TOKYO -- The Japanese government plans to join hands with venture capital firms to help Japanese companies make inroads into Africa by gathering information about local startups and facilitating tie-ups, Nikkei has learned.
Venture capital firms to act as bridge between Japanese and local businesses

The Japanese government will support efforts by Japanese companies to cooperate with African businesses, on expectations of strong economic growth on the continent. (Photo by Keiichiro Asahara)
TOKYO -- The Japanese government plans to join hands with venture capital firms to help Japanese companies make inroads into Africa by gathering information about local startups and facilitating tie-ups, Nikkei has learned.