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The African fintech industry is booming, from the number of fintechs to the size of funding, African fintech is the newest investment magnet. Photo/Ventureburn
  • IFC and Viva Technology have announced the second edition of the AfricaTech Awards.
  • Founders are invited to apply for the awards in three categories – climate tech, fintech, and health tech 
  • The winners of the awards will gain access to leaders and top executives in the tech industry and increased visibility among global investors.

IFC and Viva Technology have announced the second edition of the AfricaTech Awards, an initiative to spotlight Africa-focused companies with innovative solutions addressing key development challenges linked to climate change, health care, and financial inclusion.

Founders are invited to apply for the awards in three categories – climate tech, fintech, and health tech – on the awards’ website from February 27 to March 12, 2023.

The winners of the awards will gain access to leaders and top executives in the tech industry and increased visibility among global investors, including IFC, one of the largest venture capital …