Fast growth, big capital, and how Moniepoint is building a fintech unicorn in Africa | E2036

(0:00) Alex Wilhelm kicks off the show
(1:21) Moniepoint's origin story and pivot to the current model
(10:30) OpenPhone - Get 20% off your first six months at https://www.openphone.com/twist⁠
(10:13) Balancing profitability and venture capital
(16:48) Digitalization's impact on Moniepoint's growth
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(26:43) Moniepoint's office and IPO strategies
(28:18) Launch of consumer banking services
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(32:07) The recent fundraising round and valuation insights
(38:32) Moniepoint's expansion plans in Africa
(42:17) Fostering the early-stage startup ecosystem
(44:18) Tosin's journey in angel investing
(46:38) Spotlight on African startups in the global market
(49:37) Angel University - Apply now at https://www.angel.univeristy

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