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PrivPay Shutdown: A Case Study on a Single Point of Failure
January 18, 2025
Why did PrivPay, a Kenyan fintech startup, shut down abruptly? This case study explores the reasons ...
Read MoreThe Invisible Mental Health Struggles of Founders
January 15, 2025
The media and the world generally portray entrepreneurship as glamorous. However, if you are a busin...
Read MoreFinding the First Hires for Your Startup
December 21, 2024
Starting a business often feels like constructing a house of cards; every piece matters and stabilit...
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Dive into our 2024 report on startup failures and learn from the insights to build stronger businesses.
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