Tech in Africa

7 Nov 2025 - Sawa Energy, an Ugandan renewable energy company, has secured EUR 2.5 million (USD 2.9 million) in equity funding from the EU-backed ElectriFI…

7 Nov 2025 - WildyNess, a sustainability-focused travel platform headquartered in Tunis that links mindful travelers with genuine local adventures, has secured an…

7 Nov 2025 - Ventures Platform, a leading early-stage venture capital firm in Africa, has secured $64 million to date for its second investment fund. Its…

5 Nov 2025 - Entries are now being accepted for the Innovate Ghana Innovation Challenge 2025, a competition jointly organised by Innovate Ghana, Innovate Labs,…

5 Nov 2025 - On 23 October 2025, the second edition of the Seal the Deal 2025 initiative concluded, with nine startups obtaining investment commitments worth over…

5 Nov 2025 - Ghana’s District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) and Singapore-based Embed Financial Group Holdings (EFGH) unveiled a strategic partnership to build…

5 Nov 2025 - October was an outstanding month for Africa’s startup scene, with startups across the continent securing more than $442 million in funding, excluding…

5 Nov 2025 - Explore how innovative solar irrigation startups in Africa are transforming agriculture by providing affordable, sustainable solutions for farmers.…

5 Nov 2025 - Explore innovative modular microgrid solutions transforming energy access in rural Africa, enhancing lives and driving community development. The…

4 Nov 2025 - Explore funding opportunities, barriers, and support programs for women entrepreneurs in Africa to boost growth and innovation. The post Ultimate…

4 Nov 2025 - Explore strategies for African startups to penetrate local markets by understanding consumer needs and navigating regulatory challenges. The post…

4 Nov 2025 - mmWave technology revolutionizes internet access in Africa, providing high-speed connectivity to urban and rural communities while addressing…

4 Nov 2025 - AI is revolutionizing logistics for African startups, optimizing routes, reducing costs, and addressing infrastructure challenges. The post How AI…

3 Nov 2025 - Wingu Africa, a leading developer of carrier-neutral Tier III data centres in East Africa, has entered into a strategic partnership with Africa Data…

3 Nov 2025 - Polygon Labs has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Flutterwave, Africa’s largest payment infrastructure provider, which has processed over…

3 Nov 2025 - Chowdeck, the YC-backed food delivery startup, has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing one million orders in a single month, highlighting…

3 Nov 2025 - Angolan mobility startup Anda has successfully secured $3.4 million (€3 million) in seed funding, co-led by European venture capital firms Breega and…

31 Oct 2025 - African startups have claimed top honours at the 15th edition of the Orange Social Ventures Prize (OSVP), securing a total of EUR 80K (USD 92K) in…

31 Oct 2025 - The Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) has extended the suspension of incorporation applications and preliminary approvals for companies seeking…

31 Oct 2025 - Enzi Mobility, a pioneering Kenyan e-mobility startup, has secured USD 3.5 million in funding through a strategic partnership with Kula PCC, a…

31 Oct 2025 - Kenyan agri-tech startup Synnefa has secured USD 300K in grant funding from the World Resources Institute’s Partnering for Green Growth and the…

31 Oct 2025 - When Iniubong Obonguko wrote his first line of code, he was not sitting behind a powerful computer. He was typing on a smartphone. Power cuts and…

30 Oct 2025 - Explore the leading mobile money platforms transforming Africa's financial landscape, enhancing e-commerce, and promoting financial inclusion. The…

29 Oct 2025 - The U.S. and Africa are collaborating to enhance renewable energy access and investment, leveraging resources and expertise for mutual growth. The…

29 Oct 2025 - Explore five partnership models essential for scaling EdTech in Africa, addressing unique challenges with innovative solutions. The post 5…

28 Oct 2025 - Explore how African digital health record startups are revolutionizing healthcare by improving data access, patient care, and operational efficiency…

28 Oct 2025 - Africa's AI investment shows rapid growth, yet remains unevenly distributed between North and Sub-Saharan regions, highlighting unique challenges and…

28 Oct 2025 - On the outskirts of Addis Ababa, 30-year-old Behailu Seboka, founder of Askema Engineering, manufactures brake pads using discarded materials from…

28 Oct 2025 - Africhange, a UK-licensed cross-border fintech platform, has partnered with Griffin, the UK’s leading bank for fintechs, to provide GBP bank…

28 Oct 2025 - Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced on Tuesday that the country plans to implement electronic visas by 2026 to streamline…

28 Oct 2025 - Velents.ai, an Egypt–Saudi Arabia-based artificial intelligence startup, has secured USD 1.5 million in funding to introduce Agent.sa, the first…

28 Oct 2025 - Wave Mobile, the $1.7 billion fintech unicorn that transformed West Africa’s payments landscape, is now undergoing a major shift in direction…

28 Oct 2025 - Utica Capital Unveils N20bn Venture Fund to Usher in a New Chapter for Nollywood   Utica Capital Limited has unveiled a landmark N20 billion…

27 Oct 2025 - Explore how mobility incubators empower African startups to tackle transport challenges through funding, mentorship, and tailored support. The post…

27 Oct 2025 - Explore how AI empowers African startups to proactively manage financial, operational, and regulatory risks for sustainable growth. The post How AI…

25 Oct 2025 - Nvidia has entered into a landmark US$700 million deal with Cassava Technologies (Cassava) to establish AI-ready data centres across several key…

25 Oct 2025 - The Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications, in partnership with Starz University, is proud to announce the launch of a significant Cybersecurity…

25 Oct 2025 - Tech in Africa is the leading platform connecting African startups, founders, and innovators with investors, customers, and the global tech ecosystem…

25 Oct 2025 - The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has made a significant move toward strengthening its regional security and crime prevention…

24 Oct 2025 - South African artificial intelligence company Locstat has secured €2.5 million (US$2.3 million) in a pre-Series A funding round to advance its market…

24 Oct 2025 - The UK’s development finance institution, British International Investment (BII), has taken a leading role as an anchor investor in Enko Capital’s…

23 Oct 2025 - Fast Loan set to help customers build credit profiles, alleviate financial pressure, and participate in the formal financial system. Mukuru, a…

23 Oct 2025 - The Republic of Guinea has finalized a significant GDP rebasing exercise, conducted by the National Institute of Statistics (INS) under the oversight…

23 Oct 2025 - Following the establishment of a regulatory framework for crypto assets, the Nigerian government is now focusing on stablecoins—digital tokens tied…

23 Oct 2025 - Ghana is working swiftly to implement formal cryptocurrency regulations by the end of December, underscoring a wider effort across Africa to manage a…

23 Oct 2025 - DHL Group has unveiled plans to invest over EUR 300 million across Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), reinforcing its enduring dedication to one of the world’…

21 Oct 2025 - Spiro, the leading African company in two-wheel transportation and battery swapping, has announced a major milestone with the completion of a…

21 Oct 2025 - Rwanda is making significant strides toward becoming Africa’s next artificial intelligence (AI) powerhouse, with a $17.5 million investment (…

21 Oct 2025 - Moniepoint, a leading fintech company in Africa, has announced the successful raise of an additional $90 million as part of its ongoing Series C…

21 Oct 2025 - It was nearly midnight in Lagos when Timilehin Ayantunji logged off from yet another one-on-one mentorship call. His mentee, an aspiring developer in…