Barclays Accelerator reaches fintech startups in Cape Town
The Barclays Accelerator, which is powered by Techstars, has now embraced Cape Town and is promising to be a gateway to many of the fastest growing global economies of the world. It is also offering a 13-week programme which promises to "tap into this strong financial centre and offer mentorship, support and a wealth of money-can't-buy knowledge and experience. Startups will also gain access to our mentors, industry experts, and Barclays executives globally." Speaking to howwemadeitinafrica.com Ashley Veasey, chief information officer of Barclays Africa said that "if you look across the....
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