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New Seedstars Index: Efficient Tool for Data-Driven Decision Making

The Seedstars Index (SSI) has been fully reworked for the 2020 edition with the aim of achieving a higher quality predictive indicator for the success of an entrepreneurial ecosystem. Why SSI is a powerful tool for data-driven decision making:

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Seedstars and Waterpreneurs launch the Seedstars: Water Nexus in Asia

Seedstars and Waterpreneurs are launching the Seedstars: Water Nexus programme to connect, train and bolster the water industry in Asia.

Jun. 07, 2021

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Development Ministry launches startup support program with €100K grant for Kenyan entrepreneurs

he Federal Development Ministry (BMZ) is launching the DeveloPPP Ventures that aims to empower local Kenayn startups by providing an entrepreneurial support program with a grant of up to €100,000.

Jun. 04, 2021

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Five African startups receive a grant and entrepreneurial support from SAIS

Southern Africa Innovation Support Programme (SAIS) and Seedstars have awarded five startups from this year’s startup batch of the Investment Readiness Program a 5K USD funding grant.

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Meet the 3 ventures from emerging markets that will pitch at Seedstars International Demo Day

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Meet the 3 companies from emerging markets that will pitch at Seedstars International Demo Day

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