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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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.
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Kenyan Startups Can Now Expand to the UK with the Startup 360 Connect Program
Kenyan startups can now scale internationally through the UK-backed Startup 360 Connect Program. Get access to investors, funding, and mentorship.…
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UK Fintech Lenkie Secures £49 Million Series A to Expand Transaction-Based SME Financing
Lenkie secures £49 million Series A to transform SME financing with payables funding, addressing the UK’s £22 billion funding gap.…
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Kenya’s Startup Scene Shines at Sankalp Africa Summit 2025, Securing Top Honors
Kenyan startups excel at Sankalp Africa Awards 2025, securing top honors for innovations in healthcare, agriculture, and impact-driven entrepreneurship.
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Bridgetown Research Lands $19M to Scale AI Agents for Private Equity and Consulting
Bridgetown Research raised $19M to expand AI-powered business research, using proprietary data and expert interviews to accelerate strategic decision-making.
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Jasiri Growth Accelerator Opens Applications for Startups in Kenya and Rwanda
Jasiri Growth Accelerator offers $75,000 funding, mentorship, and support to startups in Kenya and Rwanda. Apply now via the Accelerator…
