Startups
Spotlighting emerging tech startups, innovative solutions, and the entrepreneurs behind them. Learn about the next big thing in the tech industry here.
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Testsigma Launches Autonomous Testing Tools, Powered by Agentic AI
Testsigma introduces autonomous AI testing and new Test Management suite, aiming to unify and speed up QA workflows.
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Kofa Raises $8.1 Million to Expand AI-Powered Battery Network Across Urban Africa
Kofa raises $8.1M to expand its AI-driven battery network in Ghana and Kenya, reshaping urban energy access in Africa.
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7 African Startups Selected by i3 to Transform Pharmacy Care with Support from Gates Foundation, MSD, Cencora
Seven African startups to receive up to $225K each from i3 to scale pharmacy-focused healthtech innovations across 19 countries.
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African Startups Using AI Can Now Apply for Google’s Flagship 2025 Accelerator Program
Google opens 2025 Africa Accelerator for AI startups offering equity-free support and $350K in Cloud credits.
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Africa’s Youth Spearhead AI Revolution at ATU Innovation Challenge
Young African innovators won the ATU Africa Innovation Challenge in Nairobi for AI solutions addressing key continental challenges, receiving training…
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SigIQ.ai Emerges from Stealth with $9.5M to Deliver Elite-Level AI Tutoring
AI tutor that aced UPSC goes public: SigIQ.ai raises $9.5M to offer elite education at the cost of computation.
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Sabou Capital to Invest Up to $1.5 Million in 25 African SMEs
Sabou Capital, a new SME-focused fund, will invest up to $1.5 million in 25 African businesses across West and Central…
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Series Launches from Stealth with $3M to Reinvent How Gen Z Connects Using AI in iMessage
Series, an AI-powered iMessage platform, raised $3M to help Gen Z students build meaningful, bias-free connections through AI Friends.
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How Ndovu is Changing the Investment Landscape in Kenya
Ndovu democratizes investing in Kenya with low minimums, mobile integration, and diverse options like U.S. stocks, ETFs, and bonds.
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Supervised Launches from Stealth to Redefine Management with AI, Backed by Proven Founders
Supervised, a new AI startup by Metaco's founders, has launched from stealth to redefine enterprise management. Their platform extends manager…
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Safaricom’s Spark Accelerator Demo Day Showcases Kenya’s Future Tech Titans
Kenya’s tech ecosystem took center stage on 21st March 2025 as Safaricom, alongside its partners, hosted the inaugural Spark Accelerator…
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Alitheia Capital and Goodwell Investments Exit Baobab Nigeria, Highlighting the Future of African Finance
Alitheia Capital and Goodwell Investments exit Baobab Nigeria after 12 years, marking significant growth in financial inclusion and microfinance expansion.
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ClearGrid Raises $10M to Build the Future of Debt Collection in MENA Using AI
ClearGrid raises $10M to revolutionize MENA's debt collection with AI, improving borrower engagement, resolution speed, and financial system efficiency.
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Kenyan Innovators Shine in Africa Prize 2025 with AI, Renewable Energy, and Agri-Tech Solutions
Five Kenyan innovators shortlisted for the 2025 Africa Prize, showcasing AI, renewable energy, and agritech solutions tackling Africa’s challenges.
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Shutter Network Launches Shutter API to Bring Next-Gen Encryption to Web3
Shutter Network launches Shutter API, a decentralized encryption tool enabling trustless privacy for Web3 auctions, gaming, DeFi, and secure transactions.
