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Uh ... I kind of interpreted the headline as saying that this was, somehow, a Nigerian (aka "419") scam. I guess it isn't, it really is an impressive startup, t
by unwind 16y ago
Uh ... I kind of interpreted the headline as saying that this was, somehow, a Nigerian (aka "419") scam. I guess it isn't, it really is an impressive startup, that just happens to be based in Nigeria? Cool.
I hope (for their sake) that not more people have the same unfortunate prejudice.
- daystar 16y agotrue... the most impressive 'african' startup would have been a 'clearer' title..
- _djo_ 16y agoNot really, as there are surely equally impressive startups from countries like Egypt, Kenya and South Africa. The difference between this being the most impressive Nigerian startup the author has ever seen and it being the most impressive 'African' startup the author has ever seen is vast. The stigma attached to anything Nigerian on the internet is unfortunate, but will hopefully fade in time. And one of the best ways to overcome that stigma is to continue presenting sites like this which showcase a positive Nigerian commercial online presence.