025, according to the NCRIB. Sim Shagaya launched Myka, a digital broker that allows consumers to purchase insurance from multiple providers.
Brass Announces Full Transition Into Paystack MFB; Ceases as an Independent Entity
Brass launched in 2020, providing Nigerian SMEs with quick banking solutions. In October 2023, Brass experienced a liquidity crisis due to withdrawal delays.
Why more exits don’t mean more liquidity for Africa’s tech ecosystem
Africa's tech ecosystem produced 181 verified VC-backed exits from 2011 to 2026. Exits increased by 36% while funding declined by 33%, indicating a backlog of companies needing liquidity.
Talstack partners BII, Ventures Platform to teach ESG to African startups
Talstack launched an ESG programme in partnership with British International Investment and Ventures Platform. The programme offers courses designed for founders and startup teams on ESG practices.
