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Where are Africa’s 24 Y Combinator startups three years later?

In 2022, Y Combinator backed 24 African startups in a record-breaking cohort dominated by Nigerian founders. Three years later, some have raised major rounds and made acquisitions, while others have faded from public view.

Startup

Swoop’s 100% rider model exposes the fragile unit economics of Lagos food delivery

Swoop is betting that giving riders 100% of delivery income can win Lagos. But in a market where even giants burn cash, the real question is: who absorbs the cost?

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Chowdeck processed nearly $1 million worth of deliveries in 2025’s Black Friday campaign season

Chowdeck’s live Black Friday tracker drew 2.5 million visits as ₦1.4 billion orders moved across two countries in 24 hours.

Exclusive

Chowdeck raises $9 million to fuel Nigeria, Ghana expansion

With a user base exceeding 1.5 million customers, CEO Femi Aluko believes the team is just "scratching the surface."

Insider

Condia Insider: Chowdeck cracks Ghana in record time

In this letter, we explore: MTN bounces back with ₦414 billion profit in H1 2025, Treepz launches in Canada, Chowdeck cracks Ghana in record time.

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Chowdeck launches in Ghana, eyeing continental growth

Chowdeck expands into Ghana, marking its first international move beyond Nigeria. Can it thrive where Jumia Food and Glovo exited?

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Chowdeck acquires Mira in strategic push beyond delivery

Chowdeck acquires Mira to expand beyond delivery, offering POS and payment tools that empower Africa’s food and hospitality businesses to scale.

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Chowdeck restructures workforce amidst Ghana expansion Plans

CEO Femi Aluko explained that teams that once needed 24 people to function can now run smoothly with just two, thanks to new efficiencies.  

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