BioTech Startups in Africa

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Biotech in Southern Africa is a nascent industry with immense potential. Lono's entry stirred excitement but also skepticism. Local business leaders are cautiously optimistic, acknowledging the challenges (limited funding, infrastructure gaps) but seeing opportunities in areas like vaccine production and diagnostics. The real story lies in the collaboration and innovation happening on the ground, as startups team up with research institutions to address urgent healthcare needs.

Cummulative Funding

$20K+

Total # of Companies

1

Total Deal Count

1

Total M&A Count

0

Total # of Investors

1

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LONO is a biotechnology company in Côte d'Ivoire, converting organic waste into electricity and fertilizer.

Grant

$ 20,000

2016

Lono

Founded

2016

Overview

LONO is a biotechnology company in Côte d'Ivoire, converting organic waste into electricity and fertilizer.

Last round

Grant

Total raised

$ 20,000

Employee

11-50

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