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Introducing “The Investor Clinic”, a monthly virtual event for African tech founders

Pitch, get feedback, and secure VC funding; The Investor Clinic is designed to support African startups amid a funding dip post-market reset.

7 Nigerian founders backing other founders

Meet seven Nigerian founders who have come full circle, reinvesting in the very ecosystem that once nurtured them.

The dark side of venture capital

Venture capital's enticing embrace brings rapid growth and funds, but founders face a tumultuous journey. Balancing autonomy, battling burnout, and exit pressures, startups must navigate its shadows with resilience.

Spotify introduces its AI DJ feature in 18 African countries

Spotify has announced the roll out of its AI feature 'DJ' to its premium subscribers in 18 African countries including Nigeria, South Africa and Ghana, six months after launching the feature in North America.

11 startups transforming commerce in North Africa

North Africa is entering a phase of maturity, and fueled by a digitally adept consumer demographic showing a strong inclination towards online retail, the e-commerce sector is poised for a surge across the region.

African startups raised $123.4 million in July 2023

African startups witnessed a sharp 46.5% decrease in funds raised this July compared to July 2022. Cleantech remained dominant, securing 32.8% of the continent's total funds.

An iris scan for $54: Inside the Worldcoin controversy in Kenya

News of a new cryptocurrency launch does not spark the kind of interest it used to at the height of the cryptocurrency boom in 2021.

12 African startups to watch out for in H2 2023, according to investors

In the wake of the global market reset, African startups are hustling to regain momentum in a funding winter. Four investors reveal their top must-watch startups.

10 places African startups can incorporate for favorable policies and funding opportunities

African tech startups can leverage global hubs like California, Delaware, Singapore, and more to access favorable policies, funding, and diverse markets.

How startups can leverage AI to transform education in Africa

Despite facing systemic challenges, African startups are capable of providing personalised learning, remote education, and teacher support powered by AI.

Is debt financing ideal for African startups in a funding winter?

Among the countries that embraced debt financing, Kenya stood out as the clear leader, raising an impressive $608 million.

How TruQ got into three accelerators within three years

Over the years, global accelerators, especially Y Combinator and Techstars have played an important role in providing opportunities for African tech entrepreneurs to access mentorship and funding to build their startups from zero to scale.