How African startups can leverage AI for funding

Across Africa, most startups struggle to access funding, but AI is changing that. From digital bookkeeping and credit scoring to more innovative investor matching, learn how artificial intelligence can help informal and formal entrepreneurs build credibility, attract capital, and turn small ventures into sustainable businesses.

Egypt’s Tagaddod raises $26.3 million to turn waste into clean fuel

Egypt’s Tagaddod raises $26.3M Series A led by The Arab Energy Fund to expand its renewable feedstock operations across three continents.

African startups raised $1.2 billion in H1 2025 as funding rebounds

African startups raised $1.2 billion in the first half of the year. This is an 86% increase over the same period last year (H1 2024). 

EXCLUSIVE: Midddleman is raising a six-figure pre-seed to dominate global trade

“We hope to use the funds to hire for some key roles, launch campaigns for user acquisition, and build new products for our users,” Cofounder Omolara Sanni said.

Egyptian Autotech Sylndr closes $15.7M Series A to drive digital transformation in used car market

The investment underscores growing investor confidence in technology-driven solutions to modernise traditionally fragmented sectors in Africa.

Cleantech takes the lead as African startups raise $469.9 million in Q1 2025

African startup funding reached $469.9 million in Q1 2025. Cleantech overtook fintech as the most-funded sector, highlighting investor interest in sustainable innovation over traditional African fintech bets.

Yango Group launches $20 Million Venture Fund to empower African startups

Yango Group, a global tech company, has introduced Yango Ventures, a $20 million corporate venture fund aimed at supporting early-stage startups across Africa and other emerging markets. The fund seeks to drive innovation in O2O services, B2B SaaS, and fintech while offering mentorship and strategic support.

Cascador is launching a $2 million fund for its alumni startups 

Founded in 2019, Cascador has supported over 60 entrepreneurs who have collectively raised more than $55 million in capital.

Go Big Partners and 216 Capital Ventures invest in Tunisia’s Juridoc for African expansion

Go Big Partners and 216 Capital Ventures invest in Tunisia’s Juridoc.tn to drive its expansion into the OHADA region, boosting LegalTech innovation across Africa.

LoftyInc secures $43 million first close for new Africa seed fund

The Alpha Fund is designed to build on insights from previous funds. It will focus on seed investments that enable entrepreneurs to build resilient companies and achieve scalable growth.

P1 Ventures closes $50 Million fund to back global companies “made in Africa”

With over $60 million now in AUM, P1 Ventures builds on a year of strong momentum in which it completed its largest-ever deal.

Raenest secures $11M Series A investment after processing $1 billion in payments

With this new funding, Raenest aims to deepen its operations in Nigeria while strengthening its Kenyan presence.