2023 - The AU-Startups

Startup Spotlight

Startup of the Month: Envisionit Deep AI

byAU-Startups

March 8, 2023

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #51: YMO Raises €3M Seed Round, While KoolSkools Secures $960k Investment

byAU-Startups

March 6, 2023

Gadgets

Tech Trends: Keeping Up with the Hottest Gadgets in the Industry

byKess Daniel

March 4, 2023

Industry Insights

The Largest African Startup Funding Deals of 2023

byAU-Startups

March 3, 2023

Resources

Week 9: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

byAU-Startups

March 2, 2023

Gadgets

Innovation Station: Exploring the Latest Tech Gadgets and Gizmos

byKess Daniel

February 27, 2023

Cybersecurity

How AI is Revolutionizing the Tech Industry

byKess Daniel

February 27, 2023

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #50: Jumba Raises $4.5M Seed Round, While Planet42 Secures $100M in a Mix of Debt and Equity

byAU-Startups

February 26, 2023

Gear

Why Cybersecurity is More Important Than Ever

byKess Daniel

February 26, 2023

Artificial Intelligence

The Future of Virtual Reality in Gaming and Beyond

byKess Daniel

February 25, 2023

Cybersecurity

The Rise of Cryptocurrency: Exploring the Pros and Cons

byKess Daniel

February 24, 2023

Resources

Week 8: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

byAU-Startups

February 24, 2023

Gear

The Benefits of Upgrading to the Latest Tech Devices

byKess Daniel

February 23, 2023

Resources

List of Active Investors In The African Early-stage Startup Scene 💸 💼

byAU-Startups

February 23, 2023

Cybersecurity

The Pros and Cons of Working in the Tech Industry

byKess Daniel

February 22, 2023

STARTUP RESOURCES

Space

The Final Frontier: Delving into the Mysteries of Outer Space

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #67: CrossBoundary Energy secures $50 million investment, while Yellow raises $14 million in Series B round

During the past week, several notable activities took place, similar to the previous week. Specifically, there were seven…

Resources

Week 23: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

If you are an African startup founder looking to grow your business, you should look into these opportunities.…

Space

Cosmic Journeys: Unveiling the Adventures of Space Exploration

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Startup News

Empowering African Innovators: Meet the Google for Startups Black Founders Fund 2023 Cohort

Google has revealed the lineup of 25 African startups that have been chosen for the third cohort of…

Founders Spotlight

Founder of the Month: Kidist Tesfaye

Kidist Tesfaye is the CEO of YeneHealth, an innovative startup in Ethiopia that utilizes AI and data analytics…

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #66: Fairmoney raises $5.39 million in commercial paper issuance, while The Baobab Network announces its latest cohort

Last week witnessed significant activity in the African startup ecosystem, with a total of 11 funding rounds taking…

Space

Stay Updated with the Latest Discoveries and Missions

The latest planetary finds and the cutting-edge technology that is propelling humanity further into the cosmos.

Resources

Week 22: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

This week’s opportunities range from female-focused mentorship programmes to sector-agnostic startup support programmes. Read on to find out…

Startup Spotlight

Startup of the Month: Figorr

Figorr, founded in 2017 by Oghenetega Iortim, is an IoT company that offers real-time monitoring and tracking for…

Top on the week

AU-Startups Watchlist

12 Southern African Startup Companies Redefining Ecommerce to Watch

E-commerce is booming in South Africa. Online sales have been booming in the region, and the trend is…

Startup News

AI: Changing Retail Landscape in 2024

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #72: Terragon Raises $9 Million in Series B Funding to Enhance Platform; Clafiya Secures $610,000 in Seed Funding for Expansion

Last week, we recorded eight funding deals across the African startup ecosystem. Leading data and cloud martech startup,…

Partners

Celebrating African Innovation: Introducing the Africa’s Business Heroes 2023 Top 20 Finalists

Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH), the Jack Ma Foundation’s flagship philanthropic program, dedicated to uplifting and empowering entrepreneurs across…

AU-Startups Watchlist

12 East African Startup Companies Redefining Online Shopping and Retail to Watch

Like the rest of the continent, e-commerce has, in recent years, experienced tremendous growth and popular acceptance in…

AU-Startups Watchlist

12 Startup Companies Redefining Online Shopping and Retail in North Africa to Watch

The COVID 19 Pandemic caused a significant shift in consumer shopping behavior as it exposed many to the…

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #71: Kasha Raises $21 Million for Expansion, and Wecyclers Secures $2.2 Million for New Recycling Plant Development

Last week was eventful, with ten funding deals announced, covering pre-seed rounds and multiple debt financing deals. Notably,…

Startup News

The Surge of Electric Vehicles Today

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

AU-Startups Watchlist

12 Agtech Startups Redefining Agricultural Systems and Food Distribution in West Africa to Watch

The Western region has arguably the largest agricultural industry in Africa. The region is blessed with a large…

The Power of AI in Unlocking Efficiency and Growth for Entrepreneurs

The conversation around AI often revolves around the big players—tech giants with billion-dollar budgets and entire teams dedicated…

Artificial Intelligence

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AU-Startups Watchlist

AU-Startups Watchlist: 12 Agtech Redefining Agricultural Systems and Food Distribution in Southern Africa

A large percentage of the African population is involved in one or more forms of farming. The industry…

Startup News

Tech Transforming Education in 2024:Revolutionising Learning

Spotlighting the innovative ideas and solutions emerging in response to the world’s most pressing challenges.

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #70: Caafisom Makes History with Somaliland’s First-ever Startup Investment, While Propel Secures $2.74 Million in Seed Funding

In the past week, several early-stage funding rounds took place across the continent, including Tofino Capital and Takeoff…

Resources

Week 26: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

If you’re an African startup founder seeking resources to scale your company, this week’s issue presents a plethora…

Founders Spotlight

Founder of the Month: Adegoke Olubusi

Adegoke Olubusi is the CEO of Helium Health, a startup dedicated to establishing a data-driven healthcare sector in…

Startup Spotlight

Startup of the Month: Termii

Termii is a communication platform-as-a-service startup that specializes in providing businesses with messaging channels for verifying and authenticating…

Startup News

Robots in Workplaces: Future or Fad?

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

AU-Startups Watchlist

AU-Startups Watchlist: 12 AgTech Startups Redefining Agriculture and Food Distribution in East Africa

The East African region is quickly becoming a hotbed for technological innovations, with noticeable growth seen in the…

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #69: Nuru Raises $40M in Series B, While Moove Secures $8 million for Expansion in Ghana

Last week, the African startup ecosystem witnessed ten funding deals, with Nuru’s $40 million Series B round being…

Startup News

2024’s Top Smartphones: Features Unveiled

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Resources

Week 25: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

As usual, we scoured the internet for the best funding and growth opportunities for African startups looking to…

Space

Highlights from Astronomical Research and Observations

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

AU-Startups Watchlist

AU-Startups Watchlist: 12 AgTech Startups Redefining Agriculture and Food Distribution in North Africa

Agriculture is a major economic driver in many parts of Africa. Several countries on the continent rely on…

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #68: Berry Health Secures $1.6 million in Pre-Seed, While Chari Raises Third Round in Six Months

Last week, we recorded a total of eight funding rounds, and for the second consecutive issue, Cameroonian startups…

Space

Space Science: Unraveling the Secrets of the Cosmos

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

The State of Startup Funding in Africa: June 2023 Highlights

Funding Deals

The State of African Startups Funding: June 2023 Highlights

June witnessed a flurry of activity in the African startup ecosystem, with several notable funding rounds making headlines.…

Resources

Week 24: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

This week, we have meticulously curated a list of incredible opportunities tailor-made for African startup founders seeking funding…

AU-Startups Watchlist: 9 Investors Focused on Improving Health Care Growth in Africa

While some startups manage to bootstrap their operations until they grow to product market fit, many notable startups…

AU-Startups Watchlist

AU-Startups Watchlist: 12 Innovative Health Tech Startups Enhancing Healthcare Accessibility and Delivery in Southern Africa

Healthcare in the southern region of Africa has had its fair share of challenges ranging from limited accessibility…

AU-Startups Watchlist

Revolutionary Technology Startups Enhancing Healthcare Accessibility and Delivery in West Africa

West Africa has witnessed a remarkable surge in innovative health tech startups that are transforming the landscape of…

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #65: Helium Health secures $30 million in Series B, while Haul247 raises $3 million in Seed, and more

We recorded only two funding rounds last week, which was unusually slow. Helium Health raised $30 million to…

Space

Exploring the Wonders of Space and Our Universe

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Resources

Week 21: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

This week, we’ve curated a list of exciting opportunities for African startup founders! These programs should be explored…

Innovations

From Science Fiction to Reality: Advancement of AI Technologies

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

AU-Startups Watchlist

12 Innovative Health Tech Startups Improving Healthcare Access in East Africa

Access to quality healthcare is a fundamental right for every individual. However, many regions, particularly in East Africa,…

Partners

GITEX Africa: A Memorable Conclusion to the Inaugural Conference in Marrakech

The inaugural edition of GITEX Africa, held in Marrakech, Morocco from May 31 to June 2, 2023, concluded…

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #64: Sun King secures $130M in securitisation deal, Zofi Cash raises $1M in pre-seed, and more

Last week was a relatively slow period in the ecosystem, with only four funding rounds reported. However, Azur…

Innovations

Artificial Intelligence for Social and Environmental Benefits

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Startup News

AI in the Workplace: Industries and Reshaping Careers

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Resources

Week 20: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

This week, we’ve curated a bunch of exciting opportunities for African startup founders! There are numerous funding opportunities…

Innovations

Exploring the Wide Range of AI Use Cases Across Industries

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Top 12 African VCs Making Waves in the Tech Industry

Africa’s startup ecosystem is thriving with innovative ideas and entrepreneurial spirit. From fintech and agritech to healthcare and…

Innovations

Keeping Up with the Latest Developments in the AI Landscape

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #63: TymeBank raises $77.8 million, Dawi Clinics raises $8 million, and more

We recorded eight deal activities in the African startup ecosystem last week, the most notable of which was…

Innovations

Insights into the Inner Workings of Artificial Intelligence

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Startup Spotlight

African Day Special: The AU-Startups Top 54 African tech companies facilitating cross border trade in Africa

The implementation of the AfCFTA agreement aims to transform Africa into a consolidated market, providing easy access to…

Innovations

Spotlights on the Pioneers Pushing the Boundaries of AI

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #62: M-KOPA raises $255 million in a mix of debt & equity, Sabi secured $38 million, and more

Last week was marked by a flurry of funding activities, with a total of eight deals ranging from…

Resources

Week 19: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

Exciting prospects await African startup founders this week! From funding for agtechs & fintechs, to sector-agnostic grants, and…

Innovations

Uncovering the Latest Advancements in Machine Intelligence

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

AU-Startups Watchlist

9 Innovative Health Tech Startups Improving Healthcare Access in North Africa

The COVID-19 pandemic had a positive impact by helping to unlock the limitless possibilities of technology in healthcare…

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #61: Quro Health Raises $1.3M, Shara Acquires Maisha MFB, and more

Welcome to the latest edition of AU-Startups Ecosystem Insider, your go-to source for the latest updates on the…

Innovations

Examining the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Our Lives

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Innovations

Navigating the Ethical Challenges in Artificial Intelligence

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Innovations

Real-World Examples of Artificial Intelligence at Work

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Resources

Week 18: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

Opportunities for African startups this week range from those aimed specifically at edtech and healtechs to sector-agnostic acceleration…

AU-Startups Watchlist

AI Startups to Watch in North Africa

The past couple of years have seen the global tech ecosystem scale immensely. The recent rollout of AI…

Innovations

Demystifying the Concepts and Applications of AI

In the Age of Information, news media faces both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #60: Nomba Raises $30 Million Pre Series B, Proparco Invests $5 Million in DisrupTech Ventures Fund, and more

Last week saw the announcement of Nomba’s $30 million Pre Series B, which has increased the company’s valuation…

Resources

Week 17: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

If you are an African startup founder looking for funding to scale your business, you should look into…

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