Ventures Platform closes $64 million, elevating Nigerian government as investor

The firm's fund II will focus on what it deems critical infrastructure, targeting fintech, healthtech, agritech, edtech, and AI

Saudi startup Stream raises $4 million to fix payments for MENA businesses

Saudi fintech Stream has raised $4 million in seed funding to simplify how businesses across MENA bill and collect payments.

Moniepoint raises additional $90 million to complete $200 million Series C round

“We have seen more interest coming slowly from global investors, especially those that have seen other emerging markets,” Ross Strike, Moniepoint’s senior vice president said

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.