[Press Release] Pacer Ventures partners Founder Institute, launches $3M fund for early-stage African startups

Mary Ann Palisoc

Pacer Ventures has announced a $3M fund for early-stage African startups that are solving some of the most critical problems on the continent. The focus will be on verticals expedient to the African continent including healthcare, financial inclusion, education and agriculture.

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