Funding
Insights into funding strategies, startup investment trends, and financial advice for emerging companies.
- Startups
Juicyway Raises $3M to Transform Cross-Border Payments in Africa with Stablecoin Technology
Juicyway raises $3M to revolutionize Africa's cross-border payments using stablecoin technology, enabling faster, cheaper transactions and unlocking currency liquidity.
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Kenya Leads $379M African Startup Funding Growth with Black Founders Fund Impact
The Black Founders Fund Alumni Summit highlights $379M raised, 6,000 jobs created, and 61% growth, empowering African startups.
- Startups
Visa Backs African Fintech Growth with Investments in Leading Startups
Visa invests in four African fintechs from its accelerator program, reinforcing its commitment to digital transformation, financial inclusion, and innovation…
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Janngo Capital Closes Africa’s Largest $78M Gender-Equal Tech Fund to Boost African Startups
Janngo Capital closed its $78M fund, Africa’s largest gender-equal tech VC, supporting African startups focused on gender equality, tech, and…
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BasiGo Secures $42 Million to Scale Electric Public Transport Across Sub-Saharan Africa
BasiGo secures $42 million to scale electric buses across East Africa, expanding sustainable public transport with strategic funding and partnerships.
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Two Kenyan Companies Among Global Finalists for Prestigious £1 Million Earthshot Prize
Two Kenyan companies, d.light and Keep It Cool, are finalists for the £1 million 2024 Earthshot Prize in climate innovation.
- Startups
Why Reporting is Now Critical for Startup Survival in Africa – Insights from Wimbart’s 2024 Report
Wimbart’s 2024 report reveals growing investor-startup communication gaps in Africa, highlighting increased reporting demands, trust issues, and shifting priorities.
- Startups
Standard Chartered Awards KES 8.75 Million to Scale Up Seven Women-Led Startups in Sustainability
Standard Chartered awarded KES 8.75 million to seven women-led startups focused on sustainability, promoting ESG practices through the Women in…
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Google Alumni-Led XA Network Expands to Empower African Startups
XA Network expands into Africa, supporting startups with investments and expert guidance, bridging African and Southeast Asian tech ecosystems.
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Meta Awards $500K to Kenyan AI Projects: Digital Green and Jacaranda Health Lead the Way
Meta awards $500K to Kenyan AI projects, supporting innovative solutions in agriculture and healthcare through its Llama Impact Grants.
- Startups
FlapKap Secures $34M Pre-Series A Funding to Scale SME Financing Across MENA
FlapKap secures $34M pre-Series A funding to expand SME financing across MENA, leveraging data-driven technology and innovative solutions.
- Startups
TLcom Announces Africa Tech Female Founder Summit 2024, Opens Call for Applications
TLcom announces Africa Tech Female Founder Summit 2024, empowering female entrepreneurs with leadership insights, networking, and growth opportunities.
- Startups
Field Partners with Gates Foundation to Launch $11M Maternal Health Initiative in Africa
Field launches a $11M initiative, backed by Gates Foundation, to tackle maternal mortality and improve healthcare in Africa.
- Startups
Wattnow Secures Multi-Million Dollar Funding Round to Revolutionize Energy Management
Wattnow secures multi-million dollar funding to expand its AI-powered energy management platform, driving sustainability and global growth.
- News
SSI Inc. Raises $1 Billion to Build Safe Superintelligent AI
SSI Inc. raises $1 billion to develop safe superintelligent AI, prioritizing safety and research with support from top investors.
