Ido Sum is leaving TLcom Capital after 14 years, during which he supported top African startups like uLesson and Ilara Health, contributing to the firm’s growth in Africa’s tech ecosystem.
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Ido Sum exits TLcom Capital after 14 years, having played a key role in shaping Africa’s tech ecosystem.
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