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Africa's early-stage tech startups are experiencing reduced venture capital funding as investors prioritize later-stage companies with proven revenue and scale. This shift has led to fewer deals and larger average investments, with firms like Silverbacks Holdings and 4Di Capital focusing on growth-stage ventures to meet exit and return targets.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, nearing the end of her tenure, announced she will be less visible due to a mono diagnosis. She reported experiencing a lingering sore throat and intense fatigue.

Flutterwave, a Nigeria-founded fintech firm operating in 35 African countries, aims to expand through acquisitions and integrate Ripple's stablecoin to become Africa's primary fintech platform. The company secured a $3.25 billion valuation after an investment round including Ripple and has acquired Mono, a Nigerian startup, to enhance its consumer financial data offerings.