Music, podcast, newsletter, and video platforms plus monetisation tools for African creators.
Stllr Network
Offers instant access to marketing experts and teams.
🇪🇬EG
Mdundo
Universal Music Group signed a licensing deal with the African streaming service.
SodaWorld
Enables artists to earn revenue from within the Metaverse.
NewComma
Social media platform empowering African and Black creatives.
🇳🇬NG
Nibble Africa
Creative agency helping gaming and esport brands develop marketing and content strategies.
🇿🇦ZA
Netflix
Netflix saw potential in streaming when everyone was still clinging to DVDs.
Potcast production
Potcast Productions creates informative podcast content for diverse audiences.
Ubongo
Creates localized, engaging educational media for African families using multiple platforms.
🇹🇿TZ
The Potcast Production
Podcast production startup running content programs tailored to various audience demographics.
Beemi
Beemi is a gamified livestreaming platform.
🇪🇹ET
Filmmakers Mart
Hypeo AI
Connects brands with human and AI creators.
🇲🇦MA
Amaka Studio
Digital platform connecting creators and brands for networking and collaboration.
Raised $4.0M
StarNews Mobile
Connects African content creators to mobile users, providing monetization avenues.
Raised $3.0M
Ayoken
Blockchain platform providing exclusive digital collectibles from musicians and influencers.
Raised $1.4M
Kunda Kids
A creative studio and media publisher introducing African culture to children.
🇳🇬NGRaised $700K
This week, we saw substantial funding activity in the African food delivery and fintech sectors. Two major players secured significant funding to fuel their continental expansion. Egyptian grocery delivery pioneer Breadfast raises $10 million to expand its fulfilment network, while Nigerian food delivery platform Chowdeck secures $9 million. Meanwhile, HoneyCoin’s $4.9 million seed round signals […]
AU-Startups·8/16/2025
Last week’s funding landscape demonstrated the remarkable breadth of African innovation, with groundbreaking developments spanning biotechnology, renewable energy, and digital platforms. South African biotech pioneer Altera Biosciences led the charge with its revolutionary cell therapy research, while travel fintech TurnStay and solar energy provider Solarise Africa secured significant capital for continental expansion. Meanwhile, F6 Group’s […]
AU-Startups·8/12/2025
Funding activities have slowed significantly as we approach the midpoint of the year. So far in June, only four African-focused startups have announced funding engagements, suggesting a cautious investment climate amid broader market uncertainties. Nevertheless, the deals that were recorded reflect the resilience and innovation still present in the ecosystem. Expectedly, they included some of […]
AU-Startups·6/10/2025
