Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine the startup models adopted by entrepreneurs in launching platform enterprises, and the effectiveness of business incubators across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Design/methodology/approach: Data reflecting origin, models, services, ownership and...

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