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BD Insider 217: Why Iyin Aboyeji wants to build the “YC of Africa”

Prime Video cuts funding and staff in Africa. Still Inside: The launch of Accelerate Africa + Tech VC trends that will shape Africa in 2024.
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BD Insider 217: Why Iyin Aboyeji wants to build the “YC of Africa”
Photo: Iyin Aboyeji

As we approach the end of the first month of the new year, we’re excited to return to your inbox with weekly briefs, providing news analysis on events in the African tech ecosystem.

In 2023, African startups secured $2 billion in (mostly equity) funding, marking a 43% decrease compared to the previous year’s $3.3 billion. While this may appear as a downturn, it signifies a maturing ecosystem that emphasizes quality over quantity.

The “Big Four” markets in Africa—Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, and South Africa—maintained their status as leading investment destinations. Interestingly, Ghana yielded its fifth-ranked position to the DRC Congo, this reflects the potential for new tech hubs to emerge on the continent.

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Last updated: December 24, 2024

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