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Shoppoint Rewards releases Nigeriaʼs 2025 Invisible Economy Report powered by verified everyday shopping receipts (Lagos, Nigeria – February 3rd, 2026) Shoppoint Rewards, Nigeriaʼs leading receipt-snapping and cashback rewards platform, today released its 2025 Invisible Economy Report, an unprecedented analysis of 3 million verified shopping receipts representing an estimated ₦45–₦52 billion in everyday consumer spending across […]
AU-Startups·6/2/2026
Across property, mobility, AI, and consumer platforms, a broader mix of activity is taking shape. Yakeey and Enakl point to growing confidence in Moroccan platforms built for local scale, while Aya Data and Glamera reflect continued appetite for infrastructure and regional consolidation. The week blends growth capital, operational expansion, and strategic acquisitions, showcasing a market […]
AU-Startups·4/2/2026
The year’s early rhythm sees a sharp pickup in activity across Africa’s startup and investment landscape, cutting against the slower pace of recent weeks. Payments, mobility, logistics, and core infrastructure surfaced as key areas of movement, alongside notable consolidation and fund positioning. The signals point to a market re-engaging after a quiet turn of the […]
AU-Startups·28/1/2026
The African funding scene is still mostly in holiday mode as the first full week of the year unfolded at a subdued pace. Most of the activities were concentrated in a handful of focused moves across software, education, fintech infrastructure, and long-term energy platforms. The week emphasised intent over volume as investors and operators quietly […]
AU-Startups·13/1/2026
After closing out the past year on a lighter note, the ecosystem opened 2026 at a subdued pace. Holiday slowdowns and year-end resets continued into the first week, with activity centred more on long-term infrastructure shifts and capital realignments than fresh deal flow. The movements this week reflect continuity rather than acceleration, setting a muted […]
AU-Startups·7/1/2026
As we close out what has been a remarkably impressive year for the African startup industry, the ecosystem understandably recorded a slower pace of activity, with only a handful of companies experiencing notable developments. The updates this week leaned toward steady operators strengthening foundations in agriculture, energy, and essential infrastructure, reflecting a cautious stretch where […]
AU-Startups·30/12/2025
Investment activity eased into a calmer rhythm this week, with a handful of moves cutting across fintech, scientific infrastructure, mobility, and enterprise software. While the pace was lighter than usual, the updates point to focused capital backing platforms quietly building long-term relevance across African markets. FUNDING Kayko Funding Round: Seed ($1.2 million) Investor(s): Burrow Capital, […]
AU-Startups·24/12/2025
Africa’s startup scene continues to expand, with founders across health, fintech, and mobility tech securing support to grow locally and regionally. Investments and partnerships are enabling digital tools, operational upgrades, and new service models. Acquisitions in safety tech and payments hint at consolidation in key markets, while public and private initiatives are backing talent, AI […]
AU-Startups·17/12/2025
Investor activity across Africa picked up sharply this week, building on the previous week’s pace. Health, mobility, agri-tech, fintech, and AI startups saw significant attention, with companies from Senegal to Nigeria, South Africa, and Egypt securing backing to scale operations. Strategic acquisitions reshaped markets in property and digital insurance, while new funds and initiatives were […]
AU-Startups·10/12/2025
Africa’s startup ecosystem saw a notable surge this week, reversing the slower pace of the past two weeks. Key deals spanned clean transport, fintech, education, and affordable housing, led by BasiGo’s electric buses, Ridelink’s AI-powered logistics, and Jobomax’s regional housing expansion. Strategic exits and acquisitions, including InfiniLink’s buyout by GlobalFoundries, highlighted growing investor confidence. Multiple […]
AU-Startups·4/12/2025
The last two weeks have seen fewer headline deals than a typical African startup week, though activity from last week was still stronger than the lull from the week preceding it. Investments touched fintech, mobility, and clean energy, with Bluworks, Wahu Mobility, and Plentify leading the rounds. Institutional fund commitments added scale, but overall, the […]
AU-Startups·26/11/2025
The African startup ecosystem, especially the mobility, clean energy, and fintech sectors, gained additional momentum last week with investors doubling down on participation in these thriving industries. Highlights include Anda’s €3M seed for Angolan motorcycle taxis, Sawa Energy’s €2.5M solar expansion, and nextProtein’s €18M Series B in Tunisia. These deals signal sustained investor appetite for […]
AU-Startups·13/11/2025
Africa’s investment scene held steady this week, riding on the back of impressive performances by companies in the clean energy, climate tech, and mobility sectors. The major highlights include Kenya’s e-mobility sector and Egypt’s solar expansion as investors keep betting on climate-aligned ventures. Additionally, there were indications of rising interest in companies offering financial inclusion […]
AU-Startups·4/11/2025
The African investment scene picked up pace this week as startups and investors ramped up activity across AI, fintech, and clean energy sectors. Major rounds and fund launches reflected growing confidence in the continent’s innovation depth, while strategic exits and a few shutdowns offered a balanced view of a maturing ecosystem. The week’s movements show […]
AU-Startups·29/10/2025
We had a major upturn of events over the last week on the African funding scenes with capital flowing across multiple fronts. The funding rounds featured startups building financial access, clean energy, and enterprise software. Most notably, Kuunda, Chari, and Nanovate secured major rounds while Adenia Partners expanded its insurance footprint and FUNGUO grew its […]
AU-Startups·22/10/2025
Compared to the run of activities over the last month, African startup funding moved at a slower pace last week, with only three startups making the headlines. The few funding activities featured startups in AI, clean energy, and fintech industries. Most notably, Egyptian cleantech company, Tagaddod, raised over $20 million while Pozi and Sabika also […]
AU-Startups·14/10/2025
The past week delivered one of the most impressive funding performances of the year, with African and MENA startups raising over $40 million across diverse sectors. Egyptian AI pioneer Intella led with a substantial $12.5 million Series A, while South African edtech The Invigilator secured $11 million for global expansion of its AI-powered exam monitoring […]
AU-Startups·22/9/2025
After months of anticipation, Nigeria’s technology ecosystem is set to step into a historic moment with the inaugural GITEX Nigeria 2025, starting today, September 1, and running for the next four days through September 4, 2025. This groundbreaking multi-city event promises to be the catalyst that propels Nigeria toward its ambitious $1 trillion digital economy […]
AU-Startups·1/9/2025
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·16/8/2025
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·12/8/2025
For many African entrepreneurs, securing venture capital is the stuff of dreams. More often than not, it’s the core short-term goal of many startup founders. And when they finally secure the funding, it often provides more than just the needed financing to scale the business; it’s also a form of validation or a seal of […]
AU-Startups·6/8/2025
