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Ecosystem Insider

Issue #54: Rwazi Secures $4M in Seed Round, While Factor[e] Ventures Launches Africa-focused Venture Studio

We had three funding rounds, two notable venture news stories, and one acquisition last week. It might be useful to note that this was the third recorded acquisition transaction in three weeks. Let’s get into the details. Seed Rwazi, a Mauritius-based market intelligence startup, has secured $4 million in a seed round led by Bonfire […]

AU-Startups·3/27/2023

Gadgets

Tech Obsession: Unraveling the Latest Gadgets and Their Impact

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

AU-Startups·3/24/2023

Resources

Week 11: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

If you’re a startup founder in Africa looking for funding opportunities to scale your business, you’ll want to check out these programs. From equity investments and cash prizes to mentorship and technical support, each program offers unique benefits that could help take your business to the next level. Impacc Venture Program for East African Entrepreneurs […]

AU-Startups·3/24/2023

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Innovations

The Latest Advances in Artificial Intelligence

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

AU-Startups·4/25/2023

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #58: Altech Raises $18M in Debt Financing, While Autochek Acquires a Majority Stake in AutoTager

Last week, we recorded five funding deals across Africa. Autochek, the Nigerian car financing platform, continues its acquisition spree with the acquisition of Autotager, its sixth in less than two years. Pre-Seed CoaChess, a Tunisia-based gaming platform, has raised a $191,000 (600,000 TND) pre-seed funding round from Omicrone. Founded in 2021 by Iheb Kaabi, CoaChess […]

AU-Startups·4/23/2023

Resources

Week 15: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

Welcome to this week’s edition of the Funding and Grant Opportunities series, where we bring you the latest funding opportunities from across the continent, including seed funding, accelerator programs, and grant opportunities. As usual, let’s dive in and see what new opportunities await African startups! SME Growth Lab Accelerator Program To commemorate the 2023 International […]

AU-Startups·4/20/2023

AU-Startups Fintech Watchlist East Africa

East Africa Watchlist

15 Fintech Startups Revolutionizing Banking And Financial Services in East Africa

Fintech is thriving in Africa. The continent is rapidly evolving thanks to greater exposure to technology which is causing a paradigm shift in how people do business and handle transactions. The African population is quickly adopting cashless transaction methods and digital money management services to improve their operational efficiency. This growth is particularly evident in […]

AU-Startups·4/19/2023

Reports

AU-Startups Q1 2023 Report

Despite the global economic downturn, Africa’s startup ecosystem is thriving and attracting investment from all over the world. In the first quarter of 2023, 209 investors invested over $784.5 million in 112 deals, representing a more than 25% increase over the previous quarter. However, this figure represents a 36% decrease from the first quarter of […]

AU-Startups·4/17/2023

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #57: Victory Farms Raises $35M in Series B Round, While Lupiya Secures $18M Partnership Deal with USAID EDGE Project

The ecosystem experienced a slow week last week, with only two new funding deals recorded. Lupiya, a Zambian micro-loan marketplace, secured a partnership deal with the USAID EDGE project to help transform the country’s agriculture sector. Interestingly, both funding deals recorded last week were also in the agtech sector. Let’s get into the details. Series […]

AU-Startups·4/17/2023

Resources

Week 14: 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 sector-agnostic VC Connect programmes, industry-specific challenges, and opportunities for female founders. There is something for everyone. Read through to see which ones your company is eligible for, […]

AU-Startups·4/14/2023

Founders Spotlight

Founder of the Month: Rahma Abid

Rahma Abid is the founder and CEO of Shape, a Tunisian edtech startup that provides a SaaS platform for professionals to access continuous learning and training. The platform allows users to create personalized training plans that align with their career goals. Since launching in 2021, Shape has received $50,000 from The Oman Technology Fund and […]

AU-Startups·4/12/2023

Startup Spotlight

Startup of the Month: Rwazi

Rwazi is a market intelligence platform that collects and provides actionable data from developing markets to help companies drive revenue and expand. Founded in 2021 by Joseph Rutakangwa and Eric Sewankambo, the startup is based in Mauritius and has a presence in 40+ countries across Africa, Asia, and South America. The startup collects on-ground data […]

AU-Startups·4/12/2023

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #56: Peach Payments Secures $31M in Series A, as EthSwitch Partners Mastercard in Ethiopia

Despite the week ending early due to the Easter holiday, we recorded a significant number of funding deals and activities across the African startup ecosystem. South African startups dominated the funding news last week, as two venture capital firms secured investments for their new funds and a partnership was announced between the Ethiopian national payment […]

AU-Startups·4/10/2023

Resources

Week 13: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

Happy Easter holidays and welcome to this week’s edition of the Funding and Grant Opportunities series! As usual, we bring you the latest funding news and opportunities from across the continent, including seed funding, accelerator programmes, and grant opportunities. So, dive in and explore what new opportunities are out there for African startups! St Andrews […]

AU-Startups·4/7/2023

Fintech Watchlist

15 Fintech Startups Revolutionizing Banking And Financial Services in West Africa

The fintech startup industry in the West of Africa has rapidly become a dominant force in the continent’s technology landscape. As a significant contributor to technological development on the continent, this industry continues to grow at a blistering pace. With the industry showing no signs of slowing down, several companies are spearheading groundbreaking innovations in […]

AU-Startups·4/5/2023

Gadgets

Tech Unboxed: Unveiling the Most Exciting Gadgets of the Year

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

AU-Startups·4/3/2023

Ecosystem Insider

Issue #55: Payday Raises $3M in Seed, As Four VCs Announce Launch of New Funds

Last week, the African startup scene witnessed an interesting turn of events, with venture fund news surpassing startup fundraising news. Despite this, three startups operating in Nigeria successfully secured seed funding rounds. In this edition of the Weekly Insider, we will delve into the details of these noteworthy developments. Seed Payday, a Rwanda-based fintech startup, […]

AU-Startups·4/3/2023

Resources

Week 12: Funding and Grant Opportunities for African Startups

Welcome to Week 12 of our funding and grant opportunities series for African startups! In this edition, we bring you the latest funding news and opportunities from across the continent, including seed funding, accelerator programmes, and grant opportunities. As always, we hope to help you stay updated on the latest funding opportunities that could help […]

AU-Startups·3/31/2023

AgriTech

8 African Agtech Startups Driving Agricultural Transformation

Agriculture in many parts of Africa is largely held back by a prevalent lack of innovative development and improved farm practices. A larger percentage of farmers in several African countries rely on crude tools, outdated techniques, and poor materials; all of which have negative effects on productivity. With the emergence of various companies that leverage […]

AU-Startups·3/29/2023

Industry Insights

Ivorian Government Launches Startup Act to Boost Tech Ecosystem Growth

Côte d’Ivoire has unveiled its Startup Act, a new framework that is aimed at supporting the growth of tech start-ups in the country. This move is part of the country’s broader plan to prioritize technological innovation. The Act is set to boost the visibility and recognition of start-ups in Côte d’Ivoire, with eligible companies having […]

AU-Startups·3/29/2023

Gadgets

Gadget Gift Guide: Perfect Picks for Every Tech Lover

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

AU-Startups·3/29/2023