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Local Accelerators Emerge in Africa as Y Combinator Shifts Focus Away from Developing Markets
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- Y Combinator's initial focus on Africa has shifted away from developing markets.
- Accelerate Africa aims to become 'The YC of Africa' under Iyinoluwa Aboyeji.
- No African startups were in YC's latest summer batch, marking a decline.
- Aboyeji emphasizes the need for a local capital base for startups.
- GoTime AI focuses on supporting AI startups in Africa, co-founded by Ugochukwu Luongo.
- Accelerate Africa prioritizes mentorship over upfront funding for startups.
- Lower operational costs in Africa could attract global acquirers for startups.
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