Lipa Later successfully raises KES 500 million, plans to secure KES 2 billion, aiming for financial inclusion in Kenya.
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Flapmax and Microsoft launch FAST Accelerator Program with 12 African startups to advance AI solutions for societal challenges.
inDrive launches Underdog Tech Award to support startups overcoming challenges in emerging markets, with a $60,000 prize.
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation-supported i3 unveils 29 healthcare startups from 21 African countries, driving innovation and accessibility.
Nine African ventures selected for the Africa DeFi Summit in Accra, showcasing fintech and blockchain innovations.
Ugandan agritech Emata secures $2.4M seed funding, aims to revolutionize agricultural finance, expand across East Africa.
Winners of 2023 GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize announced. Top agripreneurs awarded for innovative solutions in African agriculture.
WAYA2023 awards recognize outstanding female agripreneurs in Africa, celebrating innovation, contribution to agriculture, and empowerment.
African tech funding at risk due to investor-founder disconnect. Report urges enhanced communication for sustainable growth.
Aurora Tech Awards celebrates African women in tech, empowers them with prizes, and promotes gender equality. Entries open for 2024.
African e-commerce company Wasoko expands to the DRC, aiming to boost local businesses through cross-border operations.
UNICEF Ethiopia partners with Global Startup Awards Africa 2023 Summit to empower youth and drive innovation.
Google introduces AI First Accelerator to aid African startups solving challenges with artificial intelligence.
AFEX hosts Code Cash Crop 4.0; Mr Yakubu wins $10,000 for Farm Central Intelligence; Kenyan teams also triumph.
Moove secures $76M funding; Sendy, former partner and Safaricom spark fund beneficiary, shuts down after investor challenges.