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Updates from The Beta Collective Community by Priscilla
🌍 Happening Today: Let’s Talk Africa’s Energy & Climate Future
Later today, we’re gathering for another edition of our community session, and this one is especially timely. We’re talking about how African-led innovation is shaping the future of energy and climate on the continent.
You’ll hear directly from two inspiring changemakers working at the intersection of sustainability, tech, and impact:
🎤 Meet the Speakers
Chidalu Onyenso – Founder & CEO, Earthbond
A Harvard MBA and Princeton grad, Chidalu has spent the last decade building fintech products before launching Earthbond—a one-stop-solar platform helping everyday Nigerians access clean, reliable power. She's combining fintech, carbon data, and supply chain expertise to make solar work for real people.
Olubunmi “Olu” Olajide – Account Executive, Odyssey Energy Solutions
With a deep background in deploying and financing decentralized renewable projects, Olu is passionate about powering off-grid communities. He’s also the host of The Energy Talk, where he breaks down the energy transition in emerging markets.
📅 Event Details
Theme: Investing in Africa’s Energy and Climate Future
Date: Today, July 31
Time: 5:30–6:30 PM WAT | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM CT
Location: Google Meet
We’ll explore what it really means to build climate solutions by and for Africa. Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your community spirit.
See you later today! 👋🏾
Members Only Event 🔐
Pitch Tuesdays
Every Tuesday, members of our community get the spotlight to pitch their startups, side projects, or bold ideas. It’s a safe, supportive space to practice your pitch, get feedback, and connect with potential collaborators or mentors. Whether you’re refining your concept or ready to launch, this is your time to shine.
Members only. 🎤
Weekly WhatsApp Discussions
Join our WhatsApp group every week for a focused, real-time conversation around the topic of discussion. It’s a chance to share your take, ask questions, and learn from the lived experiences of others in the community.
Don’t miss out on our members-only event — it’s your chance to connect, pitch, and grow with a community that truly gets it.
Ecosystem
News, Events, and Updates by Jesse
News
🚀 Treepz Launches in Canada with University of Toronto as First Client
African mobility startup Treepz has expanded to Canada, marking its first North American move. The company, which started in Lagos in 2019, now operates in 5 countries and has served over 6 million users.
Joan Aimuengheuwa
Funding and Resources
Google for Startups Black Founders Fund Africa
Up to $150,000 equity-free capital + global support. Open to startups solving real African challenges.
Deadline: Sept 15, 2025
Tebogo Mokwena,
Events
Deep Learning Indaba 2025 (Kigali, Rwanda)
August 2025 (Startup showcase on August 19)
Africa’s premier AI & machine learning gathering, uniting researchers, startups, and entrepreneurs. Includes a startup track for early-stage AI ventures to pitch, connect, and learn.
Africa Tech Festival 2025
Cape Town, South Africa
The event includes pitch competitions, startup showcases, and investor lounges aimed at accelerating digital transformation across the continent.
November 11–14, 2025
Africa Fintech Summit
The ISACA South Africa Annual Conference 2025, taking place from August 18–22 in Pretoria, will feature expert-led workshops, a main conference on cybersecurity and AI governance, and an Arabian Nights-themed awards gala, with up to 18 CPE credits available.
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