- Airtel Africa intends to list its mobile money division, Airtel Money, in the first half of 2026, aiming to leverage the rising demand for digital payment services throughout the continent. Airtel confirmed the listing plan on Thursday, responding to the increasing investor interest in Africa’s…
- Jumia, Africa’s top e-commerce platform, anticipates generating sufficient revenue to cover its operating expenses by 2027. While this does not equate to net profitability, as taxes may still affect the bottom line, it marks a significant achievement for a publicly traded company that has…
- AI is revolutionizing coding education in Africa by enhancing accessibility, personalizing learning experiences, and addressing resource challenges.
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- Applications Now Open for the 10th K-Startup Grand Challenge 2025 South Korea’s Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) has officially opened applications for the 10th K-Startup Grand Challenge (KSGC) 2025. The highly anticipated program offers African startups up to ₩950 million (US$633,000) in equity…
- PowerDMARC, a global leader in email and domain security solutions, announced its strategic partnership with Onetic Africa as a Value-Added Distributor at GISEC Global 2025, held in Dubai. This partnership is set to accelerate the adoption of email authentication across French-speaking African…
- Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company, was recently ranked as a top 100 cross-border payment company by FXC Intelligence for the second consecutive year. FXC Intelligence’s Top 100 Companies list, now in its sixth year, serves as a market map to highlight and celebrate the 100…
- A $69 million (CFA 40 billion) innovation fund has been unveiled to support DeepTech ventures in Francophone Africa, with backing from the African Intellectual Property Organization (OAPI) and the African Guarantee Fund (AGF). Announced Monday in Yaoundé, Cameroon, the fund targets the financing…
- The fund targets companies in the manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, and telecommunications sectors. The News: Swedfund invests $15 million in TLG Capital’s AGIF II to support African SMEs. The fund focuses on SMEs experiencing financial stress, providing flexible debt solutions. AGIF II…
- The global medical device market is set to surge from $678.88 billion in 2025 to more than $1.1 trillion by 2034, fueled primarily by rising demand for home health monitoring among aging populations and those with chronic conditions. Established companies like Omron have long dominated with…
- CWG Plc, a leading Nigerian IT services and infrastructure company, is entering East African and Middle Eastern markets following its first billion-naira profit in over a decade. Operating across Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, and Cameroon, the 32-year-old company saw profits surge by 428% to ₦3.04…
- In April 2025, African start-ups secured $343 million through deals exceeding $100,000 (excluding exits), spanning 39 companies. This marks not only a strong recovery from a sluggish March but also the second-highest April performance on record, trailing only the funding surge of April 2022.…
- AI startups in Africa face infrastructure challenges, but government policies aim to improve access, education, and collaboration for growth.
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- Explore how African startups are revolutionizing public transport monitoring with innovative technology for faster, efficient, and reliable transit systems.
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- Explore how effective renewable energy policies in Africa can drive progress, ensuring energy access and sustainability for millions.
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- According to new data from the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), the value of mobile money transactions in Kenya declined significantly by 19.6% from KES 790.8 billion ($6.13 billion) to KES 636.2 billion ($4.93 billion) over the 12 months leading to February 2025, marking the lowest monthly figure in…
- Lendsqr, a Nigerian lending software startup, is developing an AI model that evaluates borrowers’ voices and facial expressions to assess their loan eligibility. According to the company, the model is 76% accurate and is designed to assist Nigerians lacking financial documentation in accessing…
- The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the World Bank Group’s private-sector arm, has pledged up to $45.6 million in debt funding to the Lendable MSME Fintech Credit Fund II (LMFCF II), managed by London-based asset manager Lendable Inc. The funding is intended to boost credit access for…
- Bokra, an Egyptian fintech, has successfully raised 3 billion Egyptian pounds ($58.9 million) through its inaugural sukuk issuance. The Mudaraba sukuks were issued for Aman Project Finance, a subsidiary of Aman Holding. This marks a key milestone for Bokra as it ventures into the project finance…
- Ayodeji Alaran, founder and CEO of PBR Life Sciences, started his career as a trained pharmacist. He gained experience working with global pharmaceutical companies such as GlaxoSmithKline and Pfizer across Africa and Asia. During his tenure, he witnessed the significant losses caused by a lack of…
- Kola Aina, founding partner of Venture Platform, states that the suspension of United States Agency for International Development (USAID) programs and US trade policies have contributed to a slowdown in Africa’s startup ecosystem. Aina made the statement on Monday during the African Private…
- Ride-hailing company Bolt is introducing electric tricycles in Lagos as part of its efforts to grow its electric vehicle presence in West Africa. Beginning in May, 25 tricycles built in collaboration with Lagos-based electric mobility firm SGX Mobility will be deployed. This rollout expands on Bolt…
- Access to essential medicines remains a pressing issue across East Africa, even as the region embraces digital transformation in healthcare. MyDawa, a healthtech startup based in Nairobi, is aiming to address this gap after raising significant funding from global investors. The round was led by…
- OmniRetail, a Nigerian startup aiding informal retailers in digitizing their supply chains, has secured $20 million in Series A funding to expand its operations across West Africa. The funds will be used to enhance operations in Nigeria, Ghana, and Côte d’Ivoire. OmniRetail also intends to…
- A new outcomes-based employment model is quietly transforming South Africa’s approach to youth unemployment and it’s proving effective. The Jobs Boost Outcomes Fund, launched in mid-2024, has successfully placed over 3,070 young individuals in quality jobs across 107 employers, including numerous…
- South Africa’s informal retail scene is undergoing a digital shift as fintech drives change. Kazang, part of JSE-listed Lesaka Technologies, is helping micro-merchants such as spaza shops adopt card payments for bill payments. The initiative is modernising township trade and advancing financial…
- AfCFTA is revolutionizing technology transfer across Africa by reducing barriers and promoting collaboration, impacting key industries.
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- African startups face significant risks in scaling operations, including financial, operational, and regulatory challenges that can impact growth.
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- Across the African continent, technology is revolutionising the world of sport. From grassroots development to elite performance, innovations are being harnessed to overcome long-standing barriers—such as access to equipment, infrastructure, and funding—while boosting visibility, performance, and…
- Morocco’s startup ecosystem is gaining momentum, and the entry of Flat6Labs, one of the most active early-stage investors in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, could be a game-changer. In collaboration with Tamwilcom, a Moroccan public financial institution, the venture capital firm…
- Explore innovative strategies and technologies to enhance telecom infrastructure in rural Africa, bridging the digital divide for underserved communities.
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- Tunisia’s venture capital landscape is making significant strides as United Gulf Financial Services Venture Capital (UGFS-VC) announces the first close of its early-stage investment fund, New Era Fund I. The fund has successfully secured €7 million (approximately $7.5 million) toward its €15…
- The AI race is intensifying, and Meta has just made a bold move with the release of Llama 4. Aimed at challenging industry giants such as OpenAI’s GPT-4.5 and Google’s Gemini, Meta’s Llama 4 models push the limits of AI performance, efficiency, and accessibility. Meta’s Llama models have undergone…
- In an exclusive interview, conducted by Saxo Bank, a global trading and investment platform, Anthony Scaramucci, former White House communications director and prominent financier, shared his candid thoughts on the evolving global financial dynamics, particularly regarding Nigeria’s recent move to…
- Cape Town is swiftly rising as a prominent technology hub in Africa, earning accolades such as “Africa’s Tech Capital” and “Startup Capital of Africa.” With a thriving ecosystem of startups, incubators, and accelerators, the city is drawing significant investment and talent. The Cape Town–…
- OpenAI is working on something new, and it’s not just another AI model. According to recent reports from Reuters and The Verge, the company is quietly testing a prototype for a social media platform that closely resembles Elon Musk’s X (formerly Twitter). The twist? It’s focused on ChatGPT’s image…
- Uzbekistan’s largest venture studio, Startup Garage, has officially launched a new venture studio in Casablanca, marking the first expansion of a Central Asian venture studio into North Africa, the company announced. This expansion follows Startup Garage’s participation in the GITEX Africa tech and…
- Learn how to effectively register and protect your trademarks across multiple African countries with key systems and strategies.
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- Explore how women founders in African tech are transforming industries, overcoming challenges, and creating opportunities for future innovators.
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- Ghana is positioning itself to become a leading African nation in terms of emerging technology companies. Currently, the country is deliberating the Innovation and Startups Bill, which was introduced in 2020. This bill presents an opportunity to foster gender inclusivity and encourage the…
- While the latest SACCI Business Confidence Index (BCI) suggests that sentiment among South African businesses is cautiously improving, fintech disruptor Lula is calling for a more realistic perspective. Although the figures seem to point to a positive trend, underlying challenges persist,…
- Explore how women entrepreneurs are reshaping Africa's tech landscape with innovative solutions in fintech, healthtech, and education.
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- Huawei South Africa has unveiled an advanced smart warehouse in Johannesburg, signaling a significant advancement in the region’s logistics sector. Covering 14,000 square meters, this state-of-the-art facility is equipped with advanced technologies designed to enhance efficiency, security, and…
- Explore how African freelancers are overcoming challenges and building a strong online presence to connect with global clients and increase their income.
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- Tech platforms are transforming youth employment in Africa by providing job matching, skills training, and remote work opportunities, addressing key challenges.
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- Across Africa, where a multitude of languages are spoken, many people are excluded from services simply because digital platforms are predominantly available in a few global languages. For a large number of individuals who do not speak those languages, this means being shut out of essential…
- Global banking technology firm Velmie has played a key role in the launch of Vult, Sierra Leone’s first digital banking super app, aimed at increasing access to financial services in the country. The app is already live and gaining attention, as stated by Velmie, which collaborated with Metro Cable…
- Huawei South Africa has unveiled an advanced smart warehouse in Johannesburg, signaling a significant advancement in the region’s logistics sector. Covering 14,000 square meters, this state-of-the-art facility is equipped with advanced technologies designed to enhance efficiency, security, and…
- LOXEA Nigeria, a subsidiary of the CFAO Mobility group, has officially introduced BYD (Build Your Dreams) electric vehicles to the Nigerian market, marking a significant step in the country’s shift toward cleaner transportation. The launch event took place over the weekend at the elegant Alliance…
- Arnergy, a leading Nigerian provider of distributed renewable energy solutions, has announced the successful close of an $18 million funding round aimed at accelerating the deployment of its solar energy systems across Africa. The funding round was led by All On, an off-grid energy impact…
- InfiniLink, an Egyptian semiconductor startup specializing in next-generation chip design and connectivity solutions, has secured $10 million in a seed funding round to accelerate product development and expand into international markets. The round was led by Silicon Badia, with additional…
