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Afro Diaspora Connect Newsletter3 min readThe July edition of Afro Diaspora Connect spotlights VeSoko alongside other diaspora-focused ventures and developments โ from new investment platforms and AI labs to civic milestones and upcoming cultural events across the U.S.
Yves Semana shares a bold perspective on product launches and the courage it takes to ship before you feel ready โ a mindset every marketplace seller can learn from.
LinkedIn7 min readVeSoko Corp. was among 12 companies selected to pitch live at Chicagoland's inaugural Grassroots Tech Community Founder Pitch Kickoff during Chicago Tech Week โ one of 52 startups that applied for a chance to present to investors, operators, and community members.
Article1 min readAs we bid farewell to this year and welcome the next, weโre excited to share some news about ๐ฝ๐๐๐๐๐! VeSoko Connect (Visit at [vesoko.com](https://vesoko.com), the next-generation e-commerce platform dedicated exclusively to authentic African products. Designed by a team of talented young engineers, Vesoko makes African goods easily accessible in the U.S. and provides sellers with nationwide reach. Soon, sellers will also have the opportunity to source inventory directly from African producers. The pilot study with Ikaze East African Market is already showing promising success! If youโr
The Voice of African Enterprise3 min readRwanda's flagship innovation competition, Hanga Pitchfest 2025, has named its Top 25 startups โ including VeSoko โ advancing to a four-week boot camp ahead of the final investment round, underscoring the country's growing reputation as a hub for tech-driven entrepreneurship.
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