African startups are on a meteoric rise. The continent, often stereotyped for its challenges, is rapidly transforming into a hotbed of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. A...
The digital revolution has dramatically transformed the way consumers engage with businesses worldwide. In South Africa, this transformation is most evident in the rapid adoption and...
South African travel technology company TurnStay has secured a $300,000 funding round from DFS Lab and Digital Currency Group (DCG), both headquartered in the United States....
Rwanda, a nation rising from the ashes of a turbulent past, has emerged as a surprising hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. Despite its challenges, Rwanda boasts...
Africa’s tech scene is buzzing with innovation. From life-changing fintech solutions to groundbreaking applications tackling societal challenges, African entrepreneurs are redefining the landscape. However, securing the...
Ghana’s tech scene is experiencing a surge. From innovative mobile money solutions to groundbreaking applications tackling social challenges, Ghanaian entrepreneurs are rapidly shaping the African tech...
i’SUPPLY, a leading Egyptian startup specializing in tech-enabled pharmaceutical distribution, has successfully closed a pre-Series A funding round, bringing its total funding raised to $2.5 million...
Nala, a remittance startup rapidly evolving into a comprehensive payments platform, has secured a massive $40 million equity investment in a Series A funding round. This...
For decades, the narrative surrounding innovation has been dominated by a single location: Silicon Valley. Images of sprawling tech campuses, venture capitalists throwing money at ideas,...
For any startup, navigating the complexities of financial management is crucial for achieving sustainability and growth. In the dynamic and resource-constrained environment of Africa, this task...
The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF), Africa’s leading philanthropy empowering young entrepreneurs, has officially announced the opening of applications for the...
Africa’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trade volume, VALR, has officially opened applications for a Country Manager – Kenya, marking a...
As the world accelerates deeper into the digital economy, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most important...
The second edition of Crypto on the Beach was a resounding success as Lagos-based crypto practitioners, builders, and enthusiasts gathered...
Crypto on the Beach is back for its highly anticipated second edition, taking place on Saturday, December 14th, 2025 at...
In one of the most shocking developments in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem, Paystack—a leading fintech giant—suspended its co-founder and Chief Technology...
Cyberchain, Africa’s leading Web3 and digital economy convener, is proud to announce Tokenized Economy 2025, the continent’s premier industry conference...
Kenya and Tanzania recently inaugurated a 130 km terrestrial fiber‑optic link connecting Dar es Salaam to Mombasa via the Lunga Lunga/Horohoro border crossing. The...
On July 21, 2025, Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) and AfriLabs, Africa’s largest pan‑African network of innovation hubs, formally signed a...
Kenyan fintech innovator Craft Silicon has unveiled Small Talk, a voice-first generative AI assistant designed for financial services. Launched officially...
In July 2025, MTN South Africa’s fintech arm, MTN MoMo, unveiled a landmark initiative: a rent‑to‑own handset program designed to...
Uber Kenya recently introduced a suite of upgraded safety and sustainability tools for its Uber Boda motorcycle taxi service—raising the...
In March 2025, Kenyan logistics SaaS startup Leta raised a US $5 million seed round, led by Speedinvest and joined by...
In July 2025, Treepz—formerly known as Plentywaka—became the first African‑founded corporate mobility startup to officially launch operations in Canada, securing...
In July 2025, Yango Group—a Dubai‑based global technology company—announced the opening of its new regional African headquarters in Abidjan, Côte...