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Call for applications open for 2018 Africa Innovation Summit
Call for applications have now been launched across Africa for innovations addressing the continent's challenges.
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Africa can expect more mind-blowing tech developments in 2018
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Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) announces third MEST Africa Summit
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Applications open for $400,000 African Food Security Prize
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