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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 Google for Startups’ Black Founders Fund. Each of these startups will receive generous support, including non-dilutive cash awards of up to $150,000, $200,000 in Google Cloud credits, Google Ads assistance, and personalized mentoring from industry experts and […]

AU-Startups·6/21/2023

Healthtech 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 to disparities in healthcare delivery. However, a new wave of revolutionary technology startups is transforming the landscape of healthcare in the region. These companies are leveraging the power of innovation and digital advancements to improve healthcare accessibility, […]

AU-Startups·6/21/2023

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 to empower African women through a period and pregnancy tracking app, as well as a digital marketplace for healthcare products and services. YeneHealth’s primary objective is to address the unmet need for family planning in Ethiopia by […]

AU-Startups·6/21/2023

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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 provides equal opportunities for all classes of people across the continent. As such, Africa has one of the world’s largest and most inclusive agricultural value chains. The value chain is even more prominent in the southern region […]

AU-Startups·7/18/2023

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Tech Transforming Education in 2024:Revolutionising Learning

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

AU-Startups·7/18/2023

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 Fund’s investment in Caafisom, which is notable as the first recorded funding of a startup based in Somaliland. Angel Funding Twende, a mobility startup based in Côte d’Ivoire, has secured a €30,000 investment from The Business Angels […]

AU-Startups·7/17/2023

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 of opportunities tailored for various sectors. From healthtech and fintech-focused programs to sector-agnostic acceleration and incubation initiatives, there are diverse avenues for your startup’s growth. Take a moment to explore the following opportunities and discover how they […]

AU-Startups·7/14/2023

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 Africa and improving access to quality healthcare throughout the continent. Helium Health is driven by a mission to accelerate Africa’s transition to a technology and data-driven healthcare system by building the necessary digital infrastructure. Their flagship product, […]

AU-Startups·7/13/2023

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 customer transactions. Founded in 2017 by Emmanuel Gbolade, Atinuke Idowu, and Ayomide Awe, Termii initially started as a messaging product that enabled businesses to communicate with users across various platforms. However, the company has since expanded its […]

AU-Startups·7/13/2023

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Robots in Workplaces: Future or Fad?

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

AU-Startups·7/13/2023

AU-Startups AgTech Watchlist East Africa (1)

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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 fintech and health tech sectors. But a particular area of interest that’s steadily gaining popularity in the region is the Agtech sector. With a focus on addressing the unique challenges farmers face in the region, several Agtech […]

AU-Startups·7/12/2023

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 the most significant. This funding round pushed the energy startup’s total funding to slightly over $49 million. Additionally, Raba Partnership was involved in two of the recorded funding deals during that period. Pre-Seed Revivo, a Kenyan B2B […]

AU-Startups·7/10/2023

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2024’s Top Smartphones: Features Unveiled

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

AU-Startups·7/10/2023

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 launch, grow, and scale their operations. This week’s opportunities include female-focused entrepreneurship programmes, seed funding opportunities, and opportunities targeted at young founders. There is something for everyone. Read through to see which ones your company is eligible […]

AU-Startups·7/7/2023

AU-Startups AgTech Watchlist North Africa (3)

Agritech 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 farming and agribusinesses as their primary revenue sources and employment avenues for their citizenry. However, North African countries rarely get the spotlight for their agricultural prowess. Understandably, the general climate and topography in the region are not […]

AU-Startups·7/5/2023

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 were featured in the newsletter. Additionally, Ghanaian startups were also represented, with Berry Health and Mazzuma making appearances in this week’s issue. Notably, in its third funding round within the past six months, Chari secured $1.5 million […]

AU-Startups·7/3/2023

The State of Startup Funding in Africa: June 2023 Highlights

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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. The dynamic funding landscape showcased a mix of pre-seed, seed, and series funding rounds, underscoring the growing investor confidence in the continent’s entrepreneurial potential. In this edition, we delve into the funding landscape of African startups during […]

AU-Startups·6/30/2023

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 to scale their businesses. Each program on our list presents a unique set of benefits that could significantly propel your company’s growth. From equity investments and cash prizes to valuable mentorship and technical support, these opportunities are […]

AU-Startups·6/30/2023

AU-Startups Healthtech Watchlist Investors

AU-Startups Watchlist

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 dominating the African tech space survived thanks to support and funding from VCs, angels, and private equity companies. Investors are the backbone of many startups, providing capital, resources, and market access that foster the growth of the […]

AU-Startups·6/28/2023

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 funding rounds that occurred. Additionally, Google for Startups revealed the 2023 cohort of the Google for Startups’ Black Founders Fund, which consists of 25 startups. Pre-Seed Agel, an Egyptian fintech startup, has successfully raised a significant pre-Seed […]

AU-Startups·6/26/2023

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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. From accelerator programmes and cash prizes to mentorship and technical support, each opportunity provides unique benefits that could help your business grow. ICCROM Cultural Entrepreneurship Programme As part of the international project Undertaking Business in Culture, a […]

AU-Startups·6/23/2023