Start-ups eye big opportunities at Dubai expoThe African Union (AU) will for the first time participate in a World Expo to be held in Dubai next yearThe World Expo is one of the oldest and largest global events, taking place every five years and lasting six months. Dubai won the bid to host the expo in November 2013. The event will be a key platform for all AU States to strengthen their relationship with the UAE and the globe. Dubai has given out 14 grants to start-ups that operate in Africa and more are expected to be awarded. Two start-ups from South Africa - Munch Bowls and Mobbisurance – have also benefited from Expo Live’s funding.

Source: Standard Digital November 12, 2019 12:51 UTC