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Innovations

Demystifying the Concepts and Applications of AI

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

AU-Startups·5/8/2023

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 to a whopping $150 million, the launch of Fingo Africa’s youth-focused neobank in collaboration with Ecobank, and Proparco’s investment to help support the Egyptian fintech sector. Let’s dive straight into the details. Funding Nomba, a Nigerian payment […]

AU-Startups·5/8/2023

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 these programs. From equity investments and cash prizes to mentorship and technical support, each program provides unique benefits that could help your business grow. GIZ-DTC Nigeria Techmybiz Pitchathon Are you a startup or innovator with digital solutions […]

AU-Startups·5/5/2023

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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 available, ranging from financial support for agricultural and financial technology ventures to grants open to all sectors and even a dedicated program empowering women entrepreneurs. If you want to scale your startup, it’s worth looking into these […]

AU-Startups·6/2/2023

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.

AU-Startups·6/2/2023

AU-Startups Watchlist

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 renewable energy, entrepreneurs across the continent are getting due credits for creating tech-enabled solutions to local challenges while driving economic growth. But behind many of these success stories are venture capitalist firms and investors that provide funding, […]

AU-Startups·5/31/2023

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.

AU-Startups·5/29/2023

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 TymeBank’s $77.8 million pre-Series C round. This deal brought the fintech’s total funding to just over $260 million. We also recorded two pre-seed deals and two seed deals. Pre-Seed Kunda Kids, a Nigerian media publisher and creative […]

AU-Startups·5/29/2023

Innovations

Insights into the Inner Workings of Artificial Intelligence

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

AU-Startups·5/28/2023

Tech Companies Facilitating Cross Border Trade Across Africa (1)

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 trade for over 1.3 billion people across 55 nations on the continent with minimal restrictions. In essence, it hopes to transform Africa into the world’s largest free trade zone. While this accomplishment is undeniably impressive, several technological […]

AU-Startups·5/27/2023

Innovations

Spotlights on the Pioneers Pushing the Boundaries of AI

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

AU-Startups·5/23/2023

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 pre-seed to series B. Notably, M-KOPA made headlines with its massive $255 million funding round, while Sabi secured an impressive $38 million in Series B funding, valuing the company at $300 million. Pre-Seed Amini, a Kenyan climatetech […]

AU-Startups·5/22/2023

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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 a program dedicated to empowering women entrepreneurs, there are funding opportunities across various sectors. If you’re looking to scale your startup, consider tapping into these opportunities to help fuel your growth. GET Compass Grooming Endowment Trust was […]

AU-Startups·5/19/2023

Innovations

Uncovering the Latest Advancements in Machine Intelligence

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

AU-Startups·5/18/2023

Healthtech 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 service delivery. The necessity to maintain social distancing and quarantine measures prompted the rapid development of telemedicine and health tech innovations worldwide. This shift has given rise to new business models that incorporate digital technology to enhance […]

AU-Startups·5/17/2023

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 African startup ecosystem and its funding activities. From fintech to healthtech, cybersecurity to HRtech, let’s dive into the exciting funding rounds and acquisitions that are shaping the entrepreneurial landscape across the continent. Funding Pennee, a Nigeria-based fintech […]

AU-Startups·5/15/2023

Innovations

Examining the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Our Lives

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

AU-Startups·5/15/2023

Innovations

Navigating the Ethical Challenges in Artificial Intelligence

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

AU-Startups·5/14/2023

Innovations

Real-World Examples of Artificial Intelligence at Work

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

AU-Startups·5/13/2023

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 and incubation programmes for early-stage startups. If you are an African startup founder looking for funding to scale your company, keep reading. Accelerate Africa Programme for Early-stage Startups Accelerate Africa (A2) prepares early stage African founders for […]

AU-Startups·5/12/2023

AI & Machine Learning 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 and machine learning innovations has bolstered the trajectory of the tech industry across the globe. It’s unsurprising that artificial intelligence has become an everyday topic in tech conversations. While the development and integration of artificial intelligence systems […]

AU-Startups·5/10/2023